- ACT methods
- CBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Jo
Jo Anna Mendoza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas with five years of clinical experience. She works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and trouble coping with life changes. She also supports concerns tied to relationships, grief, career struggles, and compassion fatigue.
Jo Anna keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She encourages clear talk about thoughts and feelings and helps clients notice patterns that keep problems going. Conversations focus on what matters to the client and on small steps that can reduce reactivity and build steadier responses.
In her approach she uses methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside mindfulness and client-centered work. These methods are used to develop skills for handling anger, managing anxiety, and improving communication. Sessions often mix short exercises with discussion so people can try new ways of responding between meetings.
She is comfortable working in English and Spanish and practices in Texas. Jo Anna aims to help people recognize triggers, learn coping tools, and build toward clearer goals. She asks clients to set aims for therapy and reviews progress regularly.
If someone is weighing therapy, she suggests a first visit to talk about immediate concerns and priorities. That meeting is used to agree on next steps and practical tools to try before the following session.
Therapeutic approaches used and how they fit online
Jo Anna uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values. ACT is helpful when anger or anxiety gets in the way of goals and relationships. She also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. CBT offers clear steps for changing reactions and reducing stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means checking what works in early sessions and adjusting methods over time so the work fits the person's life.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work or family commitments, allow shorter check-ins when a full hour is not possible, and remove the need to commute. Many people find it simpler to practice skills between sessions when therapy fits more easily into their week. Licensed professionals can discuss which format best supports skill practice and steady progress.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. The focus is on reducing reactivity and improving how people express their feelings.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and conversational using techniques from ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and client-centered therapy. Sessions mix discussion with small skills practice.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience as a counselor. That time includes helping people with anger, trauma, anxiety, and life changes.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas. Her practice is conducted from Texas.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not accepted at this time.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking. The therapist will note formats when you start the intake process.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The initial meeting helps set goals and plan next steps.