- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
About Laura
Laura Tellez is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with 12 years of practice. She is bilingual and works in both English and Spanish. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.
Laura focuses on direct conversation and practical tools. She uses clear questions and reflection to help people understand patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with attention to what feels most useful for each person.
She draws from client-centered methods to listen for what matters most to the individual. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. Mindfulness strategies and solution-focused steps are used when they fit the person’s goals.
Her experience includes work with issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, avoidant personality traits, body image, caregiver stress, commitment and communication problems, control struggles, divorce and separation, domestic violence, forgiveness, guilt and shame, immigration stress, infidelity, and loneliness. She aims to address the practical effects of these problems on daily life.
Laura asks clear questions about goals and progress and adjusts the approach as needed. She combines short-term problem solving with attention to deeper patterns when clients want that. The tone is straightforward and respectful, and sessions are offered in English and Spanish for people based in Texas.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Laura uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered work means listening closely to what the person says and shaping sessions around their priorities. This approach helps when someone needs focused conversations about values, relationships, or decisions. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that worsen mood or anxiety and testing small changes to see what helps.She also incorporates mindfulness techniques to help people notice and work with difficult feelings without getting overwhelmed. Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist and client review goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what is most helpful over time.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people choose whether they prefer to be on camera or use audio only, which can make sessions easier to manage on a given day.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression. Additional focuses include guilt and shame and related relationship or identity concerns.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses conversational, goal-focused work that looks at thoughts and behaviors linked to guilt or shame. Techniques may include cognitive behavioral steps and mindfulness to shift unhelpful thinking patterns.
What is her professional background?
She has 12 years of professional experience working in clinical settings. Her work has addressed a wide range of relational and trauma-related problems.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas and provides services to people located in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model 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.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.