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 office. 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, and improve our self esteem and worth to increase our ability to move on and live life fully.The approach to my counseling is mainly cognitive-behavioral 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.
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. Anxiety and depression tend to be frequent causes of discomfort in life and much of my training has been focused on improving or eliminating these issues. My work with adults also extends to substance use, other mood disorders, OCD, esteem building, career issues, stress management, emotion/anger management, and family and relationship issues.
COUPLES/FAMILIES:Some of the most important relationships we have or will develop in our lives are with our family or significant others. Working with couples is something I greatly enjoy and if your goals is to improve your marriage or relationship, I want to give you the skills you need to do so. I have been certified with PREPARE and ENRICH to counsel premarital couples and relationships. Family counseling and family involvement is also something I continually encourage and love to help with.
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, avoiding or dealing with legal involvement and preventing 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.
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, Tricare, Humana, Texas True Choice, MHN (California), Community First Health, Cigna Out-of-Network, United Health Care Out-of-Network, and Multiplan Out-of-Network. We pre-certify your insurance when you make your appointment and then call to verify benefits and co-pay 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 Thursday. Available appointment times vary.
Links:
www.gurnocounseling.com