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Dr. Arleen Atkins, LPC

Solution-focused Texas LPC with 30 years experience
  • Solution-focused therapy
  • 30 years experience
  • Texas licensed LPC

About Dr. Arleen Atkins

Dr. Arleen Atkins brings more than 30 years of professional experience to her work with adults facing stress, anxiety, low motivation, low self-esteem, depression, and related life challenges. She is licensed in Texas and holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - which reflects her training and clinical authorization to provide counseling in the state. Her approach centers on recognizing each person as the expert in their own story while identifying strengths and resources that can support change.

Using a solution-focused framework, Dr. Atkins and clients concentrate on achievable goals and practical steps that build momentum toward greater well-being. This strengths-based perspective prioritizes what is already working and adapts interventions to fit the individual rather than relying on one-size-fits-all techniques. She emphasizes collaboration, helping clients clarify priorities and develop new skills to manage symptoms and navigate transitions.

Taking the first step toward a more satisfying life can feel daunting, and Dr. Atkins frames that step as an act of courage. She offers steady, respectful guidance aimed at helping people move through difficult periods and toward clearer, more attainable goals, keeping the work grounded in the client’s values and lived experience.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMidlife crisisMood disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Arleen Atkins have?

Dr. Arleen Atkins has 30 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Arleen Atkins a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - and is licensed in Texas as TX LPC 11325.

In which languages does Dr. Arleen Atkins provide therapy?

Dr. Arleen Atkins provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Arleen Atkins located?

Dr. Arleen Atkins is located in Texas.

How can I work with Dr. Arleen Atkins as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Arleen Atkins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Arleen Atkins work with international clients?

Dr. Arleen Atkins does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Arleen Atkins 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 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.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Dr. Arleen Atkins commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy in her work. CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that helps people identify and shift unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior; it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress management. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes clients' strengths and future goals, guiding brief, goal-oriented conversations that build on what is already working to create concrete steps forward.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Dr. Atkins works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She integrates techniques from these approaches to tailor sessions, adjusting the focus as progress is made and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Dr. Atkins is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and allows therapy to fit into busy lives. These options let people access licensed professionals from home or elsewhere, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.

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