Welcome – Your Journey to Joy Begins Here!
We want you to celebrate your life. But we understand that emotional pain and broken relationships can steal your joy. So, if you are in need of professional counseling for emotional, psychological, or relationship healing then you have come to the right place. As Catholic counselors, we will journey with you towards healing, stronger relationships, and the true joy that comes from our Loving God.
Meet the Rejoice Counselors serving Greater Houston
Dr. Chris Stravitsch, D.Min, LPC-S, LMFT-S
President and Founder
Meet Dr. Chris
Dr. Chris Stravitsch is the President and Founder of Rejoice Counseling Apostolate. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor. He earned a Doctor of Ministry from The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, and a dual degree in Pastoral Counseling from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, which consisted of a M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy and M.A. in Pastoral Ministry. Chris oversees the counseling services that Rejoice Counseling Apostolate provides to Catholic parishes throughout the Greater Houston area and San Antonio. Read full bio
Locations
Christ the Redeemer, Houston
St. Bartholomew the Apostle, Katy
St. Cyril of Alexandria, Houston
Larry Freeney, Jr., PhD (cand.), LPC
Parish Counselor
Meet Larry
Larry is a Licensed Professional Counselor completing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at Sam Houston State University. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Christianity (2014) and a Master of Arts in Counseling (2016) at Houston Baptist University. Read Larry’s full bio
Locations
St. James the Apostle, Spring
St. Ignatius of Loyola, Spring
St. Mary Magdalene, Humble
St. Michael the Archangel, Houston
Sts. Simon and Jude, The Woodlands
Janet Sturtz, MA, MSW, LCSW
Parish Counselor
Janet Sturtz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience as a therapist. She has a Masters in Spanish Literature from Kent State University (Ohio) and a Masters is Social Work from the University of South Florida (Tampa). She counsels individuals, couples, and families in both English and Spanish.
Janet Sturtz es una trabajadora social clínica licenciada con más de 20 años de experiencia como terapeuta. Tiene una maestría en literatura española de Kent State University (Ohio) y una maestría en trabajo social de University of South Florida (Tampa). Janet ofrece el servicio de consejería a individuos, parejas y familias en dos idiomas, Ingles y Español.
Locations / Localizada en:
Christ the Redeemer, Houston
St. Bartholomew the Apostle, Katy
Linda Refice Peters, MA, LPC, NCC, NCSC
Parish Counselor
Meet Linda
Linda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and National Certified School Counselor. She earned her Masters in Counseling and Personal Development from Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Read Linda's full bio
Locations
Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Community, Spring
Thomas Kasper, LPC
Meet Thomas
Thomas Kasper is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology (2013) from the University of Houston – Clear Lake (UHCL) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing (2009) from Texas A&M University.
Thomas works with clients on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, and addictive behaviors with adolescents, adults, and couples. He has published research on internet pornography in psychology journals. Thomas is also trained in EMDR (Eye-movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help process traumatic events.
Read Thomas' full bio
Location
Bay Area Houston
1120 NASA Pkwy, Suite 220H
Houston, TX 77058
Laura Aguirre, MA, LPC
Parish Counselor
Meet Laura
Laura Aguirre is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University. She counsels individuals, couples, and families in both English and Spanish.
Laura es una Consejera Profesional con Licencia. Ella logro su bachillerato de ciencia de psicología y su maestría de arte en consejería clínico en salud mental de la universidad de Sam Houston State. Laura ofrece el servicio de consejería a individuos, parejas y familias en dos idiomas, Ingles y Español.
Locations
St. Jerome Catholic Church, Houston
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, Humble
Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church, The Woodlands
Gary Russell, MA, LPC Intern, LCDC Intern; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor
Meet Gary
Gary is a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern. He completed a Master of Arts in Counseling at Houston Baptist University. In counseling, Gary addresses depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, addictions, emotional abuse, marital healing and enrichment, divorce distress and recovery, parenting, and authentic masculinity from a Catholic perspective. He works with adults, youth, couples, and families. Read full bio.
Locations
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church, Houston
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Downtown Houston
Lauren Guido; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor Student Intern
Meet Lauren
Lauren Guido is a graduate intern working towards a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. She is currently gaining professional counseling experience in our Practicum & Internship Student Program, which aims to form the next generation of Catholic counselors. She receives counseling supervision from Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S. Lauren earned a Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Theology from the University of Dallas (2015). In counseling, Lauren can address depression, anxiety, self-esteem, addictions, emotional abuse, relationships, marriage and family life, and more. Read full bio.
Locations
Christ the Redeemer, Houston
St. Bartholomew the Apostle, Katy
St. Michael the Archangel, Houston
Robbe Sebesta, MA, LPC Intern; Supervised by Lauren Richter, LPC-S
Parish Counselor
Meet Robbe
Robbe is a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern. She has a B.S. in Journalism from Texas A&M University and an M.A. in Community Counseling from St. Mary’s University, San Antonio. In addition to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she enjoys employing Logotherapy, a theory founded on the belief that human nature is motivated by the search for a life purpose. Read full bio.
Locations
Most Holy Trinity, Angleton
St. John the Baptist, Alvin
Claudia Calero; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor Student Intern
Meet Claudia
Claudia Calero is a graduate intern working towards a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Certified School Counseling, and Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Houston-Victoria Katy campus. She is currently gaining professional counseling experience in our Practicum & Internship Student Program, which aims to form the next generation of Catholic counselors.
Read Claudia's full bio
Locations
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, Houston
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church, Katy
St. Jerome Catholic Church, Houston
Jody Pitcher; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor Student Intern
Meet Jody
Jody Pitcher is a graduate intern working towards a Master’s in Science from Divine Mercy University (DMU) to become a Licensed Professional Counselor with a focus on trauma. She is currently gaining professional counseling experience in our Practicum & Internship Student Program, which aims to form the next generation of Catholic counselors. Read Jody's full bio
Locations
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, Houston
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church, Katy
Allison Woolford, LCDC Intern; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor Student Intern
Meet Allison
Allison Woolford graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University and is a counseling student working toward completing her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through the University of West Alabama. She is currently gaining professional counseling experience in our Practicum & Internship Student Program, which aims to form the next generation of Catholic counselors. Read Allison's full bio
Locations
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church, Houston
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Downtown Houston
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Houston
See Our Locations Near You
HOUSTON
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church
10503 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042
St. Jerome Catholic Church
8825 Kempwood Dr, Houston, TX 77080
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
1801 Sage Rd, Houston, TX 77056
St. Joseph Catholic Church
1505 Kane Street, Houston, TX 77007
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church
11507 Huffmeister Road, Houston, TX 77065
HUMBLE
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church
527 South Houston Avenue, Humble, TX 77338
SPRING & THE WOODLANDS
Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church
18511 Klein Church Rd, Spring, TX 77379
St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church
7810 Cypresswood Dr, Spring, Texas 77379
St. James the Apostle Catholic Church
22800 Aldine Westfield, Spring, TX 77373
Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church
26777 Glen Loch Dr, Spring, TX 77381
ALVIN
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
110 E. South Street, Alvin, TX 77511
ANGLETON
Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church
1713 North Tinsley Street, Angleton, TX 77515
BAY AREA
1120 NASA Pkwy, Suite 220H, Houston, TX 77058
View our Bay Area page here
KATY
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church
5356 Eleventh Street, Katy, TX 77493
View our Katy page here
Bay Area location: Thomas Kasper, LPC
www.CatholicCounselingBayArea.com
Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Community: Parish Counseling
Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Joseph Catholic Church
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. James the Apostle Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Jerome Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
It was reassuring to have our counselor lead us in prayer.
Real people, Real results.
When I started seeing my counselor at Rejoice Counseling Apostolate I felt lost. After my sessions, I felt like I had been given direction and a lot of support.