- CBT
- ACT
- Mindfulness
About Jo
Jo Anna Mendoza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with five years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, relationship concerns, grief, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and address issues linked to family of origin and attachment when clients bring them up.
Her approach blends evidence-based tools with a person-centered way of working. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness techniques to help clients clarify values and build practical coping skills.
Jo Anna emphasizes straightforward conversations and goal-focused work. She helps people set small, achievable steps and practices between sessions. That might include behavioral experiments, values-based actions, or mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity.
When family history is part of the concern, she helps clients recognize recurring patterns from their early years. The work focuses on how those patterns affect relationships, choices, and self-image today rather than assigning blame.
Her style is direct and collaborative. People who prefer clear strategies and brief, concrete practices are often a good fit. Prospective clients are asked to confirm session formats before booking to match practical needs and scheduling.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire and an initial session are used to set goals and plan next steps.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is about clarifying what matters to a person and taking small steps that align with those values. It can help with anxiety, stress, and choices tied to family of origin issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments. It often helps with depressive thinking, anxiety, and behavior patterns learned in early relationships.Choosing an approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to decide which methods fit best based on goals and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking how they feel in everyday life, and adjusting the plan together.
When session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use video or audio depending on comfort and bandwidth. Therapists can recommend specific homework, mindfulness practices, or short behavioral tasks that fit into daily routines and support steady progress.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship issues, grief, and compassion fatigue, among other concerns listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a direct, collaborative style that focuses on practical steps, skills practice, and short-term goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience as an LPC in Texas.
What credential and location information is provided?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are international clients seen?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific rates depend on the chosen plan.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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