Ricardo Velazquez Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate / Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor-Intern
Supervised by Maribel Arias, LPC-S, NCC
If you have been feeling stressed, stuck, down, or just not like yourself, therapy can help. I work with adults across Texas who are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood swings, trauma, or big changes in life. All of my sessions are online, so you can meet with me from home or wherever you feel comfortable.
I use methods that have been well studied and shown to work:
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy): helps you notice unhelpful thoughts and find better ways to think and respond.
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy): teaches skills for handling strong emotions, stress, and conflict.
Trauma informed care: we move at your pace, and you decide what we talk about.
Mindfulness: simple tools to calm your mind and stay in the moment.
When it fits, I also use experimental approaches like video games, anime, and music in sessions. You're a human with interests and experiences! Why not bring those elements into the room? Some people find it easier to open up when therapy feels a little less formal.
About Me
Before and alongside my counseling work, I have been involved in mental health research, including at the Bipolar Disorder Center at UT Austin. I am also studying neuropsychology at UT Tyler, which looks at how the brain affects mood and behavior. Outside of work, I enjoy music, nutrition, technology, and philosophy. Everyone is welcome here, no matter your background.
If you're looking for an assessment, space to talk, or ready to make a change, I would be glad to hear from you.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Trauma and PTSD
Anger
Life Changes and Stress
Identity
Substance Use
Licensure
Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate
Texas License #97735
Supervised by Maribel Arias, LPC-S, NCC
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor-Intern
Therapy Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Trauma Informed Therapy
Mindfulness
Existentialism
Research Projects
AI-SCID-5 - using AI to make diagnostic interviews faster and more accurate
SMART-BD - optimizing outcomes in bipolar disorder via personalized care
Nectary Plus - mapping neural and cognitive pathways to decode bipolar disorder in youth
NimStim - mapping human emotion and neural processing with a multiracial facial database
Fees, Insurance & Payment Options
Insurance Accepted:
Aetna
Cigna
BCBS
Self-Pay Options:
$75 *sliding scale available
Locations
Virtual only in the state of Texas