Justin Salcedo, LPC

Justin Salcedo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. He focuses on helping people reduce suffering and live more meaningful lives. He emphasizes a warm, non-judgmental approach and works to build a trusting relationship with each person.

Justin uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside other evidence-based methods. He helps clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and make changes that reflect their values. Sessions often involve finding small, practical steps that fit daily life.

He has worked in a range of clinical settings since 2015. That experience includes university counseling, psychiatric hospital care, and treating severe substance use with co-occurring mental health issues. He has also taught at the university level and supervised other therapists.

Justin has provided psychotherapy for concerns from mild to severe depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, grief, addictions, psychotic and mood disorders, and loneliness or meaninglessness. He aims to identify processes that contribute to ongoing problems and tailor work to each person’s needs.

In sessions he prioritizes listening and helping people choose actions that align with their values. He encourages building behaviors that bring purpose and connection back into daily life. The first step is often a short conversation to see if the fit feels right.

How ACT and CBT translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, grief, and for changing everyday patterns that cause distress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful thinking and habits. CBT is frequently used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy adds simple attention and breathing practices to build calm and focus.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, needs, and preferences, and together decide which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress and comfort levels change.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some methods translate well to remote sessions because they focus on skills, worksheets, and moment-to-moment noticing rather than lengthy assessments. Ask about session length and structure when scheduling so appointments match day-to-day routines.