Family Care Center New Braunfels

New Braunfels Clinic

Existing Patients

830-310-7338

New Patients

888-374-5066

Fax

830-215-4934

Therapists, Psychologists, Psychiatrists and More in
New Braunfels

The Family Care Center New Braunfels Clinic is located at 640 N. Walnut Ave, Ste 1208 New Braunfels, TX 78130

At our New Braunfels clinic, we offer comprehensive care tailored to your specific needs. By providing everything from therapy to medication management, TMS treatment and more, our multidisciplinary team is here to help via fast in-person or virtual appointments. And because we accept most insurance plans, you can find a therapist, psychologist or psychiatrist near you that is in-network.

Appointments in days, not months

Taking the first step on your mental health journey is easier than you might think.

888-374-5066

* Family Care Center is in-network with most major health insurance plans!

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Transformative mental health care in New Braunfels

Our Family Care Center New Braunfels clinic has experienced therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and other mental health professionals on staff. We’re here to provide the most effective, individualized outpatient mental health services for everyone in Comal and Guadalupe counties.

See us for:

Individual
Therapy

Couples & Marriage
Counseling

Children & Teen
Therapy

Family
Counseling

Psychiatry &
Medication

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Meet the New Braunfels Clinic Providers

Lucia Simonton, LPC, NCC

Clinic Director

I am here to help and I always maintain a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental stance in therapy. I believe that change is possible for you!

As a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), I utilize my professional experiences, ongoing research knowledge, passion for wellness, and time in community mental health and private practice settings to provide an integrative approach to counseling. I offer services based on a variety of therapeutic modalities and work with individuals, couples, and families based on evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions such as CBT, DBT, SFBT, and strength-based models. I welcome individuals navigating issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, ADHD, parenting, work, couples facing marital distress, and families with adolescents dealing with significant challenges such as suicidal thoughts, self-harm tendencies, and interpersonal difficulties.

Norah Villanueva

Associate Clinic Administrator

Lisa Poppen

LPC

My hope is that we can work together as a team and that you feel comfortable and safe in the space that I create and don’t feel pressured to share things you are not comfortable with.

Are you ready to feel supported and listened to? It takes courage to share things with a complete stranger. What ever your experience may have been with therapy in the past or if never having therapy my hope is that you give me the opportunity to walk with you on this journey. I offer a number of differnt theraputic approaches as each person is unique and works for one person might not work for another. You will be treated with respect and dignity as this is your time in a judgement free zone. Lets get ready to start the jouney to healing.

Mercedes Rodriguez

PA-C

My goal as a Physician Assistant is to help my patients achieve the ideal version of themselves, whether that is through medications, therapy, or by navigating them to the right resource.

My patients can expect a non-judgmental clinician who listens, considers the details, and works in partnership to choose the best regimen for their needs. It is a privilege that my patients let me get to know them through all walks of life.

Rebecca Ayala

LPC, NCC

My absolute goal is to provide a warm and safe environment for building rapport and allowing the therapeutic relationship to do its work. My passion and empathy will help strengthen and invigorate you to make changes needed to lead a more fulfilling life.

There are so many surprises and experiences in the world to shape and grow us, some of which can be life-changing or hard to move past. It is easy to become voiceless, bottle things up, or notice that you completely have changed yourself to merely get by. Normalcy is often what everyone wants, but yet, to achieve it can be a constant battle with unending emotions. I have an innate drive and passion for supporting others and helping them reach their full potential as they navigate through transitions, adolescence, and other milestones in life, regardless of age group. I generally use solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered and reality therapy to help explore your strengths and overcome your setbacks. My areas of focus are working with life transitions, behavioral issues, anxiety, stress, self-esteem building, positive coping skills, learning self-care, and relationship issues.

Alicia Branch-McDowell

M.Ed., LPC

Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with diverse therapeutic skills which allow me to work with clients experiencing various life changes but have a deep familiarity with couple and military family related issues.

If you find yourself overly stressed, overwhelmed with daily tasks and avoiding the people you love, I invite you into a safe space. This safe space is a nonjudgemental place to be vulnerable, challenged and work collaboratively to achieve your desired treatment goals. As the famous Maya Angelou wrote, “Nothing will work unless you do.”

Ruby Lee

LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that strives to create a place where you are met with warmth, empathy and a splash of humor when needed.

I am an active listener who is genuinely interested in your story. I have many years of experience working with adults and geriatrics dealing with trauma, life stage issues, substance abuse, depression, incarceration and psychiatric disorders.

Eva Luna

Medical Office Receptionist

I have been in the medical field for over 4 years directly registering patients for procedures. I look forward to meeting you all and I’m happy to part of the Family Care Center.

I moved here from California when I was 5 so you can say I’m a true Texan. I grew up in San Antonio and have 1 dog. I enjoy traveling to the beach meeting new people and listening to live music.

Mental health conditions we treat at our New Braunfels clinic

Depression

Bipolar Disorder

OCD

Anxiety Disorders

PTSD & Trauma

ADHD

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Psychotic Disorders

Anger Management

Personality Disorders

Grief & Loss

Adjustment Disorders

Eating Disorders

And More

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New Braunfels TMS treatment

When therapy and medication aren’t enough, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can be a life-changing solution. It’s a non-invasive, safe and effective treatment for depression, OCD and more. Plus, it’s covered by most major insurance and is done on an outpatient basis.

Reduce medications and symptoms safely
Covered by most major insurance
No downtime from work or social activities
Approximately 90% see significant improvement in depression

Our TMS experts have completed over 70,000 successful TMS treatments. Contact us today to see if TMS treatment is appropriate for you.

Most insurance plans accepted in Texas

We’re in-network with most Texas health insurance plans and accept VA benefits, out-of-network and self-pay patients.

If you have any concerns or specific questions about Family Care Center insurance coverage, please give us a call at 720-792-9490, and our team will discuss options with you & your family.

What our patients say

“Family Care Center has been providing me and my family with vital therapy sessions for some time now and they have provided us with so much insight and understanding for one another. We are healing and without Family Care Center I don’t know if it would have been possible. I highly recommend Family Care Center for families looking for guidance or anyone wanting better for themselves with the knowledge of how to do so.”

“My husband and I had a wonderful experience with our therapist. She is excellent with helping couples work through issues, while giving helpful, insightful, expert advice on how to have a better marriage. She is also great with parenting/step-parenting and had great advice for my teen step-daughter as well. I can’t recommend Family Care Center enough!”

“I have searched most of my adult life trying to find people like the ones at Family Care Center. These kind and compassionate people are not only experts in their field, but they are also people who have compassion and sincerely listen. These kind and loving people make every effort to direct individuals toward the proper treatment plan and go to great lengths in doing so. I’m so very grateful for all the kindness and understanding bestowed upon me. From those who are employed in Customer Service and Reception to the Coordinators as well as the Doctors and Therapists. I highly recommend!”

“We were looking for a psychiatrist for our son and a therapist he could relate to. From the first visit we could tell they were different in a very good way from other providers. Our son used to not like going to his appointments and did not get along well with his therapists but here that has changed. We are very happy with the care he is receiving and recommend them to others we know who are struggling with finding a good provider.”

“Easy and quick to make an appointment. Considered my needs and was able to connect me with a great therapist. They've gone above and beyond to help me figure out how to help me develop a healthier mental state and how to deal with medication-resistant depression.”