Excellent listener
Shirin Tavakol, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Shirin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Shirin. View 13 reviews
- Speaks English and Persian
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
She has been amazing. Highly recommended
More about Shirin
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hello! My name is Shirin and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas. I have 7 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have had experience working with a broad range and severity of clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, family/relationship conflicts, life transitions, immigrant/acculturation issues, and complex trauma/abuse.
My commitment to work in the field of mental health comes from my personal experience with it. After migrate to USA , I struggled with anxiety, depression and adjusting to new environment. I know firsthand that how living with mental health difficulties are challenging, frustrated and lonely and how much life can get easier when you find right help and warm support.
I use a person-centered, holistic, and integrative approach in treatment. I meet where my clients are and adjust the treatment approach to their needs while being sensitive to individual's background and culture. I use evidence-based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, eyes movment desensitization reprocessing, solution-focused counseling, and EFT.
I strongly believe that together we can overcome your current problems, if you take the first step to invest on your wellness, and be patient and consistent in the process of become well mentally.
I am currently available to provide services to those who need help including teenagers, young adults and women in all ages. Looking forward to see you here.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Immigration issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Shirin Tavakol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932627288.
- LPC · Texas · 77125 · Expires June 2025
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Shirin Tavakol
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Excellent listener
She has been amazing. Highly recommended
She is amazing!
She is the one that make my improve as a person. I would to thank her for her very professional service.
Shirin has helped me discover so much peace, and has helped me learn new and extremely helpful ways to let go of my trauma and calm my mind when I need to. She's teaching me such helpful tools to use for the rest of my life.
Shirin helped me go through a very overwhelming time of my life and I am glad that she was there for me to support me and gives me clarity about my situation. She gave me some great tools to apply daily so I can better myself and not hit this dark space ever again. She is a great listener and not judgmental at all. I really admire her professionalism and how she is trying to understand your state of mind, perspectives and feelings. I will forever be grateful for her existence, help and support. I won’t hesitate to reach out to her if I need some guidance.
Very helpful and understanding
My experience with Shirin was great. She listened to my story and "got" me really quickly. She offered advice and support that helped me feel better right away.
I am so glad I got to work with Shirin. She is so patient, thoughtful and deliberate in her work. Shirin guided me through exercises to help me put traumas from my past, into the past. I’m very happy with the results and can’t believe how much better I feel. She was amazing! I highly recommend her.
Amazing therapist and listener! Honestly, I was worried to start the sessions, but from the beginning, she was just amazing! Very caring and great listener understood all my worries and provided tactics and guidance where needed. Can't express enough how happy I am that we matched and that I had someone like her to help. Thank you so much!
Thanks a million to Shirin got great advice and guidance that’ll I’ll use in future. Thanks
Shirin is a remarkable and incredible therapist. I have honestly had my reservations about seeking counselling but I am dreadfully honest when I say I am so happy I did because of Shirin. Great Listener, very caring, understanding, we share a good laugh every now and then.....No regrets! I highly recommend her!
Shirin Tavakol is an incredibly empathetic and highly intelligent therapist. She’s deeply connected to her own humanity and firmly rooted in reality. She has all the qualities of a progressive and supportive therapist. I couldn’t have conjured a better support person to see me along my healing path
Frequently asked questions
Does Shirin Tavakol offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Shirin Tavakol 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 Shirin Tavakol speak?
Shirin Tavakol speaks English and Persian.
How many years of experience does Shirin Tavakol have?
Shirin Tavakol has 8 years of experience.
Where is Shirin Tavakol licensed to practice?
Shirin Tavakol is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Shirin Tavakol accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Shirin Tavakol accepts 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 Shirin Tavakol offer?
Shirin Tavakol offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Shirin Tavakol?
Shirin Tavakol 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 Shirin Tavakol?
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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.