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Patricia Klepinger

Compassionate, collaborative counseling for life transitions

LPC Texas

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Patricia

Patricia Klepinger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and transitions in life.

Background and approach

With three years as an LPC and an additional eight years of experience as a professional school counselor, she combines practical skills with a compassionate, person-centered attitude to support clients through difficult moments. Her practice emphasizes respectful, sensitive engagement where clients and therapist collaborate to build individualized plans.

Patricia draws on a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and solution-focused strategies to address issues such as panic attacks, mood challenges, attachment and abandonment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, and post-traumatic responses.

She attends to both immediate coping needs and longer-term goals, guiding clients toward clearer priorities and healthier patterns. Patricia frames therapy as a joint process: she listens without judgment, tailors interventions to each person, and supports clients in taking incremental steps forward.

Those seeking a respectful and collaborative clinician in Texas will find her approach grounded in empathy, practical tools, and steady encouragement.

Therapeutic approaches and online support



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, mood concerns, and panic symptoms. It provides practical tools for managing thoughts, developing coping skills, and addressing day-to-day challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that align with what matters most, which can be useful for stress, life changes, and persistent worry. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience, offering empathetic listening and validation to help build self-understanding and confidence.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each client to explore which methods fit their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to match evolving needs. This collaborative exploration helps tailor interventions so they feel relevant and manageable.

Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, supporting flexibility around work, caregiving, and location constraints. These formats make it possible to engage in therapy from home or elsewhere, maintain continuity during transitions, and choose the communication mode that best suits pacing and comfort.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Patricia commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes, along with related areas such as panic, mood disorders, attachment concerns, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her style is collaborative and respectful, using client-centered conversation alongside evidence-informed methods like CBT, ACT, EFT, and solution-focused techniques tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She holds three years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor plus eight years working as a professional school counselor, bringing a combined background in counseling settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is licensed as an LPC in Texas with license number TX LPC 91641 and practices from Texas.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English