Niagara Counseling

Navigate Your Way To A Healthier Life

Welcome to Niagara Counseling, located in the heart of Friendswood. We provide tailored individual counseling services for a variety of challenges, for clients ages 18 to 64. Our compassionate approach fosters healing and growth. We offer in-person sessions as well as some virtual sessions. Schedule your appointment now.

Meet Scot Macomber

Owner & Licensed Professional Counselor

Originally from Pennsylvania, Scot has called the Houston area home since 1997. As a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas, he holds a master's degree in clinical psychology from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Scot actually started his working career as a marine diesel and gas engine mechanic while serving on active duty in the United States Coast Guard (E-5). He served all 4 years aboard U.S. Coast Guard cutters engaged in missions ranging from environmental cleanup and aids to navigation, to law enforcement and search and rescue. This gives him a unique perspective on issues concerning veterans and first responders. With 17 years of experience as a licensed professional counselor, he empathizes with the feeling of being stuck, having experienced it himself many times.

Scot started his counseling career working at the VA in Houston in trauma recovery with Vietnam, Korean War, and WW2 era veterans. After leaving the VA, Scot worked as a counselor in all levels of care including psychiatric inpatient, residential treatment centers, intensive outpatient programs for substance abuse and mental health, employee assistance programs, university student counseling with UT Houston and University of Houston Downtown, and again with Michael E. Debakey Veteran's Hospital in supported employment and vocational rehabilitation. He was also trained as a Peer to Peer Support Specialist for PTSD by Blue Bonnet Trails in Kileen, TX. In addition to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, he has extensive experience supporting medical professionals, veterans, first responders, and college students. Establishing his counseling practice in 2020 has been a deeply fulfilling endeavor. He focuses primarily on use of evidence based treatments and is a proponent of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Choice Theory.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and his pets. He is passionate about water activities and he is often found enjoying boating during the summer months. He believes strongly in the connection between mental health and physical exercise, he is an avid runner and is also into strength training.

Meet Holly Whitelaw

Office Manager

I've accumulated over a decade of experience in administrative roles within various corporations and group healthcare practices. Initially, I pursued cosmetology and spent a year working in a salon. However, I realized it wasn't my calling and decided to explore other interests. My diverse background brings a unique perspective to business operations.

I've been a part of the Niagara Counseling team for over a year now. My role involves handling billing, scheduling, responding to emails and texts, and returning phone calls. When I'm not at work, you'll often find me hanging out with my husband and our furry friends, enjoying bike rides on the trails, or simply unwinding by the water.

At Niagara Counseling, we provide a secure and nurturing environment to navigate life's complexities impacted by anxiety. Our sessions empower individuals to untangle emotions, gain clarity, and develop effective coping strategies specifically tailored for anxiety. We focus on fostering self-discovery and building resilience to encourage personal growth. Start your healing journey with us today and take the first step towards managing and overcoming road blocks in your life.

Finding Solutions to Help You Better with Your Life

Learn More About Our Comprehensive Services

  • Trauma

  • Workplace Issues

  • College Students/Test Anxiety

  • Grief

  • Family Conflict

  • Life Transitions

  • Men's Issues

  • Anxiety

  • Peer Relationships

  • Performance Anxiety

  • Relationship Issues

  • Self Esteem/Confidence

  • Spirituality

  • Stress

  • Depression

  • Medical Professionals

We provide In-person individual counseling services for a range of issues to client's ages 18 to 64; We also offer some virtual sessions. Some examples are listed below. Reach out to begin your journey towards emotional well-being and schedule a consultation to determine if our therapy is a good match for you.

  • Aetna

  • BCBSTX

  • Mutual of Omaha EAP

  • Cigna

  • Optum/United

  • UTEAP (800-346-3549)

  • Carelon

  • Aetna EAP (Resources for Living)

  • Texas AARP Medicare Advantage Plans

  • Texas Complete Care Chronic Plan

  • Texas Dual Complete Special Needs Plans

  • Texas Erickson Advantage Freedom/Liberty/Signature Plans

  • Texas Erickson Advantage Champion/Guardian Plans

  • Texas Group Medicare Advantage Plans

  • Texas Nursing Home Plan

  • Texas UHC Care Advantage

  • Texas UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plans

Our Therapeutic Approaches at Niagara Counseling

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Addressing depression, anxiety, and a range of emotional struggles, CBT is integral to our therapeutic practice. It is strengthened by the core ideas of Aaron Beck, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) to offer useful strategies for conquering challenges, cultivating positive outlooks, and fortifying adaptive responses.

Additional Therapeutic Approaches: Alongside CBT, we embrace a range of psychotherapy approaches such as motivational interviewing, strength-based, and person-centered methodologies. Recognizing the healing power of humor, we frequently integrate humor into sessions, fostering a comfortable and open environment for growth and self-discovery.

Client Portal Access & Telehealth Appointments

Access Your Client Portal

The client portal is only available to established clients. Here, you can access billing information, manage appointments, and communicate via portal emails. If you have forgotten your password, kindly give us a call to reset it.

Telehealth Appointments

If you have an upcoming telehealth appointment, please ensure you have downloaded Google Meet. At your appointment time, you'll receive a link via text or email for your session. If you're using a laptop or computer, a web browser is sufficient. Please download Google Meet from the App Store or Google Play.

Evidence-Based Treatments

Our approach to counseling is rooted in evidence-based therapies designed to help individuals navigate through the distressing effects of life stressors. Our aim is to assist clients in addressing the emotional and behavioral aspects of issues in their lives through building resilience, understanding how thoughts drive emotions and behaviors, and providing coping strategies to regain a sense of empowerment and control over their lives. Through personalized sessions, we work collaboratively with our clients to guide them towards healing, growth, and reclaiming a sense of safety and well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are in-network with several insurance carriers. Feel free to call us at 281-299-5959 to discuss your specific plan.

  • Hourly Rates*:

    Initial Appointment: $150

    Follow-up Sessions: $125

  • You will receive a text message and/or an email 48 hours before your appointment, providing adequate time to reschedule. If you are unable to attend your appointment, we require you to call and cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before your appointment. Failing to do so may incur a $30 late cancellation charge.

    If you do not cancel and miss your appointment, a $70 no-show fee will be applied.

    Please be aware that these costs will be your responsibility and not covered by insurance.

  • You can contact us by calling 281-299-5959, or filling out the contact form on our website.

Contact Niagara Counseling Today

*** CRISIS NOTICE: Do Not Use This Contact Form if you are in Crisis. Niagara Counseling is not an emergency mental health crisis clinic and does not provide 24-hour crisis intervention or services. If you are in crisis, call 911, head to the nearest emergency room, or call 988.

Phone and Address

Hours
Monday–Thursday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Friday: 8:00am to 12:00pm

Phone
281.299.5959

Fax
281.816.4726

Location
1506 E Winding Way Dr BLDG 102 STE 201
Friendswood, TX 77546