Terry Hancock
LPC
Compassionate, practical counseling for life challenges
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- Person-centered approach
- Skills-based work
- Focus on anger
About Terry
He has worked in inpatient hospitals, private practice, and forensic settings. That variety has given him experience with trauma and post-traumatic stress, bipolar challenges, caregiver strain, and career-related transitions. He also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, compassion fatigue, and questions about life purpose.
Terry uses a person-centered stance that centers the individual’s priorities. He often combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to match each person’s needs. Sessions emphasize practical skills, goal-setting, and small steps that fit daily life.
In the room, he aims to build trust through straightforward conversation and collaboration. He helps people notice patterns, try new responses, and practice healthier ways to handle stress and anger. He also offers coaching-style support for career decisions and life transitions.
If someone is ready to start, Terry asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on his availability. The site uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and session cost can vary by location and availability.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that match their values. It is useful when anxiety, stress, or anger feel like barriers to living the life someone wants. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It can help with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and mood swings. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and support clearer choices in tense moments.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to a person’s goals, concerns, and preferences. That means trying tools, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan so it fits everyday life and what the person hopes to achieve.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm available options when booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into work or family schedules, reduce travel time, and use brief check-ins between longer appointments. Others appreciate being able to use approaches like CBT exercises or mindfulness practice from wherever they are. Licensed professionals can help tailor exercises and pacing to each person’s routine and needs.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Texas
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Texas)
- LPC · No. 80904
- NPI
- 1265000467
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 Terry address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and abuse, self esteem, sleeping problems, career questions, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is person-centered and collaborative. He mixes practical techniques from CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness to fit each person.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has six years of experience working in inpatient hospitals, private practice, and forensic settings with a variety of concerns.
What credentials and region are listed?
Terry holds an LPC credential and practices in Texas.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to his 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.