Dr. Atkins is so great, she has such a calming energy about her and she is so easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great therapist.
Dr. Arleen Atkins, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Arleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Arleen. View 21 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
An angel sent from heaven.
More about Arleen
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am licensed in Texas with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem and confidence, depression and other areas. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the situations that challenge you. Using a solution-focused approach to counseling, we will build on your strengths and resources to help you reach your goals. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Arleen Atkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396470787.
- LPC · Texas · 11325 · Expires September 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, 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 Dr. Arleen Atkins
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Atkins is so great, she has such a calming energy about her and she is so easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great therapist.
An angel sent from heaven.
Dr atkins is attentive and extremely knowledgeable. She has helped me so much and I am so grateful
Dr. Atkins is amazing. Very patient, understanding. Offers great ideas and solutions.
Great listener and lovely person!
She is so patient, kind, and honest. Her advice is absolutely golden and I would recommend her to anyone struggling with just about anything :)
Dr. Atkins is wonderful. She respects my boundaries and gently challenges me if I need it. I recently took a break from therapy and went back to her, and she remembered every detail of our conversations down to my child’s name. She truly cares, and brings lots of calm and rationality to my life.
In the short time we have worked together, Dr. Atkins has been incredibly helpful. I have been to many therapists throughout my life and generally stopped because it did not seem beneficial. Dr. Atkins is amazing, and I am so glad I found her.
Dr. Atkins is the first therapist I’ve felt comfortable with in a long time. She is careful to listen, compassionate, inquisitive and very insightful. I look forward to continuing therapy with her. Thank you, Dr. Atkins, for all that you do.
Dr. Atkins has become my strongest ally. She listens to me and helps me determine my true concerns and issues and then offers me realistic methods of resolving them. I often have doubts about making important decisions and she helps me to think my options through clearly and from all perspectives until i am confident in my decisions and then we make a plan of action to follow through with them. She is very result driven in her method of therapy and that is what i find most helpful for me. I highly reccomend her as a therapist.
Dr. Atkins is wonderful!
She is great and has helped me a lot with some issues I’m still dealing with!! Thank you!!
Dr Atkinson is a very kind , companionate person who really listens and draws you out. I love that she gives me practical things to do and work on. She has worksheets that she sends me that are very helpful.
Truly listened to me and gave me valuable tools to overcome my struggles
Dr. Atkins is very kind and always remembered the little details about me. She made me feel cared for!
After three weekly talks with Dr. Atkins, I have already noticed an improvement in my mental health. She genuinely listens and offers helpful coping mechanisms on each situation we have discussed. Not only is she very easy to talk to, but I have found that I open up freely and without reservations. This is the first time that I have tried therapy over the phone, and I now prefer it. It has been easier for me to share deep trauma and difficult stories on a phone call, or through text because I have a small degree of anonymity. Comparing this to my last therapist which was in office; I always felt somewhat "judged", based on her facial expressions. I don't have that issue with this method and feel that is quite a benefit. Dr. Atkins sends worksheets that help me process and work further on topics of discussion. I am also starting to use the journals to dig deeper. I highly recommend Better Help and have already purchased a month for my son.
Very understanding and very encouraging. I love the assignments also.
It's nice to have things in common making it easier for me to open up and feel comfortable with
I like working with Dr. Atkins. She understands me and I feel she genuinely cares about me. I feel empowered lately, and I stick to my boundaries more than in the past. Dr. Atkins has become a wonderful ally.
Best therapist I’ve ever had
I look forward to her calm and kind advice. She is very intelligent and practical.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Arleen Atkins offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Arleen Atkins 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. Arleen Atkins speak?
Dr. Arleen Atkins speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arleen Atkins have?
Dr. Arleen Atkins has 30 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Arleen Atkins licensed to practice?
Dr. Arleen Atkins is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Dr. Arleen Atkins accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Arleen Atkins does not accept 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. Arleen Atkins offer?
Dr. Arleen Atkins offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Arleen Atkins?
Dr. Arleen Atkins 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. Arleen Atkins?
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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.