Meet Our Therapists in New Braunfels, TX
Behind every session is a compassionate professional dedicated to guiding you through your mental health journey. Discover the licensed psychologists, counselors, and specialists who make Riverbend Counseling a safe space for healing.
Our Team of Experts
Experienced. Licensed. Caring.
Each therapist at Riverbend Counseling is carefully selected for their expertise, empathy, and commitment to client well-being.
Jay Jeter, LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in anxiety, OCD, anger, and alcohol-related concerns, offering calm, structured support that helps clients understand their patterns, build emotional steadiness, and create practical, lasting change.
Karly Kothmann, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Provides support for relationship strain, emotional overwhelm, grief, and life transitions, helping individuals, couples, and families rebuild communication and move toward greater clarity, connection, and stability.
Michael Wong, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in anxiety, OCD, trauma, mood concerns, ADHD, and grief, using an integrative, evidence-based approach to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and relate differently to their thoughts and emotions.
Karen D. Jennett, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in relationship conflict, discernment counseling, separation, and co-parenting, providing grounded, compassionate guidance to help clients gain clarity, navigate difficult decisions, and move forward with confidence.
Dr. Allison Stewart, PsyD.
Licensed Psychologist
Brings over 30 years of experience supporting clients of all ages through trauma, abuse recovery, mood disorders, grief, and addiction, offering steady, integrative care focused on long-term healing and whole-person wellbeing.
Julie Ross, LPC-Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializes in anxiety, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions, offering a warm, CBT- and DBT-informed approach that helps clients understand patterns, build skills, and navigate change with greater clarity and confidence.
Kat Kaatz
Clinically Supervised Graduate Intern
Kat Kaatz is a clinically supervised graduate intern who offers a warm, culturally aware, and non-judgmental space to help clients navigate life transitions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and emotional overwhelm with clarity and confidence.
Tia Wigley, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Jay Jeter, LPC-S
A compassionate, client-centered approach helps children, adolescents, and individuals heal from anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with confidence and clarity.
Valerie Hubbard, LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
Steady, compassionate guidance for women facing hormonal changes, special needs parents, and teens through the challenges no one prepares you for.
Kenzi Gray, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Jay Jeter, LPC-S
Therapy for teens, young adults, and adults who feel stuck or unsure where they fit, including anxiety, self-esteem, identity, neurodivergence, and LGBTQ+ concerns.
Our Services
Whether you need personal therapy, family counseling, or preventive care, our professional team is here to guide you.
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Areas of Expertise
What Our Therapists Can Help With
At Riverbend Counseling, we understand that every individual’s journey to mental wellness is unique. That’s why our team of licensed psychologists and counselors specialize in a wide range of therapeutic areas. Whether you’re navigating everyday stress, recovering from trauma, or seeking guidance for personal growth, we’re here to provide professional, compassionate care tailored to your needs.
Our expertise includes:
Anxiety & Stress Management
Helping you develop healthier coping strategies to regain balance in daily life.
Depression Support
Providing a safe space to explore emotions and build a path toward renewed energy and purpose.
Couples & Family Therapy
Strengthening communication, trust, and harmony within relationships.
OCD & Anxiety Treatment
Specialized OCD and Anxiety treatment with ERP and both outpatient and intensive options through The OCD Clinics partnership.
Anger Management
Offers supportive anger management groups that help you manage anger more effectively and create healthier patterns.
Support Groups
Our OCD Support Group meets monthly and welcomes new members seeking connection, understanding, and support.
Our values
What We Stand For
At Riverbend Counseling, we make the process simple and supportive. From the very first step, our goal is to guide you toward a healthier, happier mind with clarity and care.
Compassion
Every client is treated with empathy and genuine care.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
Inclusivity
Excellence
Why Choose Riverbend Counseling
A Trusted Partner in Your Journey
We combine professional expertise with empathy to ensure every client feels heard, understood, and supported. With evidence-based approaches and personalized care, Riverbend Counseling stands as a trusted partner in your mental health journey.
Years in New Braunfels
Licensed Psychologists & Counselors
Get guidance from certified professionals dedicated to your well-being.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Therapy tailored to your unique needs and personal goals.
Confidential & Safe Environment
Your privacy is our priority, creating space for open healing.
Flexible Online & In-Person Sessions
Choose what works best for you—accessible, convenient, and supportive for Texans.