Lorraine Emery Ortiz is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with an M.A. in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio, graduating in 1996. She specializes in providing counseling to clients aged 6 and older, encompassing children, preteens, teens, adults, and elders. Lorraine’s expertise includes addressing common issues such as depression, relationship challenges, parenting skills, and trauma. Her compassionate approach aids clients dealing with anger management, bullying, academic struggles, family dynamics, and various emotional difficulties including anxiety, grief, and PTSD. With over 20 years of experience as a school and college counselor, Lorraine is well-versed in family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotional transformational techniques, which she employs in individual, couples, and family therapy sessions. Her extensive experience also includes career counseling and equipping parents with effective skills. Lorraine is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, reflecting her commitment to the mental health field.