Marlene Hood, LPC

Marlene Hood approaches counseling with the belief that it is acceptable to struggle and that reaching out for help is a courageous first step. She views counseling not merely as a career but as a calling to support people through change and healing, delivering compassionate, individualized care tailored to each person’s needs. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), she blends professional training with a heartfelt commitment to guide clients toward greater well-being.

Marlene enjoys working with teenagers ages 13 to 18, adults, and married couples, and she is particularly drawn to supporting those who are in pain. She helps clients develop practical therapeutic tools to cope with life’s unexpected challenges, focusing on building resilience, self-esteem, and coping strategies that fit each individual’s circumstances.

With almost 20 years as a Texas and Louisiana Certified School Counselor, Marlene brings extensive experience in ARD and IEP procedures, 504 plans, behavior intervention plans, crisis intervention, assessments for suicidal ideation and risk, and addressing destructive thoughts. Her areas of focus include individual counseling, anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem and confidence, parenting guidance, physical and sexual trauma, marriage counseling, and group therapy. She believes clients are the experts of their own stories and aims to support and empower them through collaborative care in Texas.

Client-Centered Care and Online Therapy with Marlene Hood

Marlene primarily uses client-centered therapy, a collaborative approach that places the client at the center of the process. This method focuses on empathy, active listening, and supporting clients to explore their feelings and values so they can discover personal solutions; it is helpful for issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

Her background as a certified school counselor informs practical, developmentally appropriate strategies for working with teenagers and families. That experience contributes tools for navigating behavioral plans, school-based concerns, and parenting guidance alongside therapeutic goals for individuals and couples.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Marlene works together with each client to determine what methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and adjusts techniques over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy with Marlene offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access support from a licensed professional without travel. The variety of formats allows clients to choose the way of communicating that feels most comfortable and effective for them.