Ari Orozco

LPC (they, them, theirs)

Clinical Focus: First Gen, ADHD, Gender Expansive & LGBTQ+ and EMDR

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ADHD Anger Management Anxiety Autism Spectrum

Hi, I’m Ari! I believe therapy can be a collaborative, and even playful space where curiosity, humor, and honesty are welcome companions on the journey. I aim to create a chill, grounded atmosphere where you...

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About

Hi, I’m Ari! I believe therapy can be a collaborative, and even playful space where curiosity, humor, and honesty are welcome companions on the journey. I aim to create a chill, grounded atmosphere where you feel safe to explore who you are and how you want to grow. It’s okay to cuss, laugh, cry, or not know where to start. That’s what I’m here for.

My approach is rooted in Adlerian principles, which means I see therapy as a shared process where we work together to uncover insight, make meaning, and build self-compassion. I also draw from compassion-focused therapy, Jungian perspectives, and narrative practices. I often think of therapy as a form of storytelling-together we’ll revisit past chapters, edit outdated narratives, and add richness to your evolving story. If the world’s a stage, then therapy is the rehearsal: a place to practice being your full, messy, brilliant self.

I have experience supporting folks from many walks of life, including adolescents, college students, and families navigating addiction. I also have a deep commitment to working with people across the spectrum of sexual and gender identities, and I welcome conversations around transpersonal or spiritual experiences, including dream work and intuitive exploration.

Together, we’ll create space for the hard stuff, celebrate your wins, and build a narrative that helps you feel empowered, connected, and proud of who you are.

Issues / Specialties

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ADHD Anger Management Anxiety Autism Spectrum Bipolar Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder Bullying Caregiver Fatigue Chronic Illness Chronic Pain Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) College students Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Couples therapy Creative burnout and recovery Depression Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Disordered Eating Domestic Violence/Interpersonal Violence EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention) Family of Origin Issues First and second-generation individuals First Responders Geek and fandom culture Grief and Loss Group therapy Harm Reduction hoarding Identity Persecution Immigration-related stress Individual therapy Kink and polyamorous communities LGBTQIA+ individuals Midlife Challenges Multicultural Issues Narrative and dream work Non-substance addictions (e.g. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Older Adults (65+) Polyamorous Relationships Polyvagal Theory porn Positive Psychology Postpartum concerns Psychodynamic Therapy PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Relationship Issues Self-Esteem and Self-Worth Self-Harm Sex-Positive / Kink-Allied concerns Sexual Disorders Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Somatic Symptoms Stress Management Substance Use Transgender and gender expansive individuals Transpersonal experiences and dream analysis Trauma (emotional/verbal) Trauma (Environmental) Trauma (Physical)

Education & Licenses

  • Education:
    • Masters of Science
    • University of North Texas, 2019
  • Credentials:
    • Licensed Professional counselor # 84199

Therapy Styles

  • A Calm Guide Through Chaos
  • Calm and Grounding
  • Deep and reflective
  • Easy to talk to
  • Encouraging and Uplifting
  • Gentle and patient
  • Go-With-The-Flow Energy
  • Insightful and thought-provoking
  • Relatable and Humor-Friendly
  • Supportive
  • Warm and Compassionate

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Baylor Scott and White
  • BCBS
  • Cigna
  • Magellan
  • UHC/Optum/Oxford/UMR/Surest

Private Pay Rates

Individuals: $150 per session
Couples: $160 per session