Teresa Horldt

Teresa Horldt is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 17 years of experience. She draws on practical approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, mood concerns, and career-related pressures. Teresa aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where people feel heard and respected.

She began her career working with victims of domestic violence and then in crisis intervention in a busy emergency room. Teresa later provided care in inpatient and outpatient treatment centers for substance use and mental health. For the past 15 years she has focused on substance use and addiction, mood disorders including bipolar, trauma, grief, and personality disorders.

Teresa uses an eclectic mix of methods to meet individual needs. She applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people with emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used for mood concerns while Motivational Interviewing supports people working on recovery and behavior change. Mindfulness practices are woven in for stress reduction and trauma work.

She currently works as a Program Manager with a community mental health program that serves people with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnoses. Teresa also addresses caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, and burnout related to compassion fatigue.

Her approach is collaborative and respectful. Teresa encourages people to set clear goals and to try strategies that fit their daily life. She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Teresa blends several practical methods that translate well to online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and supporting a person's own goals; it helps when someone needs a respectful, understanding space to talk through problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete skills to manage mood and anxiety, which can be practiced between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills; it is useful for people who want tools to manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Teresa will work together with each person to decide what methods suit their needs and goals. That collaborative planning helps make sessions practical and focused on what the client wants to change or improve.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuity of care when people move or travel. Speak with Teresa about scheduling preferences and any adjustments to session length or timing to match everyday life.