Peter Cosens , LPC

Peter Cosens is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 13 years of clinical experience. He views reaching out for therapy as a sign of strength and understands that it is normal not to have all the answers about life. He listens to each person’s concerns and works with them to determine an appropriate course of action.

Peter offers a compassionate but firm style of care. He focuses on helping people move toward happier, more productive lives without encouraging excuses or recommending open-ended therapy. He does not support indefinite treatment that leads to unnecessary expense and approaches each case with a clear sense of integrity and responsibility.

He is experienced in addressing a wide range of issues, including addictions - both substance and process - major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar and mood disorders, panic disorders, codependency, trauma and crisis recovery, grief and loss, self-esteem, stress management, life transitions, and family and relationship concerns. His background also includes work with adult children of alcoholics, men’s issues, military and veterans concerns, impaired professionals, ex-offenders, and dually diagnosed individuals.

Peter combines practical strategies with empathy to help people make measurable progress toward their goals and to regain a sense of control and purpose.

Evidence-based approaches for effective online care

Peter integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy into his online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance that helps people explore their feelings and discover their own solutions - it is well suited to those seeking personal growth, self-esteem work, or support through life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and then practicing practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people understand and shift patterns in close relationships by exploring emotions and improving communication, which can be especially helpful for couples and families.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Peter works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. As a licensed professional he tailors methods and pace so therapy feels purposeful and aligned with the client’s priorities.

Online therapy with Peter is offered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or those who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to maintain consistent support and continue progress from wherever the client is located within Texas.