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Our Counselors
Kesha Martin, M.A. LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Kesha Martin, MA completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2005, upon completion she became an educator for NISD in San Antonio. She went on to obtain her Master of Arts in Counseling and became a Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, in 2012.
Understanding the need to provide quality care to people in rural areas or with limited ability to travel, Kesha began providing online therapy in 2016. She completed training to become a Distance Credentialed Counselor in 2017 and became a Board Certified -TeleMental Health Provider (BC-TMH) in 2018.
Early in her career, she received in-depth, specialized counseling & advocacy training at Hays Caldwell County Women’s center. Here, she learned to work effectively with groups & individuals with a history of abuse. Most importantly, she discovered her niche & love of empowering others to find peace & freedom from unhealthy relationships.
Shortly after starting her solo practice (Renewing Light), she decided to expand her services by teaming up with a long time friend and colleague Sofia Torres MA, LPC, NCC . Soon thereafter, Maria Marcon joined the team; together they quickly realized that their dreams were in sync, and Venus Springs was born.
Her specializations, include but are not limited to: women's issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief/loss Trauma/PTSD, improving communication, career counseling & cross-cultural issues. She combines narrative therapy with ACT & CBT strategies with mindfulness training throughout treatment. She provides services for adults and couples. Currently, Kesha only provides online sessions. You can book an appointment with her on HEADWAY or by clicking the link below.
Sofia Torres, M.A. LPC, NCC
Sofia Torres, MA, LPC, NCC is a mental health counselor, art enthusiast, group facilitator, and co-owner and Creative Director of Venus Springs.
With 10 years experience in mental health field, Sofia has a Master of Arts in Counseling with a minor in Art History from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Her specialization includes cognitive behavioral & solution focused techniques; along with knowledge of dialectical behavior therapy and holistic methods.
Sofia enjoys teaching the use of creativity as a means for healing, connecting, mindfulness, and open communication. She is skilled in mixed media, photography, crafting, song writing, and has acclaimed recognition in the slam poetry scene. As a clinician, she can integrate art therapy approaches into more traditional therapeutic methods. She believes every client's needs are unique and deserves the best care when processing concerns and accomplishing goals.
She provides services for children, teens, adults, couples, & families facing issues related, but not limited, to: emotional/behavioral problems, identity issues, mood disorders, relationship/family matters, trauma, grief/loss, co-parenting conflicts, & career guidance. Sofia is passionate about sharing the benefits of art for mental health wellness and hopes to expand its significance in the community.
Maria Marcon, M.S. LPC, NCC
Maria Marcon, M.S, discovered her passion for counseling and helping others while working as an Adjunct Professor for a local community college in Orlando, Florida. The interaction with the students and her work as a professor led her into pursuing a career in counseling.
She completed her Master of Science in Psychology and earned a Certificate in Psychological Services for Spanish Speaking Populations from Our Lady of the Lake University in 2013. This certification serves to enhance her cultural competency in working with the Latino/Spanish Speaking Population.
During her time working as a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor, she had the opportunity to work with adolescents, adults, and couples in different settings; which includes community counseling centers and emergency shelters. Her most recent experience has been at the primary care clinic.
In addition to her work related experience, she has conducted group sessions and presentations related to the topics of self-esteem, faith and spirituality, and women related issues. She is also trained in EMDR therapy (English & Spanish), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Michele Castro, M.A. LPC, NCC
Michele received her Master’s in Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio in December of 2012. Michele’s passion has been working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, depression, and anxiety. She completed her Master’s graduate internship at The Rape Crisis Center of San Antonio where her primary focus was working with adults and children overcoming sexual trauma.
Additionally, she has over 4 years of experience working as district counselor in the school system. Michele works closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to develop an in-depth counseling program that offers individual and group counseling for students from ages 4-18. She also conducts initial suicide assessments and creates individualized safety plans for students that are suicide risks or self-harm. Her wealth of knowledge and experience in the school system, allows her to help parents navigate their child's mental health and assist in academic success.
In session, Michele uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused therapy, and mindfulness interventions. Michele has had great success implementing these interventions with both children and adults by creating an environment that allows her clients to understand the process of controlling their emotions and changing their dysfunctional/negative thoughts.