Graciela Martinez-Vela, LPC

Graciela Martinez-Vela approaches therapy with the conviction that people have the ability to grow, heal, and build lives grounded in purpose and meaning. She recognizes that experiences like trauma, relationship struggles, grief, or major life changes can feel overwhelming, and she treats the therapeutic process as a chance to pause, gain insight, and move forward with clearer intention. Graciela practices as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - and brings 14 years of clinical experience to her work in Texas, offering services in both English and Spanish.

Her style is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and collaborative. She provides individualized care for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and related relational or developmental challenges. Initial care begins with a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to map presenting concerns, social context, and treatment needs, which guides the creation of tailored, clinically appropriate treatment plans aimed at reducing symptoms and improving long-term functioning.

Graciela integrates evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducational interventions while remaining flexible to each person’s needs. Her work includes case management and coordination with community providers when appropriate. She also draws on lived experience in clinically appropriate ways to build rapport and offer culturally responsive care, and she frames the therapeutic relationship as a partnership grounded in trust, authenticity, and shared goals.