Dana Secord, LPC

Compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor

Stress and anxiety
LGBTQ support
Trauma and relationships

About Dana Secord

Dana Secord is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who approaches therapy with empathy and a belief that understanding one’s own story is an act of courage. She creates a nonjudgmental environment where adults can explore feelings of hopelessness, depression, anxiety, racing thoughts, and emotional pain, and work toward clearer insight into themselves and their relationships.

Dana earned a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Texas Wesleyan University and has experience in both private practice and community health settings. In private practice she has supported people dealing with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, domestic violence, relationship conflict, gender and sexual identity concerns, LGBTQ issues, and a range of personality, mood, and adjustment disorders. In community health she provided care for individuals affected by sexual abuse, post-traumatic stress, anger management challenges, bipolar disorder, self-esteem struggles, and eating disorders.

Using an integrative, client-centered approach, Dana encourages clients to express their feelings and to develop insight. She views each person as the expert on their own life and emphasizes collaboration to tailor a therapeutic plan that reflects the client’s goals and strengths.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dana Secord have?

Dana Secord has 6 years of experience.

Is Dana Secord a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: CO LPC LPC.0017943, TX LPC 81781.

In which languages does Dana Secord provide therapy?

Dana Secord provides therapy in English.

Where is Dana Secord located?

Dana Secord is located in Texas.

How can I work with Dana Secord as my therapist?

You can work with Dana Secord through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dana Secord work with international clients?

Dana Secord does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dana Secord cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and persistent distress that gets in the way of living a valued life. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape expectations, emotions, and patterns in close relationships, which can help address intimacy concerns, relationship conflict, and attachment-related distress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress through structured exercises and problem-solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dana collaborates with each person to determine which techniques and strategies best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time in partnership with the client.

Providing therapy online allows for flexible scheduling and access from different locations. Sessions may take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and daily commitments. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver evidence-informed interventions and practical support while accommodating each person’s routine and comfort with technology.

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