Paola Gonzalez is the daughter of Mexican immigrants. She was born and raised in Houston.  Paola graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Philosophy. She obtained a Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary.

Paola is a Licensed Professional Counselor, mental health provider, and Registered Play Therapist. Paola is the founder of Pasadena Counseling Center. Prior to founding her own practice, Paola served as the only child therapist on staff at The Bridge Over Troubled Waters for many years and now proudly serves on the board of directors. She also serves on the board of Pasadena Health Center.

Paola volunteers her time to churches, speaks at women’s conferences, and provides training for mental health service providers. She volunteers for health fairs and career days at schools throughout the district. She served on the Pasadena South Rotary Club as Treasurer and Scholarship Committee Member.

Paola has five children, four of them attend Pasadena ISD schools.  As a family, they are active in their church, City Church, and Paola serves as a deacon. They are active in their community and volunteer with various local organizations and nonprofits in the Pasadena and Houston area.  She is a foster care and adoption advocate and is an adoptive parent, dedicating her life to her children and the children of Pasadena and Pasadena ISD.

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