Phone: 956-685-5377 Fax: 956-685-5357
Locations: San Juan, Weslaco, Harlingen
MID-VALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
& PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, PLLC
"Empowering Minds, Strengthening Schools, Supporting Families"
Individual and Family Care
Children, Adolescents, Adults
Forensic Evaluations
Harlingen - San Juan Locations
"If you want your life to change, you will need to accept that you will need to change your way of life."
- Dr. Vittorio Puente, Founder & Clinical Director
Specialized Service
Featured - High Demand in the Rio Grande Valley
Forensic Immigration Psychological Evaluations
Court-ready psychological evaluations for asylum seekers, immigration waivers, and cancellation of removal proceedings. Conducted by a licensed psychologist — fully bilingual in English and Spanish. We work directly with immigration attorneys across the Valley.
15+
Years serving the RGV
What We Offer
All Services
We offer a wide range of services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and children across the Rio Grande Valley.
Therapy
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Individual Psychotherapy
In-depth, long-term treatment that addresses mental illness and behavioral disturbances at their root. Through therapeutic communication, we work to alleviate emotional distress, change maladaptive patterns, and encourage lasting personal growth.
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Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A structured, evidence-based approach that helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns that drive unwanted emotions and behaviors. Particularly effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions.
3
Trauma Therapy
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. Over time, EMDR reduces the emotional intensity of traumatic memories, allowing you to move forward with greater peace and resilience.
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Children's Therapy
Sand Play Therapy
A creative, non-verbal therapy that helps children express thoughts and feelings they may not have words for. Using a sandbox and small figures, children create scenes that reflect their inner world — giving therapists a window into what they're experiencing and how to help.
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Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations
Formal assessments of mental abilities and attributes — including achievement, aptitude, personality, and neurological functioning. We use a combination of validated techniques to draw conclusions that support treatment and educational goals.
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Forensic
Forensic Evaluations
Specialized evaluations for legal proceedings — including Competency-to-Stand-Trial, Immigration (asylum, waivers, hardship), and Emotional Distress assessments. Reports are written to meet the legal standards required by immigration courts and criminal proceedings.
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Workshops
School Consultations & Workshops
Texas CEU-approved and tailored to the real challenges facing schools today: trauma-informed care, educator burnout, classroom management, restorative discipline, and student mental health. We also offer on-demand digital courses for mental health professionals and parents who need flexible, accessible learning.
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Wellness
Prevention & Wellness Consultation
A proactive approach to health focused on maintaining wellbeing before problems arise. We identify lifestyle risk factors — nutrition, activity, stress, sleep — and build personalized strategies to sustain long-term health and emotional wellbeing.
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Consultation
General Consultation
Need guidance during a life transition or daily challenge? Consultation provides answers, resources, and advice for specific concerns. Usually shorter-term and flexible — including phone sessions. A great starting point for anyone unsure where to begin.
What to Expect
Starting therapy or an evaluation can feel intimidating. Here's how simple we've made it.
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Call & Schedule
Call us at 956-685-5377 or use our contact form to request an appointment. We'll match you with the right clinician and service for your needs — in English or Spanish.
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Complete Intake Forms
Download and complete our registration forms before your first visit — or arrive 15 minutes early to fill them out in the office. Forms are available in English and Spanish.
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Attend Your Session
Meet with your clinician at one of our three convenient RGV locations. Your privacy is always protected — everything discussed stays between you and your provider.