Trauma Therapist for Anxiety and First-Gen Professionals in Texas
You’ve always carried more than most. Now it’s time to let some of it go.
I’m Johanna Torres, MS, LPC-Supervisor—founder of Saname Counseling and a trauma therapist for anxiety and first-gen professionals. I help high-functioning adults finally get relief from burnout, self-doubt, and the pressure to keep it all together. Whether you’re the “strong one,” the cycle-breaker, or the perfectionist in your family or field, you’re in the right place.
Therapy for Anxiety and First-Gen Clients: Deep, Affirming, and Action-Oriented
At Saname Counseling, I offer trauma-informed therapy that’s equal parts compassionate and practical. We’ll address what’s urgent—anxiety, overwhelm, relational stress—while also healing the deeper patterns behind it all. My sessions blend warmth with clinical expertise, using EMDR, somatic work, and mind-body interventions to foster lasting change.
Ideal Clients for Trauma Therapy: Anxiety, First-Gen, and More
I specialize in therapy for adults who are:
First-generation professionals and college graduates
High-achieving, perfectionistic, and self-critical
Over-functioning while quietly struggling with burnout, shame, or trauma
Anxious, hyper-independent, or stuck in old relationship dynamics
Survivors of childhood trauma, emotional neglect, or betrayal
Experiencing life transitions, grief, or cultural identity stress
Feeling responsible for everyone else—but ready to prioritize themselves
What First-Gen Clients with Anxiety Can Expect from Therapy
In our work together, you’ll learn to:
Set healthy boundaries without guilt
Navigate anxiety, people-pleasing, and overthinking
Process trauma through EMDR and attachment-focused therapy
Feel less alone in your first-gen or cultural experience
Reconnect with your needs, your body, and your sense of self
Build a life rooted in clarity, confidence, and rest—not just survival
Credentials & Training
MS in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (Texas), License #73597
EMDR Trained Clinician, since 2017
Certified in CBT, DBT, and Somatic trauma treatments (2024)
Specialized training in OCD, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, and Phobias
10+ years of clinical experience in therapy, supervision, and leadership
Additional Services Offered:
- Disability Letters
- Gender Affirming Care Letters
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- Supervision for LPC Associates
- Business Consultations for Therapists
Why I Started Saname Counseling
As a trauma therapist for anxiety and first-gen professionals, I created Saname Counseling to meet the mental health needs I once searched for myself. I’ve built a practice rooted in belonging, community, growth, and excellence—and those values shape everything we do.
My clinical work has been recognized across South Texas, and I’ve had the honor of receiving awards such as the Corpus Christi 40 Under 40 and the Circle of Pride Award for advocacy and leadership. I bring the same heart and integrity into every therapy session.