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Eunice Ballesteros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pharr, TX 78577
I would like to congratulate you for taking the first step into slowly making yourself a priority. Looking for a therapist is not an easy step to take however, you are here now. I would like to share with you a bit about me I am a bilingual. My specialties are primarily on addictions, co-occurring disorders and codependency. I have worked in the past with mental health disorders such as Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Bipolar and Schizophrenia. I have recently also started to work with trauma. As a therapist I have learned that mental health is beautiful piece of art made of many different elements and details.
I would like to congratulate you for taking the first step into slowly making yourself a priority. Looking for a therapist is not an easy step to take however, you are here now. I would like to share with you a bit about me I am a bilingual. My specialties are primarily on addictions, co-occurring disorders and codependency. I have worked in the past with mental health disorders such as Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Bipolar and Schizophrenia. I have recently also started to work with trauma. As a therapist I have learned that mental health is beautiful piece of art made of many different elements and details.
(210) 405-3683 View (210) 405-3683
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Olga G Harris, MAMFC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pharr, TX 78577
I have an extensive experience in helping people deal with anxiety, trauma and relational issues.
I'm Olga Harris, LPC. I am a bilingual Profesional Counselor since 1998. I use a holistic approach that address body, mind and spirit. Im passionate about helping people overcome anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflitcs PTSD, Anger management, grief, trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence, etc. / Soy una consejera profesional desde 1998. Me gusta trabajar con familias, parejas y personas con problemas interpersonales, ansiedad, depresión, abuse, duelo, etc. Mi metodo de consejeria ayuda a aquellas personas que están buscando una sanidad integral: cuerpo, mente y espíritu.
I have an extensive experience in helping people deal with anxiety, trauma and relational issues.
I'm Olga Harris, LPC. I am a bilingual Profesional Counselor since 1998. I use a holistic approach that address body, mind and spirit. Im passionate about helping people overcome anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflitcs PTSD, Anger management, grief, trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence, etc. / Soy una consejera profesional desde 1998. Me gusta trabajar con familias, parejas y personas con problemas interpersonales, ansiedad, depresión, abuse, duelo, etc. Mi metodo de consejeria ayuda a aquellas personas que están buscando una sanidad integral: cuerpo, mente y espíritu.
(956) 452-0418 View (956) 452-0418

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Lauren Choi, LCSW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S, PLLC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offers individuals, adults, geriatric populations in a general private practice setting in Texas. My practice offers a place where you can feel heard in a supportive, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment. I focus on adult care including women’s issues, career/educational issues, interpersonal communication, self-esteem, anger management, stress management, relationship issues, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I like to do therapy in an “eclectic” manner, drawing on cognitive-behavioral, narrative, spirituality, solution-focused, and others.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offers individuals, adults, geriatric populations in a general private practice setting in Texas. My practice offers a place where you can feel heard in a supportive, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment. I focus on adult care including women’s issues, career/educational issues, interpersonal communication, self-esteem, anger management, stress management, relationship issues, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I like to do therapy in an “eclectic” manner, drawing on cognitive-behavioral, narrative, spirituality, solution-focused, and others.
(956) 303-6176 View (956) 303-6176
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Kathryn Chacra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Heartbreak is as old as time and still so painful and lonely! It is a unique recovery because after a relationship loss a person is left to confront two paths of recovery at the same time. You may be both grieving the loss of your relationship while focusing on rebuilding a new life and reality. I have seen my clients grow and even thrive despite the heartache though! I am seeing clients throughout Texas online and in person for the RGV area in McAllen TX. If you are feeling down, anxious and overwhelmed by the changes in your life, I want to help you feel confident and secure again.
Heartbreak is as old as time and still so painful and lonely! It is a unique recovery because after a relationship loss a person is left to confront two paths of recovery at the same time. You may be both grieving the loss of your relationship while focusing on rebuilding a new life and reality. I have seen my clients grow and even thrive despite the heartache though! I am seeing clients throughout Texas online and in person for the RGV area in McAllen TX. If you are feeling down, anxious and overwhelmed by the changes in your life, I want to help you feel confident and secure again.
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New Beginnings Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
Looking to take the next step in your life? Be it restoration and healing, achieving a life goal, or establishing healthy relationships and habits. I want to meet you where you are at and walk with you to where you want to go. My main goal is for you to have the tools to have a better life, and to live your life to the fullest. I have wide ranging experience, including “but not limited to” working with: youth, parents, couples, families, victims of domestic violence, domestic violence offenders, victims of sexual assault, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, stress management, immigration evaluations, faith-based counseling.
Looking to take the next step in your life? Be it restoration and healing, achieving a life goal, or establishing healthy relationships and habits. I want to meet you where you are at and walk with you to where you want to go. My main goal is for you to have the tools to have a better life, and to live your life to the fullest. I have wide ranging experience, including “but not limited to” working with: youth, parents, couples, families, victims of domestic violence, domestic violence offenders, victims of sexual assault, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, stress management, immigration evaluations, faith-based counseling.
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Jessica Y. Pizarro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Hi I'm Jessica! Have you been thinking about talking to someone about your feelings or current struggles? Unsure where to start? I'm here to help and meet you where you are on your healing journey. I can help you meet your goals whether it maybe improving stress management skills, communication skills, relapse prevention strategies, anger management skills, or coping skills. I can also help with relationship and codependency issues, explore and process uncomfortable emotions, anxiety management, and self-esteem/personal growth. In addition, if you are looking for work-mandated counseling, or faith-based counseling services.
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Juan Jose Chapa Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC, CCST-T
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edinburg, TX 78539
You want to trust others but you worry about getting hurt. You rather leave a relationship before they leave you. You find yourself anxious in relationships and you look for reassurance from your partner. You're worried that good things wont last forever. In therapy, you will learn to understand your body, mind, and emotions. We will process triggers and stop anxious spiraling. We will reprocess past trauma. You will learn tools/exercises that will help you feel connected and in control of your body. Life will feel more authentic and you will find new confidence. Relationships will begin to feel safe and healthy.
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Jessica Hope Murph
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LCDC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edinburg, TX 78542  (Online Only)
There is nothing weak about processing trauma, learning to control anxiety, getting help for your marriage.
The decision to begin therapy does not make you weak minded or a weak person; it does not mean you have failed, it means you're ready to get better! Everyone has different reasons for attending therapy: anxiety, trauma, family, relationship issues, intimacy issues, gender dysphoria.... No matter what made you take this step know that you are in a safe space where your rights and beliefs are fully validated. As a client focused therapist I will not give you advise but rather help you find your own solutions to the barriers lying in your way that's keeping you from living your best life.
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Clara O Magallanes
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC, EMDR, CLYL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Congratulations on taking the first step to feeling better. As a licensed professional counselor in Texas, I’m here to help you take the next step to begin creating a positive change in your life today. My approach is person centered & I work with children, teens, & adults. I use scientifically driven therapies to alleviate complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, grief, sleep, insomnia, relationship issues, self-esteem, social anxiety, school issues, ADHD, parenting, a difficult phase in your life or challenging experiences. Working together, I support & empower clients to discover & develop their full potential.
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Tiffany Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hidalgo, TX 78557
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Dr. Juan Carlos Castillo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
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Delia Yazmin Villarreal
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties are in pediatric and neurodevelopmental disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), emotional disturbances, non-suicidal-self-injury and suicidality, personality disorders, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress; Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, conduct and externalizing disorders, intellectual disabilities, and specific learning disorders.
I am an independently Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) providing our South Texas community with culturally sensitive, holistic, and empirically-supported psychological services tailored to each of my patient's individual needs and circumstances. I'm a native from Monterrey, NL, Mexico and have lived in South Texas for 28 years. As a bilingual psychology practitioner, I offer comprehensive Spanish, English, and dual-language evaluations, brief examinations, and long-term psychotherapeutic treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in the State of Texas.
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Dr. Sparrow's DreamStar Counseling and Supervision
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCS-TX, LMFT-VA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Bienvenidos! As a Valley native, I have been in private practice since 1982 in Virginia and Texas. I work with clients above the age of 12 (and younger children in family therapy). I specialize in resolving depression and anxiety, and tackling marital problems relating to infidelity, intimacy, child rearing, midlife crisis, and communicating. When a client is motivated, I find that short-term therapy is often sufficient to effect significant positive changes, but I may see clients for longer periods when the problems are related to childhood wounds. I often use dream analysis to deepen our work, and to help in resolving trauma.
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Jamie Spanski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
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Sara E. Aguilar
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, M Ed, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
I use evidence-based techniques to help you navigate the challenges of anxiety and depression, offering tools to manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
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(972) 236-5696 View (972) 236-5696
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Counseling and Wellness Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, CAC, MTS, MA
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
Waitlist for new clients
Also in mental health issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD by using different types of therapeutic modalities are very important in my practice.
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Also in mental health issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD by using different types of therapeutic modalities are very important in my practice.
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Vanessa Villarreal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to challenge and change maladaptive cognitive distortions and behaviors which have negatively impacted ones life, and provide tools to improve emotion regulation, and the development of personal coping strategies to effectively problem solve independently. I am also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), which is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences stemming from a variety of stressors, most notably: trauma, depression, anxiety, panic, disturbing memories, and PTSD.
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Dr. Christian Javier Crespo Rodriguez
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78504
I also have experience with personality disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety), and trauma.
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(956) 395-1761 View (956) 395-1761
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Melissa Isabel Medina
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to a transformative journey towards healing and wellness. With a focus on assisting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma-related stress disorders, and adjustment difficulties, I am here to support you on your unique path to recovery. I strongly believe in tailoring therapy to meet each client's specific needs. There is no one-size-fits-all approach in my practice. Instead, I strive to understand where my clients are in their journey and meet them there, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.
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(956) 450-7128 View (956) 450-7128
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Josefina Irigoyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
I have experience and have had success in working with patients suffering from different psychiatric diagnosis such as: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, behavioral issues, survivors of abuse, substance abuse, relationship issues.
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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.