Janis Edralin, LPC
Collaborative counseling for healing, clarity, and lasting change
- Trauma and substance recovery
- Strengths based supportive care
- Multicultural life experience
About Janis Edralin
Janis Edralin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who supports people who feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck and want a clearer way forward. She earned a Doctorate in Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision from St. Mary's University and brings more than 18 years of experience as both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. Her work centers on helping clients address stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, motivation difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and substance-use recovery, with an emphasis on identifying strengths and building a life that feels meaningful and sustainable.
Her style is collaborative and empowering, grounded in the view that each person is the expert on their own lived experience. Janis is also dedicated to supporting the Texas counseling community through service as an LPC mentor, adjunct professor, and graduate counseling student mentor.
Janis brings a wide-ranging professional background that includes national-level leadership roles, international collaboration in corporate settings, and Peace Corps service in Malawi and Mexico. Training at leading music conservatories contributes to a multicultural, creative perspective in her work. Outside of counseling, she enjoys hiking, biking, fencing, and studying literature and poetry; her training for the 1996 Olympic Games in fencing continues to shape her discipline and values. Additional experiences, including work as a nanny and training with the American Red Cross abroad, have reinforced her commitment to service, adaptability, and human connection. She welcomes the opportunity to walk alongside clients as they begin the process of healing and growth.
Her style is collaborative and empowering, grounded in the view that each person is the expert on their own lived experience. Janis is also dedicated to supporting the Texas counseling community through service as an LPC mentor, adjunct professor, and graduate counseling student mentor.
Janis brings a wide-ranging professional background that includes national-level leadership roles, international collaboration in corporate settings, and Peace Corps service in Malawi and Mexico. Training at leading music conservatories contributes to a multicultural, creative perspective in her work. Outside of counseling, she enjoys hiking, biking, fencing, and studying literature and poetry; her training for the 1996 Olympic Games in fencing continues to shape her discipline and values. Additional experiences, including work as a nanny and training with the American Red Cross abroad, have reinforced her commitment to service, adaptability, and human connection. She welcomes the opportunity to walk alongside clients as they begin the process of healing and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Janis Edralin have?
Janis Edralin has 19 years of experience in counseling.
Is Janis Edralin a licensed therapist?
Yes. Janis Edralin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. License: TX LPC 64387.
In which languages does Janis Edralin provide therapy?
Janis Edralin provides therapy in English.
Where is Janis Edralin located?
Janis Edralin is located in Texas.
How can I work with Janis Edralin as my therapist?
You can work with Janis Edralin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Janis Edralin work with international clients?
Yes. Janis Edralin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Janis Edralin cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Janis Edralin integrates evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways to respond, which can support concerns like anxiety, low mood, and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes building flexibility with difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most, which can be helpful when motivation is low or when life feels off course. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and ongoing relationships shape trust, connection, and coping, and it can be especially relevant for relationship strain, abandonment concerns, and healing from difficult interpersonal experiences.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Janis works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not worked before, and choose strategies that fit their needs, preferences, and pace. The focus stays practical and supportive while honoring each client’s lived experience.
Online therapy also makes it easier to get consistent support in day-to-day life. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, choosing the format that feels most comfortable and accessible. This flexibility can be especially helpful when schedules are demanding, travel is difficult, or clients want options for connecting between sessions.