MYS Counseling & Assessment

01/15/2026

Join us at Glenda Dawson High School on Thursday, January 22nd from 6-8pm!

Two of our very own counselors Jamie Dock LPC and Lindsay Shelton LPC will be there, so stop by for some resources, ask questions, or just to say hello!

We look forward to seeing you!

01/07/2026

🔷 Therapist Spotlight: Paula Ettu LPC-A

🔹 Paula is now accepting clients in Katy and Online!

🔹If you are interested in booking with Paula or want to learn more, please feel free to give us a call at (979) 233-1584 or visit our website for more information! 🌐 http://myscounseling.com

01/05/2026

New year, gentle goals 💙
Mental health resolutions don’t have to be about “fixing” yourself—they can be about caring for yourself.

✨ Listening to what your body needs
✨ Being kind to yourself
✨ Forgiving past mistakes
✨ Letting go of unhealthy coping mechanisms

At MYS Counseling, we believe these resolutions are powerful steps toward healing—and you don’t have to do them alone. If you’re ready for support, guidance, or just a safe place to talk, we’re here to help you turn these intentions into lasting change.

Give us a call at (979) 233-1584 or visit us at our website www.myscounseling.com for guidance into the New Year.

Your mental health matters. Today and always. 💫

12/27/2025

🎗️ Holiday Mental Health Support

The holiday season can place increased demands on our time, finances, and emotional energy. While meaningful, it can also bring stress, grief, and emotional overwhelm.

For those experiencing loss or seasonal depression, the holidays may intensify feelings of sadness or loneliness. These responses are valid.

At MYS Counseling & Assessment, we encourage our community to approach this season with balance, self compassion, and realistic expectations. You are not alone.

Holiday Mental Health Tips:

• Set realistic expectations
• Maintain routines and prioritize rest
• Establish boundaries with time, energy, and finances
• Be intentional with spending set a budget and focus on connection over cost
• Seek connection and support when needed

We are honored to support our community through every season.

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🎗️ Apoyo para la Salud Mental Durante los dias Festivos

La temporada navideña puede traer mayores demandas de tiempo, finanzas y energía emocional. Aunque es una época significativa, también puede generar estrés, duelo y sobrecarga emocional.

Para quienes atraviesan una pérdida o experimentan depresión estacional, las fiestas pueden intensificar sentimientos de tristeza o soledad. Estas respuestas son válidas.

En MYS Counseling & Assessment invitamos a nuestra comunidad a vivir esta temporada con equilibrio, autocompasión y expectativas realistas. No está solo/a.

Recordatorios de Salud Mental para los dias Festivos:

• Establecer expectativas realistas
• Mantener rutinas y priorizar el descanso
• Establecer límites con el tiempo, la energía y las finanzas
• Ser intencional con los gastos, establecer un presupuesto y enfocarse en la conexión más que en el costo
• Buscar conexión y apoyo cuando sea necesario

Nos sentimos honrados de acompañar a nuestra comunidad en cada etapa de la vida.

12/27/2025

12/15/2025

🌿 Meet Our Deer Park Therapists! 🌿
We’re proud to introduce the compassionate and dedicated professionals at MYS Counseling & Assessment – Deer Park. Each therapist brings unique specialties to support you and your family on your mental health journey.

✨ Sandra Thomas – Licensed Professional Counselor

✨ Anna Flores – Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Supervised by Ricky D. Ertell LPC-S

✨ Evelyn Mexas – Licensed Professional Counselor

✨ Troyln Teal – Licensed Professional Counselor

📍 Visit us at:
2409 Maxwell Lane, Deer Park, TX 77536
📞 English: (979) 233-1584 | Español: (832) 769-6772
💻 www.myscounseling.com
📲 Follow us on Facebook!
Your healing journey starts here. 💙

12/09/2025

Feeling overwhelmed? Try the S.T.O.P. technique

Sometimes anxious thoughts can sweep in fast — but you can pause, reset, and ground yourself with this simple method:

🛑 S — Stop.
Pause what you’re doing. Give yourself a moment to break the cycle.

🌬️ T — Take a deep breath.
Inhale slowly through your nose, exhale through your mouth. Repeat until your body softens.

👀 O — Observe.
What’s happening in your mind and body? Notice your thoughts and feelings without judgment.

➡️ P — Proceed.
Move forward with intention. Choose the next step that helps you feel calm, safe, or supported.

You deserve peace. 💙
Save this for later and share with someone who might need it today.

If you find yourself needing extra support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at (979) 233-1584, or visit our website www.myscounseling.com to book a session with us today!

12/02/2025

Welcome to Day 5 of 7 Days of The Brain + Tech!
Screens before bed = stressed brain.
Tech-off time = deeper sleep.

12/01/2025

🍂 Gratitude & Mental Health 🍂

As we enter Thanksgiving week, we want to remind you that your well being matters just as much as the traditions and celebrations around you.

Gratitude can be a powerful tool for the mind, but when life feels heavy, it isn’t always easy to access and that’s okay.

This season can be joyful for many, but it can also feel overwhelming, stressful, or tender for those who are grieving or missing someone. Whatever you’re feeling is valid.

Here are a few gentle ways to care for your mental health when gratitude feels out of reach:

• Notice one small comforting moment at a time
• Take short breaks to reset your mind and body
• Use deep, intentional breathing to calm your nervous system
• Set healthy boundaries to protect your peace
• Honor your feelings without judgment

Your mental health is important to us at MYS Counseling & Assessment. 🍂

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🍂 Gratitud y Salud Mental 🍂

Al entrar a la semana de Acción de Gracias, queremos recordarte que tu bienestar es tan importante como las tradiciones y celebraciones que te rodean.

La gratitud puede ser una herramienta poderosa para la mente, pero cuando la vida se siente pesada, no siempre es fácil acceder an ella y eso está bien.

Esta temporada puede ser alegre para muchos, pero también puede sentirse abrumadora, estresante o sensible para quienes están pasando por duelo o extrañan a alguien. Lo que sea que estés sintiendo es válido.

Aquí tienes algunas maneras suaves de cuidar tu salud mental cuando la gratitud se siente fuera de alcance:

• Nota un solo momento reconfortante a la vez
• Tómate pequeños descansos para reiniciar tu mente y tu cuerpo
• Usa respiraciones profundas e intencionales para calmar tu sistema nervioso
• Establece límites saludables para proteger tu paz
• Honra tus emociones sin juzgarte

Tu salud mental es importante para nosotros en MYS Counseling & Assessment. 🍂

09/24/2025

🧠 Taking care of our mental health matters, and Eagle Pass has resources right here in town. Whether you need counseling, support, or guidance, these local services are here for you:

✨ Camino Real Community Services
✨ Inclusive Minds
✨ Maverick County Hospital District
✨ United Medical Centers
✨ MYS Counseling & Assessment

🌿 You don’t have to face things alone — support is closer than you think.
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🧠 Cuidar nuestra salud mental es importante, y Eagle Pass tiene recursos aquí mismo en la comunidad. Ya sea que necesites consejería, apoyo o guía, estos servicios locales están para ti:

✨ Camino Real Community Services
✨ Inclusive Minds Counseling
✨ Maverick County Hospital District
✨ United Medical Centers
✨ MYS Counseling & Assessment

🌿 No tienes que enfrentarlo solo — el apoyo está más cerca de lo que piensas.