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Kathy Boaz-Chavez

Kathy Boaz-Chavez, LPC

Therapist · Texas · 6+ years of experience

Calm, practical support for mood and stress

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At a glance

Listed location
Texas
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Texas)
LPC · No. 74036
NPI
1871282707

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  • Client-centered
  • CBT tools
  • Mindfulness skills

About Kathy

Kathy Boaz-Chavez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and mood-related concerns. She also supports people dealing with self-esteem struggles, panic, bipolar symptoms, and feelings of isolation. Kathy aims to make the first step toward change easier and less overwhelming by offering steady support and practical guidance.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through difficult thoughts and feelings. Conversations focus on what matters most to the client and on small, doable steps toward relief. Kathy uses common-sense tools to build coping skills and to increase emotional awareness.

Kathy draws from several approaches when planning work with a client. She uses client-centered methods to follow the person's lead and foster safety. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new ways of responding to stress.

She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness-based tools when emotion regulation and present-moment skills are needed. These methods support people who struggle with intense feelings or repeated worry. Kathy adapts techniques to each person's pace and priorities.

With six years of professional experience in Texas, she combines practical exercises with empathetic listening. People who want to explore meaning, manage mood, or regain confidence can expect a collaborative and respectful approach. Kathy encourages starting with a simple conversation to see if the fit feels right.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How Kathy Uses Talk, Skill Work, and Mindfulness Online

Client-Centered Therapy puts the person's concerns first. The therapist listens carefully and follows the client’s lead to build trust and identify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation and practical skills for handling intense feelings and crisis moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kathy will discuss options and try methods that match a client's needs, goals, and comfort level. The plan is collaborative so the client helps shape which tools get used and when to shift focus.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, whether that means shorter check-ins on a tight day or scheduling around work and caregiving. It can also reduce travel time and let people continue steady support during life transitions. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and DBT skills to remote sessions while helping clients apply them in daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist focus on?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar and trauma-related concerns, and related issues such as self-esteem, panic, and isolation.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The approach is warm and nonjudgmental, with a focus on practical coping skills and listening to each person’s priorities.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has six years of professional work experience practicing in Texas.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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