Profile / United States
Dominique Oputa, LPC
Pennsylvania
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Relationships
See online therapy options- CBT and client-centered
- Motivational interviewing
- Family and caregiver focus
About Dominique
Dominique Oputa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 16 years of experience. She works with people managing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting strains, anger, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on caregiver stress, blended family issues, and end-of-life concerns.
Dominique uses straightforward conversation to clarify what feels most difficult. She listens for patterns in thoughts and actions that keep problems going. Then she and the client try small, practical changes to see what helps. Sessions tend to be focused and goal-oriented rather than long, open-ended talks.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. That mix helps with shifting unhelpful thinking, enhancing motivation for change, and picking concrete steps to try between sessions. Clients can expect clear ideas to practice outside of appointments.
Dominique respects each person's pace and preferences while keeping work structured. She often helps people break large problems into manageable tasks and track progress. For those dealing with grief, caregiver burden, or family changes, she offers practical strategies for coping and communication.
Sessions are conducted in English and follow the LPC scope of practice in Pennsylvania. People interested in starting are asked to follow the site’s steps to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Dominique integrates CBT and practical approaches online
Dominique commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. CBT involves noticing specific thoughts, testing them against evidence, and practicing different responses; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and reflecting to help people clarify their own goals. Motivational Interviewing is used to boost a person’s own reasons for change and to build small steps toward those goals.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Dominique collaborates with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is tracked.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in everyday settings and bring real situations into conversation for focused problem-solving.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She commonly works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting issues, anger, bipolar concerns, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and structured. She looks for unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and tries concrete steps to change them.
What is her background and experience?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 16 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and family concerns.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds an LPC credential and practices in Pennsylvania.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the site button to see online therapy options, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.