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 Intern; Supervised by Cheryl Ivory, LPC-S and Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor
Meet Larry
Larry is a Parish Counselor who is completing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at Sam Houston State University. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern, he receives supervision from Cheryl Ivory, M.A., LPC-S and Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S. 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, Cypress
St. Jerome, 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
Kelsey Johnson, MA, NCC, LPC Intern; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counselor
Meet Kelsey
Kelsey is a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor Intern, supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, D.Min, LPC-S, LMFT-S. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University with minors in Neuroscience and Religious Studies (2015) and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Franciscan University of Steubenville with a certificate in Christian Counseling (2018). Read full bio.
Locations
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, Houston
Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Angleton
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church, Katy
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church, Houston
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Alvin
Lucelly Torres, B.S.
Wellness & Family Support Specialist / Especialista en Bienestar y Apoyo Familiar
Meet Lucelly
Lucelly Torres has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UNAD de Colombia University and has over ten years of experience in the areas of individual and family counseling. In her home country of Colombia, she has professional training and experience working with clients in the areas of family therapy, couples therapy and relationships, grievance counseling, self-esteem and life planning, individual and group psychotherapy, mental health and crisis interventions. Read full bio.
Lucelly Torres tiene una licenciatura en psicología de la Universidad UNAD de Colombia y cuenta con más de diez años de experiencia en las áreas de asesoramiento psicológico individual y familiar. En su país de origen, Colombia, Lucelly tiene entrenamiento profesional y experiencia trabajando con pacientes en las áreas de terapia familiar... Read full bio.
Locations
St. Bartholomew the Apostle, Katy
St. Jerome Catholic Church, Houston
Gary Russell; Supervised by Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Parish Counseling Associate
Meet Gary
Gary is a Parish Counseling Associate who recently completed a Master of Arts in Counseling at Houston Baptist University and has applied to become an LPC Intern in Texas. He gained professional counseling experience in our Practicum & Internship Student Program from January-August 2019 and will continue to serve on our parish counseling team. He receives supervision from Dr. Chris Stravitsch, DMin, LPC-S, LMFT-S. In counseling, Gary can address depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, addictions, emotional abuse, divorce trauma and recovery, parenting, and authentic masculinity from a Christian perspective. He works with adults, couples, and families. Read full bio.
Locations
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church, 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
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church, Katy
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
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
SAN ANTONIO
View our San Antonio 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
San Antonio location: Jeannette Santos, LPC, LMFT
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church 5356 11th Street Katy, TX 77493
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church: Parish Counseling
St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church 10503 Westheimer Rd. Houston, TX 77042
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.