Courage, compassion, curiosity, and vulnerability are key elements of discovery and practice throughout the therapeutic journey. The words therapy and counseling represent genuine acts of reflection, understanding, exploration, and honoring your authentic self. Creating an honest, non-judgemental, open, genuine space and therapeutic relationship are key to supporting clients. Therapy can be a process that challenges unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior while compassionately implementing new forms of self-understanding.

Ashley Barrera, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor | The Therapy Collective – Houston, TX

I'm Ashley Barrera, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Houston, Texas, and a proud member of The Therapy Collective. I specialize in providing compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to adults and teens (16+) across Texas through telehealth sessions.

My therapeutic approach is holistic and collaborative, integrating modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. I believe in meeting clients where they are, fostering a non-judgmental space that encourages self-exploration and growth.

I work with individuals navigating complex trauma histories, major life transitions, identity exploration, grief, and relationship challenges. I'm passionate about supporting clients in developing self-compassion and understanding, recognizing that each person's journey is unique.

I'm fully affirming of LGBTQ+ individuals and advocate for the voices of those who have experienced marginalization due to gender, ethnicity, sexual identity, neurodiversity, religious beliefs, or socioeconomic status. I understand that intersecting identities can add complexity to one's experience, and I strive to honor that in our work together.

After earning my MS in Mental Health Counseling in 2020 from the University of St. Thomas Houston, I gained experience working with individuals facing severe OCD, depression, and anxiety. Currently, I serve college students at Texas Woman’s University, addressing high-functioning anxiety, depression, and trauma in addition to seeing private practice clients through The Therapy Collective.

Services Offered:

• Individual counseling for adults and teens (16+)

• Specialization in trauma, grief, and identity exploration

• Support for life transitions and relationship challenges

• Integration of mindfulness and evidence-based therapies

Session Details:

• Rate: $150 per session

• Insurance: In-network with Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, BCBS, and Cigna

• Sliding scale available

• Superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement

• Telehealth sessions only

Contact:

• Phone: 832-315-6587

• Email: ashley@therapycollectivetx.com

• Location: Serving clients across Texas; based in Houston, TX

I'm here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. If you're ready to take the next step, feel free to reach out.