Graciela Martinez-Vela uses trauma-informed, strengths-based care to help people make meaningful change.
01About Graciela
Graciela Martinez-Vela uses trauma-informed, strengths-based care to help people make meaningful change. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience and practices in Texas. Graciela aims to help people reduce symptoms and build a life that feels purposeful and balanced.
She sees overwhelming moments as opportunities to pause and gain clarity. In sessions she listens for each person’s strengths and priorities, then creates a plan that fits their situation.
Background and approach
Her work centers on practical steps clients can use between meetings. Graciela begins with a thorough biopsychosocial assessment to understand what led someone to seek help. That assessment guides a tailored treatment plan that focuses on symptom relief and daily functioning.
She adjusts interventions as progress and needs evolve. Her practice draws on evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing along with psychoeducation. She also provides case management and coordinates with community providers when additional supports are helpful.
This helps people access resources beyond the therapy room. Graciela brings lived experience to her clinical work in ways that build rapport and understanding. She offers sessions in English and Spanish and provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Her goal is a collaborative relationship where clients set goals and track steady progress.
02Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 83603 · expires December 2027
- NPI
- 1285417022 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Graciela lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Traumatic brain injury
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
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04Online support
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Graciela incorporates well-established therapeutic methods in straightforward ways. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, panic, and depression. Motivational Interviewing supports people who are unsure about change by clarifying values and building motivation, which is useful for substance concerns and ambivalence about recovery.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review your history, goals, and what you hope to change, then suggest techniques that match your needs. That plan evolves based on your progress and feedback in sessions so treatment stays practical and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let you use visual cues and longer session work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief updates, coaching, or support between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while keeping the focus on progress and problem solving.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist help with?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional areas include attachment, communication, control issues, and first responder concerns.
What is the general style of therapy used?
The approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and collaborative. Sessions emphasize practical strategies and building on what already works for the person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of clinical experience working with a range of mental health concerns. That experience informs assessments and treatment planning.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas. The profile reflects that credential and regional practice.
Which languages are services offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options let people choose what fits their schedule and comfort.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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