Laura Tellez

Compassionate bilingual LCSW offering evidence-based care

LCSW Texas

Experience: 12 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English, Spanish

About Laura

Laura Tellez is a bilingual LCSW based in Texas who brings 12 years of clinical experience to work with people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.

Background and approach

She combines practical therapeutic tools with a compassionate, respectful stance to help clients explore patterns, process difficult experiences, and build coping skills tailored to their situation. Her practice emphasizes collaboration and adaptability; she shapes conversations and treatment plans around each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

Laura uses evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness strategies, and trauma-focused practices to address symptoms and strengthen resilience. Fluent in English and Spanish, she supports clients in the language they prefer and frames progress as a gradual, courageous journey rather than an instant fix.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Laura commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused methods into her online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy involves identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Trauma-focused therapy helps people process and make sense of painful experiences using strategies designed to reduce the ongoing impact of past harm.

She also draws on client-centered principles that emphasize respect, empathy, and collaboration; together the therapist and client explore what feels most helpful and make adjustments as goals and needs evolve. Determining the best combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process and is decided collaboratively based on the person’s concerns, preferences, and progress.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a licensed professional in Texas while maintaining continuity of care across changing circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem challenges, and depression, with additional attention to issues like attachment, abandonment, and communication problems.

What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?

Therapy blends client-centered techniques with cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness practices, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused work to tailor interventions to each person's needs.

How much practical experience does the therapist have?

She has 12 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns in clinical settings.

Where is the therapist licensed and located?

Laura holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in Texas under TX LCSW 55864.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered for online work?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How is cost handled for ongoing sessions?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English, Spanish