Velma Gettelman , LPC

Velma Gettelman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, children, and families navigate emotional and life challenges. Her practice has addressed a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting struggles, anger management, and major life transitions, as well as issues related to low self-esteem, abuse, and trauma.

Her therapeutic manner is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She blends several evidence-informed methods in her work, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thinking patterns, Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change, and Solution-Focused and Reality Therapy strategies to build practical skills and new perspectives. Treatment conversations and plans are tailored to each person’s circumstances and goals so that care fits the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Velma centers her work on meeting clients where they are and fostering progress through acceptance and practical tools. With extensive experience in family and adult therapy, she aims to help people repair relationships, cope with life stressors, and move toward more satisfying, functional lives. Her personal motto is "Believe It, Speak It, Achieve It!" and she remains committed to supporting clients as they pursue meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive environment in which the client’s own goals and values guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect for each person’s experience, and it can be helpful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-oriented method that helps people identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and emotional regulation by teaching concrete coping strategies and problem-solving techniques.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on understanding and shifting emotional responses within relationships. EFT can support couples and family members who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, and address attachment-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Velma works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy remains relevant and practical for each person.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how and when people connect with a licensed professional. Velma provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, access consistent care from different locations within Texas, and maintain continuity of support during life changes.