LPC
Dr. Dora Whiteside, LPC
- Experience17 years
- LocationTexas
- Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
- Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Dora
Dr. Dora Whiteside brings 17 years of clinical practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, mood differences, addiction, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, and related life challenges.
Background and approach
She draws on a range of therapeutic tools to support change, emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and existential perspectives to tailor care to each person's experience and goals. Whiteside aims to establish rapport early and build individualized plans that combine practical skills and deeper reflective work.
Her practice addresses a wide spectrum of concerns including depression, bipolar presentations, trauma and abuse, intimacy and sexual identity matters, eating and sleeping difficulties, compassion fatigue, and many co-occurring issues such as attachment or communication problems.
She has experience working with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds and uses interventions designed to help clients move from surviving toward living in a way that feels more meaningful and manageable.
Known for a warm, purpose-driven approach, she supports people who are ready to explore change and work collaboratively toward clearer goals, healthier patterns, and a greater sense of balance in daily life.
Approach-driven care delivered online
Client-centered work focuses on the person's own goals and perspectives, creating a supportive space where the therapist listens carefully and helps clients clarify what matters to them. This approach is useful for building trust and shaping personalized treatment plans that respect each person's values and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies for identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is commonly used for issues such as anxiety, depression, stress management, and certain habits tied to addiction or sleep and eating difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each client to select and adjust methods based on needs, goals, and preferences, combining skills training, reflection, and problem-solving as appropriate.
Online therapy with this practice is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more accessible and flexible. These formats can fit different schedules and communication styles, allowing clients to engage in ongoing work from locations in Texas without changing the focus on thoughtful, evidence-informed interventions.
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Experience
17+ years
Licensed
Texas
Languages
English
What Dora can help with
Dr. Dora Whiteside works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression.
How Dora approaches therapy
Dora's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Experience and training
Dora is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Texas, with 17 years of clinical experience.
Therapy style
Dora aims to be here for you every step of the way.