Therapists in Pflugerville, TX
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Amanda Vasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Hi everyone! I'm sure it can be intimidating starting the therapeutic process. Having to identify areas in our lives we may need help with can be an overwhelming task. I strive to create a warm, safe space for clients to explore those things in a supportive, non judgemental environment. My style is easy going and friendly, with the definite use of humor. My approach is collaborative and respectful, with the focus on assisting clients with utilizing the strengths they possess to problem solve and facilitate change for themselves.
Hi everyone! I'm sure it can be intimidating starting the therapeutic process. Having to identify areas in our lives we may need help with can be an overwhelming task. I strive to create a warm, safe space for clients to explore those things in a supportive, non judgemental environment. My style is easy going and friendly, with the definite use of humor. My approach is collaborative and respectful, with the focus on assisting clients with utilizing the strengths they possess to problem solve and facilitate change for themselves.
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Shawna Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Are you having a hard time getting over something in your past? Feeling stuck? Maybe you’ve just felt “off,” not quite yourself, not the person you want to be. Sometimes you wonder what is wrong with you, why you can’t seem to relax and enjoy yourself the way other people do. There's nothing wrong with you, and I'm here to tell you: you can heal. I liken therapy to the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where they fortify broken pottery with gold to create more beautiful, precious works than the originals. Like mending cracks with gold, the healing work of therapy can transform your struggles and scars into stunning strength and resilience.
Are you having a hard time getting over something in your past? Feeling stuck? Maybe you’ve just felt “off,” not quite yourself, not the person you want to be. Sometimes you wonder what is wrong with you, why you can’t seem to relax and enjoy yourself the way other people do. There's nothing wrong with you, and I'm here to tell you: you can heal. I liken therapy to the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where they fortify broken pottery with gold to create more beautiful, precious works than the originals. Like mending cracks with gold, the healing work of therapy can transform your struggles and scars into stunning strength and resilience.
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Jennifer Womack
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Life doesn’t come with a rulebook but if it did, I’d like to think it would say that you never have to face challenges alone. I know it can feel awkward, embarrassing, or maybe even overwhelming to ask for help, but know that it doesn’t have to be. As your counselor, I will strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. I will value our time together and I promise to be present and authentic. I want our sessions to be a safe space in your life; a space that is inclusive and free of judgment.
Life doesn’t come with a rulebook but if it did, I’d like to think it would say that you never have to face challenges alone. I know it can feel awkward, embarrassing, or maybe even overwhelming to ask for help, but know that it doesn’t have to be. As your counselor, I will strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. I will value our time together and I promise to be present and authentic. I want our sessions to be a safe space in your life; a space that is inclusive and free of judgment.
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Denise Reynolds
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Not accepting new clients
"If we treat people as they are, we make them worse. If we treat people as they ought to be, we help them become what they are capable of becoming." Goethe
"If we treat people as they are, we make them worse. If we treat people as they ought to be, we help them become what they are capable of becoming." Goethe
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Sandra Clem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Providing a safe, confidential environment where you can share your story is my first priority. I believe in using prayer and the transformation that faith brings to the therapy process along with evidence-based techques to provide you with the tools you need to promote mental, spiritual, emotional, and relational health.
Providing a safe, confidential environment where you can share your story is my first priority. I believe in using prayer and the transformation that faith brings to the therapy process along with evidence-based techques to provide you with the tools you need to promote mental, spiritual, emotional, and relational health.
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InSight Psychology and Behavioral Health Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660
InSight Psychology and Behavioral Health Services is a diverse, multidisciplinary group of providers whose primary goal is to offer services with integrity and conscientious care. Our services include psychotherapy, telehealth, psychoeducation, psychological evaluations, consulting, testing, workshops and seminars. At InSight, mental health diagnosis, assessment and treatment are carried out with professionalism, compassion and competence. We understand that health is a comprehensive state of being that is impacted by mental, physical and cultural influences. It is with this wholistic view that we approach treatment and assessment.
InSight Psychology and Behavioral Health Services is a diverse, multidisciplinary group of providers whose primary goal is to offer services with integrity and conscientious care. Our services include psychotherapy, telehealth, psychoeducation, psychological evaluations, consulting, testing, workshops and seminars. At InSight, mental health diagnosis, assessment and treatment are carried out with professionalism, compassion and competence. We understand that health is a comprehensive state of being that is impacted by mental, physical and cultural influences. It is with this wholistic view that we approach treatment and assessment.
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Amanda Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (Online Only)
Amanda Ramos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has a great passion for helping clients remove any identified barriers between themselves and their life goals through healing therapeutic work and an increase in positive coping skills. Amanda has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field with a background in all levels of clinical care within both mental health and substance abuse treatment settings. She has worked within the court systems where she advocated for clients in drug court settings as well as in family court as a representative of the Department of Children and Families.
Amanda Ramos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has a great passion for helping clients remove any identified barriers between themselves and their life goals through healing therapeutic work and an increase in positive coping skills. Amanda has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field with a background in all levels of clinical care within both mental health and substance abuse treatment settings. She has worked within the court systems where she advocated for clients in drug court settings as well as in family court as a representative of the Department of Children and Families.
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Tracey Parthé
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
We sometimes feel stuck in the “spin cycle” of life causing us to feel overwhelmed and helpless. Often, we feel ready to change but aren’t sure of how or where to begin. My approach in therapy is to help you recognize your strengths, increase self-compassion, and adopt a curious approach to your current thoughts and beliefs which perpetuate the current patterns you are seeking to change. I use a variety of lenses in my approach including: Attachment theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma informed, and Family Systems. This is your journey and my role is to meet you where you are and travel with you at a pace that you set.
We sometimes feel stuck in the “spin cycle” of life causing us to feel overwhelmed and helpless. Often, we feel ready to change but aren’t sure of how or where to begin. My approach in therapy is to help you recognize your strengths, increase self-compassion, and adopt a curious approach to your current thoughts and beliefs which perpetuate the current patterns you are seeking to change. I use a variety of lenses in my approach including: Attachment theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma informed, and Family Systems. This is your journey and my role is to meet you where you are and travel with you at a pace that you set.
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Maryehdiah Giah is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, and she also has experience working with children (+10) and adolescents to adults aged 65 and above. Maryehdiah is passionate about assisting her patients and, as such, is very attentive to her patients while in sessions. Maryehdiah believes that everyone who wants to express their feelings to a professional deserves the professional’s undivided attention. Maryehdiah obtained her Master of Arts in Counseling at Prairie View A&M University.
Maryehdiah Giah is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, and she also has experience working with children (+10) and adolescents to adults aged 65 and above. Maryehdiah is passionate about assisting her patients and, as such, is very attentive to her patients while in sessions. Maryehdiah believes that everyone who wants to express their feelings to a professional deserves the professional’s undivided attention. Maryehdiah obtained her Master of Arts in Counseling at Prairie View A&M University.
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I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more than thirty years and work with couples, families, and individuals 18 years old and up. My areas of specialty are addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, and many more. I use various modalities: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Existential, Exposure Response Prevention, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal, Marital, and Family Therapy. At times this can appear to be difficult, but it is much more difficult to avoid our problems.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more than thirty years and work with couples, families, and individuals 18 years old and up. My areas of specialty are addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, and many more. I use various modalities: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Existential, Exposure Response Prevention, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal, Marital, and Family Therapy. At times this can appear to be difficult, but it is much more difficult to avoid our problems.
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I am here to offer hope and healing to individuals, couples, and families for the many difficulties and challenges that life can present. I have a love for people and a passion for assisting individuals and couples in gaining insight into their lives and in their relationships. By gaining this insight and understanding, this can lead to emotional healing, closer relationships, healthier lifestyles, and inner peace.
I am here to offer hope and healing to individuals, couples, and families for the many difficulties and challenges that life can present. I have a love for people and a passion for assisting individuals and couples in gaining insight into their lives and in their relationships. By gaining this insight and understanding, this can lead to emotional healing, closer relationships, healthier lifestyles, and inner peace.
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You may have always navigated difficult moments on your own and now it’s affecting your connection with your loved ones. Maybe you haven’t felt safe opening up to the people you thought you trusted and it’s creating conflicts in your relationships. Is it hard to express your emotions because you’re used to minimizing your needs to please others? I want to help you stop the self-sabotaging and discard the narrative that you are not deserving of good things. My goal is to teach you skills that will assist you with adjusting negative thinking styles and behaviors, reduce unwanted feelings, and practice self-acceptance and reflection.
You may have always navigated difficult moments on your own and now it’s affecting your connection with your loved ones. Maybe you haven’t felt safe opening up to the people you thought you trusted and it’s creating conflicts in your relationships. Is it hard to express your emotions because you’re used to minimizing your needs to please others? I want to help you stop the self-sabotaging and discard the narrative that you are not deserving of good things. My goal is to teach you skills that will assist you with adjusting negative thinking styles and behaviors, reduce unwanted feelings, and practice self-acceptance and reflection.
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Jaime Olidge is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) in the state of Texas with over 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, seniors, groups, and families that are dealing with substance abuse struggles, ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder (ODD), bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Jaime has a passion for working with young adult women but loves to work with all adult clients. She is a member of the LGBTQ+ community and is aware of the struggles in that community.
Jaime Olidge is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) in the state of Texas with over 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, seniors, groups, and families that are dealing with substance abuse struggles, ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder (ODD), bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Jaime has a passion for working with young adult women but loves to work with all adult clients. She is a member of the LGBTQ+ community and is aware of the struggles in that community.
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Shanbria Oglesby-Gist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Do you constantly find yourself struggling with managing your emotions, forming healthy relationships, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or feelings of shame or guilt? Or maybe you are a parent or guardian of a child or adolescent that has difficulty with adjustments happening around them, and they are struggling with regulating their emotions, communicating, socializing with others, or having difficult behaviors? If you find yourself or your child navigating through life with these struggles, it would be my honor to support you.
Do you constantly find yourself struggling with managing your emotions, forming healthy relationships, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or feelings of shame or guilt? Or maybe you are a parent or guardian of a child or adolescent that has difficulty with adjustments happening around them, and they are struggling with regulating their emotions, communicating, socializing with others, or having difficult behaviors? If you find yourself or your child navigating through life with these struggles, it would be my honor to support you.
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Betsy Hickok
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (Online Only)
I am a family therapist. Come see me if you want your house to be a stable and loving place where you get to be the parent, your kids get to be the kids, and everybody gets along.
I am a family therapist. Come see me if you want your house to be a stable and loving place where you get to be the parent, your kids get to be the kids, and everybody gets along.
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Alexandra Gill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Waitlist for new clients
As humans, we not only want to feel understood but we want to understand ourselves. Why do we do the things we do? The goal is to help people gain insight in the nature of their situation as well as help them develop skills for taking action and making needed changes to feel more in control of their life.
As humans, we not only want to feel understood but we want to understand ourselves. Why do we do the things we do? The goal is to help people gain insight in the nature of their situation as well as help them develop skills for taking action and making needed changes to feel more in control of their life.
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Kelley Jean Broadaway
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
I am a trauma and attachment therapist. I am currently utilizing telehealth and in-office visits. I specialize in trauma and post-adopt family work, but also enjoy working with individual children, teens, adults and therapists. I have 26 years of experience in community mental health and with a Foster Care Agency .I believe that all family members deserve to feel safe, trusted, loved and understood. My passion is helping traumatized, abused and neglected ones heal and thrive.
I am a trauma and attachment therapist. I am currently utilizing telehealth and in-office visits. I specialize in trauma and post-adopt family work, but also enjoy working with individual children, teens, adults and therapists. I have 26 years of experience in community mental health and with a Foster Care Agency .I believe that all family members deserve to feel safe, trusted, loved and understood. My passion is helping traumatized, abused and neglected ones heal and thrive.
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Monica Rae Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (Online Only)
The process of therapy can be a place to explore patterns that can keep us stuck or create suffering in our lives.Life is worth living and it requires action steps. I have training in DBT and CBT.I have experience working with individuals who may be dealing with a variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, loneliness, relationship problems, self-criticism, life transitions, and family of origin issues.
The process of therapy can be a place to explore patterns that can keep us stuck or create suffering in our lives.Life is worth living and it requires action steps. I have training in DBT and CBT.I have experience working with individuals who may be dealing with a variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, loneliness, relationship problems, self-criticism, life transitions, and family of origin issues.
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Jennifer Salazar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (Online Only)
I'm culturally aware and work well with a variety of people. I especially welcome adult men and women, immigrants, women of color and any people with complex barriers to living the life they want. My ideal client is someone that might carry around a lot of shame, self loathing, professionally successful but struggling with internal disdain. I enjoy working with moms of special needs children to help them find themselves again. Additionally, I enjoy working with single women looking to improve unhealthy relationship patterns and reach their goal of finding a healthy partner.
I'm culturally aware and work well with a variety of people. I especially welcome adult men and women, immigrants, women of color and any people with complex barriers to living the life they want. My ideal client is someone that might carry around a lot of shame, self loathing, professionally successful but struggling with internal disdain. I enjoy working with moms of special needs children to help them find themselves again. Additionally, I enjoy working with single women looking to improve unhealthy relationship patterns and reach their goal of finding a healthy partner.
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Pflugerville Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Pflugerville Counseling Center offers a wide range of counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children/teens. Though each of us specializes in different areas, we all hold a belief that counseling is most helpful when it is about having a safe relationship to more fully explore, understand, and accept self and the choices we make. We believe that everyone has a story and the more we can own our stories, the more choice and control we have over writing the next chapters. We all love working with the brain/body/relationship connection we all hold within ourselves and between each other.
Pflugerville Counseling Center offers a wide range of counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children/teens. Though each of us specializes in different areas, we all hold a belief that counseling is most helpful when it is about having a safe relationship to more fully explore, understand, and accept self and the choices we make. We believe that everyone has a story and the more we can own our stories, the more choice and control we have over writing the next chapters. We all love working with the brain/body/relationship connection we all hold within ourselves and between each other.
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Number of Therapists in Pflugerville, TX
200+
Average cost per session
$133
Therapists in Pflugerville, TX who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
92% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Grief |
63% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | Aetna |
80% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
74% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Pflugerville, TX see their clients
69% | In Person and Online | |
31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Pflugerville?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.