- ACT methods
- CBT tools
- DBT skills
About Ana
Ana Parra is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 12 years of experience. She works with adults on problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief, and anger. She speaks English and Spanish and uses several therapy methods in her work.
Ana prefers a practical, interactive style. She listens and helps people name what is most difficult. Sessions focus on what comes up in day-to-day life and on small steps people can try between meetings. She draws on client-centered ways of working and cognitive behavioral tools to help people notice patterns and change unhelpful habits.
Ana also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to help with emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and moving toward meaningful goals. She helps people practice skills in the moment and reflect on values that matter to them. Therapy includes talking, skill practice, and planning for real-world situations.
Her background includes a range of settings over a dozen years helping adults and younger clients. She has experience with parenting concerns, ADHD, workplace stress, and issues related to identity and intimacy. Her approach balances practical skill-building with exploration of bigger life questions.
Sessions are structured but conversational. Clients work together with Ana to set priorities and test new ways of responding. She asks straightforward questions and gives clear strategies that can be used between sessions.
Therapeutic approaches used online and how they help
Ana uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. ACT focuses on accepting difficult feelings while committing to behaviors that matter, which can help when anger or avoidance get in the way of daily life.She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT helps identify patterns like automatic negative thoughts and teaches concrete strategies to test and change those patterns. For strong emotions and distress, she incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills such as emotion regulation and distress tolerance to reduce reactivity.
Finding the best approach is collaborative. The therapist and client review goals, try methods, and adjust the plan when something is not working. Ana frames therapy as a team process where techniques are matched to the person's needs, preferences, and daily life demands.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time. Ask about language options and practical scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma, addictions, and related issues listed in her specialties.
What is her basic therapy style?
She uses an interactive, client-centered style with practical skill-building. Sessions combine talking, practicing skills, and planning small steps.
How much experience does she have?
Ana has 12 years of experience in the mental health field working with adults and younger clients in various settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How do fees and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.