Meet your counselor
I am Cristian Tovar, a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S, LCDC) with a deep passion for helping people build meaningful, fulfilling lives.
My Background: With a strong foundation as an educator in Mexico and advanced training in mental health at Texas A&M in Laredo, Texas, I have spent years supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life transitions, trauma, grief, and addiction issues. My combined professional experience allows me to provide informed, compassionate care across diverse needs.
My Style: Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and direct—but always compassionate. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where we focus on your strengths. My approach is collaborative, using meaningful questions to empower you to grow and thrive.
My Approach & Areas of Expertise
My practice is client-centered and strengths-based. I use evidence-based practices to help you process difficult experiences and make positive, lasting changes.
Treatment Specialties:
Grief and Loss.
Adolescents and Young Adults: Managing emotions, family conflict, and life transitions.
Cultural and Family Transitions.
Addiction Recovery & Relationship Issues: Including infidelity and rebuilding trust.
Counseling in Laredo and Texas.
Our first session is all about building trust. We will discuss your story, your strengths, the challenges that brought you here, and set clear, realistic goals. My aim is for you to feel comfortable and hopeful about the path to healing that lies ahead.
