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Deisy Ybarra

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
3900 Merrett Drive Fort Worth, TX 76135
At Empowering Connections Therapy, we believe healing begins with connection. Our practice was founded on the understanding that children and teens do not grow in isolation — they grow within families. When a young person is struggling with anxiety, behavioral concerns, trauma, emotional regulation, or life transitions, the entire family feels the impact. That is why our work centers not only on the child, but on strengthening the relationships that support them.Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where children, teens, and their families feel seen, heard, and understood.
We specialize in bilingual (English/Spanish) play therapy, trauma-informed, and developmentally responsive approaches that meet children and adolescents where they are. Through play, creativity, and evidence-based interventions, we help young clients express emotions they may not yet have the words to describe.
At the heart of our work is a family-centered approach. We partner closely with parents and caregivers, offering guidance, education, and practical tools to support healing beyond the therapy room. We believe parents are not the problem — they are a vital part of the solution. We believe it takes a village! We want to be a part of your village.
Call or Deisy Ybarra now for a free 15 minute consultation - (817) 242-5591

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Empowering Connections Therapy, PLLC

3900 Merrett Drive

Fort Worth, TX 76135 map

(817) 242-5591

2300 Highland Village Road

Highland Village, TX 75077 map

My website
I am currently able to see clients in person and via telehealth.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Parenting 
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (817) 242-5591
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Empowering Connections Therapy, PLLC

3900 Merrett Drive

Fort Worth, TX 76135 map

(817) 242-5591

2300 Highland Village Road

Highland Village, TX 75077 map

My website
I am currently able to see clients in person and via telehealth.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Parenting 
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
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Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 242-5591
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Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 242-5591

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 77912 Deisy Ybarra
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended University of North Texas, Master's Degree, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Association for Play Therapy- Registered Play Therapist T4487 / 2020
  • Certificate from EMDRIA Certified Therapist, Approved Consultant 2020
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I am Bilingual (English/Spanish), Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified Therapist, trauma informed, LGBTQIA affirming therapist.
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 242-5591
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I am Bilingual (English/Spanish), Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified Therapist, trauma informed, LGBTQIA affirming therapist.
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 242-5591

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Parenting

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychosis
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in working with people who struggle with feeling lack of motivation, low self-confidence, they struggle with procrastination or executive dysfunction. I work with parents who are wanting to learn how to support their children/teen who are struggling with anxiety or depression. I use EMDR and other effective treatment modalities.
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 242-5591
"
I specialize in working with people who struggle with feeling lack of motivation, low self-confidence, they struggle with procrastination or executive dysfunction. I work with parents who are wanting to learn how to support their children/teen who are struggling with anxiety or depression. I use EMDR and other effective treatment modalities.
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 242-5591

3 Endorsements

Kelsey Barrett
Kelsey Barrett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Deisy is an exceptional find. She is excellent with children and bilingual. She provides knowledge paired with warmth and compassion creatively. She is also very talented with E.M.D.R. with children.
Leslie West
Leslie West
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EMDR
Deisy is a highly skilled mental health professional with extensive experience. Her focus on family dynamics is one of the many things that sets her apart from other therapists. I especially recommend her for child/adolescent clients.
Graziela Solomon
Graziela Solomon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Deisy is an amazing therapist-knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly helpful. She radiates confidence, empathy, and a calming presence that helps clients feel safe, understood, and supported.

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

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

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • CPRT
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (817) 242-5591
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (817) 242-5591

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Empowering Connections Therapy, PLLC

3900 Merrett Drive

Fort Worth, TX 76135

(817) 242-5591

Additional Location

2300 Highland Village Road

Highland Village, TX 75077

(817) 242-5591
"
I am currently able to see clients in person and via telehealth.
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call for a free consultation now - (817) 242-5591
"
I am currently able to see clients in person and via telehealth.
Photo of Deisy Ybarra, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Deisy Ybarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR CT
Call for a free consultation now - (817) 242-5591