Therapist profile
Cassandra Parada, LCSW
Texas
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationship and Mood Concerns
Continue with CassandraWhere Cassandra stands
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Texas / 54145
- NPI
- 1962772681
- Experience
- 4 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Texas
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship strain
- Codependency focus
About Cassandra
Cassandra Parada is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with four years of experience. She works with people who are managing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma or abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Cassandra also lists additional focus areas such as codependency and attachment issues.
Her approach centers on straightforward conversation and practical strategies. Sessions often look like talking through the problem, noticing patterns, and trying small changes between meetings. She blends methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered work to help people clarify values and shift unhelpful habits.
Cassandra uses goal-focused tools when helpful. That can include identifying thoughts that get in the way, practicing new behaviors, and stepping toward things that matter even when feelings are hard. She also uses relationship-focused techniques informed by the Gottman Method for communication and conflict points.
People can expect a direct, collaborative style. Cassandra listens for what matters most and then suggests concrete next steps. Sessions balance reflection with action so progress can be measured in daily life.
She works in English and practices in Texas under her LCSW credential. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details so they know which options are offered.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing small behavior changes. It can help with anxiety, low mood, and repetitive reactions in relationships.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take action even when difficult feelings are present. It is useful for persistent worry, avoidance, and patterns like people-pleasing that get in the way of chosen goals.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and shaping sessions around the person's priorities. This approach supports people who want a reflective, choice-driven process rather than a directive plan.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of starting work together. Cassandra will collaborate on which methods to try based on a person’s goals, preferences, and what proves useful in session. That means approaches can shift over time as needs change.
Confirm the therapist's current session formats before booking because the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and communication to online appointments so therapy fits into everyday life without demanding a big schedule change.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cassandra help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Codependency and attachment challenges are also listed as focused areas.
How does she typically work with clients?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Conversations aim to notice patterns, set small goals, and try concrete changes between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Cassandra has four years of professional experience working as a clinician. That timeframe reflects her practice since earning her credential.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Texas and practices there under that credential.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with people outside the United States?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Please check the platform or schedule details for exact formats offered.
How are fees handled and how do I get started?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.