Angela Jourdain

Angela Marie Jourdain's career is a testament to her deep-rooted resilience and unwavering commitment to fostering societal change through her work in counseling and advocacy. At the helm of Haven of Hope Counseling Center, where she is the Clinic Director and Owner, she has spent over a decade helping a diverse clientele navigate a spectrum of personal challenges. Her expertise, particularly in areas such as child custody evaluation, forensic interviewing, family advocacy, and court testimony, extends her influence far beyond the confines of her practice.

Her counseling approach is comprehensive, focusing on amplifying the inherent strengths of her clients to facilitate dynamic changes and achieve solutions. Angela's journey, marked by personal privacy, significantly influences her professional ethos. Her resolve to make a meaningful societal contribution is deeply intertwined with her history, driving her toward a career that blends personal passion with professional dedication.

Angela holds a Master's degree in Psychology from Texas A&M at Central Texas and is dual-licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy and Licensed Professional Counseling. Her academic journey was notable for her high GPA and active research and coursework involvement, which laid the groundwork for her complex role in mental health services.

Her path to her current leadership role was strewn with personal challenges, including single parenthood and overcoming a disability, all while navigating the challenges of a personal history with foster care. These personal struggles tested her resilience and shaped her into a leader in her field.

Throughout her career, Angela has reached numerous milestones. Transitioning from roles within public systems that manage vulnerable populations to founding her private practice, she has cultivated a unique approach to counseling and advocacy. Her practice now includes specialized services in forensic psychotherapy and child advocacy, which are essential yet challenging due to their complexity.

Angela Jourdain's work has earned her several accolades, including the National Military Family Association's Patriot Award and the Commander's Coin from Fort Hood, recognizing her dedication to supporting military families with their unique challenges.