Ana Parra , LPC

Ana Parra is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a licensed mental health professional practicing in Texas with 12 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with children ages 5 to 13, adolescents, and adults, supporting people through a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, self-harm, substance use, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

Ana approaches therapy with warmth, sensitivity, and respect, creating a space where clients can express themselves without judgement. Her style is interactive and strengths-based, and she integrates evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Existential Therapy to tailor care to each person's needs. She also addresses issues related to stress, career challenges, grief, addiction, LGBTQ matters, parenting, ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating and sleeping difficulties, and intimacy-related concerns.

Recognizing that seeking help can be difficult, Ana aims to make the process approachable and supportive. She collaborates with clients to identify goals, build coping skills, and find workable strategies for everyday life. Those interested in beginning therapy with her are encouraged to reach out to explore whether her approach is a good fit.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to accept difficult thoughts and emotions while committing to actions that align with their values. It is useful for managing anxiety, stress, and life transitions by helping clients clarify what matters most and take practical steps toward those priorities.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. This approach is often applied to depression, anxiety, and self-esteem concerns by teaching concrete skills for reframing thoughts and building healthier habits.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person as the expert on their own life and emphasizes empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard. It supports clients who need a compassionate space to explore emotions, improve self-understanding, and develop their own solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Ana collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. This collaborative process helps tailor care to how the client learns and heals best.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to access licensed professionals from different locations. These modalities support consistent engagement, timely check-ins, and a way to practice skills between sessions while maintaining the therapeutic connection with a trusted therapist.