Support LGBTQ+ Inclusive Businesses and Organizations Through the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce Member Directory
Choosing where you spend your money is powerful. By using the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce Member Directory, you can directly support businesses and organizations that are not only inclusive but also actively advocate for and uplift the LGBTQ+ community.
At the Chamber, we refer to this as "intentional spending" when you intentionally choose to spend your dollars with businesses and organizations that share your values of diversity, equity, and inclusion and support the LGBTQ+ community. Plus, spending dollars with LGBTQ+ supportive businesses means you are helping to drive economic opportunity for the LGBTQ+ and Allied community in the region.
Larneka Lavalais
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Counseling Training, Consulting & Business Coaching
About
Larneka Lavalais, M.Ed., M.S., LPC-S, NCC
Larneka Lavalais is a licensed mental health professional, community advocate, and business owner dedicated to fostering emotional well-being and equity in underserved communities. A lifelong resident of Port Arthur, TX, Larneka is a proud graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School and holds degrees from Lamar University, including:
✔ Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Sociology
✔ Master of Science in Applied Criminology
✔ Master of Education in Counseling and Development
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), she provides compassionate and culturally responsive mental health services. She is the owner of Larneka Lavalais LPC, PLLC, where she offers therapy, professional supervision, and consultation. She also serves as a Student Wellness Interventionist in a public school setting, supporting youth mental health.
Larneka is deeply engaged in LGBTQ+ advocacy and community outreach. She is the founder of QTPOC SETX (Queer Trans People of Color Southeast Texas), a support group dedicated to uplifting and providing safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals of color. Additionally, she facilitates trauma and grief support groups, ensuring access to healing for those in need.
Her professional affiliations include:
🌟 American Counseling Association (ACA)
🌟 Texas Counseling Association (TCA)
🌟 Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA)
Larneka’s commitment to service has earned her multiple recognitions, including:
🏆 2023 Port Arthur News Best Mental Health Specialist
🏆 Community Award from the Port Arthur Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.
She stands by the mantra:
✨ “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Larneka Lavalais, M.Ed., M.S., LPC-S, NCC, is a licensed mental health professional, private practice owner, and LGBTQ+ advocate dedicated to serving individuals and communities in Southeast Texas. Through her practice, Larneka Lavalais LPC, PLLC, she provides therapy, professional supervision, and consultation services. She is also the founder of QTPOC SETX, a support group for Queer and Trans People of Color. Additionally, she facilitates trauma and grief support groups and works as a Student Wellness Interventionist in public education. Recognized for her mental health expertise and community impact, she was named 2023 Port Arthur News Best Mental Health Specialist and received the Community Award from the Port Arthur Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.
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✔ Mental Health Services
✔ LGBTQ+ Advocacy & Support
✔ Therapists & Counselors
✔ Professional Supervision & Training
✔ Health & Wellness
✔ Community Outreach & Education
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Why should you use our directory?
- Support Equality: Every dollar spent at an LGBTQ+-inclusive business is a vote for equality. By choosing these businesses or organzations, you’re helping to create a more inclusive economy where everyone, regardless of their identity, is respected and valued.
- Build Community: The businesses and organizations listed in our directory are more than just service providers; they are part of the fabric of our local community. When you choose to support them, you’re contributing to a stronger, more connected Houston and region.
- Experience Welcoming Spaces: The businesses and organizations in our directory are committed to inclusivity. You can feel confident knowing that you’ll be welcomed and respected by these members.
- Promote Positive Change: By supporting LGBTQ+ friendly businesses, you’re encouraging others to adopt inclusive practices and policies, helping to foster a more equitable environment for everyone.
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