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Riya Vettickal

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

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Houston, TX 77074
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You might be someone who may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or stuck in patterns shaped by past trauma or difficult relationships. You may be navigating life transitions. Deep down, you may want to feel more grounded, connected, and confident in themselves. You may be seeking a safe space where you won’t be judged or dismissed, where your emotions and experiences are validated and explored with compassion. You may not always know exactly what healing looks like, but are open to doing the work gently, with support. Your goal isn’t perfection; it’s clarity, self-acceptance, and emotional resilience.
Using a trauma-informed, person-centered, and holistic approach, I incorporate Natural Processing and Somatic EMDR to gently guide clients toward healing, not just through talk therapy, but by helping the body and nervous system release stored stress and pain. My goal is to help you move from surviving to thriving, one step, one session at a time.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve been holding things in for a long time or haven’t felt truly seen before. Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to listen with care, to hold space for your story, support you in moving toward healing, get the clarity you deserve and help build your ideal life.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Houston, TX 77074

(346) 586-2014

Dallas, TX 75211

My website
I offer individual therapy Monday through Saturday via secure Telehealth sessions, available to clients anywhere in Texas.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (346) 586-2014
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Houston, TX 77074

(346) 586-2014

Dallas, TX 75211

My website
I offer individual therapy Monday through Saturday via secure Telehealth sessions, available to clients anywhere in Texas.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Quest Behavioral Health
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I accept Quest, Carelon, Cigna, and Aetna insurance. For out-of-network clients, I provide superbills to help with reimbursement. Private pay rates are available; please reach out with questions. I'm happy to work with you to make therapy affordable and accessible.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014
"
I accept Quest, Carelon, Cigna, and Aetna insurance. For out-of-network clients, I provide superbills to help with reimbursement. Private pay rates are available; please reach out with questions. I'm happy to work with you to make therapy affordable and accessible.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 81080 Riya Vettickal
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Dallas Baptist University, Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors 81080 / 2023
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) currently working on Doctorate of Professional Counseling specializing in trauma. Trained in trauma-informed care, Somatic EMDR, and Natural Processing. Committed to compassionate, personalized therapy for teens and adults in a safe, supportive space since 2019.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014
"
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) currently working on Doctorate of Professional Counseling specializing in trauma. Trained in trauma-informed care, Somatic EMDR, and Natural Processing. Committed to compassionate, personalized therapy for teens and adults in a safe, supportive space since 2019.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
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I support clients with trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Treatment often includes mindfulness, emotional processing, and skill-building. You can expect greater clarity, resilience, and a deeper connection to yourself. Most clients experience gradual change through increased awareness and healing. Treatment focuses on processing emotions and developing healthy coping strategies.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014
"
I support clients with trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Treatment often includes mindfulness, emotional processing, and skill-building. You can expect greater clarity, resilience, and a deeper connection to yourself. Most clients experience gradual change through increased awareness and healing. Treatment focuses on processing emotions and developing healthy coping strategies.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Malayalam

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Malayalam

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I also use Natural Processing to help you grow your window of tolerance and presence. Together, we'll create a safe, compassionate space to explore emotions, heal past wounds, and foster meaningful, lasting change. You'll be met with warmth, curiosity, and respect.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014
"
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I also use Natural Processing to help you grow your window of tolerance and presence. Together, we'll create a safe, compassionate space to explore emotions, heal past wounds, and foster meaningful, lasting change. You'll be met with warmth, curiosity, and respect.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 586-2014

Location

Primary Location

Houston, TX 77074

(346) 586-2014

Additional Location

Dallas, TX 75211

(346) 586-2014
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I offer individual therapy Monday through Saturday via secure Telehealth sessions, available to clients anywhere in Texas.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (346) 586-2014
"
I offer individual therapy Monday through Saturday via secure Telehealth sessions, available to clients anywhere in Texas.
Photo of Riya Vettickal, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Riya Vettickal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (346) 586-2014