- CBT techniques
- Psychodynamic work
- Mindfulness practices
About Claudia
Claudia Burns is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 20 years of clinical experience. She helps people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, anger, relationship struggles, and life changes. Claudia draws on years of work in psychiatric settings and neuropsychological testing to understand what gets in the way of daily functioning.
She completed a bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology and later returned to school to earn a master’s degree in psychology while working full time. Early clinical work included time on a county hospital psychiatric ward and outreach after Hurricane Katrina, which shaped her understanding of crisis and recovery. She also worked with people who had eating disorders during her internship.
For 15 years Claudia performed neuropsychological testing, spending extended time with clients to evaluate cognitive and emotional functioning. That work brought direct experience with post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, adjustment after injury or illness, and the practical challenges of disability and returning to work.
Her approach combines emotional support, education, and skills work. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques and psychodynamic ideas, alongside mindfulness and attachment-informed thinking when appropriate. Sessions aim to increase insight and give practical tools clients can use between meetings.
Claudia values building a strong working relationship and sometimes uses humor to ease difficult conversations. She has led an online panic disorder support group and draws on decades of varied clinical experience to help people address symptoms and everyday problems.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Claudia commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic ideas in her work. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors to reduce symptoms such as anxiety, anger, or depression. Psychodynamic work looks at recurring patterns and past influences to increase self-understanding and change how someone responds to stress.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will help identify which methods fit a client's goals and preferences, and may combine techniques over time based on what helps most. Clients and the therapist decide together how to proceed and which skills to practice between sessions.
Confirm the current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, remove travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require a video feed, which can help when a quieter setting is needed or a brief update fits a lunch break. Ask about the specific session formats offered when you schedule so you know what to expect.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, anger, relationship and family issues, addictions, grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, career and ADHD among other concerns.
What is her style in sessions?
She focuses on emotional support, education, insight, and practical tools. Sessions include discussion, skill practice, and exploring personal patterns.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 20 years of clinical experience, including 15 years doing neuropsychological testing and earlier work in psychiatric settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, TX LPC, based in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.