Dr. Arleen Atkins

Dr. Arleen Atkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with more than 30 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship concerns. She also works with those coping with addictions, low self-esteem, and life changes. Her style centers on building practical steps that make daily life feel more manageable.

Dr. Atkins believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths to the work. She uses a solution-focused approach to identify what already works and to grow those strategies. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people shift thoughts and behaviors that keep problems stuck.

Sessions focus on clear goals and doable actions. Conversations aim to reduce overwhelm and create measurable progress. Dr. Atkins supports people who are navigating major transitions, including end-of-life decisions and hospice-related concerns.

Her background includes three decades of practice in Texas settings. That experience spans common life challenges such as parenting stress, career decisions, sleep problems, anger, and trauma-related concerns. She often combines short-term strategies with plans for longer-term change.

People who choose Dr. Atkins can expect a respectful, problem-solving approach. She emphasizes collaboration, practical tools, and steady support while people work toward clearer goals and improved daily coping.

How Dr. Atkins Uses CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online

Dr. Atkins uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT breaks problems into smaller steps so clients can test new ways of thinking and acting and see what helps with mood, sleep, and anxiety.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to identify strengths and build practical steps toward specific goals. That approach focuses on what is already working and on small, achievable changes a person can try between sessions. It is often useful for managing stress, improving communication, and coping with life transitions including hospice and end-of-life concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to find methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they decide whether to emphasize short-term solutions, CBT-based skill-building, or a blend of both.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit work into a lunch break, reduce travel time, and keep momentum between in-person visits. Talk with the therapist about how to schedule sessions so they match your daily routine and goals.