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I am a licensed clinical social worker in Texas. I have 23 years of experience as a social worker including 3 years as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients through a wide range of concerns including anger, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and life purpose. For 10 years I have worked with clients related to personal grief and loss and am recently certified in complex trauma treatment.
My therapeutic style is that of an emotional crossing guard. I am committed to growing genuine, supportive and empathetic relationships through unconditional positive regard for the human experience. I believe people can be the experts in their own lives with some guidance and support. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, mindfulness and psychodynamic therapies. We will collaborate to develop a treatment plan that reflects your specific needs and desire for change.
Thank you for coming here. It takes courage and determination to seek answers or ask for help. This could be your first step toward a more balanced and rewarding life. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support, encourage and cheer for you.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
3yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefCompassion fatigue
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Body Image, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Codependency, Domestic Violence, Family of Origin Issues, Guilt and Shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Life Purpose, Narcissism, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Love, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Portia Hopkins. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Portia is, without a doubt, the most talented therapist I’ve worked with. She calls me out when needed, let’s me know when I’m making progress, helps me keep focus, and is generally very supportive, knowledgeable, and has a wonderful therapeutic presence that cannot be learned or imitated.
Written on Aug 27, 2023 after therapy with Portia for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Portia is the best...seriously. Thoughtful, skilled and cares about my progress.
Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Portia for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
She is an amazing therapist who does everything she can to help you unload and learn from your trauma and become your best self.
Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Portia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Great counselor
Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
Meeting Portia has been a game-changer for me. I've worked with several therapists over the years with varying degrees of success, but in Portia I've found someone who I feel is the perfect match for me. She is patient, kind, understanding, and insightful, while gently pushing me to break out of the patterns I've been stuck in for so long. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for our sessions where I feel comfortable sharing with her, knowing that she will respect me and my journey as we work together in therapy.
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Working with Portia has opened my eyes to a new way of living. I love that she’s supporting me through my transformation and journey of being my best self. I strongly and wholeheartedly recommend working with her. She brings a holistic approach to healing and self-development.
Written on Oct 19, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 months on issues concerning coping with life changes
Portia is great. She is kind, patient, and extremely helpful. Now feels like my team coaching me to success.
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Portia is great I will recommend her to everyone
Written on Aug 18, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Portia, is a great counselor. I learned a lot about myself and how to handle situations better. Thank you for your help.
Written on Apr 12, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Portia has an amazing ability to help me process difficult, emotional experiences (relationships, career, grief) so that I can understand where my responsibility lies in creating the life I want. She balances keeping me preset and accountable while also guiding me through past experiences that impact my current actions and reactions. She is helping me discover my best self, my favorite version of me, and I’m deeply grateful for her wisdom and compassion.
Written on Mar 07, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love working with Portia. She is kind and thoughtful, and approaching each situation with a patience and humor that makes me feel so much better about the things that I am struggling with. I also appreciate that she challenges my unhealthy thought patterns and does not hesistate to point them out to me. Working with Portia is amazing and I leave every session feeling lighter and confident that I can manage issues that I once found overwhelming.
Written on Mar 02, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Been working with Portia for 3 months now and she has helped me tremendously! Being a healthcare provider during this pandemic has brought on different struggles. Portia has helped ease the anxiety and stress associated with it and has provided me with some great coping skills and tools to utilize. She is very easy to talk to, listens well and more importantly is very personable. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 23, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Portia is a fantastic counselor and human! Working with her has been just what I needed.
Written on Feb 19, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
Portia is awesome. She really helps you break things down and understand yourself and the people around you. She remembers small details that feel important and significant, and also helps you reflect on and realize your strengths and how you can use them to their fullest potential. I can feel the thoughtfulness and care in her words! I’m excited to keep working with her!
Written on Jan 21, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem
Our 2 sessions have been very helpful.
Written on Jan 13, 2021 after therapy with Portia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and career difficulties
I've only had 3 sessions with Portia Hopkins, and already, I am experiencing changes and taking actions I have been unable to take for the past 2 years. She is a compassionate listener who shows thoughtfulness and presence and gives implementable, & targeted advice as well as exercises, which are at times difficult to do, but you know are necessary to change. She is also extremely responsive via text, which makes this process all the more doable since you feel your support system will be there if you are having a difficult time. I highly recommend Portia if you are looking for someone practical, professional, and caring.
Written on Dec 22, 2020 after therapy with Portia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
I felt comfortable with Portia almost immediately. She's an incredibly in tune listener, and she presented things from a perspective I hadn't considered. She understood where I was coming from and I felt heard, not judged, and as though I were talking to a friend with clear insight, wisdom and encouragement. Thanks, a very good start and helpful session
Written on Dec 14, 2020 after therapy with Portia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
I have had a great experience with Portia. She is compassionate and a great active listener. She asks the right questions to make me reflect and get to the root of my emotions.
Written on Dec 10, 2020 after therapy with Portia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
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