Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Katy, TX

"I’m a mother of 3, a military reservist, and a wife who loves the outdoors and giving back. I bring that same passion for service and resilience into supporting clients from all walks of life."

I am Byaney Mireles, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 3 years of experience. My work has included supporting individuals and families through challenges in child support services, the legal field, human resources, and mental health. I bring compassion, advocacy, and commitment to every role I take on and strive to empower clients by helping them access resources, build resilience, and create positive change in their lives. My background also includes nonprofit work serving low-income communities and individuals living with HIV.

I hold a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas. My approach is client-centered, grounded in compassion, and focused on understanding each person’s unique experiences. I provide guidance, tools, and practical support to help clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and reach their goals.

I know that reaching out for support takes courage. I aim to create a safe, welcoming space where clients feel heard and valued. With empathy and care, I walk alongside them through life’s challenges, encouraging growth, healing, and lasting change. I invite you to take the first step toward positive transformation.

"I empathize with how mental health challenges can disrupt our daily lives and it is my passion to create a safe space and help clients overcome these obstacles to reach their fullest potential."

Amber Marsico is a Licensed Professional Counselor with nearly 8 years of experience working as a mental health professional in various settings, including respite care and intensive group therapy. She specializes in assisting teenagers and young adults facing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Amber takes an eclectic approach to therapy, acknowledging all clients have unique needs, learning styles, and motivation.

Amber received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University. She often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to address unhelpful thinking styles and teach coping strategies while employing an emotion-focused approach to build self-awareness and assist in stress management.

Amber is passionate about providing a non-judgmental space to help her clients feel safe to express themselves openly. She values educating others while assisting them in setting and achieving meaningful goals based on their needs. Amber is ready to support and empower you to reach your full potential.

"As a woman of color, I understand the stigma of always feeling that I can do it and I have to do it."

Mercedes Dantzler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience. She works well with teen boys with addressing anger management and ADHD. Mercedes is passionate with working with adult male and females who have difficulty with managing their anxiety, depression, relationship issues, social skills and trauma. She wants to ensure everyone is a healthy version of themselves.

Mercedes completed her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Alabama A&M University. She has worked at multiple substance abuse facilities with adults and teenagers assisting with creating the change they desperately seeked. She as worked in community health and gives dedications as well as grace to her clients due to being aware of environmental trauma. Mercedes utilizes multiple approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), and person-centered therapy (PCT), to name a few.

Overall, Mercedes is motivated and dedicated to her clients when assisting with change, processing and growth. She will create a safe space to help process your barriers to becoming your whole self. Mercedes is a team player and she will help you through the process. Your therapy will be your safe space to experience being genuinely heard and seen.

"As someone who has experienced life challenges and difficulties personally and professionally, I know what it’s like to feel misunderstood or be told to “get over it.""

Lucy Peacock is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 9 years of experience. She specializes in helping adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, relationship issues, and daily life stressors. She takes the time to develop a therapeutic relationship with each of her clients to build a sense of trust. Lucy seeks to be a safe space where individuals can reflect on themselves, discover self-worth, and foster personal growth.

Lucy received her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients gain practical insight into their situations and regain emotional balance. She also has experience with emotionally focused, person-centered, and family systems approaches.

Those entering therapy can feel a range of emotions from uncertainty to despair to fear. Lucy applauds you for seeking out change and is ready and waiting to help you achieve your goals! Let her be your support through life’s most challenging times.