Ellen Ortega, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

About Ellen Ortega

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Transition

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Women's Mental Health Issues

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Eclectic

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ellen Ortega

At Waypower Counseling, we specialize in individualized mental health counseling. Founded on the concept that hope-hope for improvement, hope for personal growth-requires two things, Waypower Counseling is here to support you. The first is willpower, or motivation, which we assume you have if you've landed here. The second is Waypower-clarity on what the path forward looks like. If you know you want to make some changes but aren't sure how to get there, that's where we can help. Whether you are seeking relief from symptoms of anxiety or depression, navigating a major life transition that feels harder than it should, feeling "stuck," or experiencing relationships that aren't quite what you want, therapy can help. With a Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling from UT Southwestern Medical Center, I bring specialized training to guide you toward meaningful growth and healing.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I typically work from a cognitive behavioral and person-centered therapy framework. I specialize in individual treatment for adults with symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transition challenges.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

An intake session with me includes an interview process and review of a few brief mental health screening assessments, selected based on your primary concerns. The goal of an intake session is to gather information necessary to create a thorough treatment plan, prioritizing your goals for therapy and steps we may take to achieve them. From there, therapy sessions are typically scheduled weekly at the outset and last approximately one hour. Frequency of sessions may be adjusted based on client need and progress.

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In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $125 for 55 minutes

Ongoing session: $125 for 55 minutes

More information on payments and coverage

I am an in-network provider for the following insurance carriers: Optum Aetna Cigna United Healthcare Oxford Oscar Health BCBS

Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Waypower Counseling, PLLC

Education and training

UT Southwestern Medical Center, Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling

NPI number

1396124335

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Ellen Ortega?

Generally, Ellen Ortega has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Ellen Ortega's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Ellen Ortega accepting new patients?

Ellen Ortega generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Ellen Ortega's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Ellen Ortega accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Ellen Ortega online?

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What practice does Ellen Ortega work with?

Ellen Ortega works with Waypower Counseling, PLLC.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ellen Ortega?

Ellen Ortega frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ellen Ortega on their profile.