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Dr. Amy Cuellar

TX Psychologist 33368

Dr. Amy Cuellar, TX Psychologist 33368

Practical, goal-focused therapy for mood and anxiety

Licensed in Texas
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About Amy

Dr. Amy Cuellar greets visitors with a direct focus on practical help. She is a psychologist in Texas with 17 years of experience. She guides people through stress, anxiety, mood swings, sleeping problems, and challenges like ADHD and burnout. She uses clear, goal-oriented methods that help people set and reach realistic steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a frequent tool she uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. She also draws on solution-focused ideas when someone is adjusting to life changes and wants quick, tangible progress. Her background includes a PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Miami, a pre-doctoral internship at the James A. Haley VA Hospital, and a post-doctoral fellowship at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. Those years of training shaped her work with mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, and issues that get in the way of everyday functioning. In sessions she works collaboratively and treats the person as an expert on their own life. The aim is practical skill-building so people can manage symptoms and pursue meaningful goals. She emphasizes learning tools so clients become their own best helpers. Dr. Cuellar speaks English and Spanish and practices from Texas. She is listed as TX Psychologist 33368 and draws on research and clinical experience to guide treatment choices. Her approach is straightforward and focused on real-life changes.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Dr. Cuellar commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. It breaks problems into manageable steps and gives concrete tools people can practice between sessions.

She also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy when someone needs help adjusting to change or wants quick, practical shifts. That approach zeroes in on strengths and small steps toward clear goals. Both methods can be adapted for remote sessions and tend to emphasize homework and measurable progress.

Choosing the right approach is a process she carries out with each person. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and daily routines, then suggest ways of working together. Decisions about techniques or pacing are made collaboratively so the plan fits the client's life.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people work face-to-face without travel. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for brief check-ins, tracking progress, or fitting check-ins into a busy day. These options make it easier to keep consistent momentum toward goals while adapting to changing schedules and needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, sleeping problems, anger, ADHD, and related mood issues. Additional areas include postpartum depression, panic attacks, phobias, and adjustment to life changes.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and practical. She focuses on skill-building so people can manage symptoms and work toward personal goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has 17 years of clinical experience working with mood and anxiety concerns and related life problems.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is listed as TX Psychologist 33368 and practices in Texas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. She is not working with international clients at this time.

What session formats does she offer?

Sessions can be delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does cost work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Sleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsEmptinessImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English, Spanish

License and registration

Psychologist, Texas
33368
NPI (National Provider Identifier)
1427068360

As listed on the therapist's professional profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

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