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Aaron Mandzak

Flexible CBT-informed care for practical change

LPC Texas

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy
Languages
English

About Aaron

Aaron Mandzak is an LPC based in Texas who draws on practical, evidence-informed strategies to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges.

Background and approach

He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside narrative and solution-focused techniques to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, reframe difficult stories, and build small, achievable steps toward change. With three years of professional experience, he frames work as collaborative and goal-oriented while remaining attentive to each person’s unique needs.

His practice also addresses coping with life transitions and a wide range of related concerns, including communication problems, codependency, adoption and foster care issues, chronic pain and illness, and substance-related difficulties. Aaron aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and practical skills can be practiced.

Prospective clients are invited to take the first step toward change by completing the intake process and scheduling sessions when ready.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy Options

Online sessions with Aaron use clear, practical methods that translate well to remote formats. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress and then practicing concrete strategies to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. Narrative Therapy helps clients explore and reframe the stories they tell about themselves, often uncovering alternative perspectives that support resilience and change. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, concrete steps and measurable goals to generate momentum and build confidence in everyday life.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative rather than fixed. Aaron will work with clients to evaluate goals, preferences, and the issues they bring to sessions and will adapt methods over time so the work fits each person’s needs. That process may combine elements from different approaches to keep therapy practical and client-centered.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varied schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or travel is difficult, while allowing therapists and clients to focus on skills, reflection, and goal-setting in ways that suit individual routines.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist commonly address?
Aaron works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem struggles, and coping with life changes, plus many related areas like communication problems and substance-related issues.
What is the therapeutic approach and style like?
He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with narrative and solution-focused methods to combine skill-building, story reframing, and brief goal-oriented planning in sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
The counselor has three years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in his profile.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas under TX LPC 81638.
Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients as noted in his profile.
Which session formats are offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to the formats listed.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English