- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Grief and loss
About Una
Una Howard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with five years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, and LGBT issues. Sessions address practical problems and emotional responses in clear, direct language.
Her approach focuses on talking through what feels most urgent and building small, manageable steps forward. She adapts discussions and plans to each person's circumstances rather than using a one-size-fits-all script. That includes looking at thought patterns, daily routines, and relationship habits that can make stress or anxiety harder to manage.
People meet in sessions to set goals, try new ways of reacting to hard situations, and practice those changes between meetings. She also works with issues linked to adoption and foster care, abandonment, aging and caregiver stress, body image, blended family concerns, and relationship problems such as communication and commitment struggles.
Other areas she addresses include avoidant personality patterns, codependency, co-occurring conditions, divorce and separation, domestic violence effects, and aspects of BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture when those topics come up in therapy. Conversations are candid and focused on what a client wants to change next.
Overall, sessions aim to be practical and straightforward. Una helps people break down overwhelming problems into steps that they can try between appointments. If a reader wants to proceed, they should confirm current session options before booking.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Una uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address problems like anxiety and relationship difficulty. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behavioral choices in everyday situations. This helps with worry, avoidance, and low mood by breaking down large fears into manageable actions.An additional approach centers on practical problem-solving and skills practice for communication and coping. Sessions aim to improve how people handle stressful conversations, set boundaries, and regain routine activities that support mood and confidence. These methods are useful for relationship concerns, caregiver stress, and grief-related difficulties.
Choosing the right mix of approaches is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, symptoms, and preferences, and can adjust the plan as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about which meeting style will work best for scheduling and practical needs.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, depression, LGBT matters, and related areas listed in her profile.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions focus on clear conversation, setting practical goals, and trying small steps between meetings to change how problems are handled.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional counseling experience working with the concerns noted in her profile.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.