

Whether you're navigating alcohol use disorder, substance dependence, or behavioral addictions, Headway's Texas-based network of 2,771 providers offers personalized support including 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and medication management. Free consultations are available, with most sessions covered by insurance.
Karen Vargas, M.Ed., NCC, LPC
Karen Vargas is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Sam Houston State University and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from Texas Tech University. She is also a National Certified Counselor with over 13 years of experience in education and school counseling, working closely with adolescents and families from diverse backgrounds.
Karen believes that every individual has the strength and potential to grow through life’s challenges. She strives to provide a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel safe to share their stories and begin their mental health journey. Her approach is collaborative and compassionate- focused on helping clients recognize their inner strengths and build healthy patterns of thinking and behavior.
Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, Karen helps clients manage and overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, past trauma, relationship issues, ADHD, and pre-/postpartum transitions. Her goal is to help each client improve their overall quality of life by developing balance between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, Karen values connection and cultural sensitivity in her work, allowing her to reach and support a broader range of individuals and families.
Outside of counseling, Karen enjoys spending time with her husband of 14 years and their three boys. She loves running, being outdoors, and staying involved in her community. Her years working with at-risk youth and families-including those experiencing homelessness, foster care, and economic hardship- have strengthened her passion for helping others find hope, healing, and resilience.
Hello! My name is Bryce Kennedy and as someone who once needed counseling, I recognize the impact of having the support you need. I have been a counselor for 2 years after obtaining my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Abilene Christian University. I have been working with a wide variety of clients including those with intellectual disabilities, 2ingage, behavioral hospitals, couples, and more. I specialize in teens and adults from a variety of backgrounds and look forward to meeting you!
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I am Lisa Lang, LCSW, a licensed therapist here in Texas. I am compassionate, engaged, interactive, and sensitive to client needs. I take pleasure in helping individuals improve their quality of life. I offer an open and safe environment to explore emotions and relationship patterns without judgment or vilification. I extend a supportive, empathetic, natural, and unbiased atmosphere, filled with positive energy.
I serve clients suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, strained relationships, substance use, trauma, alcoholism, interpersonal problems, IPV/DV, and those coping with grief or loss.
My name is Blake. I am a licensed professional counselor here in Texas. I specialize in trauma and men's mental health. I have worked with a diverse array of clients and concerns.
Hi, I’m Elizabeth Gyang, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing. I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a supportive and judgment-free environment.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other mental health challenges. My approach is personalized, collaborative, and focused on helping each individual achieve emotional wellness and improved quality of life.
I believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to empower you and your family with the tools and guidance needed to navigate life's challenges and build lasting resilience.
I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward healing and wellness—one step at a time.


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