- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and bipolar
- CBT and mindfulness
About Dora
Dr. Dora Whiteside is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based in Texas with 17 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood episodes, addictions, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma and related problems. Dora uses familiar therapeutic approaches while adapting her work to each person's issues and life context.
She favors straightforward conversations and aims to build a working relationship quickly. Early sessions focus on understanding what feels most pressing and practical steps that can be taken. Clients can expect a mix of talking, skills practice, and problem-focused work rather than long theoretical explanations.
Dora draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods alongside existential and Jungian ideas and mindfulness practices. That mix supports work on thinking patterns, self-understanding, values, and day-to-day coping skills. She often combines therapy tools with clear goals and skill rehearsals to help people manage moods, cravings, sleep, and concentration.
Her background includes work across diverse clinical settings and with a wide range of presenting concerns. She has experience supporting people through suicidal crisis, severe mood swings, and complex co-occurring issues. That experience informs how she plans safety and coping strategies together with each person.
People who tend to do well with her approach want practical steps and reflective dialogue. She helps people facing life changes such as new jobs, relationship shifts, parenting strain, or the pressure of early adulthood to figure out clearer next steps and manageable routines.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters most to the person. It helps with building rapport, exploring values, and clarifying what a better day looks like. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, moods, and behaviors connect and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep, and daily routines. Mindfulness therapy brings attention training and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus during stressful moments.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to pick methods that match the client's goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress and needs change. Expect a mix of conversation, skill practice, and planning rather than a single fixed method.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins between commitments, or avoid needing to be on camera for every session. Licensed professionals can adapt the above approaches to these practical formats so therapy fits everyday life.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, addictions, ADHD, relationship and intimacy problems, grief, trauma, and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversational style that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered listening, mindfulness, and existential or Jungian perspectives when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings with diverse presenting problems.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Texas.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients and offers services to people located within the scope described in her profile.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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