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Stacy Hooper, MS, NCC, LPC, LMFT Associate Founder
Supervised by Kristi Phillips, LMFT-S 

Manuela Vargas, MS, LPC
Adult Trauma Therapist
Founder, LIV Counseling, LLC

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As a Corpus Christi native, U.S. Army veteran, therapist, spouse, and mother of four, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to balance relationships, responsibilities, emotional stress, and personal wellbeing. My experiences both personally and professionally have shaped my passion for creating a supportive, down-to-earth space where clients feel genuinely understood and accepted.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and a Master of Science in Counseling Education with a specialization in Marriage and Family Counseling. Throughout my career, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, parents, military families, veterans, and individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.

My therapeutic approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), family systems perspectives, and Gottman Method principles for couples counseling. I especially value working with individuals who experience or view the world differently, including many clients who identify as neurodiverse, and I strive to create a therapeutic environment where all perspectives are respected, supported, and valued.

At the core of my work is the belief that healing happens through connection, honesty, and feeling safe enough to be fully human. I am committed to helping clients build insight, resilience, healthier relationships, and meaningful change while navigating life’s challenges with compassion and authenticity.

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Manuela is a Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of LIV Counseling, LLC. She specializes in working with adult women and men navigating trauma, PTSD, attachment wounds, anxiety, emotional distress, and life transitions.

Founded in 2021, LIV Counseling was created from Manuela's passion for helping individuals who feel disconnected, emotionally overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. She believes meaningful healing begins by creating a space where clients feel safe, supported, and empowered to explore difficult experiences while building a more fulfilling life.

Drawing from both her Mexican heritage and American upbringing, Mani brings a culturally informed and authentic perspective to her work. She values honesty, commitment, and communication and strives to build strong therapeutic relationships rooted in trust and respect.

Mani utilizes evidence-based approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Her work focuses on helping clients process traumatic experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, improve daily functioning, and move toward lasting growth and healing.

Providing in-person services at the Remedy Counseling Corpus Christi office on Saturdays, with additional virtual appointments available through LIV Counseling, LLC.

Areas of Focus 
  • Trauma & PTSD

  • Attachment Wounds

  • Anxiety

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Life Transitions

  • Adult Mental Health

  • PTSD Diagnostic Evaluations

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Contact Mani Directly
📞 361-317-6362

📧 counseling@livcounselor.com

🌐 livcounselor.com

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