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ThriveSpace Counseling

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Your space to grow, your place to heal, your moment to shine. This is ThriveSpace.

Hello & Welcome

I am passionate about creating a warm, supportive space where you feel safe to share your story. My approach to therapy is empowering and solution-focused, guiding you to build confidence, discover your inner strengths, and find practical tools you can use every day.

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I have had the privilege of working with children, teens, and families across diverse settings, and these experiences have deepened my appreciation for meeting people exactly where they are with cultural sensitivity, compassion, and respect.

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At the heart of my work is the belief that every person has the capacity to grow, heal, and thrive. I see therapy as a collaborative journey, and I would be honored to walk alongside you as you move toward your goals and the life you envision.

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Warmly,
Marlen Vargas, MA, LPC

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Services

Personalized care for individuals and families - children, teens, young adults, and adults.

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Children (6-12)

Playful, structured sessions that build emotional skills and coping strategies.

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Telehealth (TX)

Convenient, secure video sessions available statewide.

  • Flexible scheduling with after-school and after-work hours

  • Parent collaboration when helpful

  • Access to practical tools and resources between sessions

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Teens (13-17)

Collaborative support for anxiety, mood, school stress, and identity development.

  • Practical tools from CBT & grounding techniques

  • Building healthy habits and coping strategies

  • Clarifying values and setting meaningful goals

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Stress & Adjustment

Support for life transitions, acculturation stress, and family changes.

  • Grounding tools to manage overwhelm

  • Practical skill sheets for day-to-day coping

  • Connection to helpful community resources

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Young Adults & Adults

Practical, skills-based sessions to strengthen communication, boundaries, and daily balance.

  • Setting and following through with SMART goals

  • Navigating and repairing conflict

  • Creating sustainable routines

  • Managing anxiety with proven strategies

  • Building effective anger management skills

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Workshops

Practical, bilingual workshops on routines, boundaries, and emotional coaching.

  • Custom topics tailored to your group’s needs

  • Easy-to-use handouts and take-home tools

  • Interactive Q&A for real-life application

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Let's get you started!

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Insurance & Payment Options

Currently accepting Private Pay as well as insurance through Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Quest Behavioral Health.

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