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Dr. Avni Vyas

Psychologist
24 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

With decades of experience as a licensed psychologist, professor, and clinical supervisor, I’ve learned that the most effective therapy happens when we are real. My approach is deeply collaborative, warm, and conversational—but I don't just sit back and nod. I am an active, direct partner in your growth. Together, we will look honestly at the patterns holding you back, laugh when we can, and do the meaningful work it takes to build healthier individuals, marriages, and families.

My approach to therapy

Because I view people through a systemic lens, I don't just look at you in isolation; I look at the invisible threads connecting you to your family, your relationship dynamics, and your history.

My approach balances unwavering warmth with uncompromising directness. I provide a deeply supportive, safe environment where you will feel completely heard. I am an active, collaborative partner in your growth. That means I will gently but clearly highlight your blind spots, challenge self-sabotaging patterns, and hold you accountable to the goals you set for yourself.

What you can expect from me

The first session isn’t just a paperwork drill or a cold interrogation; it sets the tone for our entire collaborative relationship. It is a shared conversation where we begin combining deep, supportive warmth with a clear, active focus on your goals.

Before we dive into the hard stuff, we build a foundation. You will experience a relaxed, conversational environment. My first priority is to understand who you are, what you value, and what it feels like to walk in your shoes.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Direct, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    24 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at The University of Texas at Arlington, Other at Texas Woman's University
  • License type
    Psychologist (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Humanistic, Trauma Focused CBT, Psychodynamic, Attachment Based, Relational, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Behavior Modification, Strategic Family Therapy, Structural Family, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Gestalt, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Bowen Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Children, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Gujarati, Hindi