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Stefanie Thayer, LPC

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Owner and Lead Therapist Playful Hearts Counseling Center
Specialties: Trauma, PTSD, Child or Adolescent, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder,
Insurance: Aetna, Cigna, Ambetter, BlueCross and BlueShield, Medicaid,

Introduction

Stefanie is a dedicated and compassionate counselor who works with individuals of all ages, from young children (ages 3 and up) to adults. She provides a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, develop coping strategies, and work toward healing and personal growth. Whether helping a child and parents navigate big feelings, guiding a teen through life’s challenges, or supporting an adult in overcoming past trauma, Stefanie tailors her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. Using a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Parent-Child Care (PC-Care), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI), and play therapy, Stefanie ensures that treatment is both effective and personalized. Stefanie is committed to helping individuals and families build resilience, strengthen relationships, and find hope in healing. She believes that with the right support, everyone can grow and create positive change. No matter where you are in your journey, she will walk alongside you, offering guidance, encouragement, and expertise every step of the way.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx, White, Biracial/Multiracial

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Highlights

  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #81579 (TX) We've used a trusted third-party service to verify this practitioner's license.
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Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families

Age groups

  • Toddlers (under 6)
  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Stefanie Thayer, LPC accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Ambetter
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Medicaid
  • Optum

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Consultation Call $0
  • Initial Intake $135
  • Counseling Sessions $100 - $120

Locations

Playful Hearts Counseling Center
Corpus Christi, TX 78414-2169
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Frequently asked questions

Is Stefanie Thayer, LPC accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Stefanie Thayer, LPC is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Stefanie Thayer, LPC offer telehealth appointments? Stefanie Thayer, LPC does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Stefanie Thayer, LPC specialize in? Stefanie Thayer, LPC specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Child or Adolescent, College Mental Health, Coping Skills, Depression, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, Family Conflict, Parenting, PTSD, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self Esteem, Separation Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Social Anxiety, Teen Violence, Trauma, and Compassion Fatigue.
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