William "Peter" Miller , LPC

William "Peter" Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas who brings a practical, client-centered perspective to counseling. He holds a Master of Education with a focus in clinical and mental health counseling from Texas Tech University and approaches therapy with an emphasis on collaboration and real-world problem solving.

With three years of clinical experience, he has worked directly with parents and children and has supported adoption and foster care families. He currently practices in the field of addiction and also addresses concerns such as depression, anxiety, and anger. He values building a trusting working relationship and enjoys getting to know each person's story so they can work through life's challenges together.

Peter uses cognitive behavioral techniques within a client-centered framework, helping clients identify patterns of thought and behavior while honoring each individual's expertise about their own life. He positions himself as a guide and sounding board, offering practical tools and supportive feedback to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.

Client-centered and Cognitive Approaches for Online Care

William "Peter" Miller draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where the person's priorities and strengths guide the work. This approach focuses on listening, collaboration, and supporting a client's own goals, which is particularly helpful for relationship, parenting, and life-transition concerns.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and reshape unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and skill-based, and it can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and some addiction-related challenges. Additionally, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) may be incorporated to build coping skills, emotional regulation, and effective interpersonal strategies when needed.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He will work collaboratively with each client to select and tailor methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single treatment style.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and communication. These formats make it easier to access ongoing support from home, work, or other settings while maintaining consistent progress toward personal goals.