Darla Avery, LPC

Darla Avery is a licensed professional counselor who helps people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or the impact of past experiences. She speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps so clients can feel calmer and more able to handle daily life.

She has 21 years of experience working with adults who struggle with worry, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, sleep problems, and the aftereffects of trauma. Many people come to her when they feel stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Sessions aim to identify patterns that keep problems going and to build realistic coping skills.

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. She also draws on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools when those approaches seem helpful.

In practice she works with each person to figure out what will help most right now. That can mean pacing the work, practicing new skills between sessions, and processing painful memories when the client is ready. Progress is measured by getting through daily tasks with less distress.

Darla practices in Texas and communicates clearly about goals, steps, and what to expect in sessions. She aims to create a steady, supportive space where people can regain a sense of control and move toward lasting change.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

CBT helps people spot patterns in their thoughts and behaviors and try small, testable changes. Online sessions can use CBT to set concrete goals, review homework, and practice coping strategies between meetings.

EMDR focuses on processing distressing memories so they feel less intense. In an online setting the therapist guides eye movements or other bilateral stimulation while helping the client track shifts in reactions and meaning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what feels most helpful. This is a collaborative process where client preference, symptom patterns, and pacing guide choices.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for skill teaching and processing. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text are useful for brief check-ins, prompting skills practice, or fitting therapy into a busy day. These options make it easier to maintain consistency and to use therapy in ways that fit daily life.