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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
About Maria
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 3 years of experience, Maria Pinkard focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, depression, relationship and intimacy-related concerns. She works with people who are coping with sleep problems, major life changes, grief, and family-related stress. Sessions can be conducted in English or Spanish, and she accepts international clients.
Maria uses approachable, evidence-informed methods to structure sessions. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client's pace and priorities. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical skills. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps when relationship feelings need clearer expression.
Her style is interactive and directive when needed. Early meetings focus on what the person wants to change and on small, practical steps to try between sessions. She checks progress regularly and adjusts the plan when an approach is not working.
Common topics in her practice include caregiver stress, communication problems, forgiveness, gender dysphoria questions, guilt and shame, infidelity, isolation, and struggles with life purpose. She also works with people affected by military service, personality concerns, phobias, post-traumatic stress, prejudice and discrimination, and self-harm behaviors. Sleeping and coping strategies are frequent focuses.
Sessions emphasize clear goals and concrete tools such as thought records, mindfulness exercises, and focused emotional processing. People can expect direct feedback and coaching on skills during sessions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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How her approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person’s own goals and pace. Sessions focus on listening, reflecting, and helping people clarify what matters most to them. This approach is useful for broad concerns like life purpose, caregiver stress, and grief.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets specific thoughts and behaviors. Sessions include simple worksheets, behavior experiments, and skill practice to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and improve sleep. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and express core feelings when relationship patterns or intimacy issues are a focus.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Maria collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. She will try practical tools first and shift course if something does not fit.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking so you know how sessions will be held. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people choose sessions that match travel or work constraints. Therapists often combine skill practice, guided exercises, and talking in a single session to keep progress moving.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, grief, and coping with life changes.
What therapy approaches does she use?
Her approach includes Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, applied to practical goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor working with a range of mood, trauma, and relationship concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any practical details about scheduling across time zones when you book.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the matching and booking process.
What steps start the process?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.