Monica Mendoza, LPC

Compassionate LPC guiding recovery and life transitions

Trauma and addiction recovery
Stress and anxiety support
Relationship and family work

About Monica Mendoza

Monica Mendoza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 21 years of experience supporting adults through stress, anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, trauma and abuse, relationship and family challenges, conflict resolution, and major life transitions. She has practiced in both outpatient and inpatient settings, developing skills in crisis assessment, intervention, and stabilization that inform her clinical judgment and responsiveness. Monica blends action-oriented techniques and cognitive work with a steady presence of empathy, humility, and compassion to build a human-level connection that supports motivation and meaningful change.

Committed to lifelong learning, she values flexibility of perspective and integrates multiple approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her holistic focus aims to help people accept what cannot be changed, find the inspiration and courage to change what they can, and gain the insight to tell the two apart. Monica regards participation in another person’s healing and search for meaning as a professional privilege, and she offers therapy in English while practicing in Texas.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Monica Mendoza have?

Monica Mendoza has 21 years of experience.

Is Monica Mendoza a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details are TX LPC 66801.

In which languages does Monica Mendoza provide therapy?

Monica provides therapy in English.

Where is Monica Mendoza located?

Monica practices in Texas.

How can I work with Monica Mendoza as my therapist?

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

Does Monica Mendoza work with international clients?

Monica Mendoza does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Monica Mendoza 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

Monica integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into online sessions to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. She also employs Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for clients navigating intense emotions, relationship difficulties, or impulsive behaviors. In addition, Monica uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered to explore their goals and values.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Monica works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible, accessible ways to connect with licensed professionals. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access support from home or other convenient locations. Monica aims to use these options to make consistent, effective therapy more achievable for those she serves.

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