Blanche Peñaredondo, M.A., LPC

Languages Spoken:
English and Filipino

Education and Experience:
Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas
M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman's University
B.S. in Psychology from Texas Woman's University

Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT), Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Blanche works with teens and adults ages 15 and up who are navigating a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and identity exploration. She believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. Through her experience providing individual and group therapy in both hospital and community settings, she has developed a deep appreciation for the ways culture, identity, and personal experiences shape each person's journey.

Blanche's therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client's unique needs. She integrates evidence-based practices while focusing on each person's strengths, values, and goals. Whether clients are facing burnout, navigating significant life changes, processing trauma, or working toward greater self-understanding, Blanche strives to create a supportive environment where growth, healing, and resilience can flourish.

About Myself:
I believe that mental health looks different for everyone, and life's challenges can affect each of us in unique ways. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel safe exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Together, we can identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build effective coping strategies, and work toward meaningful change.

I enjoy working with adolescents and adults ages 15 and older, helping them navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, grief, identity development, and trauma. I strive to meet each client where they are and tailor therapy to their individual needs, strengths, and goals.
I feel honored to walk alongside clients as they navigate both expected and unexpected life changes, offering encouragement, validation, and practical tools to help them move forward with confidence and hope.

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy exploring new experiences, spending quality time with loved ones, and finding balance through both creative and restorative activities.
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Areas of Focus:

• Life Transitions
• Anxiety
• Trauma & PTSD
• Anger Management
• Coping Skills
• Depression
• Faith Struggles & Questioning
• Family Conflict
• Grief & Loss
• Identity Exploration
• Relationship Issues
• Self-Esteem
• Self-Harm
• Stress Management

Blanche accepts reduced self-pay rates and can accept Aetna, Cigna, and BCBS of Texas.
If you have questions or want to schedule call us at 682-703-1311.