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Karla Pantoja

Therapist
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with experience providing trauma-informed mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults in community, residential, and telehealth settings. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Growing up in South Texas and being bilingual in English and Spanish inspired my passion for providing culturally responsive care.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered, with a focus on helping individuals and families feel supported, empowered, and safe.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel heard and understood. During the first session, we will discuss your current concerns, personal history, and goals for therapy at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I believe in creating a collaborative space where clients feel safe exploring challenges related to stress, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. Together, we will identify strengths, develop meaningful goals, and begin building tools and coping strategies that support healing, growth, and overall well-being.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    Other at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anger management, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Children
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    4425 North McColl Road
    McAllen, TX 78504