Emilio Gonzalez, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

About Emilio Gonzalez

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Emilio Gonzalez

Life has a way of testing our resilience. Even the strongest among us face seasons when stress, loss, or conflict can feel overwhelming. In those moments, having someone to truly listen and offer perspective can make all the difference. My mission as a counselor is to walk with adolescents and adults through those difficult times, helping them regain balance and find the clarity they need to move forward. I’ve spent more than 20 years working as both an elementary and high school counselor, and I’ve also worked with adults in an outpatient hospital setting. Over the years, I’ve helped children, teens, and adults face challenges like stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and low self-confidence. My counseling style is rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy, with a strong belief in the connection between thoughts and feelings—but I also recognize that we can only do the deeper work when we feel safe and emotionally ready. I often draw from Existential Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Therapy to give clients practical strategies and renewed hope. I was born and raised in Laredo, Texas, and moved to Austin to study art before relocating to Houston in the early 1990s. Alongside my work as a counselor, I’ve spent 27 years as a bilingual/ESL teacher, art teacher, and school counselor. My background in art continues to shape how I see the world—I believe creativity can be a powerful way to process emotions and understand ourselves more deeply. At home, I’ve been married to my wonderful wife for over 25 years, and together we’ve built a family that includes three children and five grandchildren. When I’m not counseling, I’m often creating artwork, spending time with family, or diving into research on Positive Psychology to keep growing both personally and professionally. I hold a B.A. and B.F.A. from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master’s in Counseling from Sam Houston State University.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Office location

Emilio Gonzalez, LPC also offers online video visits for patients

Renewing Hope Counseling

11777 Katy Fwy, Ste 350, Houston, TX 77079

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Education and background

Practice names

Renewing Hope Counseling

Education and training

Sam Houston State University, Master's in Counseling
The University of Texas at Austin, Bachelor's

NPI number

1699305128

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Emilio Gonzalez work with?

Emilio Gonzalez works with Renewing Hope Counseling.

Where is Emilio Gonzalez's office located?

Emilio Gonzalez has 2 office locations, including in Broaddus and Houston, view full addresses on Emilio Gonzalez's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Emilio Gonzalez?

Emilio Gonzalez frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Emilio Gonzalez on their profile.