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Joseph Garza

he/him

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

geometry-shapes iconSelf Esteem, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills, Divorce
Online in Texas
13 years in practice
Ages served: 11-65+

Joseph accepts 59 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Ambetter by Superior Health Plan
Baylor Scott and White Health Plan
Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | Blue Advantage HMO (BAV)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | MyBlue (BFT)
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Christus Health Plan Exchange
Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Clover Health Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage
EHN | AUTO CLUB ENTERPRISES
EHN | BUIST BYARS AND TAYLOR
EHN | CHILDRENS MEDICAL GROUP
EHN | CITY OF TEMPLE
EHN | CLASSIC CHEVROLET
EHN | DECENT HEALTH INC
EHN | ENCORE ENTERPRISES
EHN | FAMILY EMERGENCY ROOM LLC
EHN | HUMBLE ISD
EHN | MALONE INDUSTRIAL MACHINE
EHN | STAR TRANSPORTATION
EHN | THRIVE MORTGAGE
EHN | VINTAGE CHURCH
EHN | WHOLE HEALTH PLAN
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Healthcare Highways
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
Imperial Insurance Companies TX
JP Farley Corporation
Medicare TX
Memorial Hermann Health Plan
Moda Health
Multi Plan PHCS
Municipal Health Benefit Program
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
SCAN Health Plan Medicare Advantage Texas
Tricare West
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
Veterans Affairs (VA) TriWest Texas
WellCare by Allwell Medicare Advantage

Self pay costs

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200
first session
$170
subsequent sessions

Joseph Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 13 years of experience. He enjoys working with clients of all ages, and especially loves when a client is open to change. Joseph has worked with various mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, ADHD, and many more. He has experience working with couples and families as well.

Joseph completed his Master's degree in Counseling at Dallas Baptist University. He has biblical counseling as a foundation, as well, if needed by his clients. This can add an additional resource and support for his clients, too. Joseph is certified in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and uses this along with exposure therapy to work with clients struggling with anxiety and other disorders.

As stated previously, change can be difficult but with the right experience, wisdom, and guidance, change does not have to be avoided. Joseph understands this and has a heart for people to grow and to have a healthy perspective on themselves and others. If you are ready to begin this journey, please reach out to schedule with Joseph, so that your shared journey can begin.

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"Change can be difficult for anybody, but with the right guidance, it is entirely possible to reach your desired outcome."

Excellent service through thriveworks along with an excellent therapist!

Juniper, verified patient of Joseph

Testimonials are from real patients who completed a post-session satisfaction survey and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

To help people through difficult situations by change for the betterment of the person.


What types of clients do you work with best?

Clients who are open to change and are willing to do the work.


What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

That learning is a part of change and that being open or humble can expedite the process to reach desired goals.


Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

Convenient and needing extra clients to see.


What inspires you?

My faith and my life as well as many others.


What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Warmth, security, educated, with no judgement, guilt, or shame. At the end of the session, goals to be obtained.


What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Their goals.


What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I believe in empowering not enabling and will assign homework at times.


What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Outdoors, exercise, movies, travel, try new foods.


What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

Firm and compassionate.


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SpecialtiesSelf Esteem, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Infidelity, Life Transition, Men’s Issues, Relationships, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress
ApproachesAny / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychoanalytic, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Family Systems, Gestalt, Narrative, Person-Centered Therapy, Positive Psychology

Years in practice
13 years
Graduating institute
Dallas Baptist University
Graduating degree
Masters of Arts in Counseling

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Languages spoken by this provider
EnglishSpanish
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NPI number1821361601
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Licensed in
Texas
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License number67382

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Individual Counseling
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