Laurie Ann Pena, LPC

Laurie Ann Pena holds a Master of Science in Counseling with a specialization in Addictions from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, awarded in 2015, and she practices as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). She brings more than a decade of experience in the behavioral health field, including five years working as a licensed counselor, and applies that background to support individuals facing a range of life challenges.

Her work centers on addressing depression, anxiety, and addictions while helping clients build self-love, improve communication, and find a renewed sense of purpose. Laurie focuses on mood disorders and life transitions, guiding people to explore their experiences and develop practical coping strategies. She places particular emphasis on healing shame, strengthening self-esteem, and empowering clients to overcome obstacles that have left them feeling stuck.

Laurie offers a warm, non-judgmental approach that emphasizes collaborative growth and personal resilience. She aims to walk alongside clients as they challenge limiting beliefs, cultivate inner strength, and create meaningful change in areas such as stress management, addiction recovery, and navigating significant life shifts.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Laurie Ann Pena uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to mood disorders and addiction recovery, focusing on interventions that help clients understand patterns of thought and behavior and develop healthier responses to stress and triggers. She also emphasizes skills-based work to strengthen communication, build self-esteem, and support coping during life transitions, offering structured strategies that clients can practice between sessions.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Laurie works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and strengths, and she adjusts methods over time so the approach aligns with each person’s needs and progress.

Online therapy with Laurie includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and allows clients to access care from their own communities. These formats support continuity of care during busy schedules or life changes, enabling clients to engage in therapy in ways that fit their daily routines and comfort levels.