LPC

Carisa Givens , LPC

Therapist in Texas

· Licensed in 2 states · English, Spanish

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“Sometimes taking the first steps towards a change can cause anxiety or nervousness.”

About Carisa

Carisa Givens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings 12 years of clinical experience supporting people through grief, crisis, career challenges, and family transitions. She works with clients facing work and career-related stress, blended family concerns, parenting and women's issues, and situations that call for mediation or practical problem solving. Her approach is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she avoids stigmatizing labels when working with each person.

Carisa combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with humanistic and solution-focused strategies to tailor a collaborative plan that fits each client’s circumstances and goals. She emphasizes clear, individualized communication and adapts interventions to meet clients where they are, whether the priority is coping skills, restoring relationships, or navigating major life changes.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Carisa aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward greater well-being and a more fulfilling life. She encourages people to reach out when they are ready for support and offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space to explore change and growth.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Life?

Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care. It offers access to evidence-based approaches and practical tools delivered by licensed professionals who tailor treatment to each client’s needs.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Clients may connect with their therapist using the method that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. This flexibility can remove logistical barriers and support more consistent attendance.

Therapists who offer online services are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to request a different therapist if a better fit is desired. For many people, online therapy provides a convenient, effective way to pursue personal growth, manage symptoms, and work through relationship or life challenges with professional support.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Carisa Givens have?

Carisa Givens has 12 years of experience in counseling and related services.

Is Carisa Givens a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details include TX LPC 63292 and OR LPC C6984.

In which languages does Carisa Givens provide therapy?

Carisa provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Carisa Givens located?

Carisa is located in Texas.

How can I work with Carisa Givens as my therapist?

Clients can work with Carisa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carisa Givens work with international clients?

Yes. Carisa works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carisa Givens cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s 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. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Texas, Oregon

Languages

English, Spanish

—About

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor practising in Texas, with 12 years of clinical experience.

—How I Work

My clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

I describe my counseling style as warm and interactive, and I believe in treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.

I aim to support and empower you.

—Who I Help

I work with clients on stress and anxiety, family conflicts, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes.

I work with crisis, grief, loss, career counseling services, work and career-related stress, family challenges, blended families, and women's and parents' issues.

—Frequently Asked Questions

How long has Carisa been practicing?

Hello, My name is Carisa Bustillos Givens, and I have been counseling clients from a wide range of backgrounds for the past 15 years.

What session formats does Carisa offer?

Carisa offers online therapy sessions.

What languages does Carisa offer therapy in?

Carisa offers therapy in English and Spanish.

-Background

Credential: LPC
Licensed in: Texas, Oregon
Approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Narrative Therapy · Solution-Focused Therapy · Trauma-Focused Therapy
Languages: English, Spanish

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