Laurie Ann Pena
LPC supporting mood, addiction, and self-esteem
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About
Laurie Ann Pena is a Licensed Professional Counselor who holds a Master of Science in Counseling with a specialization in Addictions from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, earned in 2015. She has more than ten years of experience in the behavioral health field and five years practicing as an LPC in Texas. Her work is grounded in addressing depression, anxiety, and the challenges that accompany life transitions.
She focuses on helping people build self-love and self-esteem, improve communication, and work through feelings of isolation and purpose. Laurie brings particular attention to stress, addictions, coping with life changes, mood concerns, and the management of guilt and shame. In sessions she emphasizes practical coping strategies and exploration of limiting beliefs to support meaningful personal growth. Laurie practices in Texas as TX LPC 78337 and offers an empathetic, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their goals and challenges.
She focuses on helping people build self-love and self-esteem, improve communication, and work through feelings of isolation and purpose. Laurie brings particular attention to stress, addictions, coping with life changes, mood concerns, and the management of guilt and shame. In sessions she emphasizes practical coping strategies and exploration of limiting beliefs to support meaningful personal growth. Laurie practices in Texas as TX LPC 78337 and offers an empathetic, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their goals and challenges.
- Location:
- Texas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 5
- 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, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LPC 78337
- NPI Number: 1306438098
- License: LPC (Texas)
Teletherapy options and therapeutic focus
Laurie offers remote sessions that align with her focus on mood, addiction, and personal growth. Online work centers on developing self-love and strengthening self-esteem through guided reflection and skill building. This approach helps clients identify unhelpful self-beliefs and cultivate more supportive ways of relating to themselves.She also emphasizes communication skill development, working collaboratively to practice clearer expression, boundary setting, and repairing strained interactions. For those navigating stress, depression, anxiety, or life transitions, Laurie uses pragmatic coping strategies to manage symptoms and respond to change with greater resilience. Her work with addictions focuses on understanding triggers, building alternative coping tools, and setting realistic recovery goals.
Laurie provides sessions by video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging. She describes the online setting as a collaborative space where clinician and client shape the work together, adapting pacing and tools to meet the client’s needs.
What is Laurie Ann Pena's clinical background?
She holds a Master of Science in Counseling with a specialization in Addictions from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi (2015) and has over ten years in the behavioral health field, including five years as a licensed counselor.
What credentials does she hold?
Laurie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license is listed as TX LPC 78337.
Which languages does she speak?
This profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is she based?
She practices in Texas.
How can clients work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to connect for therapy.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be connected.