R. Renee Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (#73875) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (#202586) who works as the Executive Director of Programs and Services at STARRY.  Renee attended Texas State University and received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Forensic Psychology and her Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling.  Renee later earned her PhD from Walden University in Counselor Education and Supervision. Renee worked as a counselor at STARRY for 4 years before becoming their Training Coordinator and later, Director of Program Training for the Counseling, Fatherhood, and Foster Care Programs. Renee now supports all programs at STARRY as the Senior Director of Strategy and Innovation.

Renee has worked for over 9 years to implement trauma-informed care throughout STARRY services and the greater community.  Renee is a Trust-Based Relational Intervention Practitioner® and Educator® and has trained over 2500 community members in the TBRI® Principles.

Renee lives in San Marcos with her husband, daughter, and four dogs. When not working Renee enjoys time with her family, traveling, and working on craft projects.