Sylvia Luna

Practical skills and deeper meaning combined

LPC Texas

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Self esteem, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy
Languages: English

About Sylvia

Sylvia Luna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who focuses on helping people manage addictions, relationship struggles, grief, anger, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and existential ideas to help clients explore patterns of thought and meaning while learning practical skills for coping and change. Clients seeking work on self-esteem, communication problems, attachment or abandonment wounds, and issues tied to guilt, shame, or isolation will find a clinician who blends skill-building with personal reflection.

Sylvia frames therapy as a collaborative process in which goals are tailored to each person’s needs. Her background includes clinical work with substance use concerns and family systems, and she emphasizes straightforward, compassionate engagement rather than quick fixes.

The therapeutic work typically weaves cognitive-behavioral techniques for shifting unhelpful thinking with existential inquiry into values and purpose, all aimed at improving daily functioning and relational connection. Prospective clients in Texas can expect a grounded, empathic approach that balances practical strategies with deeper exploration of meaning and identity.

Integrating CBT and Existential Work in Online Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill building; it is often used for issues like anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance-related patterns. Existential Therapy emphasizes questions of meaning, values, and personal responsibility, helping people explore life purpose, grief, and identity concerns in a reflective way.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each client to determine whether more structured CBT techniques, deeper existential exploration, or a blend of both best fits the client’s goals and preferences. This tailored stance allows for adjustments over time as needs and objectives evolve.

Online therapy through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing work and family obligations. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, letting clients choose more interactive video sessions or shorter check-ins by message when that better suits their routine and comfort level.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sylvia commonly address?

Sylvia works with people facing addictions, low self esteem, family and relationship issues, grief, anger, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on related themes such as abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, and feelings of isolation.

What therapy approaches does she use in sessions?

Her practice uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Existential Therapy perspectives, combining skill-based techniques with exploration of meaning and values to address thoughts, behaviors, and life purpose.

How long has she been practicing?

She has four years of documented experience as a licensed counselor, during which she has worked with individuals addressing substance use, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

Sylvia holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas; her license is listed as TX LPC 70923.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

In what formats are sessions offered?

She offers several online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.

How are costs and payment structured?

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

What steps are involved to begin therapy?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Addictions Self esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefAnger managementCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shame Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English