Blanca Orellana, Graduate Student Intern

Areas of Expertise:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Self-Esteem

• Trauma

Approach:

My therapeutic approach during sessions is centered around compassion, creating a safe space, active listening, and ensuring a judgement free zone. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and understood while having the ability to be your authentic self.

LGTBQIA+ Affirming

Education:

• Master of Education in Family, Marriage, Couples Counseling from Lamar University - Pending Graduation May of 2025

• Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University

• Bachelor's of Science in Psychology from the University of Houston-Downtown

• Associates in Liberal Arts from Lonestar Community College

Licensure:

Graduate Student Intern, Under the Supervision of Melody Celeste Osborne, LPC-S

Availability:

I see clients both in person and online on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the Champions Office.

Fees and Insurance:

$50 a session

*Practicum Students are not available to accept insurance, therefore are not “in-network” providers. They are able to provide counseling at the reduced rate listed above.

Life can be tough, but so are YOU!

There is a lot of demand in today’s world from family dynamics, school, work, relationships, the past, the future, to just keeping up with daily responsibilities. At times, life can feel like a full-on rollercoaster that you never wanted to be on in the first place!

Ready to get off the crazy ride that brings on fear, stress, anxiety, anger, and a plethora of other feelings?

Well, I’d love to help you unstrap yourself from the overwinding ride and get your feet back on solid ground. Take a deep breath, release your clenched jaw, drop your shoulders, and let’s talk it out. You and me, you can start from the beginning, or the end, or somewhere in the middle- I’m all ears. I’m here to help you lay it all out, regain control of your emotions, and figure out ways to find some relief.

Our therapy sessions are all about YOU!

Trust that our sessions are confidential, I will listen without judgment, and that you are safe with me. You don’t have to stay on life’s rollercoaster, I got you. I’ll be waiting for you at Restoring Hope Counseling, see you soon!

Who I help:

I aim to help teens, young adults, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or self-esteem.

How I help:

I help my clients by being an active listener, coming up with various coping strategies, and providing compassion.

What my clients say about working with me:

My clients would say they feel a sense of security, comfort, and compassion when working with me. Also, that I like to throw in a few laughs when possible.heir life. 

Off the Clock:

In my free time, I love all things beauty, shopping, DIYs, and watching crime documentaries with my fur babies.

Fun Fact:

I have 4 dogs and 6 cats!

Schedule a Session with Blanca Today!

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

-Maya Angelou