Carol Mendoza , LPC

Carol Mendoza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 14 years of clinical experience. Her interest in counseling began during military service, where she served as a counselor while on active duty - an experience that shaped her commitment to serving people facing complex life challenges.

She has worked across a variety of clinical settings, including psychiatric hospitals, a private practice focused on psychiatric testing for social security benefits, and outpatient mental health services for both children and adults. Over the course of her career she has worked closely with veterans and people coping with mood and trauma-related concerns.

Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, career transitions, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, among other areas. She draws on Solution-Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients clarify goals, identify practical strategies, and shift thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of well-being. Carol approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and collaborates with clients to tailor sessions to their individual goals and needs. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys time with her husband, their two dogs, and a large extended family, and finds pleasure in reading, biking, camping, fishing, and spending time outdoors appreciating butterflies.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Carol Mendoza

Carol Mendoza uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and evidence-informed, and is often used for issues such as anxiety, depression, panic, and mood regulation.

She also applies Solution-Focused Therapy, which emphasizes clear goals, existing strengths, and small, concrete steps toward change. This approach suits clients who want targeted, goal-oriented work to address specific problems or transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carol works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across life changes, and access support from licensed professionals and therapists without commuting.