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Dr. Arleen Atkins, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Arleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Arleen. View 21 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Dr. Atkins is so great, she has such a calming energy about her and she is so easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great therapist.

Reviewed November 2024

An angel sent from heaven.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Arleen

  • 30 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed in Texas with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem and confidence, depression and other areas. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the situations that challenge you. Using a solution-focused approach to counseling, we will build on your strengths and resources to help you reach your goals. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Depression Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Codependency Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Midlife crisis Mood disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Arleen Atkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396470787.

  • LPC · Texas · 11325 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Dr. Arleen Atkins

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

21 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Listens Recommend Wonderful Amazing Calm Comfortable Easy Helped

Dr. Atkins is so great, she has such a calming energy about her and she is so easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great therapist.

Reviewed November 2024

An angel sent from heaven.

Reviewed September 2024

Dr atkins is attentive and extremely knowledgeable. She has helped me so much and I am so grateful

Reviewed August 2024

Dr. Atkins is amazing. Very patient, understanding. Offers great ideas and solutions.

Reviewed June 2024

Great listener and lovely person!

Reviewed April 2024

She is so patient, kind, and honest. Her advice is absolutely golden and I would recommend her to anyone struggling with just about anything :)

Reviewed February 2024

Dr. Atkins is wonderful. She respects my boundaries and gently challenges me if I need it. I recently took a break from therapy and went back to her, and she remembered every detail of our conversations down to my child’s name. She truly cares, and brings lots of calm and rationality to my life.

Reviewed November 2023

In the short time we have worked together, Dr. Atkins has been incredibly helpful. I have been to many therapists throughout my life and generally stopped because it did not seem beneficial. Dr. Atkins is amazing, and I am so glad I found her.

Reviewed November 2023

Dr. Atkins is the first therapist I’ve felt comfortable with in a long time. She is careful to listen, compassionate, inquisitive and very insightful. I look forward to continuing therapy with her. Thank you, Dr. Atkins, for all that you do.

Reviewed November 2023

Dr. Atkins has become my strongest ally. She listens to me and helps me determine my true concerns and issues and then offers me realistic methods of resolving them. I often have doubts about making important decisions and she helps me to think my options through clearly and from all perspectives until i am confident in my decisions and then we make a plan of action to follow through with them. She is very result driven in her method of therapy and that is what i find most helpful for me. I highly reccomend her as a therapist.

Reviewed August 2023

Dr. Atkins is wonderful!

Reviewed May 2023

She is great and has helped me a lot with some issues I’m still dealing with!! Thank you!!

Reviewed April 2023

Dr Atkinson is a very kind , companionate person who really listens and draws you out. I love that she gives me practical things to do and work on. She has worksheets that she sends me that are very helpful.

Reviewed April 2023

Truly listened to me and gave me valuable tools to overcome my struggles

Reviewed March 2023

Dr. Atkins is very kind and always remembered the little details about me. She made me feel cared for!

Reviewed March 2023

After three weekly talks with Dr. Atkins, I have already noticed an improvement in my mental health. She genuinely listens and offers helpful coping mechanisms on each situation we have discussed. Not only is she very easy to talk to, but I have found that I open up freely and without reservations. This is the first time that I have tried therapy over the phone, and I now prefer it. It has been easier for me to share deep trauma and difficult stories on a phone call, or through text because I have a small degree of anonymity. Comparing this to my last therapist which was in office; I always felt somewhat "judged", based on her facial expressions. I don't have that issue with this method and feel that is quite a benefit. Dr. Atkins sends worksheets that help me process and work further on topics of discussion. I am also starting to use the journals to dig deeper. I highly recommend Better Help and have already purchased a month for my son.

Reviewed December 2022

Very understanding and very encouraging. I love the assignments also.

Reviewed December 2022

It's nice to have things in common making it easier for me to open up and feel comfortable with

Reviewed November 2022

I like working with Dr. Atkins. She understands me and I feel she genuinely cares about me. I feel empowered lately, and I stick to my boundaries more than in the past. Dr. Atkins has become a wonderful ally.

Reviewed November 2022

Best therapist I’ve ever had

Reviewed November 2022

I look forward to her calm and kind advice. She is very intelligent and practical.

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Arleen Atkins offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Arleen Atkins works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Arleen Atkins speak?

Dr. Arleen Atkins speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Arleen Atkins have?

Dr. Arleen Atkins has 30 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Arleen Atkins licensed to practice?

Dr. Arleen Atkins is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Dr. Arleen Atkins accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Arleen Atkins does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Arleen Atkins offer?

Dr. Arleen Atkins offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Arleen Atkins?

Dr. Arleen Atkins can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Arleen Atkins?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.