- Client-centered
- ACT and CBT
- Trauma informed
About Cynthia
Cynthia Mickel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 20 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, intimacy-related issues, parenting, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Cynthia works with adults who are navigating difficult life events and emotional pain.
She trained in educational psychology with an emphasis on community counseling and has spent two decades in service settings. Much of her career has involved substance use treatment, including roles as a clinical supervisor in a residential program and as a clinical director. That background shaped how she supports people dealing with addiction and trauma.
Cynthia uses a client-centered approach and prefers a relaxed, approachable manner in sessions. Some people come for a listening ear and guidance. Others want to dig into the causes of their struggles. She adapts to both styles and gives practical suggestions when they fit.
In sessions she often assigns short experiments to try between meetings. These are simple exercises meant to take what was discussed in the session and apply it in everyday life. Cynthia encourages clients to learn through experience and to recognize their own capabilities.
She has worked with adolescents and adults across a range of mental health concerns, including self-harm and grief, and has led adolescent programs. Her work emphasizes steady, practical progress rather than quick fixes.
How Cynthia uses evidence-based approaches in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match personal values. It can help with anxiety, low mood, and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that keep problems going. That approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress.Cynthia combines these models with a client-centered stance so the work is collaborative. She’ll help you decide which approach fits your goals and preferences. Expect the therapist and client to review what works, adjust the plan, and try different techniques until a good fit emerges.
The original biography indicates Cynthia does therapy virtually from home. Confirm the current session formats before you book to know which specific options are offered. One practical benefit of remote sessions is being able to fit therapy into a busy week without travel. Remote sessions also make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid camera use if needed, or work from a quieter space. Her practice commonly includes brief exercises or experiments to try between sessions so therapy links directly to everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Texas, Oregon, Washington, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Cynthia helps with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, self-esteem, intimacy issues, parenting concerns, mood disorders, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a client-centered approach and is described as laid-back and personable. Sessions range from listening and guidance to focused work on causes and skills.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working in counseling and substance use treatment, including supervisory and clinical director roles.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with LPC licensure in Arizona and Texas, and she practises from Texas.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered to international clients; sessions are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography notes Cynthia works remotely and conducts virtual sessions. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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