- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- CBT and MI
About Graciela
Graciela Martinez-Vela is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with 14 years of clinical experience. She works with adults, young people, and adolescents on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Sessions are conducted in English and Spanish.
Graciela describes her practice as trauma-informed and strengths-based. She begins with a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to understand current struggles and life context. That intake helps shape a treatment plan focused on reducing symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.
She uses evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. These approaches are mixed with psychoeducation to help people recognize patterns, practice new skills, and make changes they find meaningful. She also coordinates care with community agencies when additional supports are needed.
Her work addresses related concerns like attachment issues, communication problems, control issues, and guilt or shame. She also supports people dealing with first responder issues, traumatic brain injury, panic attacks, and substance-related problems, including drug and alcohol addiction.
Graciela brings personal lived experience to her clinical work in ways she says are appropriate to the therapeutic process. She frames the relationship as a partnership built on trust and clear goals. People who are wondering what comes next after a change in work, relationships, or health may find practical, skills-based support for next steps.
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Graciela integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and related symptoms and focuses on practical skill building.She also uses Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help people clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation. MI can be useful for substance-related concerns and for making shifts in behavior over time.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Graciela collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals, history, and preferences. She explains options, tests what fits, and adjusts plans as needed so the work feels useful and doable.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work often makes it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allows shorter check-ins when needed, and can reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can also coordinate with local supports and agencies to connect people with additional resources when that is helpful.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment, communication, control issues, and life purpose.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and collaborative approach. Treatment typically begins with a biopsychosocial assessment and moves to practical strategies like CBT and motivational interviewing.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of clinical experience working in mental health settings. That background includes assessment, treatment planning, and care coordination.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. Her practice is located in Texas.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Pricing details depend on your chosen location.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That begins the intake and assessment process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.