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Caryss Hoegenauer, LCSW

Caryss Hoegenauer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science from John Brown University, followed by her Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington. She brings a wealth of experience, having dedicated ten years to the child welfare system and two years to private practice.

In her therapeutic approach, Caryss utilizes Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness techniques. She is actively involved in the team's comprehensive evaluation services, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Diagnostic, IQ, and Learning Disorder assessments.

Clients describe Caryss as supportive, solution-focused, and strengths-based, with a characteristic tendency to provide therapeutic homework! She recognizes the inherent resilience in each individual's journey and strives to work alongside her clients, helping them meet their goals, set realistic expectations, and progress toward a fuller life.

Ages & Insurances:

  • 6 years old+

  • Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United, Tricare & Private Pay

Specializations: 

  • Anxiety 

  • Depression 

  • Grief 

  • Trauma  

  • History of Abuse 

  • Growing expertise in Play Therapy

Advanced Trainings:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the Beck Institute 

  •  Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) through the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development 

  • Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) through the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development 

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