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Oscar Chavira Jr.

Therapist

Oscar Chavira Jr.

LPC

Texas · 5+ years of experience

Practical counseling with clear steps

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Step 1

  • CBT and DBT tools
  • Focus on daily coping
  • Compassionate guidance

About Oscar

Oscar Chavira Jr. is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with five years of clinical experience. He focuses on practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, bipolar concerns, and other life changes. He writes and talks plainly and aims to make the first step feel more manageable for someone worried about reaching out.

He approaches sessions with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Conversations and treatment plans are shaped to fit each person's situation rather than following a one-size-fits-all script. That means practical strategies and small goals that match where someone is right now.

Oscar uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and learn different ways to cope. He can help with panic, grief, self-harm concerns, and struggles around identity such as gender dysphoria or immigration stressors, alongside focus areas like intellectual disability and autism when relevant to the person’s needs.

Sessions also address career questions, self-esteem, life purpose, and relationship patterns that affect daily functioning. He aims to keep language simple and steps clear, so people leave a session knowing what to try between meetings.

For Spanish speakers, a portion of his original bio appears in Spanish, indicating cross-language awareness, but the clinician’s sessions are listed as English. Prospective clients should use the site process to match and schedule an initial appointment.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeDrug and alcohol addictionGender dysphoriaImmigration issuesIntellectual disabilityLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addiction

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Step 3

How CBT and DBT guide remote work

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It often uses short exercises and practical homework to reduce anxiety, panic, and depressive patterns.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal interactions. It can help with strong mood swings, self-harm urges, and intense reactions to stress.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with the person to decide which methods fit their goals, current challenges, and daily routine. Plans can be adjusted over time as needs change.

Session format details are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online therapy useful for fitting sessions into workdays, reducing travel time, and keeping check-ins regular. Others prefer shorter, focused meetings when schedules are tight. Talk with the therapist during the matching process to learn what session options are offered and which will best fit everyday life.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, bipolar symptoms, trauma and grief, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.

What is his general approach in sessions?

He uses straightforward conversation and tailored plans. Sessions focus on practical strategies and clear steps to try between meetings.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years of professional work experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Which credentials and location apply?

He holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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