Dr. Mara Karpel

I am a licensed psychologist, and have been working with adults of all ages for over 20 years. I have a specialty of working with older adults and caregivers, as well as working with adults experiencing severe health issues, chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, strokes, stress and anxiety, depression,and those who just want to further their personal growth.

My approach to therapy is cognitive-behavioral and I also utilize relaxation techniques, supportive therapy, as well as contact with prescribing psychiatrists and physicians in order to provide the most effective and holistic approach to treating your concerns.

I wrote a column for over two years, “Dr. Mara Karpel & Your Golden Years.” This was featured in the Valley Morning Star, in Harlingen, TX, a s well as in Vallarta Today, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I recently hosted a weekly radio show in South Texas and am getting ready to begin a weekly radio show in Austin.

I am available for consultations in my offices in Austin and Harlingen, Texas, as well as on-site in Nursing, Assisted Living, and Independent Living Facilities throughout Austin and the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas. I am, both, a Medicare and Medicaid provider, as well as a few other insurances.

IN ADDITION, I’m available for lectures throughout the U.S. and Mexico (in English). Lecture topics include; Caring for the Caregiver, The Long-Distance Caregiver, Stress and Anxiety in Later life, Coping with Chronic Pain, Helping Aging Parents, Dementia … and more.