- Focus on practical change
- Warm nonjudgmental space
- Mindfulness and values
About Dolores
Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 10 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress and anxiety along with trauma, anger, self-esteem, and depression. Dolores aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and acknowledges the courage it takes to begin.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about hard thoughts and feelings. Sessions center on honest conversation and practical steps that fit into everyday life. Dolores listens closely and helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck.
Her work draws on several evidence-informed approaches. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help reframe unhelpful thoughts and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support values-based action. Mindfulness techniques are woven in to build present-moment awareness and reduce overwhelm.
Dolores also incorporates Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused ideas, prioritizing empathy and the emotional connection in the room. This mix allows her to adapt to different concerns like relationship strain, caregiver stress, chronic illness, or difficulties with self-image.
People come to Dolores for support with a wide range of struggles, including abandonment issues, communication problems, codependency, and divorce or separation. Her approach aims to translate insight into small, doable changes. If you are ready to explore next steps, she encourages taking that first step toward relief.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about hard thoughts and feelings. Sessions center on honest conversation and practical steps that fit into everyday life. Dolores listens closely and helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck.
Her work draws on several evidence-informed approaches. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help reframe unhelpful thoughts and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support values-based action. Mindfulness techniques are woven in to build present-moment awareness and reduce overwhelm.
Dolores also incorporates Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused ideas, prioritizing empathy and the emotional connection in the room. This mix allows her to adapt to different concerns like relationship strain, caregiver stress, chronic illness, or difficulties with self-image.
People come to Dolores for support with a wide range of struggles, including abandonment issues, communication problems, codependency, and divorce or separation. Her approach aims to translate insight into small, doable changes. If you are ready to explore next steps, she encourages taking that first step toward relief.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online support
Dolores uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change thought patterns that fuel anxiety and stress. CBT focuses on practical exercises and skill-building that can be practiced between sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) complements this by helping people clarify values and commit to small actions, which can reduce avoidance and increase life satisfaction.She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that calm the nervous system and reduce reactivity. These approaches are helpful for worries, low mood, trauma responses, and anger because they offer concrete tools and repeated practice.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dolores will work with each person to decide which methods feel most helpful based on their needs and goals. Together they will try ideas, notice what helps, and adjust the plan over time to fit real life.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Dolores aims to shape sessions so they fit daily routines while focusing on the practical skills that reduce stress and anxiety.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Dolores address?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and divorce or separation.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on open conversation and practical steps. She mixes structured tools with empathic listening.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional work experience as a counselor in clinical settings and private practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.