Alejandra Machado, LPC
Alejandra Machado, LPC
Verified
Telehealth Available
Professions: Licensed Professional Counselor
License Status: I'm a licensed professional.
Primary Credential: LPC - 69154
Telephone: 832-957-9476
Billing and Insurance:
I am an in-network provider for:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Cigna
- OSCAR
- Oxford (UnitedHealthcare)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- United Health Care
Session Fees: Self-pay rate is $135 per 50-minute session. I usually like to speak with potential clients in a brief 15-minute consultation to find out more about their needs prior to scheduling.
Free Initial Consultation
What's My Approach to Therapy?
On the outside, everyone thinks you've got it all together. You're good at putting on a smile and pushing through. You've been checking the boxes in life but still feel overwhelmed, tired, and feel that you're running out of time. You're wondering if things should be this difficult? You've contemplated making some changes in your life, but are worried about what others may say, or whether you'd be making a big mistake.
With me, you can share your frustrations and fears, without worrying about judgment or disapproval. I enjoy having conversations with my clients in getting to know them better. We will work together to explore, understand and formulate goals that you may want to accomplish. My approach is collaborative in allowing you to guide what is most important to you.
In working with me, my hope is that you will walk away with more self-compassion and acceptance, allowing yourself to follow more of what you want vs. what you think you should be doing.
My Practice & Services
I'm only able to offer virtual sessions throughout the state of Texas. For insurance billing purposes I use a service called Headway. Feel free to contact me for a free 15-minute consult to explore whether counseling could be of benefit to you.
Why Going to Therapy Does Not Mean You are Weak or Flawed
Although the stigma of seeking treatment for mental health is slowly improving, many people still struggle to reach out for help fearing that they will be judged, or worse judging themselves. On the contrary, taking action and asking for help takes a lot of courage. Speaking to someone you don't even know can be a huge first step in starting to learn to take care of yourself. I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
Therapy Services & Specialties
Client Age Groups I Work With
- Adults
- Elders
Languages
- English
Groups I Work With
- I work with adult experiencing stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed with life who are looking for coping skills to achieve a better balance in their lives. These strategies can include working on better boundaries, improved communication, coping skills for anxiety or depression, self-care, mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and identifying what values are most important for you.
Industries & Communities Served
- BIPOC
- Education
- Entertainment Industry
- First Responder/Medical Professionals
- LGBTQ+
- Self-Employed and Freelance Professionals
- Union First
Client Challenges & Concerns I Address
- Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
- Agoraphobia
- Anxiety
- Breakup
- Codependency / Dependency
- Communication Problems
- Depression
- Inadequacy
- Midlife Crisis / Midlife Transition
- Perfectionism
- Self-Care
- Self-Compassion
- Self-Confidence
- Self-Criticism
- Self-Doubt
- Self-Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
- Worry
Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Collaborative Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
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