Marla Anderson , LPC

Marla Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who combines practical therapy methods with a calm, respectful approach. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and life changes. Marla writes plainly and listens closely to each person's story before deciding next steps. Before moving fully into private practice, Marla began her counseling work in schools more than 15 years ago and shifted toward LPC practice starting in 2018. She completed the changeover in June 2021 and has since worked with a wide age range of clients. That background gives her experience with common life transitions and ongoing pressures that affect families and individuals. In session she uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people spot unhelpful patterns and try different behaviors. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person’s priorities and Motivational Interviewing to help people increase their own motivation for change. Marla offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, known as EMDR, as one option when trauma or strong memories are a concern. Her style is straightforward and compassionate. She works with clients to build small, practical steps that fit daily life. Marla emphasizes respect and sensitivity while creating plans that match each person’s needs. People who want a direct, skills-focused approach with room for personal goals may find her style helpful. She offers sessions across several online formats to match different schedules and preferences.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following each person's priorities. In practice this means the therapist asks open questions, reflects what they hear, and shapes sessions around the client's goals and pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and actions keep problems going and uses practical exercises to change them; it often helps with anxiety, stress, and building new daily routines. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication and can be useful when strong emotions or relationship struggles get in the way. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, try strategies that fit the client's needs, and adjust plans based on what is helpful. That collaborative process helps people understand which tools suit their situation and goals. Online therapy offers flexibility to fit sessions into busy lives. Video calls let people see nonverbal cues and work through exercises in real time. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, homework support, or people who express themselves better in writing. These formats make it possible to continue therapy through life changes and varied schedules, while keeping the focus on practical progress and accessible support.