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Peter Cosens

Experienced, practical therapist focused on change

LPC Texas

Experience
13 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Peter

Peter Cosens is an LPC based in Texas who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career questions, compassion fatigue, and other life changes.

Background and approach

He also focuses on issues such as attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and commitment problems, aging and geriatric issues, and substance-related concerns. With 13 years of clinical experience, he approaches common and complex concerns with direct care and practical guidance.

His style blends an empathetic, client-centered stance with structured techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and emotionally-focused methods, alongside mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing. Peter aims to listen carefully, help clients clarify goals, and recommend a clear plan rather than open-ended treatment.

He emphasizes accountability and purposeful work so clients can move toward meaningful change without prolonged dependence on therapy. Clients in Texas can expect a straightforward, caring clinician who balances compassion with firm guidance.

He offers a range of approaches to tailor work to each person’s needs and seeks to help people grow, cope with stressors, and navigate transitions in ways that respect their values and practical circumstances.

Practical approaches for online change and coping

Peter integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many forms of addictive behavior. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening, empathy, and tailoring sessions to the individual’s perspective to help clients feel heard and supported. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is another tool he draws on to address relationship patterns and the emotional experiences that underlie interpersonal difficulties, helping people process feelings and improve connection.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. He works with each client to explore which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as therapy progresses so work remains practical and goal oriented.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity during life transitions. These formats provide flexibility in how people engage with a licensed professional and allow therapeutic work to continue from varied locations while focusing on progress and practical outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Peter commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, self-esteem, career concerns, compassion fatigue, and various life transitions.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
His approach combines client-centered care with structured methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, emotionally-focused techniques, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to create practical, goal-focused work.
What is his professional background and experience?
He holds an LPC credential and has 13 years of experience working with a wide range of behavioral health concerns and life challenges.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is licensed in Texas with the credential TX LPC 67899 and provides services to clients in that region.
Does he offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working with him?
He meets with clients through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English