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Dr. Dora Whiteside, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Dora is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.9 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Dora. View 16 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Dr Whiteside was great, as we talked through what was my initial concerns it clarified in my mind what I needed to do to get the results I desired.

Reviewed March 2025

I’ve only had two sessions with Dr. Whiteside. She has been very attentive, kind, respectful, overall things are going well as expected

Reviewed March 2025

More about Dora

  • 17 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I absolutely love what I do and I view each day as an opportunity to increase in love, peace, joy, and believing that all other increase (i.e. spiritual and material things) will naturally follow. Not only do I work to increase myself, but I also absolutely love helping others to increase in these areas. I primarily use Cognitive Behavior

Therapy, with a mix of Solution based Therapy, and Person Center Therapy, and many different skills and interventions. I have worked in various settings; with clients from many different cultural/ethnic groups; and with various presenting problems. These presenting problems include major depression, anxiety; bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Psychosis, suicidal crisis and multiple suicide attempts; and well as feelings of self harm and harm to others; and other many other problems.



When working with clients I like to begin to build the client and therapist relationship/rapport right away, and use this to create individualized treatment for each client. Whenever you make the decision to think about change in your life and/or are ready to begin change, I want to be here for you every step of the way. I pray each day "Lord let today be an adventure and not just a chore". I have been to the deepest depth of depression, death fear, hopelessness, worthlessness to highest out of control points of mania with very risky and reckless behavior and then back to living each day as the "best me". I desire to help guide you through the rough and tough times in life and all the way to truly living "your very best you and your very best life". Whenever you are ready really live your life, and not simply exist, I will be here waiting for you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Dora Whiteside's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780965434.

  • LPC · Texas · 62636 · Expires March 2026

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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Dr. Dora Whiteside

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.9

16 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Attentive Helping Insightful Knowledgeable Listens Recommend The best Great listener

Dr Whiteside was great, as we talked through what was my initial concerns it clarified in my mind what I needed to do to get the results I desired.

Reviewed March 2025

I’ve only had two sessions with Dr. Whiteside. She has been very attentive, kind, respectful, overall things are going well as expected

Reviewed March 2025

Dr. Whiteside is such a great therapist . She is goal oriented and gives me great ways to apply the skills learned. I appreciate that she takes the time to check in often. It has been a great experience with her as my therapist because she opens my mind to new perspectives and ways to think/reflect on experiences . I truly appreciate her!

Reviewed March 2023

Dr. Whiteside is a fantastic therapist. Highly intelligent, emphatic, and a great listener. Her expertise is cognitive behavioral therapy and it’s very effective and works relatively fast. I highly recommend working with Dr. Whiteside!

Reviewed February 2023

She's incredibly gentle and supportive!

Reviewed February 2023

This is my first time ever doing therapy, and ever since the first week, Dr. Whiteside has been amazing, I'm so excited for the next sessions to come

Reviewed February 2023

I was on the fence of starting my journey but I knew I needed to start. I’m in the middle of trying to figure life out again and having someone to listen helps. Especially someone that doesn’t know me. I’ve only had one session and I felt heard. She already gave me a good guide on how to start changing my mind set for certain difficulties in every day life and it is helping! I look forward to more sessions and continuing my therapy journey with Better Help.

Reviewed February 2023

Dr. Whiteside is a great listener. It’s comforting to have someone actually hear me. She is also insightful and I feel confident in her care.

Reviewed February 2023

She is one of the best therapist I've had . I've experienced so many breakthroughs with her and it has overall improved my well being . I would recommend her to everyone .

Reviewed August 2022

Good intentions and is helpful.

Reviewed December 2021

The best! Thanks for everything!

Reviewed June 2021

She is great! I feel comfortable talking to her and her questions help me process things more clearly.

Reviewed April 2021

Dr. Whiteside is knowledgeable, patient, and understanding while helping to meet my needs.

Reviewed April 2021

Dr. Whiteside is just what I needed. I never thought I need a therapist, but talking with someone who listens with expertise in many areas, absolutely made me realize everyone needs someone who hears, advise, and help them on their journey to whatever it is they need. So far Dr. Whiteside has shown me that and I thank her and BetterHelp...

Reviewed February 2021

Dr Whiteside is very knowledgeable and always gives deep helpful insightful information. She listens actively and uses what she's heard to guide the session and give advice. Very positive and realistic. Happy to have her

Reviewed January 2021

Dr. Whiteside is very attentive and helpful.

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Dora Whiteside offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Dora Whiteside 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 Dr. Dora Whiteside speak?

Dr. Dora Whiteside speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Dora Whiteside have?

Dr. Dora Whiteside has 17 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Dora Whiteside licensed to practice?

Dr. Dora Whiteside is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Dr. Dora Whiteside accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Dora Whiteside 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 Dr. Dora Whiteside offer?

Dr. Dora Whiteside offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Dora Whiteside?

Dr. Dora Whiteside 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 Dr. Dora Whiteside?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.

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