Manrique Fuentes

About Me

Ever Talamantes, a native of Eagle Pass, TX, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s in Professional Counseling and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University. As a trauma-informed therapist, Ever specializes in guiding clients through healing and self-discovery using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). His compassionate and inclusive approach fosters a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, heal from trauma, and connect with their authentic selves. Bilingual and bicultural, Ever understands the challenges of navigating cultural identity and family dynamics, particularly for those with Latino heritage. He integrates cultural awareness into his work, offering personalized, holistic support. Ever provides individual counseling to teens and adults, helping them build self-awareness, develop emotional resilience, and create deeper connections with themselves and others, making therapy a transformative journey toward growth and wholeness.

Services

Diabetes Overview

Educational guidance to help patients understand diabetes, treatment options, and strategies for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.

Stress and Psychosocial Adjustment

Support for managing the emotional and psychological challenges associated with diabetes and chronic health conditions.

Family Involvement and Social Support

Encouraging family participation and support systems to improve disease management and long-term health outcomes.

Nutrition

Personalized nutrition education focused on healthy eating habits, blood sugar control, and overall wellness.

Exercise and Activity

Guidance on physical activity and exercise plans designed to improve health, fitness, and diabetes management.

Medication

Education on the safe and effective use of medications to support treatment goals and improve health outcomes.

Monitoring Glucose and Interpreting Results

Training and support to help patients monitor blood sugar levels and understand their results for better self-management.

Relationship Between Nutrition, Exercise, Medication, and Blood Glucose Levels

Comprehensive education on how lifestyle choices and treatment plans work together to affect blood sugar control.

Help to Control Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure

Supportive care and education focused on reducing cardiovascular risk factors and improving overall health.

Behavioral Change Strategies, Goal Setting, Risk Factor Reduction, and Problem Solving

Practical tools and personalized coaching to help patients build healthy habits, achieve goals, and manage chronic conditions effectively.