Carol Mendoza , LPC

Carol Mendoza is a licensed therapist in Texas with 14 years of professional counseling experience. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - a credential that indicates formal training and state licensure to provide therapeutic services. Her introduction to counseling began during military service, where she spent over a decade on active duty working as a counselor and supporting service members through a range of challenges.

Over the course of her career she has worked in multiple clinical environments, including three psychiatric hospitals, a private practice focused on psychiatric testing for social security benefits, and outpatient mental health services serving both children and adults. She has particular experience working with veterans and with people facing mood and anxiety-related concerns. Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, career transitions, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, among other areas.

Carol’s approach draws on Solution-Focused Therapy and incorporates practical strategies to address thinking patterns and behaviors. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and collaboration, tailoring sessions to each person’s goals and needs. Appointments are offered in the evenings with some Saturday availability, and she provides therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Convenient Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related concerns by teaching practical skills for managing thoughts and reactions. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on identifying goals and building on existing strengths to create small, achievable changes; it is commonly used for goal-oriented work such as improving coping, resolving specific problems, or navigating life transitions.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Carol works with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors techniques from these approaches to fit each person’s situation. Clients and the therapist review progress together and adjust the plan as needed.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access licensed professionals from different locations within Texas, and fit therapy into evening or weekend availability.