Houston Therapists: Meet the CliniciansCounseling & Therapy Services

Prasad Counseling and Training is proud to provide a variety of services in the Houston area with a group practice that includes several highly-trained clinicians.
OUR TEAM

Meet Our Clinicians

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Marjorie Elkins counselor
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ABOUT MEIvan Navarro

Licensed Professional Counselor
Ivan Navarro, brings more than 10 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and adolescents navigate emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges as a bilingual (Spanish speaking therapist) clinician..

 He provides a supportive, collaborative space where clients can better understand what they are experiencing, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.

His areas of focus include:

  • Anxiety/Depression
  • Addiction and substance use concerns
  • Trauma
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Relationship and couples concerns

Ivan understands that no two clients or families are alike. His approach is tailored to each person’s unique experiences, goals, strengths, and circumstances. Whether someone is struggling with persistent anxiety, recovering from trauma, working through addiction, managing intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, or experiencing difficulties in a relationship, Ivan works collaboratively with clients to identify patterns and build healthier ways of coping and connecting.

For couples, Ivan helps partners improve communication, better understand recurring patterns, rebuild trust, and strengthen their relationship. He also works with adolescents and their families to address the emotional and behavioral challenges that can arise during this important stage of development.

Ivan provides counseling in both English and Spanish, allowing Spanish-speaking clients to receive therapy in the language in which they may feel most comfortable expressing themselves. His bilingual services are one part of a broader practice that welcomes individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

With more than a decade of clinical experience, Ivan brings compassion, insight, and a practical approach to therapy. His goal is not simply to help clients feel better in the moment, but to help them better understand themselves, develop effective tools, and create meaningful change in their lives and relationships.

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ABOUT MEJennifer Thomas

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

Jennifer Thomas is an African American therapist in Houston, TX, offering culturally responsive, affirming care for individuals and families seeking a Black therapist who understands their lived experience. She works with children (8+), teens and adults. She providers therapy in Houston for:

  • Anxiety/depression
  • ADHD
  • Trauma
  • Addiction
  • Other challenges

Jennifer integrates evidence-based psychotherapy with cultural awareness to help clients build insight, emotional regulation, and practical coping skills. She offers both in-person therapy in Houston and online therapy across Texas. Her flexible schedule includes weekday and weekend appointments. Many clients are drawn to her grounded, empathetic approach.

Jennifer has spearheaded partnerships with local nonprofits to expand access to mental health services. She has also led community outreach and intervention programs for underserved populations in Houston.

She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) to deepen her clinical expertise.
If you’re looking for culturally competent therapy in Houston, Jennifer offers a thoughtful, effective path forward.

ABOUT MEHannah Schaeffer

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Hannah Schaeffer is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who works with couples, adults, teenagers, and is an ally to the LGBTQI+ community. When working with couples, she employs several techniques to include the highly successful Gottman method. She is available to treat new patients either online or in person.

Hannah treats a variety of conditions including:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Personality Disorders
  • Grief
  • Relationship difficulties/break-ups (couples/individual work)
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ABOUT MEMarjorie Elkins

Licensed Professional Counselor
Marjorie brings more than 20 years of experience, passion, and expertise to her work with adults. She offers specialized trauma treatment to clients using EMDR. In addition, she has worked with first responders and victims of human trafficking.  
 
Marjorie treats many challenges to include:
  • Anxiety/Depression
  • Substance abuse
  • OCD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Trauma 

ABOUT METhomas Fryar

Licensed Professional Counselor

Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor who sees adults, teenagers, and families. He has a strong understanding of alcohol and drug disorders and the use of Gestalt Therapy, especially in the treatment of trauma. He emphasizes in-person visits while seeing some individuals virtually.

Thomas treats a variety of conditions including:

  • Substance abuse
  • Trauma
  • Autism
  • OCD
  • Personality Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
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