About me

Teenagers are GREAT!!!! I am always entirely amazed to watch them grow. I enjoy ever opportunity to connect with teenagers. They amaze me with how awesome they really are. I am licensed in Texas with over 28 years of professional work experience with teenagers. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe Teenagers are the expert of their story and that they have many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that challenge them. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support in that process.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Grief
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Depression , Coaching , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Aging and geriatric issues , Autism and Asperger Syndrome , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy

Years of Experience: 20

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

TX LPC 60846

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Cynthia Himstedt. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Mar 29, 2025 after therapy with Cynthia for 3 months on issues concerning relationship

Cynthia is great in every way imaginable. She is an excellent therapist and has been extremely helpful in working with me to see patterns and cycles in my relationship that I had been hurting me and that I was having trouble with. She is 5 out of 5 stars.

Written on Mar 17, 2025 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life

I am so grateful to have found Cynthia. I have been through many therapists, trying to find one that I felt was a right fit for me and she is the 1st one I've felt full confidence in.

Written on Feb 04, 2025 after therapy with Cynthia for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Very happy with the understanding demonstrated, and the conversations facilitated.

Written on Feb 01, 2025 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coaching

She is extremely experienced and unlike other therapists she didn't say "i had too many issues" for her. We had instant rapport and before, I would only do maybe 1 therapy appointment but I actually look forward to hers. She is the best counselor/therapist I've encountered.

Written on Jan 24, 2025 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Cynthia is skilled and very easy to talk to as she listens intently and has a way of calming my anxiety. I would highly recommend her!

Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Cynthia has helpful suggestions about how to approach difficult people and situations.

Written on Dec 05, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem

Cynthia is a great listener and offers a fresh point of view in many matters we discuss. I trust her opinion and her advice.

Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue

I scrolled thorough a super long list of every therapist I could find. Cynthia had the most experience so I went with her. She’s always super receptive and listens super well.

Written on Nov 19, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

I was apprehensive about going through an app, I’ve always done in office appointments. Cynthia is an amazing find in all aspects we needed in counseling , she does great with both of us in a group , and individual therapy. My husband finds it very easy to speak with her. I was worried initially, but he has wanted to stay with her.

Written on Sep 19, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 9 months on issues concerning relationship

With all her abilities, she has helped tremendously.

Written on Aug 18, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

We’ve had one therapy appointment with Cynthia and so far I thought it was helpful. I look forward to future meetings.

Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Hands down the best out there. I have been with Cynthia for 8 weeks now and the confidence I have now is truly remarkable. She is genuine. Kind. Caring. Very understanding and anyone who gets matched with her is lucky. I will forever be thankful for Cyn Cyn!

Written on Jul 19, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues

Cynthia has been a great communicator and helper for me. I look forward to our calls each week. She is warm, friendly and cheerful.

Written on Jul 04, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management

She’s great !

Written on May 21, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coaching, and adhd

I enjoyed the one session I had with Cynthia so far. Even though it was only a 'get to know you' chat, she listened and provided tools and feedback that was very useful and that I reflected upon multiple times since our session.

Written on May 10, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes

Cynthia is amazing - approachable, actively listens, and is real with you about your problems. Highly recommend!

Written on Apr 21, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Cynthia is an excellent listener and good mentor. Cannot wait for my next session with her.

Written on Apr 19, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem

Cynthia is great, kind but straightforward. I would recommend her to anyone.

Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Cynthia was matched and reached out to me at a time I really needed it. She has seen me cry and heard me say things about my relationship I have never been able to tell anyone before so I appreciate her and her listening.

Written on Apr 13, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She is amazing and I love how well she listens to me and understands me.

Written on Mar 26, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

She is a great, down to earth therapist. I highly recommend.

Written on Mar 16, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 3 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She's wonderful. Makes me feel understood, knows the right words to say for me to open up.

Written on Mar 08, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem

She listens carefully and you feel that support

Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She is so sweet and we just click. We talk about all kinds of stuff and she listens to what I am saying.

Written on Feb 10, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and self esteem

Cynthia has helped me see myself from a different perspective. She is my cheerleader and confident. I feel extremely comfortable talking to her. She has on the spot practice advices. She is funny and relatable.

Written on Feb 08, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Cynthia is great. She is caring and understands my needs. She has given me several ways to start becoming a better me and a way to start letting go of worry, fear, and bad thoughts. After only 2 sessions I am becoming comfortable.

Written on Jan 22, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management

I’ve had 3 sessions and so far have really appreciated each session and already seen a positive impact in my approach to various issues that sometimes cause problems in my life.

Written on Jan 15, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse

Cynthia is so genuine and has already helped me so much. I’m new to therapy and new to her in general, but it’s been nothing but a great experience.

Written on Jan 02, 2024 after therapy with Cynthia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties

Cynthia is great

Written on Dec 20, 2023 after therapy with Cynthia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Cynthia has been my first-ever therapy experience and she has set the bar super high! She listens intently, offers support, encouragement, and advice on how to better approach situations. I love her so much and am grateful for the time we spend together. I feel heard and seen.

Written on Dec 15, 2023 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

She is a great person. She has truly helped me a lot.

Written on Dec 13, 2023 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and grief

Very happy with the help I have received so far.

Written on Nov 08, 2023 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

She is amazing!!! I’ve had several therapists and I have to say she’s number 1. Super personable and I feel like I’m talking to a friend. Very knowledgeable and helps to hold you accountable. Super flexible!

Written on Oct 30, 2023 after therapy with Cynthia for 2 weeks

I am so happy to have found Cynthia and my son thoroughly enjoys his sessions. Being that he is a teenager that’s music to my ears. In a short time she’s already gained his trust. We look forward to continuing weekly sessions with Cynthia.

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