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Patricia De La Garza

Patricia De La Garza

LPC

Therapist · Texas · 10+ years of experience

Helping adults build practical coping skills

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  • Practical skill building
  • Collaborative partnership
  • Direct supportive care

About Patricia

Patricia De La Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with ten years of experience. She approaches people with respect, curiosity, and compassion. Patricia focuses on helping individuals feel more capable and confident as they face life’s difficulties.

She works with adults to spot the thought patterns, feelings, and actions that keep stress, anxiety, anger, or low mood stuck. Sessions emphasize practical skills people can use between appointments. The aim is steady, meaningful change rather than quick fixes.

Patricia describes therapy as a partnership. She offers guidance and tools while encouraging clients to set the pace. Her style blends clear direction with space for each person’s values and life context.

Common topics she supports include stress, panic episodes, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Patricia also addresses concerns such as attachment issues, mood disorders, and social anxiety when they affect daily functioning.

Her work often focuses on identifying triggers, practicing new responses, and building self-compassion. Conversations are straightforward and focused on what will help in real life. People who want practical strategies and steady support tend to find this approach useful.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityDependent personalityLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Approaches that guide online work and next steps

Patricia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage intense emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying thoughts and beliefs that drive strong feelings, then practicing new ways of thinking and responding to reduce anxiety and anger. Another key technique emphasizes skill building for real life, teaching tools to manage panic, regulate mood, and handle stressful situations more effectively.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patricia will work with each person to choose techniques that fit their goals, preferences, and daily routines. She offers guidance and adjusts the plan as progress is made so the therapy stays practical and relevant.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Many people find online work helps fit sessions into a busy week and supports continuity when travel or scheduling is a challenge. Online appointments can make it easier to check in during a short break, avoid commuting, or keep momentum between in-person visits. Licensed professionals including therapists can tailor pacing, homework, and session focus to suit remote work and everyday life needs.

At a glance

Listed location
Texas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Texas)
LPC · No. 72059
NPI
1528425303

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patricia commonly address?

She supports adults facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include mood disorders, panic attacks, self-harm, and social anxiety.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a collaborative, practical style that combines guidance with skill practice. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful patterns and practicing new responses for everyday life.

What is her background and experience?

She has worked in the field for ten years and has experience helping adults manage emotional difficulties and build coping skills.

What credential does she hold and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices with that credential in the state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin the process?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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