Janis Edralin, LPC
Collaborative counseling focused on clarity and meaningful change
- Trauma informed support
- Substance use recovery
- Relationships and self esteem
About Janis Edralin
Janis Edralin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who supports people facing overwhelm, uncertainty, and the difficult questions that can arise when life feels off track. She earned a Doctorate in Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision from St. Mary's University, and she brings 19 years of counseling experience to her work. Her counseling is grounded, practical, and collaborative, with an emphasis on helping clients recognize strengths, clarify what matters most, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, motivation concerns, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and substance-use recovery. She approaches therapy with the belief that clients are the experts on their own lived experience, and she works alongside them to build insight and skills that support steadier coping and healthier patterns over time.
Janis has also dedicated time to serving the Texas community through mentoring and teaching, including roles as an LPC mentor, adjunct professor, and mentor to graduate counseling students. Her broader professional background includes national-level leadership roles, international corporate collaboration, and Peace Corps service in Malawi and Mexico. Training at leading music conservatories contributes to a multicultural and creative lens in her work, and her personal interests - including hiking, biking, fencing, literature, and poetry - reflect the discipline and curiosity she brings to the therapeutic process. Her training for the 1996 Olympic Games in fencing continues to inform her values, perseverance, and commitment to growth. She also draws on varied service experiences, including work as a nanny and training with the American Red Cross abroad, which have strengthened her adaptability and focus on human connection.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, motivation concerns, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and substance-use recovery. She approaches therapy with the belief that clients are the experts on their own lived experience, and she works alongside them to build insight and skills that support steadier coping and healthier patterns over time.
Janis has also dedicated time to serving the Texas community through mentoring and teaching, including roles as an LPC mentor, adjunct professor, and mentor to graduate counseling students. Her broader professional background includes national-level leadership roles, international corporate collaboration, and Peace Corps service in Malawi and Mexico. Training at leading music conservatories contributes to a multicultural and creative lens in her work, and her personal interests - including hiking, biking, fencing, literature, and poetry - reflect the discipline and curiosity she brings to the therapeutic process. Her training for the 1996 Olympic Games in fencing continues to inform her values, perseverance, and commitment to growth. She also draws on varied service experiences, including work as a nanny and training with the American Red Cross abroad, which have strengthened her adaptability and focus on human connection.
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 as a therapist.
Is Janis Edralin a licensed therapist?
Yes. Janis Edralin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). 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 depending on factors such as 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 draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice more workable ways of responding to stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes building psychological flexibility - learning how to make room for difficult thoughts and emotions while taking steps toward values-driven goals. This approach can be especially helpful when clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged and want to reconnect with what matters most.
She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, which support emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools can be useful for navigating intense emotions, conflict, and moments of crisis without losing sight of longer-term goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Janis collaborates with clients to identify priorities, strengths, and preferences, and then tailors the work to match their goals and pace.
Online therapy adds flexibility and access, allowing clients to meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to stay consistent, fit support into a busy schedule, and choose the format that feels most comfortable.