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LMFT, LPC

Dana Boyles, LMFT, LPC

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasADHD, Parenting, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy
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About Dana

Dana Boyles is an experienced licensed therapist who combines practical, goal-oriented methods with family systems insight to help clients move forward.

Background and approach

She holds licenses as an LMFT and LPC in Texas, and brings two decades of professional practice to work with people facing parenting challenges, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem and motivation struggles, organizational issues, ADHD, anger, compassion fatigue, and transitions in life. Dana emphasizes a strengths-based approach and looks for concrete ways to build clients' confidence and functioning.

Her orientation blends Solution-Focused techniques that keep attention on desired outcomes with Family Systems perspectives that explore how relationships and boundaries shape daily life. She aims to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s pace and preferences, offering compassionate, respectful care while helping clients identify and grow personal strengths.

Dana also integrates spiritual values when welcomed by the client, drawing on education in Biblical perspectives to support those who seek that dimension. Clients can expect a warm, pragmatic clinician who is willing to 'roll up her sleeves' and collaborate across emotional, social, and practical concerns.

She values seeing people flourish, regain independence, and achieve realistic goals through tailored strategies and steady support.

Clinical Approaches Applied to Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical approach Dana uses to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try new behaviors; it is often helpful for issues like low self-esteem, anger, and coping with life changes. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on defining desired outcomes and building small, concrete steps toward those goals, which can be useful when clients want quick, actionable progress. Internal Family Systems offers a way to understand internal parts and how they interact, helping clients explore inner conflicts and improve self-leadership.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dana works with each person to consider goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped in the past, then adapts methods to fit the client's needs. She emphasizes tailored plans and will adjust techniques over time to find the best fit.

Online sessions with video calls, phone meetings, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access ongoing support from Texas. These formats provide flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit into busy lives, and make it possible to continue work on skills and goals from a variety of settings. Licensed professionals can use these options to maintain momentum and adapt pacing as progress is made.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues does Dana address?
Dana works with concerns such as parenting, relationships, self-esteem, motivation, organizational skills, ADHD, anger, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. Young adult issues are also listed as an additional focus area.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses solution-focused techniques together with family systems ideas and a strengths-based stance to help clients set and reach practical goals. The style emphasizes collaboration, respect, and tailoring pace to each person's needs.
How much experience does she bring?
Dana has 20 years of professional experience working in therapeutic roles and applies that background to a range of relational and personal challenges.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed in Texas with credentials as an LMFT and LPC, listed as TX LMFT 4804 and TX LPC 16967.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
Clients can meet with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on availability and preference.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Texas, Texas

Languages

English