Lourdes Valdes, Ph.D.

07/17/2025

07/11/2025

📣 Join Us for an Insightful Discussion on Artificial Intelligence and Ethics

ADDA-SR invites you to a free virtual event:

“AI: Benefits, Boundaries and Ethics”
🗓️ Saturday, July 19 | 10:00 AM CST
🎙️ Featuring Jamie Steele, Productivity Specialist

You’ll walk away with real examples, ethical guardrails, and simple ways to use AI to boost focus, ease overwhelm, and enhance your work with neurodivergent clients (or yourself). Whether you’re tech-shy or AI-curious, this is your roadmap to navigating the future on your terms.

✅ Register here: https://www.adda-sr.org/ai-event

We look forward to seeing you there for this timely and important conversation.

07/07/2025

07/06/2025

Our hearts are heavy as we witness the overwhelming devastation caused by the recent flooding in Central Texas. The loss, disruption, and emotional toll this brings to individuals, families, and entire communities is profound. Please know that you are not alone—grief, fear, and uncertainty in times like these are real and valid.

To those affected, we extend our deepest compassion and support. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally during this time, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help.

We also want to share that a free grief and processing support group is currently being held in the Bellaire area, led by The Conative Group. Details about the group have been posted on our page for those who may benefit.

I have written a post on my blog on helping children process this tragedy. Here is the link:

By Lourdes Valdés, Ph.D. The devastating Central Texas floods of July 2025 have become one of the most tragic natural disasters in Texas history. The severe flooding in the Kerrville/Hunt area has already claimed over 51 lives—many of them children attending a summer program. Though the flooding ...

07/06/2025

Support from our friends at The Conative Group ...

WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU!

The flooding tragedy on the Guadalupe River and Camp Mystic has touched many families in our community. In response to this, The Conative Group is holding a free community support group for anyone who needs help processing this devastating event. It is for children, adults, and teens.

Please let us know if you or someone you know would like to attend by emailing us at info@theconativegroup.com.

Free Support Group:
Monday, July 7th, 2025
4:00 PM

The Conative Group
4130 Bellaire Blvd., Suite #208
Houston, TX 77025
(713) 993-7030

Thank you!

07/05/2025

Our hearts are heavy as we witness the overwhelming devastation caused by the recent flooding in Central Texas. The loss, disruption, and emotional toll this brings to individuals, families, and entire communities is profound. Please know that you are not alone—grief, fear, and uncertainty in times like these are real and valid.

To those affected, we extend our deepest compassion and support. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally during this time, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help.

Explore strategies and resources for helping children and families cope with trauma and loss in the wake of the Central Texas flood.

07/04/2025

If fireworks are new to your child, you can prepare them for what to expect!

07/04/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend!

06/24/2025

🌱 Supporting Kids & Teens with Social Skills 🌱

Many kids and teens experience challenges making friends, speaking confidently, or understanding social cues. Group therapy offers a nurturing space where young people can grow their social skills in a safe, supportive environment.

In my latest blog entry, I share how group therapy gently encourages self-esteem, empathy, and meaningful connections through interactive, real-life experiences.

If you’re looking to help your child or teen feel more comfortable and confident socially, we invite you to learn more here:

Discover how group therapy helps children and adolescents build vital social skills, enhance empathy, and manage emotions effectively.

06/23/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
The Arc of Katy proudly introduces PEERS® of Katy—an empowering social skills program designed specifically for neurodivergent young adults in our community. Launching this September, this supportive, evidence-based training helps participants confidently navigate social interactions, build genuine friendships, and thrive personally and professionally.
This is a wonderful program. So excited we are starting it!

06/15/2025

Real therapy is about connection, nuance, and professional judgment — things that technology just can’t replicate.

OpenAI's large language model GPT-4o told a user who identified themself to it as a former addict named Pedro to indulge in a little m**h.