Congratulations Ana Maria Bohorquez, LMSW!!
Congratulations Ana Maria Bohorquez, LMSW!!
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July 2025
Our outstanding MSW Clinical Intern has successfully earned her Masters in Social Work, and now she has passed her licensing exam. Ana Maria is now officially a Licensed Master Social Worker. We look forward to seeing where her career will take her. We are so proud.
Way to go Ana Maria!
Congratulations Bryan Evans, MSW!!
Congratulations Bryan Evans, MSW!!
June 2025
Our esteemed MSW Clinical Intern not only successfully obtained his Masters in Social Work, he also passed his LMSW licensing exam. We look forward to seeing where his career will take him. Bryan is one step closer to adding another letter to his credentials and we are so proud of him. Way to go Bryan!
2025 MSW Intern Graduation Networking Event
2025 MSW Intern Graduation Networking Event
April 2025
Last week, Empathy First Counseling proudly hosted a heartwarming networking celebration at a local community-favorite restaurant, honoring three exceptional Master of Social Work students as they completed their internships with our private practice. This inaugural event brought together a vibrant group of nearly 20 attendees, including fellow students from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work, past interns and staff, and respected community leaders invested in shaping the future of social work. It was an inspiring evening of connection, shared stories, and meaningful conversations about the impact of social work and the importance of community partnerships. We're grateful for the opportunity to celebrate these students' hard work and to build bridges that will empower the next generation of compassionate professionals.
Welcome Anika Rodriguez, LMSW
Welcome Anika Rodriguez, LMSW
May 2025
Please help us welcome Anika to the Empathy First Family. Anika completed her Master's in Social Work from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work this May.
Anika passed the LMSW exam and is a licensed Master Social Worker and is ready to work diligently to upgrade her clinical license. She will primarily provide top-quality services to our child population (under 12). Anika's passion for social justice, equity, and equality is in good company and a welcomed addition to our Empathy First family.
Happy Holidays from our family to yours
Happy Holidays from our family to yours
December 2024
Welcome univErsity of houston GCSW CLINICAL INTERNS
Welcome univErsity of houston GCSW CLINICAL INTERNS
August 2024
Empathy First values innovation and offers the most up-to-date clinical interventions to our community in partnership with the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work.
As an Alumnus himself, our Founder and CEO Max Arzola, LCSW-S welcomes the opportunity to offer a unique experience for students to explore their interests as they move forward in their careers.
See the latest addition to our team.
Congratulations Sophia Steelman, LMSW
Congratulations Sophia Steelman, LMSW
May 2024
Our wonderful Administrative Coordinator Sophia has taken the next step in her Social Work career by obtaining her Licensed Master's of Social Work from the State of Texas.
Sophia is now a licensed Social Worker, which is required to be considered a Social Worker in Texas. After a long process of earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees, and passing the ASWB Master of Social Work Examination, Sophia is now officially able to practice and deliver clinical services in Texas!
Empathy First is proud of Sophia and her dedication to our clients. We look forward to seeing where this milestone in her career takes her.
Sophia's next step is to become a Clinical Social Worker, an additional two years under clinical supervision. We are very proud of Sophia and are pleased to support her career goals as she advances further in her journey.
Sophia is excited and ready to schedule appointments.
Congratulations and welcome Jonny Melgar, LMSW
Congratulations and welcome Jonny Melgar, LMSW
May 2024
Please help us welcome Jonny to the Empathy First Family. Jonny earned his Master's in Social Work from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work.
Jonny began his social work career with Empathy First after completing his final internship for his Master's Degree and recently earned a Licensed Master's in Social Work. He will provide high-quality services and begin the process of upgrading to a clinical license (LCSW) under the supervision of Max Arzola, LCSW-S. Jonny's passion for providing quality, equitable services, especially for the Spanish-speaking community, is an excellent addition to the team.
First Annual Employee Holiday Dinner
December 2023
It's important to recognize the hard work and efforts that Empathy First employees bring to the table. So the team took some time to gather and share a meal .
Happy Holidays from Empathy First!
Congratulations Eli Sorto, BSW
Congratulations Eli Sorto, BSW
May 2023
Please help us give congratulations to our esteemed Social Work Intern, Eli Sorto as he has successfully completed his Bachelor's of Social Work program from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Jonny began his social work interests after working directly with clients as a pharmacy technician for a clinic that serves the HIV positive population in Houston.
It is our pleasure to announce that Eli has accepted our offer for him to continue his services as our intake specialist.
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