Providers
Your Care in One Place
Our team of professional providers are here to help
WellMind takes an integrated approach to your care with the ability to provide care for all your psychological needs. We have therapists who specialize in certain conditions and all have been trained in EMDR Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Sand-Tray Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy; taking a trauma-informed approach to your treatment. We also have team members who are trained in family therapy and couples counseling. Our psychometricians are highly training in administering psychological assessments. In addition, we offer bio- and neurofeedback to accompany your treatment needs.
licensed clinical social worker
Kristen Weindorf is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who’s focus is on crisis intervention, trauma, survivors of domestic abuse, neglect, depression, anxiety, and substance use. She is trained in EMDR therapy and has worked on the crisis intervention team in El Paso community mental health for the previous 7 years.
Kristen is available for new clients virtually. She has the skills and intuition in making your virtual therapy session work just as well as in-person therapy.
licensed professional counselor
Guadalupe (Lupita) Peña is a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and has over fifteen
years of experience in the mental health field as a provider and educator. She holds a Master’s degree in
Counseling from Webster University as well as a Bachelor’s in Social Psychology from Park University.
Lupita is available for new clients in person and virtually. She has knowledge and enjoys working with families, couples, individuals, adolescents, children and the geriatric population. Some of her training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
licensed professional counselor
Mrs. Hernandez is a fully licensed provider, bilingual in both English and Spanish. She works with individuals, couples, and families with a background in academia and counseling. Her training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, and Trauma. She is currently working toward certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
licensed clinical social worker - supervisor
Mrs. Giovas is a bilingual fully licensed provider treating individuals, families, and couples. She provides a unique and valuable experience for couples and individuals! She is trained in trauma, anxiety, depression, dissociative disorders, and works very well with teens and families. She is trained in Gottman Couples Counseling and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She also is certified in EMDR therapy and is a certified specialist in EMDR-Sand Tray Therapy.
Licensed Master Social Worker
“When you connect to the heart of a child, everything is possible.” -Karen Purvis.
The words of Karen Purvis have inpspired Marissa Blankenship’s commitment and passion in helping families, children, and teens. Marissa is a Licensed Master Social Worker and uses Trust-Based Relational Interventions (TBRI) amongst other modalities to help families learn to communicate and trust one another, while improving positive behaviors at home, at school, and in the community.
licensed clinical social worker
Mrs. Mitchell is a trauma-informed therapist providing individual and family therapy. She offers longer sessions and specializes in PTSD, grief, moral injury, and depression.
She provides in depth therapy via telehealth with excellent reviews from our clients!
Doctoral resident
Mrs. Meléndez Valero is a doctoral resident completing her required experience at WellMind and will complete her Doctoral degree (Psy.D) in October 2022 from Carlos Albizu University in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She’s already accomplished two Masters; one in Clinical Psychology and the other in Educational Neuroscience.
licensed master social worker
Alexis Bruce is a bilingual therapist and a Licensed Master of Social Worker since 2014. She is currently working on becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and has experience with chronic illness, mental illness, substance use, and domestic violence. She is experienced in working with adolescents, families, adults and the elderly. Mrs. Bruce is also trained in EMDR therapy.
licensed professional counselor, associate
Caitlin Hill is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and is working towards full licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is a proud Veteran of the United States Army and a proud Army wife. She knows firsthand what both sides entail. She has experience working with Veterans and their families, teens and children and adolescents. Mrs. Hill is trained in EMDR Therapy.
psychometrician
Mrs. Bobbie Juaneza graduated with a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology in May 2022 from Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. She also obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Fort Hays State University. She conducts psychological assessments at WellMind under the supervision of Dr. Johnson.
Postdoctoral resident
Licensed clinical social worker
Alicia Richmond is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both NY and Texas. She is a proud Veteran of the United States Army and knows first hand what our veterans are exposed to from combat exposure to moral injury.
Alicia is trained in EMDR Therapy, DBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and is passionate about helping those with acute to complex traumatic experiences.
licensed master social worker
Mrs. Maribel De La O is a bilingual Master Social Worker Licensed in Texas and New Mexico. She is actively working on becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Mrs. De La O serves children, adolescents and adults. She has experience working with Veterans and their families, the homeless population, and children and adolescents in school settings.