Elaine Messarra, M.S. L.P.C.

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I have personally experienced the benefits, healing, and insight that can occur during talk therapy.
 
I have also experienced some less than positive therapy experiences.
 
During therapy, I want my clients to feel comfortable and safe sharing their experiences, situations, and emotions.
 
I listen and give my undivided attention to each client.
 
Therapeutic rapport is an important element in therapy.  I want my clients to feel heard and understood.
  
I am Texas born and raised. I am 65 years young and I have decades of wisdom and life experiences to share with my clients.
 
I have 23 years experience as a psychotherapist in private practice, in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, and online virtual therapy.
 
Prior to this I was a middle school teacher, and elementary school counselor for 20 years.
My experience includes special needs, and gifted and talented students. 


 
My client centered approach & pace is customized to individual needs.
I offer unconditional positive regard to my clients with a holistic approach of wellness in body and mind.
Therapeutic dialogue, or talk therapy is a positive approach to processing thoughts & emotions.
I am patient, empathic, and I am excellent at active listening.



I am here to assist my clients to identify and process emotions, feelings, and situations.
I am very patient and I understand that therapy can not be rushed.
It is important to develop a therapeutic bond between therapist and client.
I want my clients to feel safe, heard, and understood every session.
I want my clients to feel lighter and brighter after talk therapy sessions.


Please feel free to ask questions or share concerns at any time.
I encourage a holistic approach to healing and wellness.


Religious faith can be a source of comfort, grounding, and healing.
I encourage clients to connect with their higher power.
Twelve step programs have a high success rate which is directly attributed to personal faith and beliefs.
I am personally a Christian who believes in the Bible and prayer.
I am glad to share my faith with clients who would like to include a Christian perspective, bible based wisdom or prayer support.
 


Elaine Messarra Reaches

Victoria TX
Dallas TX