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Entry 017773Texas / United States

Surnedra "Nedra" Simmons

Surnedra "Nedra" Simmons, LPC

Texas 8 years in practice

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Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Anxiety

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • School counseling experience

About Surnedra

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with eight years of experience, Surnedra "Nedra" Simmons helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem struggles, and related concerns. She uses practical, goal-focused methods to help clients move toward clearer steps and solutions. Sessions are described as collaborative and future-focused, with an emphasis on finding workable changes rather than dwelling on problems.

Simmons holds a master’s degree in School and Professional Counseling from Amberton University. She previously worked as a school counselor and spent many years supporting adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds. That background informs how she structures brief, goal-oriented work and how she listens for strengths clients can build on.

Her main clinical methods are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. She uses CBT to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She uses solution-focused techniques to set concrete short-term goals and track progress.

Clients come for a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting stress, sleep problems, career shifts, ADHD, social anxiety, and issues related to sexual orientation and cultural identity. She also notes experience with first responder issues, hoarding, panic attacks, and coping after disasters.

Simmons frames therapy as practical and collaborative. She invites straightforward conversation and focuses on what steps a person can take next. People should confirm current session options before booking.

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How CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online

CBT helps people spot patterns in thoughts and behaviors that make problems worse. Online CBT sessions typically involve talking through situations, identifying unhelpful thoughts, and trying new behaviors between meetings to see what changes. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on small, achievable goals and on what is already working; sessions focus on building those steps and tracking progress.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide whether to emphasize CBT techniques, solution-focused exercises, or a mix based on the person's needs and pace.

The original biography does not specify which online session formats are provided, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people continue therapy through life changes while keeping the focus on clear goals and practical steps.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFirst responder issuesHoardingLife purposeMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Listed in

Texas

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and related issues. Additional focuses include trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting, ADHD, and social anxiety.

What therapeutic style does she use?

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. The work is future-focused and goal-directed, emphasizing practical change.

How much experience does she have?

She has eight years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She also has prior experience as a school counselor working with adolescents and adults.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. Her training includes a master's degree in School and Professional Counseling from Amberton University.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.

What formats are offered for sessions?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan.

How do I begin working with her?

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.

Surnedra "Nedra" Simmons

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