Who We Are
We are professional counselors across Texas who accompany women in crisis pregnancies. We believe that every woman should be received in love and joy, and have the support she needs especially during pregnancy and into postpartum care.
What We Do
Counselors on the Elizabeth Team are committed to providing discounted or free to low cost counseling services to women who are in a crisis pregnancy. We want to ensure expectant mothers have access to counseling support in their time of greatest need.
If you are unsure of your next steps, lack resources, and need someone to talk to for support, we are here for you.
Significance of Our Name
We are inspired by Elizabeth in the Bible, who welcomed Mary while exclaiming, “Blessed is the fruit of your womb!” (Luke 1:42). Elizabeth then accompanied Mary—the Blessed Mother—during her pregnancy.
Counselors on the Elizabeth Team share in this example by welcoming a mother in a crisis pregnancy and recognizing the privilege of journeying with her in a meaningful and professional way.
The Elizabeth Team Task Force
2022-2023
Executive Chair
Chris Stravitsch, LPC-S, LMFT-S
President, Generosity Works Inc.
President, Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Counselor Recruitment & Formation Co-Chairs
Jessica Michaud, LCMHC, LPC
Independent Practitioner
Laura Aguirre, LPC-S
Begin Again Counseling & Consulting
Liz Bencivengo, LPC, LMFT
Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Communications & Marketing Co-Chairs
Melissa Abraham, LCSW
Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Michelle Miller, LPC-A
Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Secretary
Cindy Contreras, LPC-A
Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Members At-Large
Jessica Barboza, LMFT-S
Pacem Family Therapy, PLLC
Larry Freeney, Jr., LPC
Secretary, Generosity Works Inc.
Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Thomas Tellson, LMFT-A
Rejoice Counseling Apostolate
Jody Pitcher, LPC-A
Intuitus Group Counseling Clinic, PLLC
Our Supporters
The Elizabeth Team is a Generosity Works Inc. initiative by Rejoice Counseling Apostolate. It is built in memory of Phyllis Ann, a loving mother who understood the pain of abortion and the joy of motherhood.