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Online therapist

Teresa Rodriguez

Compassionate counseling for family and life transitions

Credentials
LPC
Experience
3 years
Licensed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Format
Online sessions

About Teresa

Teresa Rodriguez is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Texas with three years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical, everyday problems like stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and issues that come up around work and relationships. Teresa speaks English and Spanish and aims to make therapy an approachable step for people feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

She keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. Teresa creates space for clients to say what they mean without feeling judged.

Background and approach

She helps people sort through strong emotions such as anger, grief, or trauma and works alongside them to find clearer next steps. Teresa uses tools from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. That means she listens carefully, helps clients spot unhelpful thinking patterns, and supports small, realistic changes that build momentum.

Sessions focus on what matters most to each person, whether that is parenting concerns, family tension, or coping with life changes. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including relationship issues, ADHD, post-traumatic stress symptoms, and multicultural or veteran-related topics. Teresa also offers support around forgiveness, jealousy, infidelity, and self-love when those issues arise.

She aims to help people regain confidence and feel more in control of daily life. Teresa encourages clear communication and collaborative planning. She works at a pace set by the client and helps translate insight into practical steps.

Many clients leave sessions with concrete tools to try between meetings.

How Teresa’s Approaches Work Online

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. This approach helps people feel heard and respected while they name concerns like family tension or low self-worth.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at thinking patterns and everyday actions. It helps clients spot thoughts that cause stress or anxiety and practice different responses that reduce distress over time.

Motivational interviewing is a gentle, goal-oriented way to boost a person’s own reasons for change. It is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about taking next steps toward parenting goals, career moves, or lifestyle adjustments.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Teresa works with each client to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. She adjusts pace and techniques based on what is working and what the client prefers.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier. These options let people connect from home or other convenient places and keep progress moving even when life is busy. The variety of formats supports different communication styles and helps maintain continuity of care.

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.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Teresa address?
She works with stress, anxiety, family issues, anger, self-esteem, depression, relationship and trauma-related concerns. Other areas include grief, parenting, career changes, ADHD, and multicultural or veteran issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is conversational and practical. She listens without judgment, helps identify unhelpful thoughts, and supports realistic steps clients can try between sessions.
What is her professional background?
Teresa has three years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and family concerns. She emphasizes clear communication and collaborative planning in sessions.
What credential and location information is on file?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, TX LPC 83850, practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Therapy can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that, schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish

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