Licensed clinical social worker recordTexas
Arnold Etoua, LCSW
Texas
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Texas
- LCSW, licence 104669
- NPI
- 1669328894
- Experience
- 9 years
- Languages
- English, French
- Location
- Texas
These details come from information Arnold supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Addictions
- Trauma recovery
- Men's issues
About Arnold
Arnold Etoua is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with nine years of practice. He works with adults facing addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. He speaks English and French and focuses on practical, day-to-day concerns.
Arnold concentrates on the long-term effects of childhood trauma. He helps clients notice how abandonment, emotional neglect, and attachment wounds can shape current mood, relationships, and self-worth. Sessions look at patterns like people-pleasing, shame, and difficulty trusting others, and aim to build clearer choices in how to respond.
He also works specifically with men’s mental health. He addresses issues such as emotional disconnection, identity stress, and pressure to perform or provide. The work centers on naming feelings, trying new coping strategies, and improving communication in relationships.
Arnold has experience supporting people recovering from drug and alcohol addiction and those rebuilding after hard life events. He emphasizes resilience and practical skills that can be used outside the session. That includes emotional regulation techniques and steps to strengthen relationships.
In session he uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and motivational interviewing alongside strengths-focused work. The aim is straightforward: clarify what is getting in the way, practice different responses, and build routines that support daily functioning and more secure relationships.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral methods are focused on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors. This approach helps with depression, anxiety, and patterns linked to trauma by making small, testable changes in daily life.Motivational interviewing is a collaborative way to look at ambivalence and move toward change. It can be useful for addiction recovery and for building commitment to new habits without pressure.
Strengths-focused interventions identify what already works for a person and expand those skills. That can mean highlighting coping strategies someone already uses and adapting them to new challenges like fatherhood issues or isolation.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what helps in practice. This is a collaborative process aimed at finding workable tools and routines.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people try strategies between sessions in their everyday settings and bring those experiences back for discussion.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, French
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this clinician focus on?
He focuses on addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like attachment and codependency.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based techniques combined with motivational interviewing and strengths-focused work to build practical skills and clearer responses.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of clinical experience working with adults on trauma, addiction recovery, and men's mental health.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Texas LCSW credential and practices in Texas.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and French.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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