Barbara Spruill, LPC
Therapist in Texas
Barbara Spruill is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, substance use issues, and relationship struggles.
- License 76860 · Texas Expires July 2027
- NPI 1215680970 · national registry
- Experience and languages 9+ years in practice English
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About Barbara
Barbara Spruill is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, substance use issues, and relationship struggles. She supports people coping with trauma, grief, intimacy concerns, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem difficulties. She also addresses life changes, caregiving strain, and challenges related to aging and military experiences.
Her approach is practical and people-centered. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual and move at a comfortable pace.
Background and approach
She uses a mix of methods to match each person's needs rather than a single rigid plan. Barbara draws on tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also uses Client-Centered techniques to listen actively and help people feel heard.
The Gottman Method informs her work on relationship skills and communication when those concerns are present. She brings nine years of clinical experience to sessions and holds an LPC license in Texas. That background includes working with people affected by addiction, trauma, and military-related stress.
Barbara emphasizes respect, patience, and steady support while clients work toward goals. Conversations in her sessions cover concrete steps and coping strategies. Clients can expect straightforward guidance, collaborative planning, and attention to practical solutions that fit daily life.
Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 76860 · expires July 2027
- NPI
- 1215680970 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Barbara lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Approaches Barbara names
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Barbara names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
How Barbara Uses Talk Therapy Online and Practical Methods
Barbara blends approaches to fit clear goals and daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors that keep problems going; it helps with anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. The Gottman Method offers concrete exercises for improving communication, managing conflict, and rebuilding trust in intimate partnerships. Client-Centered Therapy puts the person’s experience first, emphasizing active listening and empathy so clients feel understood as they decide on changes.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Barbara will talk with the client about their needs, goals, and preferences and will use that input to shape each session. The process is collaborative, with small, practical steps agreed on together rather than rigid rules imposed from the start.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which give flexibility for different situations. Video lets people use visual cues for relationship work and role practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for short updates, coaching-style support, or when someone prefers written reflection. These options help fit therapy into a busy life and make ongoing work more manageable.
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Frequently asked
What issues does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, anger, bipolar disorder, and self-esteem struggles, among other issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and person-centered. She combines listening with tools that change thinking and behavior, then tailors techniques to each person's needs.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has nine years of clinical experience working with people affected by addiction, trauma, military-related stress, and a range of mood and relationship difficulties.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices with a focus on clients in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so people can choose what fits their schedule and communication style.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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