Norma McCarthy, LPC
Experienced Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas
- Personalized care plans
- Evidence based methods
- Support for life transitions
About Norma McCarthy
Norma McCarthy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings 25 years of experience to her psychotherapy practice. She offers a warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore feelings and experiences related to stress, anxiety, grief, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and a wide range of life transitions. Norma emphasizes a personalized approach, meeting each person where they are and shaping a treatment plan to fit specific strengths, needs, and goals.
Her work centers on collaboration - helping clients build a practical "mental health toolbox" of coping skills, behavioral strategies, and insight-driven practices tailored to their circumstances. Whether addressing intimacy issues, career challenges, caregiver stress, mood disorders, or the fallout from divorce and blended family dynamics, she focuses on achievable steps that promote steady progress.
Norma integrates several evidence-informed methods to help clients manage symptoms, process difficult emotions, and restore balance. She aims to empower people to identify patterns, set realistic goals, and develop sustainable strategies for day-to-day living. Norma welcomes conversations about therapy options and supports individuals seeking thoughtful, strengths-based care for emotional well-being.
Her work centers on collaboration - helping clients build a practical "mental health toolbox" of coping skills, behavioral strategies, and insight-driven practices tailored to their circumstances. Whether addressing intimacy issues, career challenges, caregiver stress, mood disorders, or the fallout from divorce and blended family dynamics, she focuses on achievable steps that promote steady progress.
Norma integrates several evidence-informed methods to help clients manage symptoms, process difficult emotions, and restore balance. She aims to empower people to identify patterns, set realistic goals, and develop sustainable strategies for day-to-day living. Norma welcomes conversations about therapy options and supports individuals seeking thoughtful, strengths-based care for emotional well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Norma McCarthy have?
Norma McCarthy has 25 years of experience.
Is Norma McCarthy a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 17523.
In which languages does Norma McCarthy provide therapy?
Norma McCarthy provides therapy in English.
Where is Norma McCarthy located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Norma McCarthy as my therapist?
You can work with Norma McCarthy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Norma McCarthy work with international clients?
Norma McCarthy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Norma McCarthy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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
Norma McCarthy draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and commit to actions that align with what matters most, even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions by focusing on meaningful goals rather than symptom elimination alone.
Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore how early relationship patterns affect current connections and emotional responses. This approach can be especially helpful for people struggling with intimacy, family conflicts, blended family issues, or attachment-related concerns, by fostering greater emotional awareness and healthier relationship strategies.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, supporting symptom relief for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood disorders. Norma works collaboratively with clients to choose methods that fit their needs and preferences, adapting techniques as those needs evolve.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility and accessibility, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These modalities make it easier to attend sessions around work, caregiving, or geographic constraints while maintaining continuity of care and progress toward therapeutic goals.