Katy van der Merwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (254) 278-2981 x110

Available both in-person and online
510 North Valley Mills Drive Suite 304 Waco, TX 76710
There's not a one-size-fits-all when it comes to growth and healing.
If you're struggling with focus and attention, there are solutions.
If you have a child who is experiencing difficulty or barriers to growth, this is a safe place to problem solve and heal.
Having difficulty with immigration/re-integration to the States? I get it.
If life is hitting you differently than you planned- there's a way to come out of it stronger.
There's nothing you will bring to the table that will change my view of you- a human worthy of unconditional respect.
I have been trained by experts in Play Therapy, soon to credential as an RPT (Registered Play Therapist).
I understand what it's like to face really hard things. You're not alone here.
I work using the modality that fits you BEST.
Give a call or send a message. Let's see how you or your loved one can thrive. Life is too short to live burdened by things you can change.
Call or Email Katy van der Merwe now for a free 15 minute consultation - (254) 278-2981 x110
Let's Connect (254) 278-2981 x110

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $90
- Couple Sessions $90
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna EAP
- Cigna Medicare
- Curative
- First Health
- Magellan
- Medicare
- Scott & White Health Plan
- Surest
- TriWest
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Katy van der Merwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (254) 278-2981 x110
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 92388 Katy Faith van der Merwe
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Tarleton State University, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
- Certificate from Texas Education Agency 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Katy van der Merwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (254) 278-2981 x110
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Autism
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Women's Issues
Katy van der Merwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (254) 278-2981 x110
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
I also speak
I understand and am growing in Afrikaans fluency.
Religion
Christian
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
I also speak
I understand and am growing in Afrikaans fluency.
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Adlerian
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Katy van der Merwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (254) 278-2981 x110
Location
Katy van der Merwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (254) 278-2981 x110