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Dr. Amy Cuellar

Dr. Amy Cuellar, TX Psychologist 33368

Therapist in Texas · 17+ years of experience

Practical, goal-focused care for stress and mood

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  • CBT and solution-focused
  • Bilingual English Spanish
  • Goal oriented skills

About Amy

Dr. Amy Cuellar helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood shifts, and the everyday problems that get in the way of a satisfying life. She is a Texas psychologist with 17 years of experience who focuses on practical steps people can use to feel steadier and more in charge. Dr. Cuellar speaks English and Spanish and aims to work side by side with each person she sees.

She trained in clinical psychology and completed internship and postdoctoral work at VA medical centers. That background led to many years helping people with depression, bipolar concerns, panic, sleep problems, anger, and stress. Much of her work focuses on clearing the blocks that stop people from setting and meeting personal goals.

In sessions she uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy. That means identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, trying different behaviors, and setting small, doable goals to create change. The approach is collaborative - the person in therapy is treated as the expert on their life while the therapist brings techniques and structure.

Dr. Cuellar also draws on trauma-focused ideas when past events shape current reactions. She helps people learn skills so they can manage mood shifts and respond differently in stressful moments. The aim is to build skills people can use long after formal care ends.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns including career stress, compassion fatigue, ADHD, immigration issues, loneliness, and life purpose. People who want a practical, goal-oriented partnership may find her style fits their needs.

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

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English, Spanish

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anxiety active. It uses short experiments and practical exercises to test new ways of thinking and acting. Solution-focused therapy centers on small, realistic goals and on building steps that move someone toward the life they want.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they decide whether CBT, solution-focused techniques, trauma-informed methods, or a mix makes the most sense for the problem at hand.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allowing appointments without travel and making brief check-ins or longer weekly sessions simpler to schedule. It can also help when someone needs a quieter space, a shorter conversation, or to avoid being on camera for part of a session. Licensed professionals tailor pace and homework to what will work in each person’s everyday routine.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, sleep problems, anger, ADHD, and related issues like career strain, loneliness, and immigration stress.

What is her therapy style like?

The style is collaborative and practical, focusing on skills, goal setting, and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

How much experience does she have?

She has 17 years of clinical experience working in psychological assessment and treatment settings, including VA hospitals and research centers.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

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

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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