Passionate about helping you grow and heal

Mission

Grounded Healing and Wellness strives to help others become in touch with the worthiness and wholeness of their Self.

Focusing on the present moment with goal oriented interventions we aim to increase each clients ability to listen to their body and mind while they learn to trust themselves regardless of feelings, thoughts, expectations, beliefs, or attitudes.

We are inclusive therapists who strive to provide a positive environment to all people and bodies who are deserving of culturally responsive and affirming care.

 

Meet Danielle

She/Her

Danielle Gardea practices under the belief that the greatest healing and self-awareness can come from first connecting to ourselves. By using techniques from the therapy model Solution Focused Therapy she incorporates existing strengths and resources into each client’s process of healing. She strives to empower clients with tools that help focus on the here and now, be in the present moment with mindfulness skills and help increase a sense of clarity when in threatening situations. She provides insight on how the brain and body respond to threats to help increase awareness of emotions and what the body may be experiencing. Danielle aims to provide a safe, affirming, culturally sensitive, relatable, and supportive environment with trauma informed care and unconditional positive regard.

Danielle is available in person or through virtual Telehealth sessions for adults 18 and over.

Clinical Director/Owner

Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) Texas

Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC) New Mexico

Our Lady of the Lake University MS Counseling Psychology

Areas of specialty

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Relationships Issues

  • Grief

  • Life Transitions/Adjustments

  • Trauma

  • Women's Issues

  • Pregnancy, Pre-Natal, Postpartum

  • LGBTQ+

  • Interpersonal Conflicts

  • People Pleasing

  • Stress

  • Self-esteem

  • Therapist Counseling

  • Multicultural Awareness

Meet Lydia

She/her

Lydia practices with a strong belief that clients possess the power to transform their lives with the right therapeutic tools. A former educator of nine years, Lydia has worked with many children and adolescents and believes that a successful therapeutic relationship begins with building rapport. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, Lydia teaches clients to learn about how their thoughts, whether positive or negative, affect their emotions and actions in their daily lives. Lydia’s person-centered approach, use of mindfulness and positive psychology, focuses on the client and teaches the client to use their own mind and body for personal healing. Lydia strives to provide her clients with safe, affirming, and culturally-sensitive care.

Lydia is available for in-person or virtual Telehealth sessions for adolescents and adults. 

Lydia Sosa, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Texas

University of Texas at El Paso MS Mental Health Counseling

Areas of specialty

  • Coping Skills

  • Depression

  • Life Transitions

  • Anger Management

  • Anxiety

  • Domestic Violence

  • Woman’s Issues

  • Peer relationships

  • School Issues

  • Self-esteem

  • Stress

  • LGBTQ+

  • Teen Violence

Meet Savannah

She/her

Savannah follows a holistic therapeutic approach that places emphasis on an individuals physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. She believes providing a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment can foster deep self-reflection,  personal growth and long term healing. By incorporating the use of mindfulness and client-centered techniques she believes clients can develop the innate skills  necessary to address the root cause to many of life’s challenges. With a wide array of experience ranging  from trauma & crisis, family relationships, and life transitions. Savannah utilizes cognitive behavioral and solution focus strategies to empower clients and is committed to providing those who work with her the tools necessary for a successful counseling experience. 

Savannah is available for in-person or Virtual Telehealth sessions for Couples, Adults, Teens and Children 13+

Savannah can communicate in American Sign Language (ASL) for Deaf client needs. 

“You are the sky, everything else is just the weather”- Pema Chödrön

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Texas & Alabama

California State University Sacramento (MS) Rehabilitation Counseling

Grand Canyon University (Certification) Marriage and Family Therapy

Areas of specialty

  • Co-Parenting

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Self-esteem

  • Family Conflict

  • Coping Skills

  • Self-harm and Suicidal Thoughts

  • Relationship & Marital Issues

  • Stress

  • ADHD

  • Mood Disorders

  • Childhood Development

  • Emotional Management Issues

  • Future Planning

  • Life Transitions/Adjustments

  • Military Culture Awareness

  • Multicultural Awareness

Meet Steve

He/Him

Steve’s approach to counseling begins with asking three questions: What is working well? What are you currently worried about? What needs to change? His primary counseling style is Solution Focused Therapy, in which he focuses on the present and what can be done in the immediate future to address the problem at hand. Whether this is your first experience with counseling or you’ve gone through counseling before, he is here to work with you, support you, and help you address your goals and needs. Steve’s goal is to create a safe environment where you can feel free to open up and explore what is affecting you now, what has worked for you before, and what can be done to make the situation better.

Steve is available for virtual Telehealth sessions for adults and teens.

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Texas

Our Lady of the Lake University MS Counseling Psychology

Areas of specialty

  • Adoption

  • Coping Skills

  • Depression

  • Life Transitions

  • Family Conflict

  • Anxiety

  • Domestic Violence

  • Men’s Issues

  • Relationship Issues

  • Stress

  • Addiction

Meet Jopy

He/him

I’d like to introduce Jopy Baker, a Licensed Professional Counselor hailing from Northeast El Paso, Tx. He proudly represents his alma mater Chapin High School and The University of Texas at El Paso where he completed his formal education, earning a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2015. Specializing primarily in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with an integration of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Jopy's unique approach is distinguished by his unwavering belief in the profound link between mental and physical well-being, which serves as a guiding principle in his practice. In his office, clients are welcomed into a relaxed environment where traditional formalities are shed in favor of accessibility and comfort. With humor as a therapeutic tool, Jopy fosters laughter not just as an enjoyable experience but as an essential component of the healing journey.

Jopy is available for in-person or Virtual Telehealth sessions for 18+ individuals

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Texas

University of Texas at El Paso (MS) Rehabilitation Counseling

Areas of specialty

  • Anxiety

  • Career Counseling

  • Self-esteem

  • Family Conflict

  • Coping Skills

  • Drug Abuse

  • Relationship Issues

  • Stress

  • Grief

  • Mood Disorders

  • Life Transitions/Adjustments

  • Peer Relationships

  • Spirituality

  • Sports Performance

  • Thinking Disorders

Meet Aisha

She/her

Aisha was born in El Paso. She became interested in mental and physical health as a teenager. After graduating from Silva Magnet High School, she received an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from El Paso Community College. Following her interest in mental and physical health, she attended New Mexico State University studying Human Nutrition and Dietetics and the University of Texas at El Paso, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Promotion and a Minor in Chemistry. During her studies, she realized her passion to promote overall physical wellness by nurturing and healing mental health. This led her to complete the Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at El Paso. During her studies, Aisha participated in promoting mental health through numerous community events while leading the Upsilon Tau Epsilon National Honor Society as President. Aisha’s therapy interests include Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, Schema Therapy and Complex Trauma. Using multiple practice modalities, Aisha serves as a guide creating a healing environment and a supportive space to promote self-discovery and awareness of feelings without judgment.

Aisha is available through virtual Telehealth sessions for adults 18 and over.

Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) Texas Supervised by Sonia Cortez, MS, LPC-S

University of Texas at El Paso (MS) Mental Health Counseling

Areas of specialty

  • Trauma

  • Coping Skills

  • Sleep Disorders

  • Women's Health

  • Women's Issues

  • Anxiety

  • Relationship Issues

  • Life Transitions/Adjustments

  • Self-esteem

  • Peer Relationships

  • Family Conflict

  • Grief

  • Depression

Meet Heidi

She/Her

Heidi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s in Public Administration, and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). With nearly two decades of combined experience in the financial industry, human resources, and management, she brings a well-rounded perspective to her counseling work. Helping others has always been her true calling, which inspired her to pursue a career in mental health where she discovered her purpose. Outside of counseling, Heidi enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, and watching movies.

Her counseling approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, drawing primarily from evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and person-centered therapy. Heidi is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered and supported. She works collaboratively with clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, helping them gain insights and move closer to their goals. Heidi considers it a privilege to journey alongside her clients as they learn, grow, and navigate life.

For those interested in working with Heidi, the administrative team is available by phone or email to assist with the next steps. She is honored to support clients on their path to healing and looks forward to beginning the journey together.

Heidi is available for sessions 18+

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-Associate) Texas Supervised by Danielle Gardea, MS, LPC-S

University of Texas at El Paso (MS) Rehabilitation Counseling

Areas of specialty

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Self-esteem

  • Co-Dependency

  • Life Transitions/Adjustments

  • Stress Management

  • Coping Skills

  • Sports Performance

Meet Mini

Our In-House "Therapy Dog"

Mini is more than just a dog—she’s a symbol of resilience and healing. Having been through many challenges in her life, some visible and some not, she serves as a gentle reminder of what’s possible through patience and compassion.

Mini loves cuddling with our therapists, offering comfort and warmth, and if you’re lucky, she’ll hop down to greet you with a gentle hello. Her presence brings calm and connection, making her a beloved part of our team.