Ava Weaver, LPC
Experienced trauma and family therapist
- Trauma and PTSD care
- Couples and family therapy
- Licensed Professional Counselor
About Ava Weaver
Ava Weaver is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 26 years of clinical experience supporting adults, adolescents, and families across a wide range of concerns. She has worked in regional mental health and mental retardation centers, in a psychiatric hospital setting at UTHealth Science Center Northeast, and with community populations, bringing depth of experience in trauma, play therapy, couples and family therapy, and other complex presentations. She also holds teaching credentials and spent several years as a special education teacher in public school districts, which informs her work with children, adolescents, and families.
She practices in an interactive, solution-focused manner and holds additional specialization in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She received training in Cognitive Processing Therapy through the Department of State Health Services and is listed in the state registry of certified CPT therapists. Her approach emphasizes practical feedback and individualized strategies that help people identify challenges, build on strengths, and move toward goals at a manageable pace.
Her formal training includes a Master of Science in Counseling from Texas A&M and a Bachelor of Arts in Education from East Texas State University, along with completion of an Institute in Counselor Supervision at the University of North Texas. In addition to her LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - she holds supervisory and national certifications including LPCS for clinical supervision and NCC as a Nationally Certified Counselor, and she maintains credentials related to CPT and teaching for the IDD population. She combines evidence-based methods with compassionate support to tailor care to each individual's needs and circumstances.
She practices in an interactive, solution-focused manner and holds additional specialization in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She received training in Cognitive Processing Therapy through the Department of State Health Services and is listed in the state registry of certified CPT therapists. Her approach emphasizes practical feedback and individualized strategies that help people identify challenges, build on strengths, and move toward goals at a manageable pace.
Her formal training includes a Master of Science in Counseling from Texas A&M and a Bachelor of Arts in Education from East Texas State University, along with completion of an Institute in Counselor Supervision at the University of North Texas. In addition to her LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - she holds supervisory and national certifications including LPCS for clinical supervision and NCC as a Nationally Certified Counselor, and she maintains credentials related to CPT and teaching for the IDD population. She combines evidence-based methods with compassionate support to tailor care to each individual's needs and circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ava Weaver have?
Ava Weaver has 26 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
Is Ava Weaver a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 19952.
In which languages does Ava Weaver provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Ava Weaver located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Ava Weaver as my therapist?
You can work with Ava Weaver through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ava Weaver work with international clients?
Ava Weaver does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ava Weaver 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support with Ava Weaver
Ava Weaver draws from client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where the therapist listens deeply and follows the client's lead - it is useful for building self-awareness, improving relationships, and supporting life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical skills and structured exercises - it is often used for anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ava collaborates with each person to explore options, tailor methods to individual goals, and adjust techniques over time so the plan matches the client’s needs, preferences, and pace.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow continuity of care across distances, make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, and offer multiple ways to engage so clients can choose what works best for them.