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Yara Castillo

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd (she, her)

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Houston, TX 77007
I support adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are navigating a stressful season or life transition. Many are facing anxiety, emotional fatigue, difficulty with focus or staying organized, or the lingering impact of past experiences. I have a particular interest in working with BIPOC clients and individuals from marginalized communities and strive to provide care that is culturally responsive and affirming. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and helping you feel more grounded, confident, and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges.
You may be feeling emotionally exhausted or carrying experiences that still weigh on you. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in empathy and curiosity, with awareness of how culture, identity, and systems of power shape emotional well-being.
You don’t have to know exactly what you’re looking for or where to begin. Many people come to therapy feeling unsure, at a crossroads, or simply curious about support. We can start there and explore together. If you’re ready to begin, I invite you to reach out.
Call or Yara Castillo now for a free 15 minute consultation - (346) 450-8255

My Practice at a Glance

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Houston, TX 77007

(346) 450-8255

Los Angeles, CA 90001

My website
I offer telehealth appointments only. I am available on most weekdays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Women's Issues 
$155 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (346) 450-8255
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Houston, TX 77007

(346) 450-8255

Los Angeles, CA 90001

My website
I offer telehealth appointments only. I am available on most weekdays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Women's Issues 
$155 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $155
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ascension (SmartHealth)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with multiple insurances. I use Headway, Alma, Sondermind, and others for billing purposes.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255
"
I am in network with multiple insurances. I use Headway, Alma, Sondermind, and others for billing purposes.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 78667 Yara Arreola Castillo
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended University of Houston, M.Ed. in Counseling, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with American Counseling Association
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I am licensed to practice in Texas and California. Texas license: 78667 Exp 5/27 - California license: 11550 Exp 5/26
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255
"
I am licensed to practice in Texas and California. Texas license: 78667 Exp 5/27 - California license: 11550 Exp 5/26
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I help with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and the lingering impact of past experiences. Treatment often involves building insight, processing emotions, and developing coping skills that support nervous system regulation and daily functioning. Benefits may include feeling more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself and others.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255
"
I help with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and the lingering impact of past experiences. Treatment often involves building insight, processing emotions, and developing coping skills that support nervous system regulation and daily functioning. Benefits may include feeling more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself and others.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255

2 Endorsements

Jasmine R Turner
Jasmine R Turner
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPC
Yara is an amazing clinician with years of experience with teens and adults. She has so much compassion for others. She is so real and refreshing. I would recommend her to anyone seeking out care.
Najmeh Poursaeidimahani
Najmeh Poursaeidimahani
Licensed Professional CounselorMA
Yara is a compassionate, knowledgeable, reliable and highly skilled counselor, she brings deep empathy, professionalism and strong clinical insight to her work with clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach grounded in compassion-focused and emotion-focused individual therapy. Therapy with me is a warm, collaborative space where we move at your pace. Sessions include reflection, emotional processing, and gentle skill-building to support healing and growth.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255
"
I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach grounded in compassion-focused and emotion-focused individual therapy. Therapy with me is a warm, collaborative space where we move at your pace. Sessions include reflection, emotional processing, and gentle skill-building to support healing and growth.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (346) 450-8255

Location

Primary Location

Houston, TX 77007

(346) 450-8255

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90001

(346) 450-8255
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I offer telehealth appointments only. I am available on most weekdays.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call for a free consultation now - (346) 450-8255
"
I offer telehealth appointments only. I am available on most weekdays.
Photo of Yara Castillo, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Yara Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, MEd
Call for a free consultation now - (346) 450-8255