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Dr. Maria Peters, LPC

Experienced Texas LPC focused on healing and relationships
  • 20 years experience
  • Trauma and relationships
  • Strengths based approach

About Dr. Maria Peters

Dr. Maria Peters is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 20 years of professional counseling experience. She works with people facing depression, stress, trauma and abuse, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and challenges with anger management, offering practical support grounded in years of clinical work.

Dr. Peters approaches each person as the expert of their own story and emphasizes the strengths they already possess to address the obstacles they face. She views the decision to seek a more fulfilling and happier life as a courageous step and provides supportive, collaborative care aimed at helping individuals move toward greater well-being and satisfaction.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Maria Peters have?

Dr. Maria Peters has 20 years of professional counseling experience.

Is Dr. Maria Peters a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she is licensed in Texas under TX LPC 64866.

In which languages does Dr. Maria Peters provide therapy?

Dr. Maria Peters provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Maria Peters located?

Dr. Maria Peters is located in Texas.

How can I work with Dr. Maria Peters as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Maria Peters through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Maria Peters work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Maria Peters works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Maria Peters cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - people can connect with their therapist in the format that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options helps make counseling easier to integrate into a busy life.

Therapists offering remote care are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy can be a practical way to access professional support while working within the constraints of everyday schedules.

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