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Empathy First Mission Statement
We provide evidence-based and client-centered clinical counseling and consulting services to empower people to overcome their personal barriers and the stigma of mental healthcare.
Our Values
Empathy First is committed to helping people from all walks of life. Regardless of personal, spiritual, or social beliefs, or whether their values are traditional or non-conforming, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, or economic background, we strive for all to receive the best treatment.Â
Whether you are experiencing depression or anxiety or seeking help to maintain interpersonal relationships, we commit to helping you reach your goals with compassion and respect. We put people first and care less about a diagnosis or label. We strive to bring relief, no matter your circumstances.
Our team members are compassionate, innovative, and creative therapists who will give support during your most vulnerable times. We use a dynamic, person-centered approach and work at your desired pace.
Allow us to help you reach your full potential!
Our Founder
Max Arzola, LCSW-S, has used his Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) to treat diverse patients in the Houston area. He has done everything from facilitating group counseling for adolescents to treating a variety of conditions including HIV, PTSD, Personality Disorders, and more. He has also provided direct care utilizing his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Texas, participating in community-based homeless recovery services in Austin, Texas, to treating inpatients with acute psychosis as a graduate student.
Max has recognized the need and importance of purposeful treatment, which validates patients' experiences, makes authentic contact, and establishes empathy with their unique situations.
Our Approach to Treatment
The professional-level services provided to individuals, couples, families, as well as community groups, businesses, and organizations uses an innovative team approach while collaborating and training clinicians who value the latest developments and techniques from evidence-based academic research and client-centered care practices. This innovative approach is like none other, normalizing the experience of receiving quality mental healthcare services for all to appreciate.
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