Therapists in Sugar Land, TX
Gerald W Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
Everything can be different, so said Psychologist, Alfred Adler. I believe it, too. We are not trapped in our past, we are locked in our ideas that we hold about ourselves, and about our future... and ideas can change. I invite you to join me in an adventure of finding encouragement, and finding new ideas about your life. I offer counseling sessions which will focus on...Personal Growth... Marriage and Relationship Issues... Communication Skills... Assertiveness Skills... Overcoming Depression... Overcoming Anxiety... Let's Talk- Everything Can Be Different.
Everything can be different, so said Psychologist, Alfred Adler. I believe it, too. We are not trapped in our past, we are locked in our ideas that we hold about ourselves, and about our future... and ideas can change. I invite you to join me in an adventure of finding encouragement, and finding new ideas about your life. I offer counseling sessions which will focus on...Personal Growth... Marriage and Relationship Issues... Communication Skills... Assertiveness Skills... Overcoming Depression... Overcoming Anxiety... Let's Talk- Everything Can Be Different.
Barnhill & Associates Counseling Center
MA, CART
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Matt's experience includes working with adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues including: marriage and family struggles, drug and alcohol addiction, sexual addiction, men's issues, depression, divorce mediation and other life struggles. Additionally, Matt is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist (CART) experienced in helping individuals work through anger.
Matt's experience includes working with adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues including: marriage and family struggles, drug and alcohol addiction, sexual addiction, men's issues, depression, divorce mediation and other life struggles. Additionally, Matt is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist (CART) experienced in helping individuals work through anger.
Sunetra Tarafdar Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
In my perspective, therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. I take a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and help individuals explore and identify strengths and personal successes. I believe that understanding our past and our current life patterns helps to foster internal growth.
In my perspective, therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. I take a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and help individuals explore and identify strengths and personal successes. I believe that understanding our past and our current life patterns helps to foster internal growth.
Rebecca Jacklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
You are here for a reason. Maybe you need help with your loved ones. Maybe you don't know where to start but you want to get back to where you used to be, or at least, who you really are. I believe in your infinite worth. I believe you're capable of finding joy, even though you may not see it now. Are you ready to make a change? I'm ready to help you to find the progress you seek. It's not just talk, therapy is learning the skills to live your best life. You're here for a reason, and so am I. Let's find your path, together.
You are here for a reason. Maybe you need help with your loved ones. Maybe you don't know where to start but you want to get back to where you used to be, or at least, who you really are. I believe in your infinite worth. I believe you're capable of finding joy, even though you may not see it now. Are you ready to make a change? I'm ready to help you to find the progress you seek. It's not just talk, therapy is learning the skills to live your best life. You're here for a reason, and so am I. Let's find your path, together.
Jodi Diane Sheffield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Hope, Healing and Wholeness can be found when our relationships with ourselves and others are Healthy. The therapeutic relationship between client and counselor can create a space for clients to safely explore his or her relationship with self and with others. My primary goal is to create this space for individual adults and couples to heal at their own pace. I utilize the treatment modalities of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients explore how their thoughts, behaviors and feelings are connected in their relationship with self and with others.
Hope, Healing and Wholeness can be found when our relationships with ourselves and others are Healthy. The therapeutic relationship between client and counselor can create a space for clients to safely explore his or her relationship with self and with others. My primary goal is to create this space for individual adults and couples to heal at their own pace. I utilize the treatment modalities of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients explore how their thoughts, behaviors and feelings are connected in their relationship with self and with others.
Rae Garr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Reaching out for professional help is the first and often most difficult step of the process. I commend you for investing the time to explore the best fit partnership to meet your need(s). My approach is to function as a vessel for individuals to find a safe place of refuge, where they can be heard or offered a compassionate voice of reason during a time of chaos.
Reaching out for professional help is the first and often most difficult step of the process. I commend you for investing the time to explore the best fit partnership to meet your need(s). My approach is to function as a vessel for individuals to find a safe place of refuge, where they can be heard or offered a compassionate voice of reason during a time of chaos.
Stephanie S Tyler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to feel like it unraveling or falling apart. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress. I possess an ability to connect with an individual, regardless of what differences we may have, we have life in common. I help my clients, which includes children, adolescents, and adults, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, & whole
When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to feel like it unraveling or falling apart. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress. I possess an ability to connect with an individual, regardless of what differences we may have, we have life in common. I help my clients, which includes children, adolescents, and adults, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, & whole
Muriel Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
It's ok to NOT be ok, and I am glad that you have taken this courageous first step. In these unprecedented times, having a skilled professional to walk alongside you as you navigate through life's challenges can prove beneficial. My goal is to compassionately and skillfully help you to process through the pain and disappointments of life while providing a safe non-judgmental space for you to grow and heal. I am passionate about the work that I do and find joy helping individuals make connections and gain insight while working towards a hopeful, fulfilling future.
It's ok to NOT be ok, and I am glad that you have taken this courageous first step. In these unprecedented times, having a skilled professional to walk alongside you as you navigate through life's challenges can prove beneficial. My goal is to compassionately and skillfully help you to process through the pain and disappointments of life while providing a safe non-judgmental space for you to grow and heal. I am passionate about the work that I do and find joy helping individuals make connections and gain insight while working towards a hopeful, fulfilling future.
David A. Green, LPC, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC-S, MAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Are you looking for help to find your path to emotional wellness? I can guide you in your journey to serenity to overcome daily stressors and assist you with feeling empowered and coping with everyday living. I am a dynamic and goal-oriented psychotherapist with 10+ years of combined experience providing quality clinical therapy, crisis intervention, substance abuse counseling, case management, vocational, and rehabilitation services to adults, elderly, and mentally challenged populations. I specialize in working with individuals, groups, and families ages 14- adulthood experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, mania, trauma, substance abuse issues, stress, and relationship issues.
Are you looking for help to find your path to emotional wellness? I can guide you in your journey to serenity to overcome daily stressors and assist you with feeling empowered and coping with everyday living. I am a dynamic and goal-oriented psychotherapist with 10+ years of combined experience providing quality clinical therapy, crisis intervention, substance abuse counseling, case management, vocational, and rehabilitation services to adults, elderly, and mentally challenged populations. I specialize in working with individuals, groups, and families ages 14- adulthood experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, mania, trauma, substance abuse issues, stress, and relationship issues.
Rewired Mind Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC-I, BCCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77498
Is anxiety and or depression stealing your joy, zapping your strength, energy and causing you feelings of hopelessness and helplessness? Are you weighed down at the onset of dawn, unmotivated to get out of bed? Are you finding activities of daily living daunting, thereby, foregoing self-care? Have you lost interest in leisure, especially in those things you once had passion for? Do you often isolate yourself from people and or avoiding relationships? Have you lost the zeal to go on living? If your answer is yes to all or any of these questions, you may be needing help with anxiety, depression trauma, or suicidal feelings.
Is anxiety and or depression stealing your joy, zapping your strength, energy and causing you feelings of hopelessness and helplessness? Are you weighed down at the onset of dawn, unmotivated to get out of bed? Are you finding activities of daily living daunting, thereby, foregoing self-care? Have you lost interest in leisure, especially in those things you once had passion for? Do you often isolate yourself from people and or avoiding relationships? Have you lost the zeal to go on living? If your answer is yes to all or any of these questions, you may be needing help with anxiety, depression trauma, or suicidal feelings.
Kaitlyn Iseminger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479 (Online Only)
Accepting Clients ; Email is preferred for inquires : I believe therapy is a space for you to be heard, because everyone is someone with a unique past and perspective. I am excited to work with you and learn your stories while we go through the healing journey together. I am equipped and passionate about helping you move through the darker parts of your life, past or present. All of us do our best in any circumstance yet sometimes the tools that helped us through the darker times are the same things holding us back now. You can overcome anything, and I would love to help re-equip you with the tools you need to move forward.
Accepting Clients ; Email is preferred for inquires : I believe therapy is a space for you to be heard, because everyone is someone with a unique past and perspective. I am excited to work with you and learn your stories while we go through the healing journey together. I am equipped and passionate about helping you move through the darker parts of your life, past or present. All of us do our best in any circumstance yet sometimes the tools that helped us through the darker times are the same things holding us back now. You can overcome anything, and I would love to help re-equip you with the tools you need to move forward.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Welcome to Transformative Counseling & Wellness Solutions! We believe in renewing the mind and dealing with the total person! Healing starts with being transparent, and opening up about your life’s journey to your therapist, who responds with compassion, empathy, and wisdom. Our therapeutic relationship can be the building block and the catalyst towards your new life! We provide affordable counseling, traditional & wellness services. If you want to journey beyond life's obstacles, don't hesitate to call. Together we will navigate your path towards freedom, success, and happiness.
Welcome to Transformative Counseling & Wellness Solutions! We believe in renewing the mind and dealing with the total person! Healing starts with being transparent, and opening up about your life’s journey to your therapist, who responds with compassion, empathy, and wisdom. Our therapeutic relationship can be the building block and the catalyst towards your new life! We provide affordable counseling, traditional & wellness services. If you want to journey beyond life's obstacles, don't hesitate to call. Together we will navigate your path towards freedom, success, and happiness.
Rachel Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
Sometimes our ability to accept what we can't change is tied to our willingness to change what we can. It has been my privilege to work with diverse populations across Texas, Louisiana and Alaska, including residential substance abuse, Youth & Families and Active Duty Military & their families. I use CBT, strength-based and existential modalities to help a client reach their goals, problem solve and manage their mental health needs. I help facilitate cognitive and behavioral changes that will lead to greater understanding..... Change is achievable.
Sometimes our ability to accept what we can't change is tied to our willingness to change what we can. It has been my privilege to work with diverse populations across Texas, Louisiana and Alaska, including residential substance abuse, Youth & Families and Active Duty Military & their families. I use CBT, strength-based and existential modalities to help a client reach their goals, problem solve and manage their mental health needs. I help facilitate cognitive and behavioral changes that will lead to greater understanding..... Change is achievable.
Romana Ahmed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
Our human experience is to face ease and hardship throughout our lives, with the ebb and flow of anxiety and calm, depression and joy, grief and comfort. Sometimes we can feel stuck, in ourselves and in our relationships. It is through compassionate yet oftentimes difficult introspection that we better understand the essence of who we are. It is from this place of self-awareness that we are able to learn, grow, and practice intentional, purposeful, mindful ways of being with ourselves and with others.
Our human experience is to face ease and hardship throughout our lives, with the ebb and flow of anxiety and calm, depression and joy, grief and comfort. Sometimes we can feel stuck, in ourselves and in our relationships. It is through compassionate yet oftentimes difficult introspection that we better understand the essence of who we are. It is from this place of self-awareness that we are able to learn, grow, and practice intentional, purposeful, mindful ways of being with ourselves and with others.
Karen Waldman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479 (Online Only)
My specializations include couples and marital counseling, individual therapy, behavioral health (i.e., the mind-body connection), mindfulness training, stress management, values/goals clarification, LGBT issues, and hypnosis. Understandably, clients want results that are both fast and lasting, so I tend to use some type of brief, solution-focused model in my work. I also have considerable experience utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a method that is both quick and effective for relationship/family/parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic pain, guilt, insomnia, medical impairments, work stress, anger/resentment, smoking addiction, and many other difficult issues.
My specializations include couples and marital counseling, individual therapy, behavioral health (i.e., the mind-body connection), mindfulness training, stress management, values/goals clarification, LGBT issues, and hypnosis. Understandably, clients want results that are both fast and lasting, so I tend to use some type of brief, solution-focused model in my work. I also have considerable experience utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a method that is both quick and effective for relationship/family/parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic pain, guilt, insomnia, medical impairments, work stress, anger/resentment, smoking addiction, and many other difficult issues.
James Matson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Do you remember when you began thinking less about your stressful week and more about your stressful life? Life is confusing, painful and often overwhelming. Your lack of clarity can produce imbalances in your mental, emotional, physical, spiritual and sexual health. You deserve not just psychotherapy, but therapy that crafts well rounded and individualized strategies for transformation.
Do you remember when you began thinking less about your stressful week and more about your stressful life? Life is confusing, painful and often overwhelming. Your lack of clarity can produce imbalances in your mental, emotional, physical, spiritual and sexual health. You deserve not just psychotherapy, but therapy that crafts well rounded and individualized strategies for transformation.
Kamau Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping people deal with situations such as exploring career goals, managing grief and anxiety (including PTSD), handling addiction issues, improving communication skills and working together as a team or couple. I am also Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist with 9 years experience helping people in their efforts to quit smoking.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping people deal with situations such as exploring career goals, managing grief and anxiety (including PTSD), handling addiction issues, improving communication skills and working together as a team or couple. I am also Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist with 9 years experience helping people in their efforts to quit smoking.
Angela Roberts
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I would be honored to walk this therapeutic and healing journey with you. I have a heart for teens and adults to heal from past trauma, process hurts, and become whole. Seeing clients learn more about themselves and the world around them is my passion. I strive to create a safe place for my clients, to listen and understand them. Everyone has a story. My hope is to come alongside, hear your unique story, and walk with you as you work through the trials of life.
I would be honored to walk this therapeutic and healing journey with you. I have a heart for teens and adults to heal from past trauma, process hurts, and become whole. Seeing clients learn more about themselves and the world around them is my passion. I strive to create a safe place for my clients, to listen and understand them. Everyone has a story. My hope is to come alongside, hear your unique story, and walk with you as you work through the trials of life.
Jennifer Johnson West
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I listen, I care and I am here to help. Life can be challenging sometimes. As a wife, mother and someone who has worked and volunteered with children, adolescents, couples, and families for more than 30 years I know how difficult, stressful, and messy life can be sometimes. I also know the value of reaching out and engaging in supportive and effective counseling. If you are struggling, or facing difficulties with children, adolescents, life stage, relationships or your marriage, don't wait to take the next step. Reach out today so that we can connect about what you are going through and ways counseling can help.
I listen, I care and I am here to help. Life can be challenging sometimes. As a wife, mother and someone who has worked and volunteered with children, adolescents, couples, and families for more than 30 years I know how difficult, stressful, and messy life can be sometimes. I also know the value of reaching out and engaging in supportive and effective counseling. If you are struggling, or facing difficulties with children, adolescents, life stage, relationships or your marriage, don't wait to take the next step. Reach out today so that we can connect about what you are going through and ways counseling can help.
Paul J Clear
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
My services include therapy, psychological testing and evaluation. I work with teens and adults, and my specialty areas include ADHD, anxiety and depression.
My services include therapy, psychological testing and evaluation. I work with teens and adults, and my specialty areas include ADHD, anxiety and depression.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Sugar Land, TX
400+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Sugar Land, TX who prioritize treating:
90% | Depression |
90% | Anxiety |
78% | Self Esteem |
72% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
65% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Sugar Land, TX see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Sugar Land?
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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.