Meet the Empowerment Advocate Behind the Practice
Larneka Lavalais, LPC-S serves as the Clinical Director and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, bringing both leadership and clinical expertise to the practice.
She is passionate about helping individuals find balance between personal growth and inner peace. Known for her supportive, down-to-earth approach, Larneka blends evidence-based counseling with genuine compassion to guide clients and clinicians alike on meaningful healing journeys.
Choosing the Right Counselor for You
Our team includes counselors at different stages of their professional journey. All providers are trained, supervised when appropriate, and committed to providing thoughtful, compassionate care.
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
An LPC is a fully licensed counselor who has completed advanced training, licensing exams, and thousands of supervised clinical hours. They provide independent counseling services with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families.
LPC-Associate
An LPC-Associate has completed their graduate degree and licensing exams and is gaining additional clinical experience under the supervision of a licensed counselor. They offer professional counseling while continuing to deepen their expertise.
Graduate Intern
Graduate interns are completing their master’s degree in counseling and provide services as part of their clinical training under close supervision from licensed professionals. This option often offers more scheduling flexibility while still providing thoughtful, guided care.
LPCs & LPC-Associates
Leah George, M.ED.
LPC
Leah George, M.ED., LPC. Leah is a graduate from the University of Houston Clear Lake with a Bachelor's in Education. Leah graduated from Lamar University with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2020.
Leah has a passion for serving the community and helping people work through healing in their life journey. Leah enjoys counseling everyone.
Leah has experience in counseling individuals, couples/marriages, families, groups, grief/loss, career, and academic counseling. Leah’s counseling approach is Person-centered, Reality/Choice therapy, Solution-focused therapy. Sometimes she will ask clients to complete homework assignments, as she believes that the work we do in sessions will be most effective if implemented in your life outside of therapy. Write something about this member of your team to introduce them to your visitors.
Jenna Binford
LPC-Associate
Jenna Binford, current school counselor and LPC-A. she's counseled for two and a half years at a middle and elementary school level. She's excited to utilize her skills in private practice to continue supporting people in all areas of life.
Her approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, blending evidence-based techniques with empathy and genuine care. Whether you're navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, or seeking deeper self-awareness, she's here to support and empower you. Her goal is to help you build resilience, discover new perspectives, and foster meaningful change.
Jenna Binford is an LPC-Associate supervised by Fabiola Williams, LPC-S..
TyNeshia Waston
LPC-Associate
TyNeshia Watson, a native of Port Arthur, Tx, is a graduate of Lamar University holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Development. TyNeshia currently works as a Service Coordinator at Spindletop Center by assisting clients with IDD & Autism with receiving services within the community.
TyNeshia obtained her LPC-Associate status in 2025 and is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges to discover their inner strength.
TyNeshia has a deep commitment to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space, working collaboratively with clients to address various concerns; she believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship and strives to meet each client with empathy, authenticity, and respect.
TyNeshia Watson is an LPC-Associate supervised by Larneka Lavalais, LPC-S.
Ready to take the next step?
Request an appointment with a Licensed Professional Counselor or LPC-Associate.
Graduate Interns
Ajoke Ayinde
Houston Christian University Graduate Intern
Ajoke Ayinde is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Houston Christian University. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Lagos, Nigeria . Before transitioning into the counseling field, she worked in healthcare as a Certified Nursing Assistant, where she gained valuable experience supporting individuals through various physical and emotional challenges.
Throughout her academic and professional journey, she has developed a deep appreciation for the role of therapy in promoting emotional healing, personal growth, and mental wellness. She believes that therapy creates a sacred space where individuals can be heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s complexities with greater resilience. She's particularly drawn to the integration of faith and clinical practice, and she values the opportunity to walk alongside clients as they work toward hope, clarity, and inner peace.
She is committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their concerns and work toward meaningful change.
Crystal English
Houston Christian University Graduate Intern
Elizabeth Anderson is a graduate student completing her internship at Larneka Lavalais LPC PLLC, where she provides counseling services under supervision as part of her clinical training.
She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling at Houston Christian University, integrating a faith-based perspective with mindfulness practices and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT).
Elizabeth’s counseling approach is grounded in a Christian-centered environment where mercy, grace, compassion, and evidence-based care come together.
Her goal is to create a supportive space where individuals and families can find healing, guidance, and solace while navigating life’s storms.
Tishla Cherise Bellard
Lamar University Graduate Intern
Tishla Cherise Bellard is a graduate student at Lamar University pursuing a Master of Education in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling, working toward licensure as both a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
She currently serves as a Qualified Mental Health Professional, where she supports individuals on their journey toward improved emotional and psychological well-being.
Tishla is passionate about the field of mental health and believes that true wealth comes from caring for both our physical and mental health. Her work is guided by a commitment to helping individuals and families build healthier, more balanced lives.