Dana Castillo

Dana Castillo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps adults and teens dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship strain, and life transitions. She works in a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental way so people can speak openly and feel heard. Her practice also addresses self-esteem, depression, and challenges tied to divorce and separation.

Sessions focus on understanding thoughts and feelings and building practical skills for everyday life. Clients learn tools to manage stress, improve communication, and make clearer choices. Dana aims to help people move forward with more confidence and direction.

Her style is straightforward and collaborative. She listens first, then helps create small, doable steps that fit each person's life. Progress is measured by clearer thinking, calmer reactions, and better problem solving.

Dana has three years of counseling experience and practices in Texas. She offers help in English and Spanish for those who prefer either language. Her training is reflected by the LPC credential she holds.

To begin, people are invited to consider their goals and what they hope to change. Dana focuses on what can be done now, with practical strategies for communication, self-care, and coping during transitions like separation or loss.

Approaches that help with stress and transition

Many clients find benefit from evidence-based techniques that focus on thoughts, behavior, and practical skills. Cognitive approaches look at the link between thoughts and feelings and help people test and change unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and low mood. Behavioral strategies emphasize small, doable actions and routines that lower stress and improve mood through consistent practice.

Skills-based work teaches concrete tools for coping with strong emotions and improving communication. This can include step-by-step methods for calming down during high stress, practicing clearer ways to speak about needs, and building habits that support daily functioning. These approaches are well suited to life transitions such as separation, job changes, or shifts in identity.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will ask about goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. Together they will tailor methods and adjust them over time so the plan fits the client's needs and pace.

Please confirm the session formats available before booking, as they are not listed here. Many people find online therapy useful for fitting care into busy days, keeping appointments during travel, or choosing a quieter check-in that does not require being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and communication methods so therapy works around everyday life rather than replacing it.