
Bernave Vega, M.A., LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Austin, TX
Online only
Free initial consultation
About me
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor supporting couples, adults, and LGBTQIA+ clients in navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and men’s issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) dedicated to helping teens, adults, couples, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community work through life’s challenges. My clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, identity concerns, and men’s issues. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, especially for those who feel pressure to hold it all together.
In our work together, I use a collaborative and supportive approach that blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and psychodynamic principles. This means we will explore the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while also making space for deeper emotional and relational patterns. My goal is to create a space where you feel both understood and challenged, helping you move toward growth, resilience, and stronger connections.
I believe therapy should feel practical and empowering. Whether you are an individual wanting to manage anxiety, a man navigating the complexities of masculinity and emotional expression, or a couple hoping to rebuild trust and communication, I am here to help. Together, we will identify your goals and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.
License
License(s)
Board certification
Professional associations
Education
St. Mary's University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$125 - $150Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Cigna
- Ascension (SmartHealth)
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- and Quest Behavioral Health
Specialties and clinical interests
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Betrayal Trauma
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Bullying
- Career
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Family Conflict
- Gaming
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- LGBTQIA+
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Men's Issues
- Mental Health Professionals
- Narcissism
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pet Loss
- Phobias & Fears
- Pre-Marital & Marital Issues
- Race-Based Traumatic Stress (RBTS)
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Sex Offenders
- Sex and/or Pornography Addiction
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Identity
- Spirituality
- Sports Performance
- Stress/Stress Management
- Substance Use Disorders
- Suicidality
- Suicide Loss
- Trauma & PTSD
- Violence
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion Focused Therapy & Psychodynamic techniques
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Single Parents
- Hispanic or Latino
- Trauma Survivors
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media