Social Constructionist Therapists in El Paso, TX

You understand what’s going on, but your body didn’t get the memo. You may feel stuck in patterns of pain, shutdown, or overwhelm that don’t match what you know. I work with individuals (ages 16+) navigating chronic pain, trauma, dissociation, and long-standing stress. Many of the people I work with have already done a lot of thinking about themselves or tried therapy before, but still feel caught in how their body continues to respond. I help bridge the gap between insight and embodied change. Together, we focus on understanding how these patterns live in both the mind and body, using approaches that support nervous system regulation, processing of unresolved experiences, and increased connection to your internal signals. Through this work, clients often begin to experience shifts not just in how they think, but in how they feel and respond on a day-to-day level.

At Vada Counseling, all of our therapists are queer and/or trans, and we bring that lived experience into every session. We understand the realities you’re navigating, and you won't have to explain, defend, or translate your identity or experiences. Our work is grounded in liberation, cultural humility, and care that rejects pathologizing frameworks. We focus on collaborative, transparent therapy where consent, autonomy, and shared power lead the way. Clients come to us when they want support that recognizes trauma, identity, and systemic harm without losing sight of individual strengths and self-determination. If you’re looking for care rooted in decolonizing and anti-carceral values, Vada Counseling offers a space where you can simply be, and be understood.

If you feel burned out, unfulfilled in relationships, stuck in life, anxious, or down, there is a path forward towards a more fulfilling life. Don't gamble when choosing a therapist. You deserve a psychologist who will adapt the best science to your specific needs and goals. Many therapists themselves are burned out and can't give the best care to their clients. Dr Syzdek built a small boutique practice where he limits the number of clients he treats, so he can give his clients the time, thought, and dedication that they deserve. Dr Syzdek combines compassion with the science of behavior change to help you make the the difficult decisions in life and take action, so you can live a happier life, thrive at work, love your relationships, and have fun again.

I provide online therapy centered on personal growth and fulfillment. Recognizing that life's difficulties often prompt the search for a therapist, our work will address these immediate concerns while exploring the broader path to a meaningful life, uniquely defined by you. My approach integrates relational psychoanalysis, integral philosophy, and Eastern wisdom traditions, emphasizing mindfulness and compassion. I prioritize the present moment within our therapeutic relationship, using this focus as a means for reflection, insight, and transformation as we collaboratively create a space to understand the significant particular and universal experiences of your life.

I currently have limited openings for discounted fees. For those using insurance, I am only in-network with United and Optum plans. I offer clients time and space to be heard with open-minded compassion & decades of experience.

El Paso's location directly on the US-Mexico border defines its mental health landscape, with a predominantly Hispanic population spanning both sides and bilingual Spanish-English therapists at the center of the city's therapy community. Fort Bliss — one of the largest Army installations in the country — creates strong demand for therapists specializing in military trauma, PTSD, and the challenges faced by active-duty families. The 2019 mass shooting at a Walmart in El Paso had a profound impact on the city's collective mental health, and therapists specializing in community trauma and grief have played an ongoing role in recovery. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and University Medical Center of El Paso provide institutional mental health resources for the broader Borderland region.

Gender ID

	42%	Male
	42%	Female
	8%	Non-Binary
	8%	Gender Fluid

Session Type

	78%	In Person and Online
	22%	Online Only

Top Specialties

89%	Depression
89%	Anxiety or Fears
67%	Stress
67%	Loss or Grief
67%	Social Anxiety
56%	Trauma and PTSD
56%	Self Esteem

Ages Served

100%	Adult
67%	Young Adult
44%	Senior
33%	Teen
11%	Children

Client Focus

67%	Women
56%	Men
56%	LGBTQ+
33%	Black / African American
33%	Hindu

Social Constructionist therapists in El Paso, Texas TX

Sarah Sustaita

Vada Counseling

Matthew Syzdek

Dr. Daniel Cantor

Tracy L. Morris

Social Constructionist Therapy therapists in El Paso, Texas Statistics

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Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale