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Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic, LPC

Experienced trauma-informed counselor and family therapist
  • Trauma informed care
  • Relationship and grief focus
  • Thirty years experience

About Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic

Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with three decades of clinical experience supporting adults and adolescents across a range of settings. She holds both a master’s and a doctoral degree in Marriage and Family Counseling - degrees that reflect advanced training in relationships and systems - and she is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, which underscores her expertise working with trauma-related challenges. Colleagues and clients often call her Dr. J.

Over the course of a 30-year career, Dr. Jakopovic has provided individual and group counseling focused on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, self-esteem concerns, family and couple issues, and coping with chronic or terminal health conditions. Her approach emphasizes helping people develop practical psychological tools to navigate complicated feelings and life circumstances, whether they are coping with relationship struggles, major life transitions, or the emotional fallout of illness and loss.

Dr. Jakopovic combines a warm, client-centered stance with evidence-informed techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. She brings particular skill in trauma work and in supporting clients through grief, caregiving demands, and communication or intimacy difficulties. Her practice reflects a commitment to guiding clients through obstacles and partnering with them as they move toward greater resilience and clarity.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic have?

Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic has 30 years of experience working with adults and adolescents in a variety of clinical settings.

Is Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is listed as TX LPC 60904.

In which languages does Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic provide therapy?

Dr. Jakopovic provides therapy in English, Croatian, and Serbian.

Where is Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic located?

Dr. Jakopovic is located in Texas.

How can I work with Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic as my therapist?

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

Does Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Jakopovic works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Zvonka Jakopovic 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 Care

Dr. Jakopovic draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, respectful space where individuals lead the pace of their healing and therapists help reflect and clarify personal goals - this approach is especially helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress, offering concrete skills for symptom reduction and coping. For couples and relationship work she integrates elements of the Gottman Method, a practical approach that targets communication, conflict management, and rebuilding trust.



Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Jakopovic collaborates with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so therapy remains responsive and client-centered.



Online therapy with Dr. Jakopovic is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varied schedules and circumstances. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or transitional periods, and they increase accessibility for people who live far from in-person services or who prefer remote sessions. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to support meaningful progress in therapy.

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