Meaningful Pathways

Meaningful Pathways I provide counseling services for adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in addressing childhood abuse/trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.

After working in the mental health field for a little over a decade, in various settings including residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, advocacy centers, and school settings, I decided to open the doors to my own private practice - Meaningful Pathways, PLLC. Creating a space for safety and attunement, a place where perfectly imperfect is celebrated and showing up just as you are becomes easy. People often ask me why I do what I do or how, and while I admit that it is difficult at times, it's about finding light in the darkness, finding hope in the face of despair. And for me, that's my gift - I get the opportunity to walk beside someone during their most difficult time(s), I get the opportunity to see them continue to move forward, to have the ability to reflect on the past and gain both knowledge and understanding of how it has shaped them today, seeing them find the strength in their vulnerability, compassion for all parts of themselves, and the courage to show up just as they are. Therapy looks different for everyone and everyone's reason for beginning therapy is equally as different; but what is similar about all the individuals I've seen throughout the years is their strength - many times they don't see their own strength in the beginning, but believe me when I say, asking for help takes strength, and it's with that strength that we find a place for growth.

AI is a powerful and helpful tool, especially when it comes to tasks such as organizing ideas and creating outlines or d...
07/08/2026

AI is a powerful and helpful tool, especially when it comes to tasks such as organizing ideas and creating outlines or drafts. When it comes to mental health, however, its helpfulness has limitations and risks. Understanding how AI works and being aware of the risks can assist in navigating and incorporating AI in your everyday life. Two of the most important things to keep in mind when using AI are:

1) AI is designed to reinforce your perspective, not to challenge or expand — this can become extremely dangerous when users are experiencing paranoia, psychosis, and/or thoughts of violence/harm.

2) AI is designed to keep you engaged, usually done through agreement or mirroring the users language and beliefs (including providing inaccurate or fabricated information).

Below is APAs guide to navigating AI and emotional wellness.

06/30/2026
Increasing accessibility for differing abilities ❤️
06/24/2026

Increasing accessibility for differing abilities ❤️

Garner is excited to announce that we now have two WaterWheels chairs available to provide visitors with mobility challenges access to the Frio River!
WaterWheels is a floating beach wheelchair designed to help our visitors enjoy the water with more comfort and confidence.
These adaptive loaner devices help make outdoor recreation more accessible for everyone! Equipment is available to borrow at no cost.
Give us a call, email us at [email protected], or visit us at our park headquarters to check availability.

Heads up, clients… might need to find a new route to the office (coming down Oak Run from the loop will likely work best...
06/15/2026

Heads up, clients… might need to find a new route to the office (coming down Oak Run from the loop will likely work best)!

Traffic changes include southbound Oak Run Parkway being reduced to one lane for traffic traveling from the Oak Run neighborhood toward Hunters Creek. This closure is expected to last about four months. The outside westbound lane on SH 46 will be closed for about three months and the eastbound right-turn lane on SH 46 will also be closed for about three months.

Fantastic program for our community!
06/03/2026

Fantastic program for our community!

Need a lawnmower, pressure washer, or hedge trimmer? We've got you covered!

The City of New Braunfels has launched NB Tool Shed, a free equipment lending program that gives residents access to tools for yard maintenance and property upkeep. Available equipment includes:

▪️Lawnmowers
▪️Weed trimmers
▪️Leaf blowers
▪️Pressure washers
▪️And MORE!

Checking out tools from NB Tool Shed is easy! Create a free online profile at newbraunfels.gov/toolshed, complete the required forms, and reserve your equipment online. Equipment is available for pickup on Fridays and must be returned on Mondays.

🔗GET STARTED: newbraunfels.gov/toolshed

04/21/2026

Hey New Braunfels! Join your Ellie's for this wonderful event benefitting the The SIMS Foundation Supporting Musician Mental Health!

04/17/2026

UPDATE: This class is now full. Additional AWARE classes are being offered throughout the year. Visit newbraunfels.gov/nbpdoutreach to view upcoming dates and sign up.
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ORIGINAL POST: The New Braunfels Police Department is offering a free AWARE Course designed to help participants assess their surroundings, stay aware, and better understand real-world situations.

This session is designed for mothers and daughters (ages 12+) and focuses on building confidence, increasing awareness, and learning basic self-defense skills in a safe, supportive environment. One parent must attend with each child.

Class will be held May 15–17 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. each evening at the New Braunfels Police Department (3030 W. San Antonio Street).

📧Email our Community Engagement Team at [email protected] to request a spot.

03/04/2026

The City of New Braunfels is inviting residents to come together to celebrate Elana Meyers Taylor, a New Braunfels resident and 2026 Olympic Gold Medalist! 🥇 On Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 10 a.m., residents are invited to gather on the Main Plaza for a Gold Medal Parade in her honor.

The event will begin with a brief ceremony at the Bandstand on the Main Plaza. The parade procession will begin at Hill Avenue and W San Antonio Street, travel to Main Plaza and around, and back down West San Antonio Street.

Drivers should expect full road closures on the Main Plaza and surrounding side streets starting at approximately 8 a.m. and lasting for the duration of the event. Additional details will be shared in the coming days.

📸PHOTO CREDIT: James Reed Photography

“I keep looking to Minneapolis for hope because even amid crisis, people are choosing care.”
01/28/2026

“I keep looking to Minneapolis for hope because even amid crisis, people are choosing care.”

01/23/2026

Address

2810 Oak Run Pkwy, Ste 400
New Braunfels, TX
78132

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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+15129941245

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