- Punctual and reliable
- Skill-focused care
- Collaborative approach
About MJ
She describes counseling as a shared process where client and counselor learn to trust one another. Sessions look at current problems, set clear goals, and work step-by-step toward change. She uses motivational counseling and welcomes discussion of spirituality if that matters to the client.
Her clinical background includes work with addiction, trauma, relationship concerns, parenting, divorce, depression, and medical and mental comorbidity. Dr. MJ says she combines methods to match each person, drawing from cognitive-behavioral approaches and related techniques to identify thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going.
Clients can expect practical skills to use between sessions as well as a space to be heard. She stresses that therapy can take time but also that some strategies can bring quicker relief for acute distress. The goal is both short-term relief and longer-term change.
She has held multiple roles as a licensed clinician, including time as a university professor, and notes an interest in culture, diversity, and compassion in care. Prospective clients are invited to take the first step by reaching out and completing the intake process.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How her therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early connections shape current relationships. It helps people understand patterns in closeness, fear of abandonment, and trust so they can change how they relate to others. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and actions that keep problems active and teaches tools to reframe thinking and build new habits for stress and anxiety. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving coping during high-stress moments.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to discuss goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs, then try methods that fit best. Adjustments are common as work proceeds and new priorities emerge.
The profile does not list which online session formats are used, so confirm the current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins can be scheduled during a work break, or a session without video can be chosen when bandwidth is limited. Many clients find that remote sessions reduce travel time and make regular attendance simpler while allowing focused work on stress, anxiety, relationships, and coping skills.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist help with?
She works with stress and anxiety and a wide range of related concerns, including addiction, trauma, depression, relationship issues, parenting, grief, and career stress.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is team-oriented and practical. She combines motivational counseling with cognitive-behavioral techniques and tailors sessions to each person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional counseling experience and has served in roles such as a university professor and licensed clinician.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
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, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.