Tekesha Bland , LPC

Tekesha Bland is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with over 15 years of experience delivering mental health services. She has supported a wide range of clients, including those experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, substance use and co-occurring disorders, and challenges with relationships, self-esteem, and grief. Her clinical work also encompasses issues such as eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting concerns, anger, career transitions, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and intimacy-related struggles.

Tekesha approaches therapy from a respectful, nonjudgmental stance, emphasizing dignity for each person she meets. Her practice blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with humanistic, client-centered principles to create individualized treatment plans tailored to a client's specific needs and goals. She draws on techniques for coping with stress, improving emotional regulation, and addressing patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Clients can expect collaborative care that adapts over time as needs change, and Tekesha is accepting new clients in Texas. As an LPC she is licensed to provide professional counseling services in the state, and she brings extensive experience in addiction treatment, trauma-informed care, and work with diverse populations.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care

Tekesha employs Client-Centered Therapy to build a supportive, collaborative relationship in which the client's own values and goals guide the work. This approach helps people feel heard and understood while they explore changes they want to make in their lives. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches concrete strategies for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. When emotion regulation and interpersonal challenges are prominent, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can be introduced to strengthen coping, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Tekesha works collaboratively with clients to identify techniques and strategies that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts plans over time as progress and life circumstances evolve.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for those seeking care: sessions can occur by video call, by phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging, making it easier to connect from different locations and schedules. This flexibility supports consistent engagement and can make it simpler to integrate therapy into daily life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to each client.