Marla Anderson, LPC
Compassionate LPC helping with anxiety and addiction
- LPC in Texas
- EMDR trained
- Online sessions available
About Marla Anderson
Marla Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas who brings a warm, respectful, and collaborative approach to therapy. She began her work in school settings and later expanded into private practice, supporting people across a wide age range from young children to older adults. Marla focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem concerns, and coping with life changes, using practical skills and evidence-informed techniques.
Her work also addresses issues related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment difficulties, blended family dynamics, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and control issues, communication problems, relationship separation, domestic violence, substance use disorders, and eating and food-related concerns. She combines methods from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy with other therapeutic tools and is trained in EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - which she offers as part of her practice.
Marla emphasizes sensitivity and compassion while partnering with clients to develop individualized treatment plans. She focuses on collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies that fit each person’s unique needs and circumstances. Reaching out for support is a meaningful first step, and Marla aims to provide steady guidance throughout the therapeutic journey.
Her work also addresses issues related to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment difficulties, blended family dynamics, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and control issues, communication problems, relationship separation, domestic violence, substance use disorders, and eating and food-related concerns. She combines methods from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy with other therapeutic tools and is trained in EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - which she offers as part of her practice.
Marla emphasizes sensitivity and compassion while partnering with clients to develop individualized treatment plans. She focuses on collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies that fit each person’s unique needs and circumstances. Reaching out for support is a meaningful first step, and Marla aims to provide steady guidance throughout the therapeutic journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Marla Anderson have?
Marla Anderson has 7 years of experience.
Is Marla Anderson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 79992.
In which languages does Marla Anderson provide therapy?
Marla provides therapy in English.
Where is Marla Anderson located?
Marla is located in Texas.
How can I work with Marla Anderson as my therapist?
You can work with Marla Anderson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Marla Anderson work with international clients?
Marla Anderson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Marla Anderson 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 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Marla integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet a range of needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is useful for anxiety, stress, depression, and many everyday challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness - it can help with intense emotions, relationship struggles, and patterns of impulsive behavior. Marla is also trained in EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - a structured method that can help people process traumatic memories and reduce their ongoing impact.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marla works collaboratively with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time so the plan fits the client’s needs.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect from home or other convenient locations. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to provide interactive, skills-based, and supportive care that complements in-person work when appropriate.