Terri Beard, LPC
Empathetic, goal-focused Licensed Professional Counselor
- EMDR trained
- CBT and ACT approaches
- Warm client-centered care
About Terri Beard
Terri Beard is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who works with adults facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from Texas Tech University and maintains licensure as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. Her clinical experience includes supporting people managing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, career transitions, mood disorders, substance use issues, and obsessive-compulsive patterns. She has also worked with clients coping with stress, bereavement, abuse or neglect, and other difficult life circumstances.
Terri describes her approach as empathetic, goal-oriented, and firmly client-centered, creating a warm and nonjudgmental space where people can explore goals and build practical strategies. She commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and she uses solution-focused and motivational interviewing techniques to set achievable objectives. Terri is LGBTQ-affirming in her work and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR - for processing traumatic memories. Her aim is to guide clients through challenges so they feel empowered by their progress and better equipped to meet their therapeutic goals.
Terri describes her approach as empathetic, goal-oriented, and firmly client-centered, creating a warm and nonjudgmental space where people can explore goals and build practical strategies. She commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and she uses solution-focused and motivational interviewing techniques to set achievable objectives. Terri is LGBTQ-affirming in her work and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR - for processing traumatic memories. Her aim is to guide clients through challenges so they feel empowered by their progress and better equipped to meet their therapeutic goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentCo-morbidityControl issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)TrichotillomaniaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Terri Beard have?
Terri Beard has 8 years of experience.
Is Terri Beard a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC. License details are TX LPC 79438 and GA LPC LPC012937.
In which languages does Terri Beard provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Terri Beard located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Terri Beard as my therapist?
You can work with Terri Beard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Terri Beard work with international clients?
Terri Beard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Terri Beard 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 with therapy 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 Remote Therapy
Terri Beard integrates several structured therapies that adapt well to remote formats. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR - is a trauma-focused method that supports processing of distressing memories and related symptoms when appropriate, and it can be delivered effectively in online sessions with careful preparation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead to build insight, self-compassion, and personal growth.Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative work between client and therapist. Terri will discuss goals, preferences, and the issues you bring to determine which methods are the best fit and may combine approaches over time to meet evolving needs.
Online therapy offers practical benefits such as greater scheduling flexibility and easier access to care. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to connect from different locations and to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable. These options can make it simpler to maintain consistency in treatment while fitting therapy into a busy life.