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Online therapist

Jacqueline Forde

Calm, practical counseling for real-life challenges

Credentials
LPC
Experience
8 years
Licensed in
Texas
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Jacqueline

Jacqueline Forde is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who uses a practical, person-centered approach. She emphasizes an accepting presence and gentle guidance to help people move through difficult moments. Jacqueline stresses that clients know their lives best and works alongside them without pressure or judgment.

The first meetings focus on what the client wants to change and what matters most to them. Jacqueline blends several approaches to tailor care.

Background and approach

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Attachment-based ideas guide work on close relationships and how early experiences shape current reactions. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps when strong feelings get in the way of connection or decision making.

Her style aims to make therapy feel simple and doable. Sessions include noticing patterns, naming beliefs that get in the way, and trying small changes between meetings. Jacqueline also brings attention to whole-life factors like stress, parenting, career, and grief when they affect day-to-day functioning.

After eight years of practice, she focuses on concrete problems as well as deeper personal work. Topics she addresses include anxiety, addiction, trauma, mood struggles, and issues around identity and intimacy. Jacqueline supports work on body image, communication problems, and life purpose among other concerns.

People meet her for both short-term problem solving and longer personal exploration. She helps clients identify what they need to move forward and creates a collaborative plan to get there.

Therapeutic approaches suited for online care

Jacqueline commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy, explained in plain terms. CBT looks at the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches simple exercises to test new ways of thinking. Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationship patterns show up now and helps people change how they connect and respond to others.

She treats finding the right approach as a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then try approaches that seem most helpful. This collaborative process makes it easier to adjust methods as therapy progresses and ensures the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single style.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats add flexibility for parents and busy people who need sessions outside traditional office hours. Clients can pick the mode that suits their schedule and comfort level, and switch between formats when life changes. Online work supports the same practical exercises and emotional work used in person, while making it easier to keep therapy consistent.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, parenting, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, eating challenges, depression, and ADHD among others.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is person-centered and practical. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, naming beliefs that hold people back, and trying small changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working as a counselor in varied settings and draws on that background when supporting clients.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, credentialed as TX LPC 69417, and she practices in Texas.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only and she does not accept international clients.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can choose what fits their routine.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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