- CBT and solution-focused
- 24 years experience
- Texas LPC
About Bena
In school roles she supported students with peer and family relationship problems. She helped learners who struggled with motivation, school success, and planning for life after high school. She also guided parents through relationship and discipline questions related to school-aged children.
Bena uses cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques to break problems into manageable steps. That means looking at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and trying small changes that can lead to different outcomes. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, with clear steps to try between meetings.
She emphasizes listening without judgment and working together to find what fits each person. Change can feel hard, so she aims to offer steady support while clients try out new skills. The work often centers on coping with life changes, building self-esteem, and managing anger, grief, or career stress.
Bena’s background in schools gives her experience with young people’s academic and social pressures. She also brings experience helping adults with career and relationship stress. Those who want to begin can expect a calm, practical style that focuses on immediate concerns and realistic steps forward.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online
Bena uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to help people notice patterns in thinking and behavior that keep stress and anxiety going. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.She also uses solution-focused techniques that concentrate on clear goals and quick, practical steps. This approach is useful when clients want immediate changes for parenting challenges, motivation, or coping with life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. If an approach isn’t helping, they will adjust the plan based on what the client finds useful.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as scheduling around school or work commitments. It can allow shorter check-ins when people need brief guidance, or standard-length sessions for deeper work. Confirm current session options before booking to know what formats are offered and to pick times that suit everyday routines.
Frequently asked questions
What problems does this therapist address?
Bena works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, parenting and family questions, self-esteem, relationships, grief, eating issues, anger, career matters, depression, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What is the therapeutic style like?
The style is collaborative and practical. She listens without judgment, helps set clear goals, and focuses on manageable steps clients can try between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 24 years of experience working with students and families in school settings, helping with relationship issues, school success, motivation, and planning for life after high school.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients sign up?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.