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Biography


Dr. Brent Lang is a clinical psychologist in family medicine at Baylor Scott & White Clinic – Waco (on Fish Pond Road).  He specializes in health psychology – specifically the ... point at which mental and physical health conditions intersect.  Dr. Lang helps patients experience symptomatic and functional improvements through a variety of treatments based on empirically supported evidence proven through scientific data and research.  His professional interests include acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, exposure and response prevention, mindfulness, social skills training, suicide risk assessment, and substance abuse disorder treatment, among others.


Dr. Lang is extensively trained in cognitive processing therapy and prolonged exposure therapy.  He also has extensive experience as a teacher and researcher and keeps up with the latest psychological research to ensure that his patients receive the best-available treatments.  His psychological research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and he serves as an invited reviewer for various academic journals.  Dr. Lang is a member of the American Psychological Association, Texas Psychological Association, and Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers.

Bilingual in English and Spanish, Dr. Lang enjoys training mental health professionals in motivational interviewing, international travel, and spending time with his family.

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Education
Internship: Baylor College of Medicine (2019)
Education: PSYD, Bowling Green State University (2019)
Fellowship: University of Houston - Victoria (2020)
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

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Patient Ratings (65)

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Patients appreciate

Dr. Brent Lang consistently receives praise for his interpersonal skills and therapeutic approach. Patients repeatedly describe him as easy to talk to, friendly, empathetic, and caring, with many noting that he creates a comfortable and secure environment even for those who are shy or introverted. His listening skills are frequently highlighted, with reviewers emphasizing that he makes them feel heard and understood. Patients appreciate his ability to provide helpful insights, clear advice, and actionable strategies to address their concerns. Several reviews mention his attentiveness and compassion during sessions, and multiple patients indicate they have recommended him to friends and family or plan to continue working with him.

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The reviews contain minimal criticism or specific areas for improvement. One reviewer noted it was an initial consultation visit focused on becoming acquainted, suggesting the therapeutic relationship takes time to develop. Another review mentioned having initially held a negative attitude due to attachment to a previous provider, though this reviewer ultimately became very satisfied with Dr. Lang's care. Overall, the reviews do not identify significant recurring concerns or patterns of dissatisfaction with his services.

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.