- Goal focused
- Warm and direct
- Values driven
About Cindy
Cindy Hannigan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and codependency. She works with people dealing with relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, and life changes. Cindy offers straightforward support for intimacy issues, self-esteem struggles, and problems with sleep or anger. She also assists those navigating career stress, bipolar disorder, and ADHD-related concerns.
Her style is calm and collaborative. She listens first and helps clients set clear goals. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use between meetings. The aim is steady progress, not quick fixes.
Cindy draws on several therapy approaches to match each person’s needs. She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose valued actions. She uses Attachment-Based and Client-Centered methods to deepen emotional understanding and strengthen relationships.
Her background includes 12 years of clinical experience in Texas. She works with LGBTQ+ clients and people facing complex challenges like trauma, adoption or foster care issues, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. Cindy pays attention to how past relationships shape current patterns.
People can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental setting where practical skills meet emotional insight. Cindy encourages clients to try new strategies and to reflect on what works. She supports each person in building a life that fits their values and goals.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Cindy integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy in straightforward ways. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on actions that match their values, which can aid with anxiety, depression, and codependency. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early relationship patterns and helps people understand how those patterns affect current relationships and communication.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Cindy will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they try approaches and adjust the plan based on what helps most for everyday life and relationships.
Specific online session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make fitting therapy into a busy schedule easier and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions without video if that helps with bandwidth or comfort. Cindy aims to shape sessions so they fit into daily routines and support steady progress.
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Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cindy often help with?
Cindy supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting challenges, codependency, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens closely, helps set clear goals, and teaches skills people can use between sessions.
What is her clinical experience?
She has 12 years of experience working with clients on mood disorders, trauma, attachment issues, and life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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