Darla Avery

Compassionate therapy for anxiety and trauma

LPC Texas

Experience: 21 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Darla

Darla Avery is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Texas who supports adults facing persistent worry, high stress, and the lingering effects of traumatic experiences.

Background and approach

She begins by helping clients clarify what feels overwhelming and maps how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact so people can begin to regain a sense of control and calm. Her work blends practical skill-building with processing of past events, using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside EMDR when trauma work is appropriate.

Sessions emphasize identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing coping strategies, and strengthening emotional regulation so clients can approach daily life with greater confidence. With 21 years of experience, she brings steady professional judgment and a collaborative stance that centers each person’s goals and pace.

Many who seek her support are dealing with anxiety, depression, sleep disruption, anger, addictions, relationship strains, or life transitions, and she focuses on resilient, sustainable change rather than quick fixes.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; in online sessions this often means practicing new thinking habits, developing concrete coping strategies, and assigning real-world exercises to reduce anxiety and improve mood. EMDR is used to help process distressing memories by combining focused attention with guided stimulation; in remote work it can support trauma recovery by pairing structured processing with grounding and stabilization techniques.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative work. The therapist will explore a client’s symptoms, goals, and preferences and recommend an approach or combination of approaches that fit their needs, adjusting methods over time based on what proves most helpful.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provides flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access ongoing support from Texas without commuting, allow for brief check-ins or deeper sessions as needed, and help clients use therapeutic tools in the moments they face them.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Darla works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, anger, relationship strain, addictions, and the effects of trauma including post-traumatic stress.

What therapeutic styles does she use in sessions?

She uses evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients learn skills and process difficult experiences.

How much experience does the therapist have?

She brings 21 years of clinical experience working with adults on anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, and related concerns.

Where is the therapist licensed and located?

She is an LPC licensed in Texas with license number TX LPC 17163 and practices from that state.

Can people work with her in languages other than English?

Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for online work?

She offers a range of remote session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; services are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy with her?

To start, 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 Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Post-traumatic stress

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English