Meet the Team
MEET THE TEAM
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Naomi Berger-Perez, Director of Counseling Services Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor | Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor Naomi has worked in the field of mental health for over 16 years and is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, holding a supervisor status for both. She has a passion for guiding and teaching other counselors and takes pride in those that she has led to becoming fully licensed. As a native Houstonian Naomi has worked in a wide range of mental health settings starting out in the non-profit sector at a domestic violence agency and an organization for children, adolescents, and families in Houston's inner city. She has also worked with those populations who have complex medical needs both physically and emotionally, and most recently, as an employee assistance program counselor for a large hospital system, offering a wide range of support through various counseling modalities for children, adolescents, and adults. Naomi operates from a person-centered approach, and one of open-mindedness in that every day is a learning experience in which we can learn. Location: OMB S280 (Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays) | OMB S601 (Tuesdays & Thursdays) |
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Tim Coulter Licensed Professional Counselor “I hold a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Houston-Downtown and a Master of Education in Counseling from the University of Houston. Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years as a banker providing financial solutions to couples and individuals from all walks of life. In addition to financial counseling, I have worked with teenagers, young adults, couples, groups, cancer patients, and individuals in many areas including anxiety, depression, sexual identity, leading a purpose-driven life, career development, substance abuse, anger management, smoking cessation, grief, motivation, and mindfulness. I've worked in many environments including colleges, high schools, residential treatment facilities, private practice, and cancer centers doing both traditional counseling and meditation." Location: OMB S280 |
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Tamera Davis Licensed Professional Counselor “I'm a native Houstonian with Louisiana roots. In 2005, I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University. Knowing the importance of advanced degrees, I went on to obtain a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology at Texas Southern University in Houston, TX. I have 10 years' of experience in the community, education, and mental health industry. I believe that every person has the power within to heal and experience a positive transformation". Location: OMB S280 |
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Zoe Douglas Licensed Professional Counselor “I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for guiding young adults through tough life transitions and identity shifts. I have 5 years of experience working with a variety of issues and populations ranging from homelessness and substance abuse to bipolar disorder and depression. My personal experience with mental health began in college, therefore, I hold a special place in my heart for college students and the challenges they go through during this critical period in life". Location: OMB S601 |
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Deborah McGinty, Ph.D |
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Samantha Salazar Administrative Assistant II Samantha is the Administrative Assistant for the Counseling Services Department. She graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in History. She has approximately 3 years of experience working in higher education and 2 and a half years as a professional writer. As your first point of contact in the department, she hopes to be a friendly and warm face for you all. Location: OMB S280 |
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Tiffany Wilson Licensed Professional Counselor Tiffany Wilson has been with the UHD community for 8 years with experience in the Admissions Department and the Davies College of Business Advising Office. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Prairie View A & M University in May 2014. Tiffany has experience in a variety of settings including residential mental healthcare centers, and community-based and outpatient community mental health centers. She provides therapy for adolescents and adults addressing a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, mood disorders, emotional adjustments to health concerns, and relationship concerns. She uses a holistic approach in counseling from several treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. She believes that everyone has the gift to heal themselves with guidance and support. Location: OMB S601 |
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Efstathia (Eva) Yerende Licensed Professional Counselor Efstathia (Eva) Yerende is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a background in Depth Psychology. She has a master of arts degree in Counseling from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Additionally, she holds a PhD in Language, Reading, and Culture from the University of Arizona. Prior to becoming a counselor, she worked in Teacher Education Programs in the American Southwest and overseas in Guinea-Conakry, the Gambia, and South Africa. As a clinician, Eva uses a person-centered approach informed by narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and relational psychotherapy. She works primarily with adults who may experience a variety of symptoms during the ups and downs of life. Eva is able to provide counseling in English, Spanish, and Modern Greek. Location: OMB S601 |