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Nelly Vela

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults through anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and relationship challenges. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. I tailor our work to your needs and pace, and I show up with compassion and genuine respect for your story.

My approach to therapy

My approach is grounded in evidence‐based care and the belief that healing happens when you feel truly seen and supported. I integrate CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and creative tools like journaling and guided imagery to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with your resilience. I work alongside you, honoring your lived experience while helping you move toward meaningful change.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a gentle, welcoming space to share what’s been weighing on you at your own pace. We’ll explore what brings you to therapy, what you’re hoping for, and what kind of support feels most helpful right now. I’ll ask thoughtful questions, offer grounding when needed, and work with you to create a plan that feels clear, manageable, and aligned with your goals. My hope is that you leave feeling heard, understood, and a little lighter.

About me

  • I identify as
    Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lamar University Graduate School
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, OCD, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Structural Family, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish