Live Oak Counseling Corner

MEET THE COUNSELORS


Amanda Embry

This is my 23rd year in education and 7th year at Live Oak.  I am grateful for the opportunity to serve all our Legends. I am on campus Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.  

I graduated from Texas A&M University in 2000 and spent 10 years as a classroom teacher before earning my graduate degree in Counseling & Guidance from Texas State University. My favorite part about being a counselor is forming connections with students and working with families and teachers to help each child feel comfortable and reach their potential.

My husband and I live in Leander and have twin boys who are in 7th grade this year.  

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Email: amanda_embry@roundrockisd.org

Phone: 512.428.3808

Elise Harris

This is my 6th year at Live Oak and I'm so happy to be here supporting LOE students and families!   

This is my 25th year in RRISD, having been a counselor at Deerpark and teacher at Spicewood Elementary.

I have a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Texas State University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. 

My husband and I have two  daughters and three grandbabies.  Spending time with them is my favorite thing to do when I'm not at Live Oak!

 As a school counselor, I believe it's important to help each student feel heard, respected, and valued.  It's important to me  to celebrate our diversity and create an inclusive atmosphere where all feel they belong.  By supporting our students' social and emotional well-being,  we can impact their academic success and create resilient learners.  

Social emotional education is my passion and I love helping students learn skills, strategies and behaviors to support their wellbeing.

Please let me know if I can be supportive in any way.

Email: elise_harris@roundrockisd.org

Phone: 512.428.3807

Bethania Cedano

This school year marks the beginning of my 27th year in the field of education and 2nd year at Live Oak .

I have a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Texas-Pan American, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Psychology.

My professional journey has been dedicated to nurturing growth, fostering potential, and helping students feel valued so that  they feel empowered to perform at  their highest potential .  I am looking forward to contributing to the creation of a positive and supportive environment for all LOE students.

During my spare time, I cherish moments spent with my family, enjoy reading, listening to  music, and going  on long walks with our beloved pet, Toby.

Please let me know if I can be of any assistance.

email: bethania_cedano@roundrockisd.org

Phone : 512.428.3835