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Svetlana Rangel, LPC

Bilingual LPC specializing in trauma and life transitions
  • English and Russian fluent
  • Trauma and abuse focus
  • CBT person-centered approach

About Svetlana Rangel

Svetlana Rangel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings formal training and a compassionate approach to therapy. She earned a bachelor degree in psychology from the University of Louisville, KY and a master degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from OLLU in San Antonio, Texas. Over the course of her work she has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career transitions, and ADHD, as well as those who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

As a bilingual and bicultural practitioner, she draws on lived experience to understand how culture shapes self-worth, identity, and patterns of coping. This perspective often informs her work with children of immigrants, helping them address concerns such as fears of fitting in, anxiety-related problems, and depressive symptoms. Svetlana uses a warm, interactive style and emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in therapeutic interactions.

Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, person-centered, and solution-focused methods, and she tailors conversations and treatment plans to the unique needs of each person. The LPC credential denotes that she is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a credential that reflects specialized training and authorization to practice counseling.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Divorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concerns

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Svetlana Rangel have?

Svetlana Rangel has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Svetlana Rangel a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: TX LPC 82680.

In which languages does Svetlana Rangel provide therapy?

Svetlana provides therapy in English and Russian.

Where is Svetlana Rangel located?

Svetlana is located in Texas.

How can I work with Svetlana Rangel as my therapist?

Clients can work with Svetlana through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Svetlana Rangel work with international clients?

Svetlana Rangel does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Svetlana Rangel cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients may switch therapists if a different fit is preferred. For many, online therapy offers an accessible path to consistent support and practical strategies for everyday concerns.

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