Nancy Riascos
MA, LPC-Asociada
Supervised by Nelliana Acuña, LMFT-S
In-Person in Houston & Online Across Texas
Nancy believes therapy is most powerful when people feel safe enough to be fully honest about their experiences—and know they will be met with respect, compassion, and genuine care.
As an Afro-Latina therapist, she understands that our identities, cultures, relationships, and lived experiences shape how we experience the world and ourselves. She approaches every client with openness, curiosity, and cultural humility, recognizing that every story deserves to be understood within its own unique context.
Known for her strong presence and thoughtful approach, Nancy doesn't feel the need to fill every silence or offer immediate answers. She listens first, seeks to understand deeply, and speaks with intention. She believes that every question, every reflection, and every intervention should have a purpose. When she offers guidance, her clients know it comes from careful consideration and a sincere desire to help.
Behind her confidence is a therapist with a profound commitment to the people she serves. Nancy believes every client deserves a therapist who is fully invested in their growth. She approaches her work with dedication, thoughtful preparation, and a willingness to go the extra mile because she never loses sight of the privilege it is to be trusted with someone's story.
Approach to Therapy
I believe meaningful change begins when people feel understood.
Therapy isn't about fixing people—it's about creating a space where you can better understand yourself, your relationships, and the experiences that have shaped your life.
Together, we'll explore your strengths, challenges, and patterns with curiosity and compassion while working toward meaningful, lasting change that feels authentic to who you are.
Creating a space where honesty, courage, and genuine care lead the way to healing.
Get to Know Her
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Nancy works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in both English and Spanish.
She especially enjoys supporting people who are navigating:
• Anxiety and depression
• Trauma and difficult life experiences
• Relationship and family challenges
• Multicultural identity and belonging
• Life transitions
• Self-esteem and emotional growth
• Intercultural relationships
• Stress and emotional overwhelm
Whether you're carrying years of unspoken pain or facing a challenge that feels impossible to navigate alone, Nancy offers a thoughtful, supportive space where your story is welcomed with respect, honesty, and genuine care.
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• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), Texas
• Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy
• Afro-Latina therapist serving multicultural individuals, couples, and families
• Providing therapy in person in Houston and online throughout Texas.
• Bilingual: English & Spanish
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I believe relationships have the power to transform our lives. Whether I'm working with clients, continuing my professional development, or learning from the diverse communities I serve, I'm always striving to grow as both a therapist and a person.
One of the values that guides my work is intentionality. I don't believe every silence needs to be filled or every challenge requires an immediate answer. I believe in listening deeply, speaking thoughtfully, and showing up wholeheartedly for the people who place their trust in me. It is a privilege to walk alongside clients as they discover their own strength, resilience, and capacity for change.