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Elizabeth Mederos

Therapist · Texas

Elizabeth Mederos

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Life purpose and relationships

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Experience
7 years
Based in
Texas
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Trauma and recovery

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth Mederos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas with seven years of experience. She helps people who are feeling stuck by addressing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, trauma and depression. Elizabeth also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, commitment fears, and questions about life purpose.

Her approach is straightforward and person-focused. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. She listens to what matters most and uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and patterns that get in the way of daily functioning.

Elizabeth works with people coping with complex trauma, including sexual assault, domestic violence, and post-traumatic stress. She also supports those managing process or substance addictions and the guilt or shame that often follows these struggles. Practical coping skills and understanding relationship dynamics are common themes in her work.

When relationships change or end, she helps clients process separation, attachment wounds, and commitment doubts. For someone wrestling with life purpose, sessions explore values, barriers, and small steps toward clearer priorities. Conversations aim to be honest and useful rather than purely reflective.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

License and NPI on record

LCSW
Texas · 107498

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Therapeutic techniques and how online sessions work

Elizabeth uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and life patterns. One common approach focuses on practical skills for managing anxiety and panic, teaching breathing exercises, grounding strategies, and stepwise exposure to reduce avoidance. This helps when worry or panic interrupts work or family life.

Another approach emphasizes trauma-informed methods to process distress from abuse, assault, or domestic violence. Sessions work to increase safety in day-to-day routines, reduce reactivity, and build options for healthier relationship boundaries. These methods are used to address post-traumatic stress and dissociation as well.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. Clients can expect practical recommendations and regular check-ins about progress.

Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Phone or video choices may affect whether you need to be on camera or can have a brief audio-only check-in, so ask which formats are offered when you schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and depression, plus related concerns like abandonment and attachment issues.

How does she approach someone feeling stuck?

Her style is conversational and goal-focused, using evidence-based techniques to identify patterns and develop practical skills for daily life.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional work experience as a licensed clinician in Texas.

What credentials and location are on file?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas and works with clients located in that state.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats does she provide?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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