Cynthia Himstedt, LPC

Texas · 20 years in practice

Cynthia Himstedt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions.

License and registration

LPC, Texas: 60846 · expires September 2027
NPI: 1881376820 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 20
Languages: English

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About Cynthia

Cynthia Himstedt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions. She focuses on practical support and steady presence so people feel heard and understood. Her style aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable and clear.

With 20 years of experience, Cynthia adapts conversations and plans to each person’s needs. She draws on existential therapy to help clients find meaning when life feels confusing or empty.

Background and approach

She also uses approaches that teach new ways of responding to painful thoughts and feelings. Sessions tend to be straightforward and conversational. Cynthia emphasizes listening, careful questions, and collaborative goal-setting.

She supports people working through relationship strain, parenting stress, career changes, compassion fatigue, and substance concerns among other issues. Her background includes long-term practice in Texas supporting adults across a wide range of challenges. Cynthia combines elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), attachment-based ideas, and client-centered work to match what an individual needs in the moment.

People who choose her can expect a focused approach that balances practical tools with attention to personal values and meaning. She invites clients to experiment with small changes and to reflect on what matters most as they move forward.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Cynthia lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Traumatic brain injury
Visually impaired
Young adult issues

Approaches Cynthia names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Existential therapy invites people to talk about meaning, choices, and what matters most when life feels uncertain. It helps when someone is facing big questions after loss, career changes, or long-term dissatisfaction. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then taking actions that align with personal values to improve daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Cynthia will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. Together they will try techniques, review what helps, and adjust the plan so sessions feel useful and relevant.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow a face-to-face conversation when meeting in person is difficult. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during busy days. Live chat and text-based messaging let clients check in between sessions or use shorter, more frequent touchpoints. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or other routines while keeping a steady connection with a licensed professional.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Cynthia commonly address?

Cynthia works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family issues, parenting stress, career concerns, compassion fatigue, and related challenges.

What is her therapeutic approach like?

Her work blends existential therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, attachment-based ideas, and client-centered listening to match each person’s needs.

How much experience does she have?

She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

Where is Cynthia licensed and based?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How does billing and cost work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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