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Kristine R Gonzalez

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC (she, her)

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Laredo, TX 78041
Some of us are surviving through life, but are we really living? Life comes with many challenges and obstacles that can impact our mental health and overall well-being. While taking that initiative in seeking counseling can be overwhelming and scary, it is the first step to your journey of healing and that shows strength. Creating a safe space for you to express yourself is of upmost importance to me and I do so by demonstrating genuine empathy and establishing trust in the work I do with clients. I aim to facilitate growth and empowerment by taking a collaborative approach with clients as we go through the therapeutic process.
In my line of work, I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use issues, behavioral issues, adjustment issues, self-esteem, relationship issues, vocational/career issues, and/or every day life stressors.
Whenever you’re ready to take that first step, know I’ll be here to walk beside you on your new journey of healing.
Call or Kristine R Gonzalez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (956) 758-1447

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Laredo, TX 78041

(956) 758-1447
My website
No wait-list. Currently have openings for online sessions only.
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (956) 758-1447
Photo of Kristine R Gonzalez, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Laredo, TX 78041

(956) 758-1447
My website
No wait-list. Currently have openings for online sessions only.
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I accept BCBS, UHC, Ambetter, and Superior.
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (956) 758-1447
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I accept BCBS, UHC, Ambetter, and Superior.
Photo of Kristine R Gonzalez, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (956) 758-1447

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 80529 Kristine R Gonzalez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended Texas A&M International University, MA, Graduated 2017
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I graduated with my PhD in Rehabilitation Counseling at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in May 2023.
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (956) 758-1447
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I graduated with my PhD in Rehabilitation Counseling at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in May 2023.
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (956) 758-1447

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Intellectual Disability
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
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2 Endorsements

Dr. James F. Whittenberg
Dr. James F. Whittenberg
Licensed Professional CounselorPhDLPC-SLCDCNCCACS
Kristine is an amazing and compassionate therapist. She has the education, training, experience, and supervision to provide the highest quality of services. I highly recommend her to help clients decrease symptoms and improve relationships.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
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Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
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Groups


Location

Primary Location

Laredo, TX 78041

(956) 758-1447

Group Practice

Enriched Roots

Nearby Areas

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No wait-list. Currently have openings for online sessions only.
Photo of Kristine R Gonzalez, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (956) 758-1447
"
No wait-list. Currently have openings for online sessions only.
Photo of Kristine R Gonzalez, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Kristine R Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (956) 758-1447