Maysun Elnihum

Compassionate, practical therapy for life’s transitions

LPC Texas

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Maysun

Maysun Elnihum is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas who focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, grief, relationship and family difficulties, ADHD, and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

She brings eight years of clinical experience across independent practice and psychiatric facility settings, supporting clients through challenges like abandonment, attachment issues, body image concerns, codependency, and caregiver stress.

Her approach blends evidence-informed strategies with a person-centered stance, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, existential perspectives, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing techniques. Maysun frames therapy as a collaborative process focused on identifying patterns, strengthening coping skills, and working toward meaningful goals.

She welcomes clients who are exploring change, seeking relief from overwhelming emotions, or wanting to improve communication and life functioning. Sessions are offered through multiple online formats, making it possible to engage in therapy in ways that fit individual schedules and preferences.

English-language services are provided for residents of Texas, and she holds the TX LPC 78435 credential.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Access

Maysun commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is practical for anxiety, depression, and many daily stressors. She also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which supports clients in clarifying values and building willingness to face difficult feelings while taking meaningful action. Client-centered techniques form a foundation as well, offering empathic listening and collaborative goal-setting to tailor interventions to each person’s experience.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and she works together with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process may include trying different strategies and adjusting the plan over time to find what feels most helpful.

Online therapy with Maysun is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to enhance flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and engage in therapy from locations across Texas. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques used in-person for virtual settings to support progress toward identified goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Maysun commonly address?

She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, anger, ADHD, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style combines client-centered listening with practical, evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help clients explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She has eight years of experience working in both independent practice and psychiatric facility settings, supporting children and adults across a range of concerns.

What credentials and location are associated with this therapist?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the designation TX LPC 78435 and practices in Texas.

Does she offer services in other languages or accept international clients?

Services are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working together?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.

How are sessions priced and billed?

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

What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English