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Don Baccus, LPC

Calm, practical support for anxiety and life changes

11 years in practice · based in Texas · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Don

Don Baccus is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) working in Texas with 11 years of experience. He focuses on common but heavy concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. He aims to make the first step feel manageable for people who are worried about reaching out.

He adopts a straightforward, respectful approach in sessions. Don listens first and tailors conversations to each person’s needs. He focuses on building confidence, relieving panic, and helping people cope with big life changes.

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Background and approach

In practical terms he draws from client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s experience and goals. He also uses cognitive behavioral tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes. Narrative techniques can help people reframe their story after loss, separation, or shame.

Don works with issues such as divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose. He also helps with panic attacks and social anxiety or phobia by using stepwise strategies people can practice between sessions. Sessions are adapted to each person’s pace and comfort.

Don emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while building a clear plan for progress. He encourages anyone who is ready to take the next step to begin the matching process and schedule a session.

How Don’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s perspective and priorities; the therapist listens closely and mirrors concerns so people feel heard and can set their own goals. This approach helps when someone needs a calm space to talk through stress, anxiety, or life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to shift patterns. It can be useful for panic attacks, social anxiety, and depression by teaching concrete skills to practice between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Don will discuss options and try methods that match a person’s goals and preferences, adjusting as needed so the plan fits how someone likes to work.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls are good for full conversations and visual cues, phone sessions can fit a break at work, and messaging or live chat can serve for quick check-ins or step-by-step coaching. These formats make it easier to get regular support without long commutes and help people keep therapy consistent with their daily life.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Don help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on divorce and separation, guilt and shame, panic disorder, and social anxiety.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a respectful, person-first style that starts with listening. He tailors conversations and plans to each person’s goals and comfort level.
How long has he practiced?
He has 11 years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional concerns.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to people within the therapist's permitted jurisdiction.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on availability.

What this therapist works with

Experience
11 years
Licensed
Texas
Languages
English

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