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Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT

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Dr. Whedbee works with women, children, couples, and families seeking to move past obstacles, heal from trauma, and grow into their full potential. She specializes in supporting children, teens, and adults navigating life transitions, emotional challenges, and relational struggles, helping them develop resilience, clarity, and meaningful connections.
She is EMDR-trained and a Certified Child-Centered Play Therapist, offering evidence-based approaches to help clients process trauma, manage stress, and strengthen relationships. Her work integrates therapeutic expertise with compassion and a focus on personal growth.
Dr. Whedbee draws on her professional experience and Christian values to provide warm, nonjudgmental support. She is committed to helping clients feel seen, understood, and empowered, creating a safe space to explore challenges and build a more fulfilling life.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Plano, TX 75093

(469) 434-3053

Longview, TX 75605

My website
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (469) 434-3053
Photo of Cara Whedbee, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Plano, TX 75093

(469) 434-3053

Longview, TX 75605

My website
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170
  • Couple Sessions $200

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with United, Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Sheild.. I offer self-pay sessions at 170. I can provide a super bill so you can pursue reimbursement from your insurance. I'll be in network with United soon!
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Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 434-3053
"
I am in network with United, Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Sheild.. I offer self-pay sessions at 170. I can provide a super bill so you can pursue reimbursement from your insurance. I'll be in network with United soon!
Photo of Cara Whedbee, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 434-3053

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 200887 Cara Lee Whedbee
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Attended Louisiana Baptist University, PhD, Graduated 2005
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Dr. Cara Whedbee, PhD, LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) (Texas, Virginia, and North Carolina). EMDR trained, Certified Child-Centered Play Therapist, with expertise in Christian counseling.
Photo of Cara Whedbee, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 434-3053
"
Dr. Cara Whedbee, PhD, LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) (Texas, Virginia, and North Carolina). EMDR trained, Certified Child-Centered Play Therapist, with expertise in Christian counseling.
Photo of Cara Whedbee, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 434-3053

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
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Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (469) 434-3053

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Dr. Whedbee uses EMDR and Child-Centered Play Therapy to help clients process trauma, manage stress, and strengthen relationships. She integrates evidence-based approaches with compassion, creating a safe, supportive space for children, teens, and women and families to heal and grow.
Photo of Cara Whedbee, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 434-3053
"
Dr. Whedbee uses EMDR and Child-Centered Play Therapy to help clients process trauma, manage stress, and strengthen relationships. She integrates evidence-based approaches with compassion, creating a safe, supportive space for children, teens, and women and families to heal and grow.
Photo of Cara Whedbee, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 434-3053

Location

Primary Location

Plano, TX 75093

(469) 434-3053

Additional Location

Longview, TX 75605

(469) 434-3053

Nearby Areas

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Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call for a free consultation now - (469) 434-3053
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Cara Whedbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCPT
Call for a free consultation now - (469) 434-3053