- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness work
About Monica
Monica Avalos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults navigating stress, anxiety, grief, depression, parenting concerns, ADHD, and life changes. Monica also addresses issues related to self-esteem, career decisions, and LGBT concerns.
Monica takes a straightforward, person-focused way of working. She starts by listening to what matters most and then helps people try practical steps to feel more in control. Sessions include talking through current problems, building skills for coping, and practicing small changes that fit everyday life.
Her approach draws on several evidence-informed methods. Monica uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and act on them. She applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thinking patterns and change unhelpful habits. Mindfulness practices and elements from Dialectical Behavior Therapy are offered to build emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
Clients can expect clear goals and practical homework between appointments. Monica pays attention to what works and adjusts plans when needed. She encourages steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Monica has a history of working with people facing loss, abandonment issues, adoption and foster care concerns, chronic illness, immigration challenges, and feelings of isolation. She aims to help adults in early adulthood and beyond who feel stuck after major life transitions.
How her approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take steps that match those values, even when feelings are hard. It can be useful for decisions about career, relationships, and life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and offers practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Monica will collaborate with each client to decide which methods feel most useful. That may mean trying ACT exercises one week, then CBT skills the next, and adjusting based on what helps meet the client's goals.
Confirm session formats before booking because the profile does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some people prefer video to practice interpersonal skills, while others choose phone check-ins when they need a quicker, lower-bandwidth option. If you want to try online sessions, complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first meeting to discuss how to make sessions practical for day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, parenting concerns, ADHD, career questions, and LGBT issues as listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She listens first and then works with clients on practical steps and skills. Sessions focus on goal setting, coping skills, and exercises to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Monica has seven years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including grief, abandonment, and chronic illness.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription 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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