Varissa Owens, LPC
Varissa Owens, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Pronouns: she/her
Welcome, and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I’m Varissa, a Licensed Professional Counselor here at Dallas Counseling and Treatment Center, and I wanted to share a bit about my background and approach. Your comfort and trust are paramount, and I am here to support you in making an informed decision about whether we can work together effectively.
Who I Work Best With:
- Adults
- Seniors
- Veterans and First Responders
- LGBTQ+ Community
What I Work With:
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Boundaries/Assertiveness
- Chronic Illness
- Conflict with Friends
- Cultural Identity/Acculturation Stress
- Depression
- Existential Issues
- Fear of Rejection
- Impulse Control Issues
- Infertility/Miscarriages
- Lack of Emotional Awareness
- Life Transitions
- Marital Conflict/Partner Conflict
- Not Happy or Satisfied with Life
- Overeating
- Paranoia
- Parenting
- Perfectionism
- Performance or Test Anxiety
- Personal Growth
- Postpartum Depression or Anxiety
- Racial Identity
- Racial Trauma
- Religious Trauma
- Self-Esteem/Negative Self-Talk
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Assault
- Shame
- Shyness/High Sensitivity
- Sleep Problems
- Social Anxiety
- Social Isolation/Loneliness
- Social Skills Training
- Spiritual Growth
- Stress-Related Illness
- Stress/Burnout
- Trauma/PTSD
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- War/Combat
- Women’s Issues
Treatment Preferences:
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral (TF-CBT)
My Therapeutic Style
My primary focus is maternal mental health, infertility, PTSD, generalized anxiety, and depressive disorders. I also have experience supporting veterans, law enforcement, and first responders in these roles who are navigating PTSD, anxiety, and stress management. I am committed to creating a safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating parenthood, fertility challenges, or family dynamics. My approach emphasizes understanding identity, relationship concerns, and unique cultural experiences.
My therapy style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I strive to empower clients by helping them build resilience, develop coping skills, and confidence in their ability to navigate challenges. I primarily use CBT, interpersonal therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
With my clients, I connect deeply. This connection, coupled with my specialized knowledge in maternal mental health, allows clients to feel understood in ways they haven’t before. I take pride in blending clinical expertise with genuine empathy and support.