--- title: Marcus Curry LPC-S, CSAT Candidate | Counseling Services | Olive & Ash description: Marcus Curry offers compassionate counseling focused on sexual addiction recovery and betrayal trauma, helping individuals and couples navigate their healing journey with evidence-informed care. image: https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Individual%20Reflecting%20Calmly%20by%20a%20Window.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/marcus-curry#main-content) - [ Call Today: (346) 812-6148](tel:3468126148) - [ office@oliveandashcounseling.com](mailto:office@oliveandashcounseling.com) [![Olive & Ash Primary Logo](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Primary%20Logo.svg) ![Olive & Ash Primary Logo](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Primary%20Logo.svg)](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com?hsLang=en) [Book Appointment](https://melissa-anderson6957.clientsecure.me) - [About](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/about) - [Our Practice](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/about) - [Melissa Anderson](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/melissa-anderson) - [Marcus Curry](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/marcus-curry) - [Angela Navarro](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/angela-navarro) - [Services](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/services) - [All Services](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/services) - [Disclosure Intensive](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/disclosure-intensive) - Resources - [Careers](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/careers) - [Blog](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/blog) - [Contact](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/contact) # Marcus Curry ##### LPC-S, CSAT "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." I have always found the Serenity Prayer encouraging. It captures something true about the work of healing — that it requires both honesty about our limits and genuine courage to move forward. I pursued counseling as a profession because I believe people can be equipped with the tools they need to process their pain, the courage to adjust their sails to the winds, and the wisdom to navigate the storms of life with greater clarity and hope. Many of the people I work with are carrying burdens they have kept private for a long time — painful relational patterns, compulsive behaviors, betrayal, or trauma that has quietly shaped their sense of self and their closest relationships. **I consider it a genuine privilege to enter that space with someone and offer steady, compassionate, and professionally grounded care.** My goal is not to rush the process or prescribe easy answers. It is to create an environment where you feel safe enough to be honest — about your story, your struggles, and your hopes — and to work collaboratively toward meaningful change. ![Marcus Curry LPC-S, CSAT Candidate at Olive and Ash Counseling](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Marcus%20Curry.jpeg) ##### SPECIALIZATION I have a particular focus on sexual addiction recovery and betrayal trauma — two areas that are often deeply intertwined and frequently misunderstood. I work with individuals navigating compulsive sexual behaviors and pornography use, and with partners who have experienced the rupture and disorientation that betrayal brings. I use the CSAT framework developed by Dr. Patrick Carnes and IITAP to guide both addiction recovery and partner trauma work in a structured, evidence-informed way. ##### VALUES My faith as a follower of Jesus is central to who I am and how I approach this work. It shapes the compassion, humility, and patience I bring into the counseling room. Christian counseling is available upon request, and I welcome clients of all backgrounds and beliefs. You are never required to share my faith in order to receive thoughtful, respectful care. Outside of the office, I am happily married to my wife Lindsey. We share life with our dog, Hazel, and I find rest and renewal through volunteering and time with my church family. ##### BACKGROUND I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, credentialed to provide both individual, couples, and family counseling and clinical supervision to LPC-Associates working toward full licensure. I am also a CSAT, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). I earned my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from LeTourneau University. My clinical background spans community mental health, intensive inpatient therapy, and in-hospital crisis evaluation with adults and children. I work with adolescents (16+), adults, couples, and families. My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy, and trauma-informed modalities including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).   ## Meet Our Other Counselors ### Melissa Anderson ##### LPC, LMHC, CSAT At Olive & Ash, I believe healing begins when a person feels safe enough to be fully known. Many of the clients I work with come carrying stories marked by pain, loss, confusion, or betrayal—and often a deep longing for peace and stability. My role is to offer a calm, compassionate presence as you make sense of what you’re experiencing and begin the work of restoration. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people during some of the most vulnerable seasons of their lives. **I strive to create a** **space where you feel seen, heard, and respected, without judgment or pressure.** Therapy is not about fixing you—it is about helping you reconnect with your strength, your worth, and the hope that may feel buried beneath the weight of what you’ve endured. **[View Melissa's Bio](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/melissa-anderson?hsLang=en)** ![Melissa Anderson headshot 1 - Olive & Ash Counseling](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Melissa%20Anderson%20headshot%201%20-%20Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Counseling.jpg) ### Angela Navarro #### *Coming Soon in June* ##### MA, LPC I am passionate about providing clinically excellent, evidenced-based counseling that thoughtfully integrates faith for clients who wish to incorporate spirituality into their therapeutic experience. I work with a diverse range of clients, including children (10 and up), adolescents, individuals, and couples/families. I especially enjoy working with women navigating women’s health concerns (such as infertility, prenatal/postpartum challenges, hormonal changes, and parenting), and those involved in ministry—supporting pastors and their families in maintaining emotional health and sustainability.  **[View Angela's Bio](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/angela-navarro?hsLang=en)** ![2 Angela Navarro MA LPC at Olive & Ash Counseling](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/2%20Angela%20Navarro%20MA%20LPC%20at%20Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Counseling.jpg)   ### Want to join our team? We’re always open to connecting with thoughtful, compassionate clinicians who value collaboration and steady, ethical care. 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Learn more about our values, approach to care, and the people committed to creating a safe, supportive space for healing. > > **[Our Practice](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/about?hsLang=en)** ##### [![Man smiling and laughing outdoors while talking with others, appearing relaxed and connected in a natural setting associated with emotional well-being and personal growth.](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Horizontal%20Individual%20Laughing%20Outdoors%20in%20a%20Supportive%20Setting.jpg)](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com?hsLang=en) > Explore the counseling services we offer and find support that fits your needs, season, and goals—whether you’re seeking individual, couples, or specialized care. > > **[View Services](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/services?hsLang=en)** ##### ![Couple seated together in a counseling office, speaking with a therapist in a calm and supportive professional setting associated with couples therapy and relationship support.](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/hubfs/Olive%20%26%20Ash%20Couple%20Participating%20in%20a%20Counseling%20Session.jpeg) > Interested in scheduling a session? 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I feel that God has restored me and brought healing to the hurt I carried for so long." ##### Former Client ★★★★★ > "Melissa has made such a massive impact on my life. She truly saved me from so much and helped me grow as a person, mom, and wife. She helped me grow in my faith, as well. She has been a monumental part of my healing and I'm so very grateful for her and the care and love she gave me." ##### Former Client ★★★★★ ##### Quick Links Quick Links - [About](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/about) - [Services](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/services) - [Careers](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/careers) - [Contact](https://www.oliveandashcounseling.com/contact) - [Schedule](https://melissa-anderson6957.clientsecure.me) ##### Get in Touch Get in Touch Text or Call: [(346) 812-6148](tel:3468126148) [office@oliveandashcounseling.com](mailto:office@oliveandashcounseling.com) 306 S Friendswood Dr, Suite 200 Friendswood, TX 77546  ###### [Why Am I Still Triggered? 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