Abbie Hancock , LCSW

Abbie Hancock is a licensed clinical social worker in Texas who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and addictions. She also supports those coping with trauma, low self-esteem, body image concerns, panic, and feelings of isolation. Abbie writes plans with each person to match their situation and goals. She uses a conversational style that blends practical skills and open listening. Sessions focus on small, usable steps such as coping strategies, behavior changes, and clearer communication. Abbie emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping clients build confidence and motivation. Her approach draws from several evidence-based methods to fit different needs. She may use techniques that help identify unhelpful thoughts, practice new behaviors, and increase willingness to act on important values. She also uses moment-to-moment acceptance work and emotion regulation skills when those are helpful. Abbie has 13 years of experience working in clinical settings. She aims to make therapy feel practical and relevant, not vague. Clients can expect straightforward feedback, coping tools to try between sessions, and focused attention on what matters most to them. Many people seek Abbie for women’s issues like body image and self-esteem, or for trauma and relationship-related concerns. She works with individuals on topics such as caregiver stress, abandonment wounds, control and impulsivity, guilt and shame, and finding life purpose. Her work is collaborative and goal oriented.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take actions that match those values, even when distressing thoughts or feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood. Both approaches are practical and can be used to address stress, panic, and motivation problems.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up. Together they will try methods that fit the person’s needs and adjust the plan over time based on what is helpful.

Online sessions can include video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video lets people use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, quick skills practice, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options add flexibility so therapy can fit work, caregiving, or other life demands.