Therapist
Cindy Hannigan
LPC
Practical, affirming therapy for life’s hard moments
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Step 1
- Compassionate listening
- Practical coping skills
- Values-based work
About Cindy
Cindy Hannigan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship struggles. She works with adults on issues such as grief, intimacy, sleep problems, parenting strain, career uncertainty, and ADHD. Cindy brings an affirming approach for LGBTQ+ individuals and supports people coping with major life changes and trauma.
Her style is warm and collaborative. She listens for what matters most and then helps clients set small, practical goals. Sessions focus on clear steps clients can use between meetings, like new ways to manage stress or try different communication habits.
Cindy draws on several evidence-informed methods. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and build actions that fit a person’s life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Attachment-based ideas guide work on close relationships and trust.
With 12 years of experience, Cindy offers steady clinical judgment without jargon. She helps people who have faced trauma, caregiving burdens, chronic health issues, or complicated family histories like adoption and blended households. Her approach aims to rebuild connection and practical coping skills.
Clients can expect direct, compassionate conversation and a plan that fits day-to-day life. The focus is on real change that feels manageable, not on quick fixes. Cindy tailors each step to a person’s goals and pace.
Her style is warm and collaborative. She listens for what matters most and then helps clients set small, practical goals. Sessions focus on clear steps clients can use between meetings, like new ways to manage stress or try different communication habits.
Cindy draws on several evidence-informed methods. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and build actions that fit a person’s life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Attachment-based ideas guide work on close relationships and trust.
With 12 years of experience, Cindy offers steady clinical judgment without jargon. She helps people who have faced trauma, caregiving burdens, chronic health issues, or complicated family histories like adoption and blended households. Her approach aims to rebuild connection and practical coping skills.
Clients can expect direct, compassionate conversation and a plan that fits day-to-day life. The focus is on real change that feels manageable, not on quick fixes. Cindy tailors each step to a person’s goals and pace.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters most and take small actions that reflect those values, even when feelings are hard. It is useful for anxiety, depression, life transitions, and problems like low motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and habits, then testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce symptoms such as worry or low mood. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how relationships and early bonds shape current trust and closeness, which can help with intimacy, relationship conflict, and attachment issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are set by the therapist. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing meetings from home or during a break at work. They can also let people schedule shorter check-ins when that suits day-to-day needs. Talk with the therapist about scheduling and practical details so sessions match everyday routines and goals.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cindy commonly address?
Cindy helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would you describe Cindy's therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and direct. She focuses on practical steps, clearer communication, and values-based actions that clients can try between sessions.
What kind of experience does Cindy bring?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood disorders, attachment issues, life transitions, and caregiving or chronic illness challenges.
What are Cindy's credentials and where is she located?
Cindy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin working with Cindy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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