About

Dr. Dora Whiteside is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 17 years of experience supporting people through difficult seasons and meaningful change. She approaches each day with a focus on growing in love, peace, and joy, and she brings that same intention into her work with clients who want to feel more grounded, hopeful, and empowered in their lives.

Her counseling style is rooted primarily in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and build more workable ways of thinking and responding. She also draws from person-centered principles to create a supportive, respectful environment, and she integrates solution-focused strategies along with a range of skills and interventions tailored to the individual.

Across a variety of settings, Dr. Whiteside has worked with clients from many cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a wide range of concerns, including major depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, psychosis, suicidal crisis and multiple suicide attempts, and thoughts of self-harm or harm to others. She prioritizes building rapport early, using the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for individualized care. Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they move from simply getting through the day toward creating a life that feels more like their best self.
Location:
Texas, United States
Years Experience:
17
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: TX LPC 62636
  • NPI Number: 1780965434
  • License: LPC (Texas)

Therapy Approaches That Translate Well Online

Dr. Dora Whiteside often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured, practical approach that helps clients notice patterns in thoughts, feelings, and actions and then practice new responses. CBT can be especially helpful when someone wants tools they can apply between sessions to handle stress, anxiety, mood shifts, or day-to-day overwhelm.

She also incorporates Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes respect, empathy, and a steady focus on the client’s goals. This approach supports people who want a space to be heard while building self-trust, self-esteem, and clarity about what matters most.

Mindfulness Therapy may be included as well, using present-moment skills to help clients relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions. It can be useful for strengthening coping, reducing reactivity, and creating more room for intentional choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and it can evolve over time. Dr. Whiteside works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences, then adjusts the pace and tools to support steady progress.

Online therapy makes it easier to access support in a way that fits real life. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, changing energy levels, and different communication styles.

How much experience does Dr. Dora Whiteside have?

Dr. Dora Whiteside has 17 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a wide range of concerns.

Is Dr. Dora Whiteside a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Dora Whiteside is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license is TX LPC 62636.

In which languages does Dr. Dora Whiteside provide therapy?

Dr. Dora Whiteside provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Dora Whiteside located?

Dr. Dora Whiteside is located in Texas.

How can I work with Dr. Dora Whiteside as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Dora Whiteside through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.

Does Dr. Dora Whiteside work with international clients?

No. Dr. Dora Whiteside does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Dora Whiteside cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.