could not be more helpful
Angela Velez, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Angela is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Angela. View 11 reviews
- Great news, Angela is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Georgia, Maryland, and 1 more
Recent reviews
I never believed in doing therapy ever before and I live. This one point of time in my life I knew I needed to change. This woman has definitely been very thoughtful and she could tell that I was hurting so her voice called me. There’s a lot more that I can say about this woman and how she help me, but those are just fine. I shall leave as now.
More about Angela
- 19 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LCPC
Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. In my therapy sessions, I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and feelings. I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among individuals and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. From small scale circumstances, to traumatic experiences - my services are personalized to suit everyone’s needs.
More about me:
I completed my Master of Arts in Counseling in 2005, and since that time have become a National Certified Counselor. I have obtained my Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentials in the state of Georgia, Tennessee, and Connecticut. The Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) credential in the state of Maryland. My background includes serving children, individuals and families through mostly community agency settings and private practice. I have extensive knowledge and experience in substance use issues, depression, anxiety, family conflict, trauma focused therapies and autism. I was raised in a military family and was a military spouse. I understand circumstances surrounding living in a military family and working with individuals that have experienced trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). I also use other methods of counseling that include mindfulness training, ERP for OCD, solution focused and brief therapy models.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Angela Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043730682.
- LPC · Georgia · LPC008351 · Expires September 2026
- LCPC · Maryland · LC10444 · Expires January 2026
- LPC · Connecticut · 2503 · Expires December 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Angela Velez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
could not be more helpful
I never believed in doing therapy ever before and I live. This one point of time in my life I knew I needed to change. This woman has definitely been very thoughtful and she could tell that I was hurting so her voice called me. There’s a lot more that I can say about this woman and how she help me, but those are just fine. I shall leave as now.
Angela is just what I needed. She is very direct yet caring and understanding. She points out areas where I have blind spots and even after two sessions she given me lots to think about and work on. I would highly recommend working with her
I absolutely love Angela as my therapist. She is very helpful and I would highly recommend her to others.
She’s great very informative helping me go through my process a lot easier with days ways to cope and deal with things I need
kind, patient, resourceful, intelligent
Angela was very nice and understanding of the issues I have been dealing with. She gave me things to work on this week that have been very helpful
My therapist is the best. She is so understanding and very knowledgeable. She is a good listener and always finds ways to help me. I couldn't be more thankful for her. My life has improved in many ways since I started sessions with BetterHelp.
Angela was great to work with. Very patient and inquisitive, I felt she really did care about me and wanted to understand how she could help me with my issues. She is generous on tools and resources as well.
Angela Velez is very professional. I trust her expertise. It’s very easy to be comfortable with her and open up. It is very easy to contact her which is relieving. She has a plan for me and always makes sure I’m on track!
Angela is very helpful in offering various coping skills to handle both past and present situations. She is a very good listener and takes things at my pace. She doesn’t ever make me feel judged. She always provides me tools that I can use in BetterHelp, whether it is information to read, worksheets, or groupinars to check out. She also gives me ideas of what I can use as a resource outside of BetterHelp that are well suited for me. She is so flexible in scheduling, even if I have to reschedule. I definitely recommend her as a therapist!
Frequently asked questions
Does Angela Velez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Angela Velez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Angela Velez speak?
Angela Velez speaks English.
How many years of experience does Angela Velez have?
Angela Velez has 19 years of experience.
Where is Angela Velez licensed to practice?
Angela Velez is licensed to practice in Georgia, Maryland, and Connecticut.
Does Angela Velez accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Angela Velez does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Angela Velez offer?
Angela Velez offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Angela Velez?
Angela Velez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Angela Velez?
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