Yolanda Pender
Texas LPC focusing on relationships, parenting, and life transitions
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About
Yolanda Pender is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Texas with 18 years of clinical experience. Her work centers on relationship dynamics, parenting challenges, self esteem, stress and anxiety, and family concerns. She also addresses career questions, anger management, coping with life changes, and provides coaching-style support for clients seeking structured guidance.
Her additional focus areas include blended family issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, family of origin matters, infidelity, veteran and armed forces issues, self-love, and women's issues. Those topics often intersect with the broader concerns she sees in individual, couples, and family work.
Clinically, she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These approaches are used to explore thoughts and behaviors, clarify values and motivations, reframe personal narratives, and identify practical steps toward stated goals. The profile emphasizes a method-driven practice tailored to the specific issues a person or household brings to the work.
Her additional focus areas include blended family issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, family of origin matters, infidelity, veteran and armed forces issues, self-love, and women's issues. Those topics often intersect with the broader concerns she sees in individual, couples, and family work.
Clinically, she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These approaches are used to explore thoughts and behaviors, clarify values and motivations, reframe personal narratives, and identify practical steps toward stated goals. The profile emphasizes a method-driven practice tailored to the specific issues a person or household brings to the work.
- Location:
- Texas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 18
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Relationship issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LPC 65470
- NPI Number: 1437593621
- License: LPC (Texas)
Remote care with practical, goal-focused methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is offered to help identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, low self esteem, or relationship strain. In online sessions this approach is often paired with concrete skill-building and short-term assignments aimed at everyday challenges.
Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy are used to examine the stories a person tells about their life and to set achievable goals. Narrative work helps explore perspective and meaning, while Solution-Focused techniques emphasize small, measurable steps toward desired changes. Motivational Interviewing is available to support readiness for change and to clarify personal values that guide decision making.
This mix of approaches is suited to people who want collaborative planning that combines reflection with practical action. Remote sessions can take place by video, by phone, via live chat, or through text-based messaging, allowing the therapeutic work to fit different communication preferences.
How many years has Yolanda practiced counseling?
She has 18 years of professional experience in counseling.
What are her professional credentials?
Yolanda holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas as TX LPC 65470.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is she based?
She is based in Texas.
What communication methods are available for working together?
Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How is cost determined for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started with her?
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