Surnedra "Nedra" Simmons

Compassionate, goal-focused therapy for lasting change

LPC Texas

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
Languages: English

About Surnedra

Surnedra "Nedra" Simmons centers her practice on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and goal-oriented methods that help people identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical strategies for change.

Background and approach

She brings a solution-focused mindset to work that emphasizes forward movement and achievable steps, drawing on eight years as a licensed counselor to guide clients toward clearer goals and daily coping tools.

With a master's degree in School and Professional Counseling and licensure as an LPC in Texas, Nedra has experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions among many other concerns. Her background includes work with adolescents and adults in educational settings, where she refined skills in addressing trauma, low self-esteem, motivation struggles, and crisis-related issues.

Nedra approaches collaboration with openness and directness, inviting clients to share their perspectives so they can co-create realistic solutions that fit each person’s life and values.

Integrating CBT and Solution-Focused Work in Online Sessions

Clients can expect Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches that explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact; CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete coping skills for anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep problems. Solution-Focused Therapy complements this by zeroing in on strengths and practical steps toward clear goals, making it useful for career decisions, motivation, and life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative and iterative; the therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, preferences, and the specific issues they bring. That process often blends skill-building with brief, goal-oriented planning so therapy fits the client’s priorities and pace.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from Texas or internationally and allow clients to practice skills between meetings in ways that match daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Nedra commonly address?

She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, career concerns, addictions, relationship and family matters, trauma and abuse, sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is future-focused and goal-directed, using cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused therapy to help clients identify patterns and develop practical strategies for change.

What is her clinical and professional background?

She holds a master’s degree in School and Professional Counseling and has eight years of counseling experience alongside prior work in school settings supporting adolescents and adults.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with license TX LPC 76941 and practices from Texas.

Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.

What session formats are available with her?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How are sessions priced and billed?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How does someone begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes ADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFirst responder issuesHoardingLife purposeMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English