Mateo Ayala, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Mateo Ayala

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Mateo Ayala

Mateo graduated from Texas A&M University-San Antonio with a Masters in Guidance and Counseling. He has been working as a counselor since 2017. The theoretical approaches he uses are Adlerian Therapy, Yungian Therapy, Choice Therapy, Narrative, Existentialism, and EMDR. Mateo has worked with diverse populations dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, mental health disorders, anger management, personal development, substance and alcohol abuse. Mateo takes a holistic approach to wellness addressing mental, nutritional, and physical health being that they are all connected. He looks forward to working with you where you are at, to where you want to be.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.*Please note: If you are looking for ADHD care, I do not prescribe controlled medications like Adderall or Ritalin. However, we can support you with therapy and other medications commonly used in ADHD treatment, such as Strattera and Intuniv.*

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

Texas A&M University-San Antonio, Master's in Guidance and Counseling

NPI number

1194281741

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Mateo Ayala?

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

Is Mateo Ayala accepting new patients?

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

Does Mateo Ayala accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Mateo Ayala online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Mateo Ayala using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Mateo Ayala work with?

Mateo Ayala works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mateo Ayala?

Mateo Ayala frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Mateo Ayala on their profile.

What languages does Mateo Ayala speak?

Mateo Ayala speaks English.

How do patients rate Mateo Ayala in reviews?

32 patients have reviewed Mateo Ayala. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.