Therapists in The Woodlands, TX
David Christopher Estes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I have 20+ years of experience as a licensed clinician. During that time, I have taken many roles within the helping professions - first responder, therapist, supervisor, university professor and clinical director, to name a few. I work with many situations and would like to see if I can assist you. I work with ages 15 and up and see clients in many modalities, including individual, couple, family and group therapy sessions. I have significant experience with crisis management & intervention, assessment & diagnosis, clients who are prescribed psychotropic medications and professionals in high-stress careers (Health, LEOs, Law, Ed.).
I have 20+ years of experience as a licensed clinician. During that time, I have taken many roles within the helping professions - first responder, therapist, supervisor, university professor and clinical director, to name a few. I work with many situations and would like to see if I can assist you. I work with ages 15 and up and see clients in many modalities, including individual, couple, family and group therapy sessions. I have significant experience with crisis management & intervention, assessment & diagnosis, clients who are prescribed psychotropic medications and professionals in high-stress careers (Health, LEOs, Law, Ed.).
Heather Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I believe that every client has the tools and knowledge necessary to improve their lives. This knowledge becomes hidden by the stress and responsibilities we face on a daily basis. My role as a therapist is to help you uncover those tools in order for you to live a more fulfilling life. If your family is facing a difficult challenge, if you need a different perspective on a situation, or if you are at a loss of what to do with your teen's behavior, I would be honored to help you throughout the process of positive change.
I believe that every client has the tools and knowledge necessary to improve their lives. This knowledge becomes hidden by the stress and responsibilities we face on a daily basis. My role as a therapist is to help you uncover those tools in order for you to live a more fulfilling life. If your family is facing a difficult challenge, if you need a different perspective on a situation, or if you are at a loss of what to do with your teen's behavior, I would be honored to help you throughout the process of positive change.
Brandy Hussey
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC, Assoc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Taking that first step is not easy and I am honored to be a part of that journey with you. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families walk through healing. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and unsure how to handle emotions, trauma, or just the things life brings our way but I am here to help you understand how to handle those emotions in a healthy way.
Taking that first step is not easy and I am honored to be a part of that journey with you. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families walk through healing. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and unsure how to handle emotions, trauma, or just the things life brings our way but I am here to help you understand how to handle those emotions in a healthy way.
Dr. Melissa Riggs- Couples Therapist
Psychologist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Relationships are hard! You may not be sure when it started, but you no longer recognize the person sleeping next to you. It’s devastating to think that your marriage may be ending. Maybe you and your partner fight all the time. Or perhaps the two of you are drifting away and no longer feel compatible. On the outside, people think you have it all and you seem to juggle all of life’s demands effortlessly. But on the inside, you are falling apart. You’re exhausted trying to maintain this façade and wondering how much longer you can keep this up. You still have a flicker of hope and want to rekindle what you used to have.
Relationships are hard! You may not be sure when it started, but you no longer recognize the person sleeping next to you. It’s devastating to think that your marriage may be ending. Maybe you and your partner fight all the time. Or perhaps the two of you are drifting away and no longer feel compatible. On the outside, people think you have it all and you seem to juggle all of life’s demands effortlessly. But on the inside, you are falling apart. You’re exhausted trying to maintain this façade and wondering how much longer you can keep this up. You still have a flicker of hope and want to rekindle what you used to have.
Tara Khadem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CGT, CGP
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Welcome to Thrive Psychotherapy ! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified Group Psychotherapist and Gottman 7 Principles Leader. I also have additional training in Emotion Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I am committed to helping my clients heal and grow towards their highest potential. A major focus of my practice is to help couples excavate the lessons learned from their deepest struggles in order to build a more conscious partnership that is healing, connected and secure. I believe in the innate resilience of my clients and their ability to heal and thrive.
Welcome to Thrive Psychotherapy ! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified Group Psychotherapist and Gottman 7 Principles Leader. I also have additional training in Emotion Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I am committed to helping my clients heal and grow towards their highest potential. A major focus of my practice is to help couples excavate the lessons learned from their deepest struggles in order to build a more conscious partnership that is healing, connected and secure. I believe in the innate resilience of my clients and their ability to heal and thrive.
John Loh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Are you having trouble engaging in your life? With your family or partner? Has transitioning to adulthood and leaving the nest become difficult? There is hope! Together we can work to make change happen. For those that may get called crazy or lazy, I am John Loh. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them find their way to a life that is more meaningful and fulfilling.
Are you having trouble engaging in your life? With your family or partner? Has transitioning to adulthood and leaving the nest become difficult? There is hope! Together we can work to make change happen. For those that may get called crazy or lazy, I am John Loh. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them find their way to a life that is more meaningful and fulfilling.
Haley Pettigrew
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Did you go to bed last night feeling angry or hopeless from the same continued fight with your partner or child? Has the anxiety, depression, conflict, or trauma become unbearable? Do you want to improve your personal relationships but don’t know how? I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience and understand those thoughts all too well. We all have the capacity for growth and healing, and I would be honored to partner with you and your family towards finding your happier and more fulfilling life.
Did you go to bed last night feeling angry or hopeless from the same continued fight with your partner or child? Has the anxiety, depression, conflict, or trauma become unbearable? Do you want to improve your personal relationships but don’t know how? I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience and understand those thoughts all too well. We all have the capacity for growth and healing, and I would be honored to partner with you and your family towards finding your happier and more fulfilling life.
Kevin Lee Daniel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Kevin is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, and children navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. His goal is to help clients build resilience and resolve conflicts in a healthy, constructive manner. With the use of techniques such as CBT, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused therapy, one can gain the empowerment to develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals. Kevin’s work also includes Play Therapy for young children. This approach allows them to process emotions, work through challenges, and express themselves using creative activities and play.
Kevin is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, and children navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. His goal is to help clients build resilience and resolve conflicts in a healthy, constructive manner. With the use of techniques such as CBT, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused therapy, one can gain the empowerment to develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals. Kevin’s work also includes Play Therapy for young children. This approach allows them to process emotions, work through challenges, and express themselves using creative activities and play.
Spring Hill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Are you feeling like you have lost the person you used to be? Having trouble with relationships? Being in relationships can feel overwhelming sometimes. Relationships change as we go through different transitions such as getting married, having a baby, getting a divorce, children going away to college, or caring for elderly parents. All of these life events can make relationships move together or become more distant. Talking about your concerns can help clarify what you want and need in your life. Finding choices helps us to grow and change personally and emotionally.
Are you feeling like you have lost the person you used to be? Having trouble with relationships? Being in relationships can feel overwhelming sometimes. Relationships change as we go through different transitions such as getting married, having a baby, getting a divorce, children going away to college, or caring for elderly parents. All of these life events can make relationships move together or become more distant. Talking about your concerns can help clarify what you want and need in your life. Finding choices helps us to grow and change personally and emotionally.
Marianne McCarthy, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Since 2006, my experience has been growing in guiding and supporting folks in overcoming the psychological barriers of severe mental health concerns and situational or generalized concerns. I learn what the individual is seeking to gain and create a therapeutic approach unique to that individual. I'm trained in multiple modalities and typically utilize a combined approach. I enjoy working with adults and couples and provide both individual and family counseling. Choosing a counselor can be a difficult process so I embrace every opportunity as an honor to build a trusting relationship and unveil wellness.
Since 2006, my experience has been growing in guiding and supporting folks in overcoming the psychological barriers of severe mental health concerns and situational or generalized concerns. I learn what the individual is seeking to gain and create a therapeutic approach unique to that individual. I'm trained in multiple modalities and typically utilize a combined approach. I enjoy working with adults and couples and provide both individual and family counseling. Choosing a counselor can be a difficult process so I embrace every opportunity as an honor to build a trusting relationship and unveil wellness.
Brittany Gilchrist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Brittany Gilchrist, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Eating Disorders Specialist, has worked for several years as a counseling professional. She holds her CEDS (Certified Eating Disorders Specialist) through the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals. She also serves on the Board for Houston Eating Disorders Specialists. Brittany is dedicated to promoting awareness and collaboration in the field between clients, their families, and their providers. Her dedication to this goal has been demonstrated through presentations she has given on mindfulness, eating disorders, body image, parent/family involvement, shame, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Brittany Gilchrist, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Eating Disorders Specialist, has worked for several years as a counseling professional. She holds her CEDS (Certified Eating Disorders Specialist) through the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals. She also serves on the Board for Houston Eating Disorders Specialists. Brittany is dedicated to promoting awareness and collaboration in the field between clients, their families, and their providers. Her dedication to this goal has been demonstrated through presentations she has given on mindfulness, eating disorders, body image, parent/family involvement, shame, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Integrity. Respect. Confidentiality. These are values I live by personally and professionally. The therapeutic process is based on trust; without trust, the therapist and client will only touch upon the shallowest issues. I am proud to demonstrate the highest level of respect for clients and their concerns. My experience in working with clients who differ from me in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, citizenship, political persuasion, intellectual ability, religion, sexual orientation, and economic status has been positive. Helping clients feel comfortable enough with me to engage in the treatment process is of the utmost importance.
Integrity. Respect. Confidentiality. These are values I live by personally and professionally. The therapeutic process is based on trust; without trust, the therapist and client will only touch upon the shallowest issues. I am proud to demonstrate the highest level of respect for clients and their concerns. My experience in working with clients who differ from me in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, citizenship, political persuasion, intellectual ability, religion, sexual orientation, and economic status has been positive. Helping clients feel comfortable enough with me to engage in the treatment process is of the utmost importance.
Heather Parton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380 (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Heather Parton. I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 15 years. I have experience in helping people with a variety of issues, from depression and anxiety, to bipolar disorder and PTSD. Whether the difficulty stems from a specific life stressor or a long-standing chronic struggle I am here to help! I can help you gain insight into your situation and learn new tools to more effectively managing whatever life is throwing at you. I feel that therapy is meant to help overcome struggles. You should feel better, grow, and resolve issues in this process.
My name is Dr. Heather Parton. I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 15 years. I have experience in helping people with a variety of issues, from depression and anxiety, to bipolar disorder and PTSD. Whether the difficulty stems from a specific life stressor or a long-standing chronic struggle I am here to help! I can help you gain insight into your situation and learn new tools to more effectively managing whatever life is throwing at you. I feel that therapy is meant to help overcome struggles. You should feel better, grow, and resolve issues in this process.
Stephanie Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
There is HOPE for bringing your family through hard times. I focus on helping children with a variety of concerns from behavior issues at home or in school to traumatic events such as abuse, neglect, divorce, and more. I counsel the child, the whole family or just the parents depending on what everyone needs. Adults who are dealing with anxiety or know they have experienced trauma in their life, this does not have to control you any longer, I can help.
There is HOPE for bringing your family through hard times. I focus on helping children with a variety of concerns from behavior issues at home or in school to traumatic events such as abuse, neglect, divorce, and more. I counsel the child, the whole family or just the parents depending on what everyone needs. Adults who are dealing with anxiety or know they have experienced trauma in their life, this does not have to control you any longer, I can help.
Margaret Giles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I believe in treating and facilitating the individual's psychological and emotional transformation through an integrative therapeutic approach. We all yearn for love, acceptance and the capacity to reach our utmost potential! I believe in treating the 'whole person,' as I help guide my clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals through a newfound self-awareness and confidence. With healthier actions and reactions we can move forward in life as more productive, thoughtful and self-aware beings. I believe that therapy connects us more to our authentic selves, and that you can grow, with you, in a newfound space of acceptance.
I believe in treating and facilitating the individual's psychological and emotional transformation through an integrative therapeutic approach. We all yearn for love, acceptance and the capacity to reach our utmost potential! I believe in treating the 'whole person,' as I help guide my clients towards reaching their therapeutic goals through a newfound self-awareness and confidence. With healthier actions and reactions we can move forward in life as more productive, thoughtful and self-aware beings. I believe that therapy connects us more to our authentic selves, and that you can grow, with you, in a newfound space of acceptance.
Taylor Starkey
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach creates a safe and collaborative space. I integrate evidence-based techniques with a holistic perspective, fostering personal growth and resilience. Clients appreciate my warm and understanding style, building a therapeutic alliance rooted in trust. In our sessions, we'll navigate life's complexities together, unlocking your potential for positive change. My commitment to tailoring techniques to your individual needs ensures a personalized and effective therapeutic experience.I work with clients to navigate challenges, celebrate strengths, and work towards balance, fulfillment, and self-discovery.
My therapeutic approach creates a safe and collaborative space. I integrate evidence-based techniques with a holistic perspective, fostering personal growth and resilience. Clients appreciate my warm and understanding style, building a therapeutic alliance rooted in trust. In our sessions, we'll navigate life's complexities together, unlocking your potential for positive change. My commitment to tailoring techniques to your individual needs ensures a personalized and effective therapeutic experience.I work with clients to navigate challenges, celebrate strengths, and work towards balance, fulfillment, and self-discovery.
Jenny Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, AAC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Difficult situations of the past can have lasting effects on our futures. You’ve seen this first hand with your child or teen. Their life has been altered at such a young age, and they don’t know how to express their feelings towards it. So they express it by acting out; by being angry, not socializing like they used to, or by breaking the rules. It’s a burden seeing them go through this, and not knowing how to help them.
Difficult situations of the past can have lasting effects on our futures. You’ve seen this first hand with your child or teen. Their life has been altered at such a young age, and they don’t know how to express their feelings towards it. So they express it by acting out; by being angry, not socializing like they used to, or by breaking the rules. It’s a burden seeing them go through this, and not knowing how to help them.
Lauren Castillo Supervised By Jennifer J. Cain
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Life can be difficult. Every person, regardless of their age, has their own unique experiences and hardships. However, no one should have to navigate through these difficulties on their own. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment, regardless of what the client’s values or beliefs may be. I believe every person deserves respect and the right to tell and own their story. It is an honor and a privilege to be a part of your journey and I applaud anyone who is beginning or returning to counseling!
Life can be difficult. Every person, regardless of their age, has their own unique experiences and hardships. However, no one should have to navigate through these difficulties on their own. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment, regardless of what the client’s values or beliefs may be. I believe every person deserves respect and the right to tell and own their story. It is an honor and a privilege to be a part of your journey and I applaud anyone who is beginning or returning to counseling!
Sandy Gaston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77389 (Online Only)
Does anxiety, depression, or trauma interfere with living the life you imagined for yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed with competing priorities, struggling to fit it all in? Are you too focused on the needs of others while neglecting your own? Life is messy, full of ups and downs, often complicated by stressful experiences, deteriorating relationships, and major life transitions. Amid the chaos, you may have lost your sense of identity, your purpose, your confidence, your support system.
Does anxiety, depression, or trauma interfere with living the life you imagined for yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed with competing priorities, struggling to fit it all in? Are you too focused on the needs of others while neglecting your own? Life is messy, full of ups and downs, often complicated by stressful experiences, deteriorating relationships, and major life transitions. Amid the chaos, you may have lost your sense of identity, your purpose, your confidence, your support system.
Chelseyah B. Bolden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Trying to balance yourself emotionally, physically, spiritually, and mentally might feel like a lot on your plate. You should know that reaching out for help is a testament to your strength. Working at your pace, we will ensure therapy is a safe environment to address your barriers and realize your goals. I aim to optimize the tools you already have and help you uncover new skills to make life more manageable. As your counselor, I would be honored to walk alongside you to overcome obstacles and help you leave therapy with a more in-depth understanding of your capabilities and resilience.
Trying to balance yourself emotionally, physically, spiritually, and mentally might feel like a lot on your plate. You should know that reaching out for help is a testament to your strength. Working at your pace, we will ensure therapy is a safe environment to address your barriers and realize your goals. I aim to optimize the tools you already have and help you uncover new skills to make life more manageable. As your counselor, I would be honored to walk alongside you to overcome obstacles and help you leave therapy with a more in-depth understanding of your capabilities and resilience.
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Number of Therapists in The Woodlands, TX
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in The Woodlands, TX who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
76% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
72% | Stress |
71% | Coping Skills |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
84% | Aetna |
78% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
74% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in The Woodlands, TX see their clients
78% | In Person and Online | |
22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.