Luis Ponte, Ph.D.

• Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Texas A&M University
• M.A., Counseling Psychology, Texas A&M International University
• B.S., Kinesiology with a minor in Psychology, Texas A&M International University

• Licensed Psychologist, Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, No. 39760

My approach to therapy is primarily psychodynamic combined with behavioral principles and applications. As a therapist I aim to build a relationship and create a space that is conducive to self-exploration and self-understanding. Depending on clients’ goals for personal growth and change our work may lead us into deep conversations regarding their past relationships, experiences, and traumas, or it may not. My approach is determined based on client needs as I believe in people having autonomy to decide what kind of healing they are seeking. Regardless of how exploratory or practical our work becomes, my goal is to assist clients in finding meaning and making progress towards those aspects of their life which are most important to them.

I have professional interests in anxiety disorders, trauma, family of origin issues, relationships, identity development, sexual concerns, and men’s issues and masculinity.

We are all multicultural beings and successful psychotherapy will treat and understand us as such. In counseling I strive to understand each client as a unique individual and work within a framework that is commensurate with their worldview. Further, I seek to connect and establish an atmosphere of safety and acceptance where all clients feel free to be their true selves.