Ava Weaver

Ava Weaver is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 26 years of clinical experience. She practices in Texas and brings a background in school special education and regional mental health services to her work. Her focus includes trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, and concerns related to intellectual disability among other areas.

Ava takes an interactive, solution-focused approach. Sessions aim to identify practical steps that make daily life easier. She offers direct feedback and helps people build on strengths they already have. The tone in sessions is compassionate and goal-oriented.

Her training includes a Master of Science in Counseling from Texas A&M and a Bachelor of Arts in Education from East Texas State University. She also completed an Institute in Counselor Supervision at the University of North Texas. Ava has worked in psychiatric hospital settings and regional MHMR agencies, and she has classroom experience teaching special education.

Ava uses a mix of therapeutic methods to match the person in front of her. Cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness skills are often paired with client-centered conversation. Dialectical behavior ideas and Jungian perspectives are also part of her toolbox when helpful.

Parents and individuals looking for help with trauma, mood symptoms, addiction, or life transitions will find sessions that focus on concrete strategies. She emphasizes clear goals, measurable steps, and regular check-ins to track progress. Prospective clients are invited to start with a short match process to see if the fit feels right.

How her approaches translate to online work

Ava commonly uses client-centered methods that keep the person nd their goals at the center of work. This approach focuses on listening, reflecting what matters to the client, and shaping sessions around the clienthoices and values. It helps when someone wants a supportive space to make decisions and set goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another frequent tool. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes because it focuses on clear, doable exercises.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, supplies skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. When strong emotions or relationship conflicts get in the way, DBT skills aim to reduce overwhelm and help people respond more effectively.

Choosing an approach is collaborative. Ava will work with the client to match methods to the person nd their goals. That process may involve trying a few techniques and checking in to see what helps most.

Practical benefits of online work include easier fit with busy schedules and reduced travel time. If you are considering remote sessions, confirm the exact session formats offered before booking so you know what to expect. Online therapy can make it simpler to keep regular appointments and practice skills between sessions.