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Makini Leno, LPC

Texas LPC for relationships and parenting
  • Relationship and intimacy
  • Parenting support
  • Focus and concentration

About Makini Leno

Makini Leno is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with five years of professional experience. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, indicating she holds state licensure to provide professional counseling in Texas - TX LPC 91714. She brings focused, compassionate support to people navigating relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, parenting questions, and the adjustments that come with major life changes.

Her work often addresses difficulties with concentration, memory, and focus, helping clients build practical strategies to manage those struggles. Makini approaches each person with respect and curiosity, creating an open space where thoughts and emotions can be expressed without judgment. She emphasizes collaboration, working alongside clients to identify goals and develop steps toward a more satisfying, balanced life. Seeking change takes courage, and she aims to empower and support clients through that process every step of the way.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Makini Leno have?

Makini Leno has 5 years of professional experience providing counseling and therapeutic support.

Is Makini Leno a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - and is licensed in Texas. License details: TX LPC 91714.

In which languages does Makini Leno provide therapy?

Makini Leno provides therapy in English.

Where is Makini Leno located?

Makini Leno is located in Texas.

How can I work with Makini Leno as my therapist?

You can work with Makini Leno through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Makini Leno work with international clients?

Makini Leno does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Makini Leno 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.

Approach-Focused Online Care and What to Expect

Makini Leno draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and emotions without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that align with their values - useful for coping with life transitions and persistent stress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns and early bonds to improve intimacy and communication, making it a fit for couples, parents, and those working through family-of-origin concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for problems like low mood, anxiety, and difficulties with concentration and focus.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Makini works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds. She aims to tailor interventions so they feel useful and realistic for each person.

Online therapy with Makini is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing for flexible scheduling and access from home or elsewhere. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and daily life while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who can support long-term change.

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