Kathleen Eager-Ariz, LPC
Collaborative person-centered therapist for life challenges
- Person-centered approach
- Trauma and anxiety support
- Video phone and messaging
About Kathleen Eager-Ariz
Kathleen Eager-Ariz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas who focuses on helping people navigate the demands of modern life and reclaim a sense of purpose. She recognizes how work, school, parenting, and other roles can leave someone feeling overworked, exhausted, or disconnected from what matters most. By pausing to examine habits, behaviors, emotions, and intuition, she supports clients in rediscovering their priorities and increasing presence in daily life.
Kathleen holds a strengths-based view of human resilience and growth, while acknowledging that trauma and long-standing patterns can make change feel out of reach. When someone knows that certain behaviors are harmful but is unsure how to shift them, she guides exploration of the barriers that keep them stuck and offers practical support to move forward. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions, relationship concerns, and parenting challenges.
Her therapeutic style is collaborative, person-centered, and solution-focused, and she brings warmth, passion, and authenticity to sessions. Kathleen often draws from psychodynamic perspectives along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to tailor treatment to each individual’s needs.
Kathleen holds a strengths-based view of human resilience and growth, while acknowledging that trauma and long-standing patterns can make change feel out of reach. When someone knows that certain behaviors are harmful but is unsure how to shift them, she guides exploration of the barriers that keep them stuck and offers practical support to move forward. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions, relationship concerns, and parenting challenges.
Her therapeutic style is collaborative, person-centered, and solution-focused, and she brings warmth, passion, and authenticity to sessions. Kathleen often draws from psychodynamic perspectives along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to tailor treatment to each individual’s needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kathleen Eager-Ariz have?
Kathleen Eager-Ariz has 3 years of experience.
Is Kathleen Eager-Ariz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are TX LPC 89421.
In which languages does Kathleen Eager-Ariz provide therapy?
Kathleen Eager-Ariz provides therapy in English.
Where is Kathleen Eager-Ariz located?
Kathleen Eager-Ariz is located in Texas.
How can I work with Kathleen Eager-Ariz as my therapist?
You can work with Kathleen Eager-Ariz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kathleen Eager-Ariz work with international clients?
Yes, Kathleen Eager-Ariz works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kathleen Eager-Ariz 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
How Therapeutic Approaches Translate to Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what truly matters to them and take committed action despite uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions by encouraging values-based choices rather than struggle against difficult internal experiences.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration. It creates space for clients to explore their feelings and goals at their own pace, which can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and parenting issues.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill-building. It is often applied to anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, and coping with change.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Kathleen collaborates with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and to determine which methods fit best for their situation. This collaborative process helps tailor care rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy expands access and flexibility by offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect with licensed professionals from different locations, including international clients.
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