Angela Gurno, MS, LPC...
I am a licensed professional counselor here in the great state of Texas. Working in the counseling field is a blessing to me as is working with this counseling center. I believe that life's difficulties often times come without an instruction manual and that we usually do the best we can with what we have and know. Being that as it may, sometimes we do need help to work through these difficulties to solve problems, cope with upsetting events, improve our self esteem and worth and to increase our ability to move on and live life.The approach to my counseling is mainly cognitive, behavioral, insight oriented and solution focused. I strongly believe that a counseling environment needs to be judgment free, safe and supportive, and I make sure that my clients receive this to facilitate their growth and trust in their counseling journey. In my counseling experience, I have had the privilege of working with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
ADOLESCENTS: I have been fortunate to have much experience in working with adolescents and young adults. I believe strongly that young people need to be encouraged, supported and learn that they have the strength to make changes, handle difficult situations and improve their esteem and self efficacy. Frequently, having a neutral third party to talk with and learn from, and a comfortable, safe environment, is the key to building their coping skills and bolster their self responsibility to continue to grow into adults. In addition, the prevention of suicide, legal involvement and substance use are of utmost importance to me when it comes to this next generation.
My time counseling young people has revolved around substance use/abuse, relapse prevention, emotion/anger management, anxiety, esteem building, goal setting, coping skill building, empathy building and decision making therapy.
ADULTS: I believe that skills to deal with or improve life's complexities can be learned or realized and that these skills can help diminish difficulties and improve ability to cope in general. My work with adults extends to substance use, depression, anxiety, esteem building, career issues, stress management, emotion/anger management, family and relationship issues. I have also been certified with PREPARE and ENRICH to counsel premarital couples and relationships.
Specialized In...
Adolescent issues
Substance abuse counseling and prevention
Stress Management/Relaxation techniques
Premarital counseling
Grief/Loss counseling
Depression/Anxiety
Career counseling
Self-Injury
Relationship issues
Group counseling
I am a provider for Aetna, Texas True Choice, MHN (California), Humana Corphealth, Valero, Community First Health, Tricare-Value Options with letter of referral, Cigna Out-of-Network, Blue Cross and Blue Shield Out-of-Network, United Health Care Out-of-Network. We precertify your insurance when you make your appointment and then call to verify benefits and copay with you.
The following is a link which will provide you with the client forms in a PDF format. You can print these out, complete them at your convenience and bring the completed forms with you to your first appointment. The HIPAA Form is only for your information, it is not necessary to print and bring it with you to your appointment. Client Forms
I see clients Monday through Saturday. Available appointment times vary.