- CBT methods
- Solution-focused work
- Stress and anxiety
About Arleen
Dr. Arleen Atkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 30 years of experience. She works with adults on common life problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and anger. Her approach begins with listening to the person’s story and identifying what already helps them cope.
She emphasizes practical steps that build on a person’s strengths. Dr. Atkins uses solution-focused techniques to help people set clear, achievable goals. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles to notice and shift unhelpful thinking patterns that feed anger, worry, or low mood.
Sessions are goal-oriented and focused on skills you can use between visits. Conversations often look at specific situations where anger or frustration comes up, how thoughts and behaviors interact, and small changes to try. Work may include short experiments, new ways to talk about problems, and concrete strategies for managing emotions in the moment.
Dr. Atkins has spent three decades working with adults on life transitions, grief, addictions, sleep problems, and family-related issues. She also addresses attachment concerns, codependency, communication struggles, and end-of-life counseling for those facing hospice or geriatric challenges.
People who reach out can expect straightforward guidance and an emphasis on what is already working. The aim is to make progress on specific goals, whether that is reducing outbursts, handling workplace frustration, rebuilding trust, or improving day-to-day coping after a loss.
How Dr. Atkins uses CBT and Solution-Focused work online
Dr. Atkins draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice how thoughts, body sensations, and actions keep anger or anxiety going. CBT work is practical - identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing them, and trying alternative responses in real situations. It is often used for anger, worry, low mood, and sleep problems.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, short-term goals and build on what already works. That approach focuses on strengths and small steps that lead to quick, measurable changes in how someone responds to triggers or stressful events.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Atkins works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what has helped in the past and pick practical strategies to try between sessions.
Session formats supported by this profile are not specified here, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, offer shorter check-ins when needed, and allow focus on real-life situations that come up between meetings. Many people find virtual sessions help them practice new skills right away and keep momentum toward their goals.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with stress, anger, frustration, resentment, and related issues such as relationship strain and workplace stress.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses solution-focused techniques and elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to set goals and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
Dr. Atkins has 30 years of professional work experience helping adults with a range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, credentialed as TX LPC, and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.