Therapists in Temple, TX
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Lyna J Zbranek
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76502
Choosing counseling is the first step in your journey to healing. I work with adolescents, women, and men who struggle with a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Coping Skills, Self-Esteem, Communication Issues, Grief, Parenting, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, and Situational Stressors. I believe counseling is a safe and judgment-free space that allows for awareness and healing to be cultivated.
Choosing counseling is the first step in your journey to healing. I work with adolescents, women, and men who struggle with a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Coping Skills, Self-Esteem, Communication Issues, Grief, Parenting, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, and Situational Stressors. I believe counseling is a safe and judgment-free space that allows for awareness and healing to be cultivated.
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Margaret Moravec
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76504 (Online Only)
You are a professional, or a new or expecting parent, and are having to work harder than usual to maintain things and seem like your usual high-performing self. You're feeling worn out, you're having trouble sleeping, you're stressed and you just aren't sure how to cope. You want to feel in control again, but need a little help figuring out the steps to take to get you there.
You are a professional, or a new or expecting parent, and are having to work harder than usual to maintain things and seem like your usual high-performing self. You're feeling worn out, you're having trouble sleeping, you're stressed and you just aren't sure how to cope. You want to feel in control again, but need a little help figuring out the steps to take to get you there.
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Aleksandra Bessent
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, ECFMG-, cert, MD, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76501
Are you trying to cope with constant worry, intrusive thoughts, trauma triggers, sadness or anger? Would you like to improve your relationships with partner/spouse/family? Are you struggling to recover from childhood trauma or narcissistic abuse, adjust to major life changes, such as acute or chronic disease, divorce, death of a loved person, career transition? There are times in life when we need professional help to feel better and live a more fulfilling life. I am here to help you to deal with distress, grief, sense of despair, get your symptoms under control, heal from trauma and experience happiness.
Are you trying to cope with constant worry, intrusive thoughts, trauma triggers, sadness or anger? Would you like to improve your relationships with partner/spouse/family? Are you struggling to recover from childhood trauma or narcissistic abuse, adjust to major life changes, such as acute or chronic disease, divorce, death of a loved person, career transition? There are times in life when we need professional help to feel better and live a more fulfilling life. I am here to help you to deal with distress, grief, sense of despair, get your symptoms under control, heal from trauma and experience happiness.
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Shayla Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Are you struggling with navigating life and its challenges? From parenting, relationships and social stressors, a series of mental, physical, emotional, developmental, and social changes have been happening that can be simultaneously beautiful and challenging. Such changes often unfold within a system that doesn’t necessarily support your feelings and thoughts. As a mindfulness-based psychotherapist, I work toward creating a warm, supportive, and welcoming environment where healing and growth are encouraged.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Are you struggling with navigating life and its challenges? From parenting, relationships and social stressors, a series of mental, physical, emotional, developmental, and social changes have been happening that can be simultaneously beautiful and challenging. Such changes often unfold within a system that doesn’t necessarily support your feelings and thoughts. As a mindfulness-based psychotherapist, I work toward creating a warm, supportive, and welcoming environment where healing and growth are encouraged.
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Lanessa Allman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a focus is to help individuals heal and become aware of their inner strengths. I help to achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan all with confidentiality. I believe that healing starts when an individual is allowed to be heard and therefore I work hard to be an empathetic support for clients to work towards their healing, discover their strengths, and help find an authentic connection with themselves and others. I am currently taking new clients for virtual appointments.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a focus is to help individuals heal and become aware of their inner strengths. I help to achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan all with confidentiality. I believe that healing starts when an individual is allowed to be heard and therefore I work hard to be an empathetic support for clients to work towards their healing, discover their strengths, and help find an authentic connection with themselves and others. I am currently taking new clients for virtual appointments.
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Dwayne Frei, Frei Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76502
For 26 years I have helped adults, college students, teens, and children to quickly discover or rediscover joy and peace in life. I specialize in relationship issues, stress, anger management, anxiety, and loss. With children/teens, I help with ADHD, impulse control, and behavioral conflict at school and home. Together, we create a safe place where we work together to find better ways to create a better life for you and your family. Relationships are complicated and the stress of life can be overwhelming. We all need someone to help us make sense of our current situation. Problems can add up. Let me help make life good again.
For 26 years I have helped adults, college students, teens, and children to quickly discover or rediscover joy and peace in life. I specialize in relationship issues, stress, anger management, anxiety, and loss. With children/teens, I help with ADHD, impulse control, and behavioral conflict at school and home. Together, we create a safe place where we work together to find better ways to create a better life for you and your family. Relationships are complicated and the stress of life can be overwhelming. We all need someone to help us make sense of our current situation. Problems can add up. Let me help make life good again.
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Susan Quintana
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
Susan E. Quintana is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, who holds a Master's in Education Counseling and Psychology received in 1994. She has 20 years + experience with ages of all ranges. She enjoys working with children ages 6-17, adults 18-65+ and senior citizens and their families. Ms. Quintana has a natural ability for helping children who feel lost, lonely, anxious or transitioning to an adoptive home. She also has 12 years' experience working with Bi-Polar, Schizophrenia,Depression, and Mood Disorders.
Susan E. Quintana is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, who holds a Master's in Education Counseling and Psychology received in 1994. She has 20 years + experience with ages of all ranges. She enjoys working with children ages 6-17, adults 18-65+ and senior citizens and their families. Ms. Quintana has a natural ability for helping children who feel lost, lonely, anxious or transitioning to an adoptive home. She also has 12 years' experience working with Bi-Polar, Schizophrenia,Depression, and Mood Disorders.
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Mente Behavioral Services, LLC at Pathways
Psychological Associate, MS
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
Ms. Pineda of Mente Behavioral Services, LLC offers psychological testing and evaluation in the central Texas area. Currently, focus is for pre-surgical bariatric evaluations, Determinations of Intellectual Disability, and contract work. Ms Pineda has health psychology supervision and 15 years in psychological testing. Ella es una profesional bilingue.
Ms. Pineda of Mente Behavioral Services, LLC offers psychological testing and evaluation in the central Texas area. Currently, focus is for pre-surgical bariatric evaluations, Determinations of Intellectual Disability, and contract work. Ms Pineda has health psychology supervision and 15 years in psychological testing. Ella es una profesional bilingue.
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Christina Herrera Monarch Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
I specialize in treating adults and children who have suffered trauma to include physical and sexual abuse. I am trained in EMDR and I am a Registered Play Therapist. I use both forms of therapy with most of my clients. In addition I also counsel clients with issues such as adjustment, attachment, divorce, death and loss, learning disorders, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-esteem, social skills, body image, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and autism-spectrum disorders.
I specialize in treating adults and children who have suffered trauma to include physical and sexual abuse. I am trained in EMDR and I am a Registered Play Therapist. I use both forms of therapy with most of my clients. In addition I also counsel clients with issues such as adjustment, attachment, divorce, death and loss, learning disorders, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-esteem, social skills, body image, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and autism-spectrum disorders.
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Steven Brodie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502 (Online Only)
Have you or your child been experiencing anxiety, grief, or change in mood and behavior? Was there any past trauma to address? If you answered yes and are looking to create change and live a balanced emotional and behavioral life it can be achieved. You can live a healthy balanced life and feel the control that you are looking for. Your life has multiple ups and downs throughout your story. At times it can feel like you are not in control of things that you believe "should come easy". You have already taken the first two steps. First recognizing things are not the way you want them to be and secondly searching for answers and help.
Have you or your child been experiencing anxiety, grief, or change in mood and behavior? Was there any past trauma to address? If you answered yes and are looking to create change and live a balanced emotional and behavioral life it can be achieved. You can live a healthy balanced life and feel the control that you are looking for. Your life has multiple ups and downs throughout your story. At times it can feel like you are not in control of things that you believe "should come easy". You have already taken the first two steps. First recognizing things are not the way you want them to be and secondly searching for answers and help.
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Nicholes Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76501 (Online Only)
Counseling provides a safe place to process those things that are having an impact on your life and affecting your emotional or physical well being. Whether through individual or relationship counseling, sessions will be geared to help you discover a more desired outcome to your daily routine.
Counseling provides a safe place to process those things that are having an impact on your life and affecting your emotional or physical well being. Whether through individual or relationship counseling, sessions will be geared to help you discover a more desired outcome to your daily routine.
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Dana Hildebrand
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76502
I specialize in treating women with anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery, sexual abuse, trauma, self-esteem, and relationship issues. Your story is unique and so is the solution to the challenges you face. I will help you bridge the gap from where you are now to where you are meant to be. Through collaboration, courage and hard work, you will be empowered to overcome the challenges you face and be equipped with the tools you need to rewrite your story. Traumatic events and struggles in life can be overwhelming at times, I hold the space for individuals to heal, grow and thrive.
I specialize in treating women with anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery, sexual abuse, trauma, self-esteem, and relationship issues. Your story is unique and so is the solution to the challenges you face. I will help you bridge the gap from where you are now to where you are meant to be. Through collaboration, courage and hard work, you will be empowered to overcome the challenges you face and be equipped with the tools you need to rewrite your story. Traumatic events and struggles in life can be overwhelming at times, I hold the space for individuals to heal, grow and thrive.
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Cindy Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
Cindy Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing counseling since 1999. She graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Community Counseling. Cindy believes the crux of experiencing a fullfilled life is determining one's value system and living congruent within those values. Living outside those parameters often results in problems such as depression, anger and low self-esteem. Her goal is to help individuals tap into their own strengths to re-direct their energy into a more productive and higher quality of life.
Cindy Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing counseling since 1999. She graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Community Counseling. Cindy believes the crux of experiencing a fullfilled life is determining one's value system and living congruent within those values. Living outside those parameters often results in problems such as depression, anger and low self-esteem. Her goal is to help individuals tap into their own strengths to re-direct their energy into a more productive and higher quality of life.
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Rebekah Oakley
Psychologist, LP
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
Rebekah Oakley is a psychologist who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a doctorate degree in school psychology. Rebekah believes in a humanistic approach to your care. She is interested in providing education about mental health while guiding you and walking beside you as together you create a mental health plan that works best for your individual life and experiences. In her spare time, Rebekah enjoys being outside with her family, practicing yoga, reading (often about mental health! ) and traveling.
Rebekah Oakley is a psychologist who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a doctorate degree in school psychology. Rebekah believes in a humanistic approach to your care. She is interested in providing education about mental health while guiding you and walking beside you as together you create a mental health plan that works best for your individual life and experiences. In her spare time, Rebekah enjoys being outside with her family, practicing yoga, reading (often about mental health! ) and traveling.
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Maegan Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
Maegan specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and concerns for behavioral and emotional regulation. Additionally, Maegan has experience working directly with individuals and families who are accessing Special Education Services in their academic setting. She also works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Life Transitions. Maegan strives to help equip her clients with various skills to use as healing tools including self-awareness skills, emotional regulation, and tools to increase personal motivation.
Maegan specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and concerns for behavioral and emotional regulation. Additionally, Maegan has experience working directly with individuals and families who are accessing Special Education Services in their academic setting. She also works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Life Transitions. Maegan strives to help equip her clients with various skills to use as healing tools including self-awareness skills, emotional regulation, and tools to increase personal motivation.
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Jerimiah Woods
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
Your life is unique and has a special set of circumstances. We often run into roadblocks on our journey that we need help managing. My goal would be to help you to grow into an individual who can navigate their life with confidence, happiness, and success. I am very passionate about helping my clients. Working together is important. You are the expert of your life and I am the expert in counseling. Your thoughts, values and goals are essential to the process. We will tackle your life challenges together in an effort to ease your stress, calm your fears and help you grow as a person. I look forward to working with you.
Your life is unique and has a special set of circumstances. We often run into roadblocks on our journey that we need help managing. My goal would be to help you to grow into an individual who can navigate their life with confidence, happiness, and success. I am very passionate about helping my clients. Working together is important. You are the expert of your life and I am the expert in counseling. Your thoughts, values and goals are essential to the process. We will tackle your life challenges together in an effort to ease your stress, calm your fears and help you grow as a person. I look forward to working with you.
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Karol Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
Karol is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been a school counselor in the Central Texas area for the past 25 years. She received her Masters of Education/Counseling from University of Mary Hardin Baylor. Karol has extensive knowledge and experience in the educational system and specializes in working with adolescents and their issues as well as adolescent conflicts within the family. She also enjoys working with adults going through life transitions or dealing with stress-related and/or relationship issues.
Karol is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been a school counselor in the Central Texas area for the past 25 years. She received her Masters of Education/Counseling from University of Mary Hardin Baylor. Karol has extensive knowledge and experience in the educational system and specializes in working with adolescents and their issues as well as adolescent conflicts within the family. She also enjoys working with adults going through life transitions or dealing with stress-related and/or relationship issues.
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Brandin M Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
Brandin’s prior experience at the Spokane Veterans Center and Whitworth Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic focused on working with couples, families, and individuals struggling with histories of PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, isolation, marital conflict, and those readjusting after military service.
Brandin’s prior experience at the Spokane Veterans Center and Whitworth Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic focused on working with couples, families, and individuals struggling with histories of PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, isolation, marital conflict, and those readjusting after military service.
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Amanda Tindell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76501
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I graduated with a MSW from Tarleton State University in 2020.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I graduated with a MSW from Tarleton State University in 2020.
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Michelle Villarreal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76502 (Online Only)
I believe in the power of resilience and self-empowerment, but getting there is the hard part. Through collaboration in our sessions, I work with a lot of women to develop coping strategies, set achievable goals, and build the confidence to face life's transitions with courage, and resilience. Whether it's helping you through motherhood, a career change, a breakup, or a major life decision, I am committed to providing unwavering support and guidance, while striving to empower my clients to embrace these changes as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
I believe in the power of resilience and self-empowerment, but getting there is the hard part. Through collaboration in our sessions, I work with a lot of women to develop coping strategies, set achievable goals, and build the confidence to face life's transitions with courage, and resilience. Whether it's helping you through motherhood, a career change, a breakup, or a major life decision, I am committed to providing unwavering support and guidance, while striving to empower my clients to embrace these changes as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Temple, TX
100+
Average cost per session
$100
Therapists in Temple, TX who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
72% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Coping Skills |
68% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
86% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
80% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
73% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Temple, TX see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
18% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Temple?
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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.