Training in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology. Specializing in disorders related to children such as Attention Deficit Disorder, ADHD, Autism, and Learning Disabilities. Received Doctorate degree from Texas Tech University in 1989. Post doctoral and internships completed at Audie Murphy VA Hospital in San Antonio. Established private practice in Laredo, TX May, 1991. Currently, employed by the Laredo VA Clinic in Primary Care Mental Health needs, and maintains private practice to serve the needs of the community.

Have you been feeling down lately or with no motivation? Perhaps you need someone to listen and help you guide you to a brighter path. Losing a loved one, domestic violence, trauma, abuse, parenting stress, and daily stressors can come to a breaking point where you can no longer do it on your own.

I am honored to walk along side you on your journey to self-discovery and healing. My passion, as a therapist, is to partner with you as you are working through your struggles, heal from your painful experiences, and to grow stronger in the process. Therefore, I truly believe in utilizing techniques that apply to the individual as a whole.

Welcome to my counseling practice. Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat Anxiety and Trauma disorders and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. We utilize EMDR and Virtual Reality Immersion Therapy to address the issues causing pain. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful memories and the sensations associated with those memories. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. We can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.

I perform psychological assessments (e.g., customs and border patrol psychological evaluations, ADHD, bariatric surgery) for adults. In my therapy practice, I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who are struggling with conflict, depression, anxiety, self-worth, difficult relationships, and other issues that negatively impact their lives. It is possible to gain relief from your struggles. My focus is on maximizing our time together to help you meet your goals.

Hello, I am Brandi Velasco. I am a multi-cultural, LGBTQ+ ally therapist in Laredo, Texas. Growing up in South Texas has allowed me to understand the unique and eclectic culture we all share. Between emotional struggles, LGBTQ+ issues, and other life stressors, I strive to understand and support you in your journey to better mental health.

Thank you for visiting my page. If you are a parent in search of services for your child, yourself, and/or your family, you’ve come to right place. When youth and families experience stress and trauma, it can be difficult to find a way back to healthy living. My work is centralized on helping youth and their families build resilience in the aftermath of adversity, including abuse, grief, medical illness, and violence victimization. Through hands-on techniques, I help youth and families develop skills that lessen difficult feelings and memories and promote a path to wellness.

Thank you for checking out the professional practice profile at Vasquez Counseling & Consulting Psychology (VCCP). Like many individuals accessing this website you, or someone you know, is going through a tough time and you have decided that talking to a psychologist might help. You are not alone. Many individuals, including those that seem to have their lives perfectly "put together," struggle with issues like depression, anxiety, or wrestle through relational problems with spouses. Maybe you feel like an addiction has gripped you. Most people experiencing these issues struggle alone; but, you don't have to fight alone.

For the past 27 years I have been assisting members in our community and surrounding areas with an array of mental health issues confronting them and their families. Among these have been MH Evaluations and Clearances, Treatment for Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Dependence, Children/Adolescent Services, Anger Management, Couple, Marriage & Family Counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Impulse Control Issues, Self Harm, Self-Esteem Issues, Body Image Concerns, Sexual Disorders, Weight Reduction/Control, Gender Identity Issues, Behavioral Pain Management, Vocational/Career Counseling, Stress management Biofeedback, Hypnotherapy, and other.

I believe people need a listening ear to work through difficult times. I see psychotherapy as an avenue to help people heal. Whether a person is struggling with issues at home, school or work, everyone needs treatment free of judgement. I am honest & straight-forward in my approach. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and people with special needs who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationships and more. I believe a therapist should be positive and motivational to bring about change in a client's life. My goal is to work with in collaboration with me to find solutions to their emotional health concerns.

Perhaps you're down or anxious or maybe you're unsure about the future and feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Maybe you feel unheard, unloved, unappreciated and taken for granted. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support and would love the opportunity to work with you to figure out how to get you to a place that gives you purpose and fulfill your needs.

Are you feeling anxious, overly stressed, having trouble sleeping, and just feeling stuck? Are you dealing with issues that you do not think others are able to understand? Do you need someone to listen you, care about your progress, and show you compassion in a judgement-free zone while we work toward your goals? If you want to make a change in your life to work towards bettering your life, let's work on that together.

COUNSELING. What does it mean when we hear that word? To some its intimidation, fear, broken, and some may even think judgment. All of those definitions could not be further from the truth. We all have times in life when we need to clarify our perspective on life's challenges and opportunities. Counseling is an avenue to provide encouragement and assistance to those facing various life challenges. Sometimes we are unable to conquer serious challenges alone. I am able to provide the help and support needed to achieve that next level.

Are you ready to change the way you've been living? Addiction of any sort, whether it be to alcohol or drugs, can be devastating to both individuals and families. As a person in long-term recovery I'm intimately familiar with what it takes to recover and have dedicated my life to helping families and individuals heal from addiction and step into a new life filled with hope and promise. I specialize in motivating clients to seek treatment and assisting individuals who have recently left treatment to find the appropriate supports in their community.

I conduct on-line-video counseling sessions through a HIPPA compliant platform, which is a secure portal that allows me to see my patients via remote video conferencing. This service is ideal for those that are seeking: Increased comfort with the ability to attend appointments from home; increased anonymity; greater flexibility in appointment times and locations; inclement weather solution; eliminate round-trip travel time. Most people agree that one of the most valuable assets they own is their time.

If you are searching for a counselor to help you make it through a difficult time or a traumatic experience, I’d love to hear from you. People tend to be of the opinion that they need to push through life’s difficulties on their own, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. Seeing a therapist can provide you with the tools you need to move forward confidently. The goal at Holistic Counseling SA is to help you bring positive intention and balance into your life. No matter the situation, I’d love to help you work through it

My expertise is working with first responders, military, law enforcement, detention deputies, and those that serve others. I thank you for and your family for your service.

I specialize in brief therapy with a solution-focused approach using my client's strengths to arrive at solutions to their current problem. Oftentimes, these solutions can be practiced and implemented in a relatively short period of time. If necessary, I use additional tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnosis.