- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem support
- Workplace issues
About Angela
Angela Totman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who centers her work on practical, evidence-based approaches. She draws on 20 years of experience in education and school counseling to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and changes in life. Angela writes in plain language and focuses on usable skills and steady progress.
Her background includes a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Much of her work came from school settings, where she supported children, adolescents, and adults through grief, crisis, and suicide prevention efforts. That experience informs how she responds calmly in stressful moments.
In sessions she teaches tools and strategies people can use right away. She uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, psychoeducation, and solution-focused therapy to help with self-esteem, coping skills, and relationship or communication problems. Angela also uses trauma-informed care principles when relevant.
She aims to create a collaborative working relationship where clients set goals and try concrete steps between meetings. The focus is on building resilience and practical habits rather than only talking about problems. Angela also helps with workplace issues, feelings of isolation, questions of life purpose, and challenges common to young adults.
Outside of work she enjoys running, nature, reading, and spending time with family. These interests influence a straightforward, active style in therapy that prioritizes real-world change.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy
Angela uses several evidence-based methods that translate well to conversation-based work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and trying out new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy addresses beliefs that lead to emotional distress and helps people test and change those beliefs in day-to-day situations. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on small, achievable steps and identifying what already works, which can speed up practical changes.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss which techniques fit a person's goals and preferences and adjust methods as progress is made. This is a collaborative process where goals and homework are agreed on between sessions.
For practical matters, confirm available session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it easier to keep appointments around work or family commitments. Licensed professionals can guide how to use the chosen approach effectively in remote sessions and tailor assignments so they work in everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Angela address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship struggles, and coping with life changes. She also helps with communication problems, loneliness, life purpose, self-love, workplace issues, and young adult concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and skills-focused. She uses evidence-based techniques and teaches tools people can use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience, much of it as a school counselor working with grief, crisis response, and self-esteem development.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas. Her training includes a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.