Ricardo Velazquez Garcia

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate / Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor -Intern

Supervised by Maribel Arias, LPC-S, NCC

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure? I'm here to help you explore these feelings, overcome challenges, and create lasting positive change. My expertise includes supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and identity exploration. I provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling tailored specifically to you.

My therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed practices with innovative interventions like neurofeedback, video game therapy, virtual reality (VR) therapy, and mindfulness strategies. I am certified in administering assessments such as SCID-5-RV, K-SADS, CAPS-5, Young Mania Rating Scale, Hamilton Depression Scale, etc. which are used to tailor your sessions effectively to meet your unique needs.

In addition to my clinical work, I’m actively involved in mental health research at UT Austin's Bipolar Disorder Center. My experience in clinical research and my personal passion for incorporating technology and creative arts into therapy helps create a dynamic, engaging therapeutic environment.

Outside of counseling, I'm deeply passionate about music, nutrition, technology, and philosophy, all of which influence my creative and holistic approach to mental wellness. If you're ready to embark on a meaningful journey toward healing and self-discovery, I warmly invite you to reach out.


Specialties

Mood disorders (Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression)

Trauma

Life Transitions

Anger Management


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

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Mindfulness Techniques

Neurofeedback Interventions

Virtual Reality Therapy



Research Projects

NimStim

Smart-BD

Nectary-Plus


Fees, Insurance & Payment Options

Insurance Accepted:

  • Aetna

  • Cigna

Self Pay Options:

  • $75 *sliding scale available


Locations

Virtual only in the state of Texas