Theresa Bishop , LPC

Theresa Bishop is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 10 years of clinical experience who completed graduate study at Carlow University with a focus on professional counseling. She has worked extensively with people navigating addictions, trauma, loss, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, stress, acceptance, and anger, and brings a steady, solution-oriented presence to the therapeutic relationship.

Her approach is tailored to what best helps each person, drawing from methods such as motivational interviewing, solution-focused work, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychotherapy. Theresa emphasizes listening carefully, maintaining objectivity, and partnering with clients to explore options, identify actionable steps, and address challenges that stand in the way of their goals.

Theresa views therapy as a process that unfolds through collaboration and willingness to try new strategies rather than a place for instant fixes. She supports clients in searching for meaningful change, acknowledging that progress often happens through small, consistent efforts. Prospective clients are welcomed and acknowledged for taking the first step toward getting started in therapy.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Collaborative Care

Theresa often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and client-centered principles into online sessions. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and learning practical ways to act in line with those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings - it can help with anxiety, mood challenges, and life transitions. CBT teaches concrete skills to identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and to develop behavioral strategies that reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Client-centered therapy emphasizes the therapist's empathetic listening and respect for the client's perspective, creating space for individuals to explore their own solutions and build self-directed change.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Theresa works collaboratively with each person to determine which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, access support from home, and integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.