Deyanira
Ceja-Lara

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RBT, Bilingual Therapist-in-Training
Supervised by Nelliana Acuña, LMFT-S
In-Person in Houston & Online Across Texas

Deyanira believes healing often begins when we slow down long enough to understand what we’re experiencing and why.

As a bilingual Hispanic therapist-in-training, she understands how culture, family expectations, identity, language, gender, and sexuality can shape the way people experience challenges and seek support. She is especially committed to creating an affirming space for LGBTQ+ clients to explore their identities and experiences without judgment.

Deyanira brings a calm, thoughtful, and organized presence to therapy. Drawing from her experience as a Registered Behavior Technician, she especially enjoys working with children and adolescents and brings a strong understanding of behavioral change to her work. She listens carefully, asks intentional questions, and creates space for clients to explore their experiences without feeling rushed or judged.

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Approach to Therapy

Therapy can be a place to pause, reflect, and make sense of experiences that may feel confusing or overwhelming. You don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin.

Together, we’ll explore the patterns, relationships, and experiences shaping your life. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, identity concerns, relationship challenges, or a major transition, my goal is to help you gain clarity and identify practical steps toward meaningful change.

Creating a thoughtful space where understanding leads to meaningful change.

Get to Know Her

  • I enjoy working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults in both English and Spanish. I especially enjoy supporting people navigating:

    • Anxiety and overwhelming emotions

    • LGBTQ+ identities and experiences

    • Cultural identity and belonging

    • Relationship challenges

    • Family expectations

    • Life transitions

    • Self-esteem and personal growth

  • • M.Ed. Candidate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Houston (Expected May 2027)

    • B.S. in Psychology, University of Houston–Downtown, Minor in Communication Studies

    • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

    • CAMS Trained – Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicide

    • Experience supporting children with developmental and behavioral needs through Applied Behavior Analysis

    • Bilingual: English & Spanish

  • I've always been someone who prefers listening before speaking. I believe some of the most meaningful conversations begin when people feel respected enough to share their experiences at their own pace.

    Outside of therapy, I'm naturally organized, thoughtful, and always looking for opportunities to continue learning. I enjoy bringing both structure and creativity into the things I do, and I believe those qualities help me create a therapeutic space that feels steady, welcoming, and authentic.

    While I may be quiet by nature, I'm deeply committed to the people I work with and approach every therapeutic relationship with care, professionalism, and intention.

    It is a privilege to walk alongside people as they better understand themselves, strengthen their relationships, and move toward the life they want to build.

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