Dr. Monique Rahman is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a professor of Professional Counseling at the University of Houston-Victoria. She graduated from Texas A&M University’s Honors Psychology program with a minor in Neuroscience, earned her graduate degree in Counselor Education with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Houston–Victoria and completed her Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision at St. Mary’s University, specializing in play therapy. She is also a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), the evidenced-based approach to therapy with children. With extensive experience in university helplines, psychiatric hospitals, community agencies, and private practices, Dr. Rahman has worked with clients in crisis, including those experiencing suicidal, homicidal, or psychotic episodes. She is also dedicated to helping individuals manage everyday stressors and empowering them to become healthier, happier versions of themselves in an attempt to prevent crises from occurring. Dr. Rahman takes a holistic approach to mental health, addressing all aspects of wellness. She works from a compassionate, inclusive and client-focused approach, advocating for proactive mental healthcare that assists clients in finding their authenticity. Her philosophy is, “If you don’t wait for a broken bone to see the doctor or for gingivitis to see the dentist, why wait for a crisis to see a counselor?” She praises her clients for taking control of their emotional health, often emphasizing that ignoring it is the "crazy" option. Monique integrates creativity, expressive arts, and engaging activities into her sessions, supporting clients across the lifespan. She is passionate about creating a supportive environment for healing, especially through play therapy for children and therapeutic support for adults. Outside of her professional roles, Monique enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, watching the latest trending TV show or movie, traveling, crafting, or enjoying a good book with a cup of tea. Clients Dr. Monique Rahman Sees: Ages: Children 2+, Adolescents/Teens, Adults Services: Individual, Play, Couples, Family Therapy Areas of Focus: Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Life Stress, Transitions, LGBTQ+, Self-Esteem, Wellness, Self-Harm, Suicide* Please note that Dr. Rahman does not accept insurance. *It should be noted that active suicidal ideation is best served by a more intensive level of care than outpatient counseling. Dr. Rahman can assist clients in assessing their level of care needed, and is happy to make recommendations for more emergent resources.