Helping you find balance, healing, and purpose.
It's Time to Get Back to You.
You've spent so much of your life taking care of everyone else—your family, your career, your relationships, and your responsibilities. Somewhere along the way, you may have stopped making space for yourself. If you're feeling overwhelmed, constantly anxious, emotionally exhausted, or wondering where the version of yourself you once knew has gone, you're not alone. Therapy can help you slow down, reconnect with who you are, and begin creating a life that feels more balanced, peaceful, and fulfilling.
At Pathway to Inner Healing Counseling, we specialize in helping high-achieving women, working moms, mompreneurs, and individuals navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, postpartum challenges, and life transitions. Led by Dr. Norma S. Reyes, PhD, LPC-S, our team of compassionate, culturally responsive therapists believes healing begins with feeling truly seen, heard, and understood. We combine evidence-based therapy with a warm, collaborative, and holistic approach that empowers you to move beyond simply coping toward living with greater intention, confidence, and joy.
Because healing often extends beyond the individual, we also provide therapy for children (10+), teens, adults, couples, and families. Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, we'll meet you where you are and walk alongside you every step of the way. We proudly offer in-person therapy from our welcoming office in Schertz, Texas—serving clients from Cibolo, Selma, Universal City, Converse, Marion, and the surrounding Northeast San Antonio communities—as well as secure virtual therapy throughout Texas.
We believe quality mental health care should be accessible and straightforward. Our clinicians accept a variety of insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, and Curative, depending on the provider. We also offer affordable private pay options for clients seeking greater flexibility, privacy, or personalized care. If you don't see your insurance listed, contact us, we're happy to verify your benefits and help you find the therapist and payment option that's the best fit for your needs.
Whether this is your first experience with therapy or you're returning after time away, our hope is that you'll find more than just support here. We hope you'll find a place where you can exhale, rediscover yourself, and believe that meaningful change is possible.
Counseling Services for Every Season of Life
No matter where you are in your journey, therapy can provide a space to pause, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Our team offers compassionate, evidence-based counseling tailored to your unique needs, goals, and stage of life.
For High-Achieving Women
You've spent years taking care of everyone else while putting your own needs on hold. Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, or a major life transition, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, quiet the constant mental load, and create a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.
For Working Moms & Mompreneurs
Motherhood is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting, work, and everything in between, we'll help you find practical tools, healthier boundaries, and the support you need to stop surviving and start enjoying this season of life.
For Children & Teens (10+)
Growing up comes with unique challenges. We help children and teens build confidence, develop healthy coping skills, manage anxiety, strengthen emotional resilience, and navigate school, friendships, family changes, and life's transitions in a supportive environment.
For Couples & Families
Healthy relationships take intention. Whether you're navigating communication challenges, parenting concerns, family conflict, or major life changes, therapy can help strengthen connection, improve understanding, and create healthier patterns for moving forward together.
For Every Step of Your Healing Journey
Whether you're beginning therapy for the first time or returning to continue your growth, we're here to meet you with compassion, practical tools, and a safe space to process, heal, and rediscover the version of yourself you've been missing.
Therapy is a space where you can finally pause, be heard, reconnect with yourself, and remember that your healing matters, too.
Begin Your Healing Journey
How We Support You
Anxiety, Stress & Life Transitions for Women
When you're constantly overthinking, carrying everyone else's needs, or wondering how much longer you can keep doing it all, therapy can help you slow down, find clarity, and reconnect with yourself. We support high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, self-doubt, and life's many transitions with practical tools and compassionate care.
Therapy for Children & Teens (10+)
Growing up comes with unique pressures, and young people deserve a safe space to process them. We help children and teens build confidence, manage anxiety and everyday stress, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthy coping skills that support them both now and in the future.
Therapy for Working Moms & Mompreneurs
Balancing motherhood, work, relationships, and your own well-being isn't easy. Whether you're feeling emotionally exhausted, struggling with the invisible mental load, or trying to rediscover who you are beyond your responsibilities, we'll help you create healthier boundaries, reduce overwhelm, and build a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.
Family & Generational Healing
Families face challenges at every stage of life. We help children, teens, parents, and families improve communication, strengthen relationships, navigate conflict, and break generational patterns so every family member can feel more connected, understood, and supported.
Anxiety, Stress & Life Transitions for Women
When you're constantly overthinking, carrying everyone else's needs, or wondering how much longer you can keep doing it all, therapy can help you slow down, find clarity, and reconnect with yourself. We support high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, self-doubt, and life's many transitions with practical tools and compassionate care.
Our Specialties
At Pathway to Inner Healing Counseling, we help women move beyond simply getting through the day and begin living with greater peace, confidence, and intention. Our team specializes in supporting high-achieving women, working moms, mompreneurs, and families who are navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and the many demands of balancing career, relationships, and family.
Whether you're entering a new season of life, preparing for motherhood, adjusting after having a baby, redefining your identity, or simply feeling exhausted from carrying everyone else's needs, therapy offers a space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and create lasting change.
Together, we help clients move from constant overthinking, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion to feeling more grounded, empowered, and connected to the life they want to live.
Our Areas of Focus
Anxiety, Stress & Burnout
Find relief from constant worry, overwhelm, perfectionism, and the pressure to keep doing it all. Together, we'll build practical coping skills while addressing the deeper patterns contributing to anxiety and emotional exhaustion.
High-Achieving Women, Working Moms & Mompreneurs
You spend so much time caring for others, meeting deadlines, and juggling responsibilities that it's easy to lose yourself along the way. Therapy provides space to reconnect with who you are beyond your roles and responsibilities while creating healthier boundaries and a more sustainable balance.
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Maternal Mental Health
From family planning and pregnancy to postpartum recovery and the evolving identity of motherhood, we provide compassionate support through every stage of your maternal journey, helping you navigate emotional changes with confidence and self-compassion.
Life Transitions & Personal Growth
Whether you're changing careers, navigating relationships, becoming a parent, experiencing an empty nest, or simply feeling ready for something different, we're here to help you move through life's transitions with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.
Family Counseling & Generational Healing
Healthy families aren't perfect—they continue learning and growing together. We help children (10+), teens, adults, and families strengthen communication, resolve conflict, and break generational patterns to build healthier relationships for years to come.
Rediscovering Yourself
One of the greatest gifts therapy can offer is the opportunity to reconnect with yourself. We provide a supportive, culturally responsive, and judgment-free space where you can process your experiences, discover what truly matters to you, and build a life that feels authentic, balanced, and fulfilling.
Whether you're looking for in-person therapy in Schertz, Cibolo, Selma, Universal City, Converse, or the surrounding Northeast San Antonio communities—or prefer the convenience of virtual therapy anywhere in Texas—we're here to support you every step of the way.
Ready to Take the First Step?
You don't have to keep carrying everything on your own. Schedule your first appointment today, and let's begin creating the life you deserve—one where you're no longer just surviving, but truly living.
About Elizabeth Vela
Elizabeth Vela, MS, LPC-Associate
Bilingual Therapist (English & Spanish)
Supervised by Dr. Norma S. Reyes, PhD, LPC-S
Elizabeth Vela provides a warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive approach to therapy, creating a space where clients of all ages feel welcomed, supported, and understood. She believes healing begins when people feel safe enough to be themselves and know they don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. With compassion, curiosity, and respect for each person's unique story, Elizabeth partners with clients to build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Who Elizabeth Works With
Elizabeth provides therapy for:
Children (10+)
Teens & Adolescents
Adults
Families
She supports clients experiencing:
Anxiety and chronic stress
Depression and emotional overwhelm
Life transitions and adjustment challenges
Family conflict and relationship concerns
Self-esteem and emotional growth
Elizabeth also has extensive experience working with immigrants, refugees, and multicultural families, providing culturally affirming care in both English and Spanish so clients can communicate in the language that feels most comfortable and authentic.
Elizabeth's Approach
Elizabeth believes therapy is a collaborative journey where clients are met with compassion, acceptance, and hope. She uses a Person-Centered approach while integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to help clients better understand themselves, navigate life's challenges, and develop healthy tools for lasting emotional well-being.
Whether she's working with a child learning to express big emotions, a teen navigating life's pressures, an adult managing anxiety, or a family seeking stronger relationships, Elizabeth's goal is to help every client feel empowered, connected, and confident in their ability to move forward.
Rates & Insurance
Elizabeth provides in-person therapy from our welcoming office in Schertz, Texas, conveniently serving clients from Cibolo, Selma, Universal City, Converse, Marion, and the surrounding Northeast San Antonio communities. She also offers secure virtual therapy for clients throughout Texas.
Private Pay
Individual Therapy: $85
Family Therapy: $100
Insurance Accepted
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Cigna/Evernorth
Curative
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're looking for support for yourself, your child, or your family, Elizabeth is here to help you take the next step toward healing. Schedule your first appointment today and begin building the tools, confidence, and support you deserve.
About Briana Puente
Briana Puente, MA, NCC, LPC-Associate
Supervised by LaVonne Dyste, LPC-S
Briana Puente brings a warm, authentic, and compassionate approach to therapy, creating a space where clients can show up exactly as they are. Known for her calm, grounded presence, Briana helps clients feel safe, heard, and supported from the very first session. She believes healing begins with genuine connection and provides a welcoming environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment.
Who Briana Works With
Briana provides therapy for:
Teens
Adults
Couples
She supports clients experiencing:
Anxiety and chronic stress
Depression and emotional overwhelm
Relationship and communication challenges
Life transitions and personal growth
Self-esteem and emotional healing
Briana is especially passionate about working with individuals and couples who feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to begin. Whether you're navigating a difficult season, facing relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, she offers a supportive space to gain perspective, build practical coping skills, and reconnect with yourself.
Briana's Approach
Briana believes therapy is a collaborative journey built on trust, curiosity, and compassion. She meets clients where they are, helping them better understand the patterns that may be keeping them stuck while empowering them to move forward at a pace that feels right for them. Her approach encourages self-awareness, emotional growth, and lasting change through meaningful conversations and practical tools that clients can apply in everyday life.
She believes healing doesn't erase your story—it transforms your relationship with it. As clients begin to understand themselves with greater compassion, they develop deeper confidence, healthier relationships, and a stronger connection to who they truly are.
Rates & Insurance
Briana provides in-person therapy from our welcoming office in Schertz, Texas, serving clients throughout Cibolo, Selma, Universal City, Converse, Marion, and the surrounding Northeast San Antonio communities. She also offers secure virtual therapy for clients across Texas.
Private Pay
Individual Therapy: $85
Couples Therapy: $100
Insurance Accepted
Aetna
Curative
Ready to Get Started?
If you're ready to feel more grounded, supported, and connected to yourself, Briana is here to help. Schedule your first appointment today and take the next step toward meaningful healing and lasting growth.
About Dr. Norma Reyes
A Safe Space for Healing, Clarity & Reconnection
Hi, I’m Dr. Norma Reyes — a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S) dedicated to providing a safe, supportive space for adults to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. I specialize in helping high-achieving women, working moms, mompreneurs, and first-generation professionals move through anxiety, burnout, generational patterns, family dynamics, and life transitions with compassion, clarity, and practical support.
My passion lies in helping clients move out of survival mode and into a more grounded, intentional way of living—where you feel more connected to yourself, your needs, and the life you’re building.
As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Spanish, I am honored to serve people of color and diverse communities with deep respect, cultural humility, and understanding. Whether you’re seeking in-person therapy near Schertz and Cibolo, Texas, or virtual counseling anywhere across the state, I’m here to support you in creating meaningful, sustainable change.
My Approach to Therapy
I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to reconnect with yourself.
Evidence-Informed & Practical Support: I integrate Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based approaches to help you build insight, emotional regulation, and practical tools for everyday life.
Holistic & Reflective Healing: For clients who desire a deeper level of exploration, I also incorporate holistic and meaning-centered practices that support self-awareness, intuition, and personal growth in a way that feels aligned and grounded.
Clinical Training & Foundation: I hold a Doctorate in Adult, Professional, & Community Education from Texas State University and a Master’s in Counseling from Texas A&M University–San Antonio.
Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, redefining success, healing from long-standing patterns, or simply trying to feel like yourself again, I am here to support you in building a life that feels more balanced, connected, and aligned with who you truly are.
Integrative & Intuitive Tools
In addition to evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I also honor the role that meaning-making, reflection, and personal belief systems can play in the healing process. Emerging research in psychotherapy and clinical practice supports the integration of culturally responsive and meaning-centered approaches—including reflective and symbolic practices—when they are used ethically and in alignment with a client’s worldview. For some individuals, these holistic and intuitive tools can offer an additional layer of insight, grounding, and self-awareness, especially during times of transition, uncertainty, or personal growth.
These approaches are always optional and are only used when they align with your values, comfort level, and goals for therapy. All tools and interventions are used within the scope of my clinical training and ethical practice standards, and are never imposed. When appropriate, they are integrated in a collaborative and supportive way to enhance clarity, insight, and emotional understanding.
How These Tools May Be Incorporated
Reflective Use of Moon Cycles
For some clients, moon phases may be used as a symbolic framework for reflection, helping support intention-setting, emotional awareness, or the process of letting go of patterns that no longer feel helpful.
Astrology for Self-Understanding (Optional)
When aligned with a client’s interest and belief system, a birth chart may be used as a reflective and narrative tool to explore emotional patterns, relational dynamics, and personal strengths. This is used strictly for insight and self-reflection, not prediction, diagnosis, or decision-making.
Grounding & Ritual-Based Practices
When clients are experiencing stress, overwhelm, or emotional disconnection, we may incorporate grounding strategies such as breathwork, journaling, visualization, or reflective tools (such as card pulls) to support emotional regulation and reconnection with self.
Seasonal & Cyclical Awareness
We may also explore how seasonal shifts, life phases, and natural cycles can influence mood, energy, and emotional patterns, supporting greater self-awareness and intentional self-care.
A Note on Integrative Practices
These tools are never required and are only incorporated when they feel supportive, meaningful, and aligned with your personal values. Therapy always remains grounded in your goals, your comfort, and your well-being. My role is to provide clinically sound options rooted in training and ethical practice—not direction—so that your healing process feels safe, empowering, and fully your own.
Clinical Supervision for LPC Associates
As As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), Dr. Norma Reyes provides structured, supportive, and developmentally focused supervision for LPC Associates in Texas working toward full licensure.
Her supervision approach is collaborative, reflective, and growth-oriented, supporting clinicians as they move from training into confident, independent practice. Dr. Reyes emphasizes both clinical competence and authentic professional identity development, helping associates build a strong ethical foundation while also discovering their own therapeutic voice and style.
What Your Supervision Experience Includes
Consistent Clinical Support & Growth
Weekly individual or dyadic supervision tailored to your caseload, clinical needs, and licensure requirements.
Ethical & Clinical Development
Focused support in case conceptualization, ethical decision-making, treatment planning, and clinical skill-building grounded in best practices.
Professional Identity Formation
Guidance in developing your unique therapeutic style, identifying your clinical strengths, and clarifying your long-term professional direction.
Real-World Practice Readiness
Insight into the realities of working in outpatient private practice, including client engagement, documentation, boundaries, and maintaining clinician wellness.
Supportive, Culturally Responsive Mentorship
A supervision environment that values authenticity, reflection, and cultural humility while preparing you to serve diverse client populations with confidence and care.
Whether you are seeking in-person supervision near Schertz and Cibolo, Texas, or virtual supervision anywhere in the state, Dr. Reyes is committed to helping you build a strong, ethical, and sustainable foundation for your career as a clinician.
