Marcos Villareal, LPC
Texas LPC focused on relationships and mood
- Online and phone sessions
- LGBT and relationship care
- 20 years experience
About Marcos Villareal
Marcos Villareal is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 20 years of experience as a counselor and life coach. He has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, questions about sexuality, and the effects of physical trauma or emotional abuse. His practice also addresses challenges such as stress, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue, reflecting a broad clinical focus.
Villareal’s therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect and sensitivity. He approaches clients without stigmatizing labels and emphasizes compassion in every conversation. His work blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic client-centered principles, and mindfulness-informed strategies to create treatment plans that reflect each person’s unique needs. Sessions are shaped collaboratively so that dialogue and goals match the client’s priorities and life circumstances.
Marcos encourages clients who are ready to pursue a more fulfilling life and offers steady support and practical guidance throughout the change process. He focuses on empowering people to take the steps they choose, helping them build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and move toward goals at a pace that fits their situation.
Villareal’s therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect and sensitivity. He approaches clients without stigmatizing labels and emphasizes compassion in every conversation. His work blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic client-centered principles, and mindfulness-informed strategies to create treatment plans that reflect each person’s unique needs. Sessions are shaped collaboratively so that dialogue and goals match the client’s priorities and life circumstances.
Marcos encourages clients who are ready to pursue a more fulfilling life and offers steady support and practical guidance throughout the change process. He focuses on empowering people to take the steps they choose, helping them build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and move toward goals at a pace that fits their situation.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace 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) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marcos Villareal have?
Marcos Villareal has 20 years of experience.
Is Marcos Villareal a licensed therapist?
Yes. Marcos Villareal is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: TX LPC 79064.
In which languages does Marcos Villareal provide therapy?
Marcos Villareal provides therapy in English.
Where is Marcos Villareal located?
Marcos Villareal is located in Texas.
How can I work with Marcos Villareal as my therapist?
You can work with Marcos Villareal through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marcos Villareal work with international clients?
Marcos Villareal does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marcos Villareal 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 with therapy 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
Marcos Villareal draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clarification of personal values and learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward a meaningful life; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns that contribute to stress, low mood, and relationship difficulties, offering practical skills to manage symptoms. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses, helping clients address issues like abandonment, attachment concerns, and communication problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marcos works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This shared decision making helps tailor work to individual circumstances.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility - clients can meet by video call, speak by phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around schedules, family responsibilities, and geographic limits while working with licensed professionals and therapists to pursue meaningful change.