We focus on SOLUTIONS in order to obtain PEACE!
We focus on SOLUTIONS in order to obtain PEACE!
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Our Journey
Our Journey
Founded in 2019, Steps to Serenity Counseling, PLLC was created with a heartfelt vision — to provide a safe, compassionate, and inclusive space where individuals can find healing, growth, and hope. From the beginning, our mission has been to meet the mental health needs of our community by offering accessible, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care.
At Steps to Serenity, we understand that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, and taking the first step toward healing can be difficult. Our dedicated team of professionals are here to walk alongside you on your journey — offering support, understanding, and practical tools to help you move toward emotional wellness and inner peace.
We specialize in helping individuals navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Whether you’re seeking personal growth or recovery from emotional pain, we’re committed to helping you take meaningful steps toward serenity — one session at a time.
Our goal is simple: to empower every person who walks through our doors to live a more balanced, fulfilled, and peaceful life.
Our Team
Our Team
Dr. Avis Smith, LPC-S
Dr. Avis Smith, LPC-S
Owner & Chief Mental Health Therapist
Dr. Avis Smith, Founder and Chief Mental Health Therapist, is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor with 18 years of mental health experience. She possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Houston, a Master degree in Counseling from the University of Houston- Victoria and a Doctoral degree in Counselor Education from Texas Southern University.
Dr. Avis Smith, Founder and Chief Mental Health Therapist, is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor with 18 years of mental health experience. She possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Houston, a Master degree in Counseling from the University of Houston- Victoria and a Doctoral degree in Counselor Education from Texas Southern University.
Her mission has always been grounded in helping others. As a result, individual, couple and family counseling services are offered. The goal is to work hand in hand with each client to find solutions to challenges and/or hardships.
Her mission has always been grounded in helping others. As a result, individual, couple and family counseling services are offered. The goal is to work hand in hand with each client to find solutions to challenges and/or hardships.
Dr. Smith also trains new mental health clinicians through coaching and supervision experiences.
Dr. Smith also trains new mental health clinicians through coaching and supervision experiences.
Amari Smith
Amari Smith
Certified Medical Assistant
Amari Smith is a Certified Medical Assistant. She currently attends Texas A&M University where she is studying to become a Forensic Science Nurse.
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