Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Carien works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Years in practice
- 13
- Languages
- English, Afrikaans
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Carien
Carien Myburgh is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who focuses on helping people reduce anger, stress, and anxiety so they can move forward. She favors practical work that aims for change while also slowing down when painful memories or strong emotions need a gentler pace. Born and raised in South Africa, she completed an Honors degree in Psychology in 1986.
She later moved to the United States and earned a master’s degree in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University in 2012.
Background and approach
She has practiced as an LPC for 13 years and provides services to people living in Texas. Carien uses straightforward, goal-oriented methods like cognitive behavioral tools and solution-focused techniques. In sessions she helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, try different responses, and build small habits that ease daily strain.
This practical focus is useful for anger, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also works on issues connected to addiction and family of origin concerns, including drug and alcohol addiction and forgiveness work. Carien addresses trauma and abuse at a pace set by the client and pays attention to guilt, shame, and isolation when those themes appear.
Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans. Carien emphasizes clear steps, simple homework when helpful, and a collaborative approach so people can see steady progress without feeling rushed.
What Carien works with
Everything Carien lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Carien's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Coping with life changes
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Carien lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Practical approaches for online anger and stress work
Carien uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT gives simple exercises and small experiments you can try between sessions to reduce reactivity and improve mood.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, which concentrates on strengths and concrete next steps. This approach helps people set short-term goals and build on what is already working in their lives, which can be especially useful when managing anger and moving past guilt or shame.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then adjust methods as work progresses. That collaborative process helps make sure sessions match a client's needs and pace.
Online sessions offer flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can fit a break at work or require less bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging make it possible to check in between meetings or use shorter, focused support. These options let people find what fits their routine while keeping therapy practical and consistent.
Questions people ask about Carien
What kinds of concerns does this counselor address?
She helps people manage anger, stress, and anxiety and also supports those dealing with depression, relationship strain, addictions, and trauma.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses practical, goal-oriented work with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused methods to create concrete change while slowing down when painful topics arise.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of counseling experience and has worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor since completing her master’s degree.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas and provides services only to people residing in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be done by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions are offered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.