Therapist profile
Peter Cosens, LPC
Texas
LPC counselor - codependency and addictions
Continue with PeterWhere Peter stands
- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Texas / 67899
- NPI
- 1912298779
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Texas
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Client-centered care
About Peter
Peter Cosens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 13 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and codependency. He also helps with career concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
In sessions he listens first and then helps people decide on practical next steps. He does not plan for endless therapy and aims to use time in ways that are purposeful and focused. He is direct when needed and expects people to take active steps between sessions.
Peter uses a mix of approaches that fit the problem at hand. He draws on client-centered methods to follow what matters to the person. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. He brings in emotionally focused ideas when relationships and attachment issues are central.
Mindfulness tools and motivational interviewing also appear in his work, especially when motivation or habits around substance use are the focus. He will suggest exercises and practical practices to try between sessions. The emphasis is on skills people can use in daily life to manage symptoms and respond differently to others.
People who reach out can expect clear talk about goals and a plan for reaching them. Peter balances support with challenge and encourages responsibility for change. He practices in Texas and holds the LPC credential.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what the person says matters most. Online sessions using this approach still center the client's priorities and allow the therapist to reflect back what is important and help set goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to test new responses; it works well for anxiety, depression, and many habit patterns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at how people respond emotionally in close relationships and can help identify attachment patterns that keep someone stuck.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Peter will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that fit those goals. That means the plan may mix listening, CBT techniques, and emotional work depending on what comes up and what the client prefers. The collaboration helps make sure the approach matches real-life needs.
The original profile does not list specific remote session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use exercises and tools between meetings and bring issues from daily life into real-time conversations.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, relationship strain, and codependency among other issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He listens first and then uses direct, practical interventions. Sessions combine client-centered listening with focused techniques to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including addiction, trauma recovery, and self-esteem.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas.
Do sessions take place in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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