- Guilt and shame support
- CBT and ACT methods
- Speaks English and Russian
About Svetlana
Svetlana Rangel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with three years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and challenges around relationships and parenting. She also supports those dealing with guilt and shame and other life changes.
Svetlana uses clear, practical conversation to help people sort thoughts and feelings. She draws on cognitive behavioral methods to notice unhelpful thinking patterns. She also uses client-centered ideas that focus on the person in front of her and solution-focused tools to set short-term goals.
She has training that includes approaches used for trauma work, and she has helped people who experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. Svetlana speaks English and Russian, and she describes how culture and immigration background can shape self-worth and relationships.
Sessions are described as interactive and respectful. Svetlana aims to work collaboratively with clients to make a plan that fits specific concerns like sleep or eating problems, anger, ADHD, or career stress. She also addresses issues linked to first responder and veteran experiences.
People who grew up in immigrant families or who face multicultural challenges may find her bilingual perspective helpful. Her work includes conversations about forgiveness, guilt and shame, and coping strategies to manage everyday demands. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Svetlana uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice painful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. ACT often focuses on present moment awareness and small steps toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that keep stress or anxiety going, with practical exercises and tracking between sessions. She also works from a client-centered perspective, which means the therapist listens closely and follows the client's lead on topics and pacing.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Svetlana will discuss how ACT, CBT or client-centered methods might help with your specific concerns and will adjust the focus based on your goals and preferences. The plan is collaborative and may include short exercises or goal-setting between meetings.
The practical benefits of online sessions can include fitting therapy around work, avoiding travel time, and having sessions from a quieter spot that suits your schedule. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. A clear discussion about scheduling, session length, and whether video or phone works best is part of the first appointment.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Russian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Svetlana works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and parenting challenges, and issues such as guilt and shame.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses interactive, conversational sessions that combine cognitive behavioral, client-centered, and solution-focused approaches to set practical goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Russian.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.