Talisha Janice, LPC Associate, LCDC Intern

Supervised by Tia Jennings, LPC-S, LMHC

You’ve been trying so hard to keep it all together, to meet expectations, to be what everyone else needs you to be. And yet, no matter how much you give or how well you perform, it never seems to be enough. Somewhere along the way, your voice got quiet. Maybe drowned out by the noise of what others think, what they want, who they believe you are based on moments, not your whole self.

There’s a kind of exhaustion that comes from constantly being measured, corrected, or misunderstood, when the world demands perfection, and you’re just trying to breathe. Trying to be human. Trying to be you.

If any of that resonates, you’re not alone.

I see your pain. And I want you to know: you are not broken and you are not a problem to be solved.

Whether you're just starting to figure things out or have been carrying the weight for a while, I help people work through challenges like anxiety, depression, academic stress, low self-worth, bullying, peer pressure, substance use, and thoughts of self-harm or suicide, to name a few.

I’ve worked closely with teens who were being drawn into the use of illicit drugs, alcohol, vaping, and cigarettes, helping them step away from those influences and move toward a life that’s more grounded, intentional, and substance-free. My role isn’t to “cure” anyone, but to equip clients with tools: how to handle peer pressure, manage cravings, stay present with their values, and make decisions they can feel proud of. I provide a safe space for honest conversations, and together we focus on harm reduction, emotion regulation, and building a future that feels worth showing up for.

If you’ve made it this far, chances are, you’ve already tried to make things better.

You may have tried quitting cold turkey, cutting back, or denying that substance use had become a problem. You may have tried to ignore your anxious or depressive thoughts, distract yourself, or push through alone without asking for help. If that sounds familiar, know this: those were survival strategies. You were doing your best with the tools you had at the time.

Your strength is in the trying.

No matter what life has thrown at you, you keep showing up. You get up the next day, go to work or school, meet obligations, and try again. You already carry the strength it takes to push through, therapy is just where we build on that strength with new tools, deeper insight, and a safe place to heal.

I chose a career in counseling because I know firsthand what it feels like to be labeled and misunderstood.

I remember my own years of rebelling, when others assumed I would never do anything of value. Labels and stereotypes were placed on me because of choices I made while trying to cope with things far outside of my control. I was just a child doing the best I could with what I had. Through unwavering faith, learning to regulate my emotions, and learning how to recognize safe spaces and safe people, I’ve been able to build, and continue building, a successful, meaningful career. That journey taught me something I now offer to every client I meet: You are not the worst thing you’ve done. You are someone becoming.

I am a two-time graduate of Texas Southern University, where I earned a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology. From the start of my career, I’ve been committed to protecting the vulnerable, beginning as an investigator with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, advocating for children, elders, and adults with disabilities experiencing abuse and neglect.

As I grew professionally, I pursued roles focused on advocacy, crisis management, and transitional support, helping people move from chaos to stability. But something was missing. I could respond to emergencies, but I couldn't always reach the root. That missing piece was counseling.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-Associate) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-Intern), actively working toward full licensure in both areas. Under the supervision of Tia Jennings, LPC-S, I provide therapy using a person-centered approach, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma-informed care. And if the Christian faith is part of your journey, I respectfully offer the option to integrate biblical truths into our work, always guided by your comfort, needs, and preferences. I believe healing happens when we’re truly seen, heard, and supported.

You are not your worst moment, you are a story still being written.

** Accepts Aetna and Cigna **