Founded in 2017 to pursue the highest quality of counseling, consulting, and prospective counselor training.

BeneVie Counseling + Consulting desires that resilience be cultivated by those with the tools necessary to thrive through challenges as well as to advocate for their own needs and interests.

AT BENEVIE,

You can expect the highest level of professionalism, confidentiality, and respect, both of your person and of your time–we’re committed to fitting in new clients within one week of inquiry, as well as to providing prompt answers to phone calls and responses to emails.

Additionally, secure video sessions are available if most convenient.

Meet the Team

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    Lorena A. Rosenbaum, Ph.D., LPC-S

    Founder + Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, LPC-S lrosenbaum@benevieconsulting.com Providing services in English + Spanish

    Dr. Rosenbaum delights in helping clients reduce their anxiety and self doubt while, conversely, growing personally with stronger skills in the areas of clear communication, self advocating, secure boundary setting, and courage building for pursuit of their goals.

    Some treatment methods utilized by Dr. Rosenbaum include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

    With a Ph.D. in Counseling Education and Supervision, a Master’s in Counseling and Guidance, a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science, and a deeply rooted Christian faith, Dr. Rosenbaum passionately pursues individuals’ holistic health. She has a variety of counseling experience, including work with professional adults as well as students of all ages through academic skill building and stress management. Additionally, while conducting therapy for youths on juvenile probation, she formatted a truancy policy plan for surrounding school districts, which significantly lowered the truancy rate in her county by 85%, all while establishing her own counseling practice and serving as Adjunct Professor at the University of Kingsville.

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    Ashley Martin, M.S. ,LPC-S

    Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor amartin@benevieconsulting.com

    Providing services in English.

    Ashley specializes in treating difficulties such as depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, ADHD, and high levels of stress resulting from major life changes. Additionally, she has experience working with youth in foster care, residential treatment care, and juvenile probation, as well as with families completing services with the Texas Department of Family Protective Services (DFPS).

    Some treatment methods utilized by Ashley include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

    With a Master’s in Family Psychology and more than nine years of experience treating adults, adolescents, children, and families, Ashley feels called to provide the safe and nurturing environment clients need to build healthy self awareness.

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    Jose Palacios, Ph.D., LPC-S

    Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor

    jpalacios@benevieconsulting.com

    Providing services in English + Spanish

    Dr. Palacios has experience conducting therapy for youths on juvenile probation in Brooks County while also serving the Counseling Psychology Department at Texas A&M as Adjunct Professor. With a Ph.D. in Counseling Education, Dr. Palacios’ clinical and research interests include therapeutic best practices in service of rural or at-risk populations, and he passionately provides quality counseling services to any in need, regardless of circumstances.

    Some treatment methods utilized by Dr. Palacios include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

    Dr. Palacios is a proud veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and a father of three children who enjoys being outdoors, crafting, and riding motorcycles.

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    Linda Ramos Perez, M.S., LPC

    Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

    lperez@benevieconsulting.com

    Providing services in English + Spanish.

    With a Master’s in Counseling and Guidance, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, and more than 30 years of experience treating youth, adolescents, and adults, Linda provides individually-suited counseling and intervention directed toward improving mental health and wellness, increasing confidence and independence, and strengthening clients’ means for striving after their full potential.

    Some treatment methods utilized by Linda include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

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    Brittanie Mitchelle, B.S.

    Office Manager

    beneviesupport@benevieconsulting.com

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    Chelsea Torres, M.S., LPC-Associate

    Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate

    ctorres@benevieconsulting.com

    Chelsea is supervised by Dr. Lorena Rosenbaum.

    With a Master's of Science in Professional Counseling, Chelsea has begun her counseling journey by providing counseling for individuals of all ages. She helps provide a safe space for individuals to work toward improving their mental health for those experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment to various life changes.

    Some treatment methods utilized by Chelsea include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She is also working toward further certification of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Play Therapy.

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    Ada Uzondu, Ph.D., BCMHC, NCC, CCTP, LPC- A

    Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate

    Supervised by Jose Palacios, PhD., LPC-S

    auzondu@benevieconsulting.com

    Providing only virtual services in English.

    Dr. Uzondu has experience providing virtual counseling. She completed the TeleMental Health Training Certificate (THTC) with the Telehealth Certification Institute. Her expertise is in trauma (especially sexual abuse); addiction and substance use counseling; college counseling; health and wellness; and working with adolescents, young adults, and marginalized populations. These issues and populations are near and dear to her, and she is passionate about them. Recently she received her CCTP- Certification Clinical Trauma Professional.

    Some treatment methods utilized by Dr. Uzondu include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

    Her role as a counselor is to create an environment of trust and understanding for her clients. She strives to provide support and guidance that is fair, consistent, and respectful in all aspects of the counseling process. She believes in using the therapeutic relationship to promote change, challenge any irrational thoughts and beliefs, and encourage culturally sensitive interactions.

    Dr. Uzondu is an assistant professor and clinical supervisor at Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene, TX. She enjoys cooking, baking, swimming, hiking, dancing, bike riding, playing soccer, going on walks, and watching sunrise and sunset.

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    Elizabeth Sears, M.S., LPC-A

    Licences Professional Counselor Associate

    Lsears@benevieconsulting.com

    Elizabeth is supervised by Ashley Martin, LPC-S

    My name is Elizabeth (Liz) Sears and a recent TAMUCC graduate. I hold a Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling with a focus in Clinical Mental Health. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate, supervised by Ashley Martin, LPC-S. I believe in empowering the client to be invited into a collaborative therapeutic relationship, where we can focus on finding healing through a variety of methods. I mainly practice using CBT, SFBT, ACT and trauma-informed care therapies. These focus on providing an evidence-based approach to recognizing the spaces that are causing stress or dysregulation in one’s life and work to better cope. I believe in the power of reframing, self-talk, effective communication, self-care, mindfulness and setting small goals to work towards a overall outcome. I have experience working with substance use disorders, crisis patients, depression, anxiety, and stress management in adolescents, adults and geriatric clients. Having empathy and a personal understanding of how mental health can impact your daily life, it is my goal to help assist each client to reach their goals and journey through healing.

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    Jackie Sendejo, MA, LPC-A, LCDC

    Jsendejo@benevieconsulting.com

    Jackie is supervised by Dr. Jose Palacios.

    Jackie welcomes individuals to seek assistance in overcoming their anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, trauma, school issues, peer relationships, etc. Jackie has experience in working with individuals in a mental health outpatient and intensive outpatient setting, and substance use outpatient and inpatient in-prison therapeutic community.

    Some treatment methods utilized by Jackie include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Trauma Focused & Mindfulness Interventions.

    With a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, and a Bachelor’s in Psychology, Jackie has assisted youth, adolescents and adults for 8 years struggling with mental health and substance use to heal and grow through their personal experiences. Jackie is genuine and strives to create a safe and positive environment for her clients to build resilience, empowerment and self-awareness.

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    Victoria Carruzeles

    Victoria is supervised by Chelsea Torres M.S., LPC-A

    Hi, I’m Victoria and I’m so glad you’re here and have made the decision to invest in yourself. As I continue my masters studies in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I am finding my love for self-love. My goal as a therapist is to empower my clients to be more self-confident, provide a trusting and supportive client-therapist relationship, and to assist them in seeing their potential they already hold. Throughout life we are dealt many different seasons, some of joy and others of sorrow. During the more difficult seasons, extra support can make our journey feel and be easier.

    My counseling style is mainly compassion-focused with a few other therapeutic approaches such as solution-focused therapy, attachment-based family therapy, Gottman method couples therapy, Gestalt therapy, person-centered therapy, and play therapy.

    In my free time, I enjoy teaching my 4th grade reading class, hanging around my family, spending time with my fiancé, and being at home doing absolutely nothing… because I find comfort in being a homebody.

    I would love to have the opportunity to meet you here at BeneVie Counseling!

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    Daniel Hoskins,, M.S., LPC-A

    Supervised by Ashley Martin., LPC-S

    Daniel Hoskins, MS, LPC-Associate is a skilled and compassionate counselor with a wealth of experience in serving diverse populations. With a master's degree in professional counseling, Daniel brings a deep understanding of the human mind and a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges. Daniel's expertise lies in various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and existential therapy.

    Specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, personality disorders, as well as life adjustment and existential issues, Daniel is dedicated to helping his clients find healing, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose. He creates a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences, empowering them to make positive changes in their lives.With his warm and person-centered approach,

    Daniel fosters a strong therapeutic alliance with his clients, ensuring that they feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their journey. He believes in the power of collaboration and works collaboratively with his clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique goals and aspirations.

    Whether you are struggling with a specific mental health issue or seeking personal growth and self-discovery, Daniel Hoskins, MS,

    LPC-Associate is here to guide you towards a more fulfilling and meaningful life. With his extensive knowledge, experience, and genuine care, he is committed to helping you overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive."

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    Elyse Bishop, M.S., LPC-Associate

    Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate

    Ebishop@benevieconsulting.com

    Elyseis supervised by Ashley Martin, LPC-S

    Elyse, provides comprehensive therapy services informed by evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and more. With a Master of Science in Professional Counseling, Elyse specializes in working with individuals, couples, adolescents, and children, addressing a wide spectrum of presenting issues. Her focus is on guiding clients towards a deeper connection with themselves and others, utilizing a warm and supportive demeanor to create a therapeutic environment conducive to healing and growth.