Therapists in Plano, TX
Christina Bergren
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Tired of feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed? Then you've come to the right place! If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, or any other emotional difficulties related to family, relationships, school, or work stress, please give me a call. I am also a Trust Based Relation Interventions (TBRI) practitioner. My experience ranges from work with foster children, military families, and adults. Additionally, I work with trauma survivors to help heal hurtful wounds. I would love the opportunity to work with you. I am also an LPC-S so if you are an LPC-Associate seeking supervision in Missouri or Texas, please reach out.
Tired of feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed? Then you've come to the right place! If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, or any other emotional difficulties related to family, relationships, school, or work stress, please give me a call. I am also a Trust Based Relation Interventions (TBRI) practitioner. My experience ranges from work with foster children, military families, and adults. Additionally, I work with trauma survivors to help heal hurtful wounds. I would love the opportunity to work with you. I am also an LPC-S so if you are an LPC-Associate seeking supervision in Missouri or Texas, please reach out.
Donna P. Xu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
¡Hola a todos! Me llamo Donna, Mexicana a hueso colorado y soy bilingüe en Ingles y Español. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist. I hold a masters in science in psychology with the specialty of marriage, individual, and family therapy. I am here to help you to the best of my ability and most of all, I'm open-minded about cultures, beliefs, sexual orientation, and walks of life. My office space is a judgment-free zone. I work with grief, anxiety, depression, intergenerational and religious trauma, losses, life transitions, and relationship issues.
¡Hola a todos! Me llamo Donna, Mexicana a hueso colorado y soy bilingüe en Ingles y Español. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist. I hold a masters in science in psychology with the specialty of marriage, individual, and family therapy. I am here to help you to the best of my ability and most of all, I'm open-minded about cultures, beliefs, sexual orientation, and walks of life. My office space is a judgment-free zone. I work with grief, anxiety, depression, intergenerational and religious trauma, losses, life transitions, and relationship issues.
Laura Lyn Benoit
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75075
Are you tired of pretending to be okay, when you know you're not okay? Have you run out of energy putting on a facade? Is it time to get real with yourself and a safe someone else? Call Laura Lyn today. With a warm, friendly and comfortable approach, Laura Lyn utilizes a variety of therapy techniques specifically adjusted to each client's individual needs. Some of the counseling methods she uses include traditional talk therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Approach, Psychoanalytic Therapy, Psychoeducation, Solution-Focused Therapy and more.
Are you tired of pretending to be okay, when you know you're not okay? Have you run out of energy putting on a facade? Is it time to get real with yourself and a safe someone else? Call Laura Lyn today. With a warm, friendly and comfortable approach, Laura Lyn utilizes a variety of therapy techniques specifically adjusted to each client's individual needs. Some of the counseling methods she uses include traditional talk therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Approach, Psychoanalytic Therapy, Psychoeducation, Solution-Focused Therapy and more.
Dr. Siobhan D. Flowers
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, CSC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75075
Choosing the right therapist is such an important decision and you deserve someone who you can trust is the right fit for you. Are you dealing with anxiety? Feeling overwhelmed by stress and burnout? Are your relationships at the breaking point? If so, I can help. I see individual women, ages 18+ (no couples or families at this time) where I offer a warm, non-judgmental counseling approach and provide a safe space for you to process your thoughts, feelings, and explore new directions for your life.
Choosing the right therapist is such an important decision and you deserve someone who you can trust is the right fit for you. Are you dealing with anxiety? Feeling overwhelmed by stress and burnout? Are your relationships at the breaking point? If so, I can help. I see individual women, ages 18+ (no couples or families at this time) where I offer a warm, non-judgmental counseling approach and provide a safe space for you to process your thoughts, feelings, and explore new directions for your life.
Megan M Krizan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
We all wish life’s journey could be an easy one, but the reality is the path is not always smooth. Life can be filled with uncertainty, conflict, and hard choices. No matter what your age, there are times when life can leave you feeling lost. The good news is that this journey does not have to be faced alone. With a focus on compassion, connection, and what is developmentally appropriate, I can provide support and guidance through these challenges. Whether you are an adult, child, teen, parent, or whole family, I am able to help. I consider it a great privilege to be allowed to walk with people on their life's journey.
We all wish life’s journey could be an easy one, but the reality is the path is not always smooth. Life can be filled with uncertainty, conflict, and hard choices. No matter what your age, there are times when life can leave you feeling lost. The good news is that this journey does not have to be faced alone. With a focus on compassion, connection, and what is developmentally appropriate, I can provide support and guidance through these challenges. Whether you are an adult, child, teen, parent, or whole family, I am able to help. I consider it a great privilege to be allowed to walk with people on their life's journey.
Conversations Of Love
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75025 (Online Only)
Life has the unfortunate ability to bring up unsettled emotions, highlight personal deficits, and cause interpersonal rifts. Feeling stuck and highly emotional, sometimes we need insight into our thoughts, emotional, and behavioral responses to life's obstacles.
Life has the unfortunate ability to bring up unsettled emotions, highlight personal deficits, and cause interpersonal rifts. Feeling stuck and highly emotional, sometimes we need insight into our thoughts, emotional, and behavioral responses to life's obstacles.
Journeys Counseling Ministry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75023
Journeys Counseling provides professional psychotherapy, vibrant living coaching, and spiritual direction to the community. Our work is interdenominational, serving clients from many different backgrounds, including those who have little or no religious affiliation. As a Christian organization we believe counseling should address the whole person and be respectful of people’s faith. Individual’s beliefs are both an important part of their lives and a valuable resource when experiencing distress. Counseling should assist in developing those resources further. Often, people lack support systems that help deal with personal problems.
Journeys Counseling provides professional psychotherapy, vibrant living coaching, and spiritual direction to the community. Our work is interdenominational, serving clients from many different backgrounds, including those who have little or no religious affiliation. As a Christian organization we believe counseling should address the whole person and be respectful of people’s faith. Individual’s beliefs are both an important part of their lives and a valuable resource when experiencing distress. Counseling should assist in developing those resources further. Often, people lack support systems that help deal with personal problems.
Faith M. Nouri
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093 (Online Only)
The only person who can change the quality of your life is YOU! Others are fellow travelers. In the over 27 years of my work as a psychotherapist and educator, I have learned, experienced, and walked down the path of healing with hundreds who were able to change the quality of their lives. I am currently an Assistant Clinical Professor of Counseling in SMU’s Counseling Department, training future counselors, My book “So Long Depression” is a result of my experiences with hopes of changing lives. I present internationally on various topics related to mental health, trauma, healing, and Spirituality in psychotherapy.
The only person who can change the quality of your life is YOU! Others are fellow travelers. In the over 27 years of my work as a psychotherapist and educator, I have learned, experienced, and walked down the path of healing with hundreds who were able to change the quality of their lives. I am currently an Assistant Clinical Professor of Counseling in SMU’s Counseling Department, training future counselors, My book “So Long Depression” is a result of my experiences with hopes of changing lives. I present internationally on various topics related to mental health, trauma, healing, and Spirituality in psychotherapy.
Monica Govindarajan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75023
You’re feeling stuck, you're feeling overwhelmed, you're out of options. Readjusting to life after a traumatizing experience makes some aspects of your life feel like they are out of control. When trauma strikes it can feel like you don’t know where to turn. You’re impatient with yourself and are feeling shame and guilt for allowing these emotions to take charge. People you have always relied on for safety, may no longer know what it is you need to get well. You’ve heard “get over it” and you want to, but it's just not that easy. You know what you’re experiencing is real but it’s hard to understand why you’re feeling this way.
You’re feeling stuck, you're feeling overwhelmed, you're out of options. Readjusting to life after a traumatizing experience makes some aspects of your life feel like they are out of control. When trauma strikes it can feel like you don’t know where to turn. You’re impatient with yourself and are feeling shame and guilt for allowing these emotions to take charge. People you have always relied on for safety, may no longer know what it is you need to get well. You’ve heard “get over it” and you want to, but it's just not that easy. You know what you’re experiencing is real but it’s hard to understand why you’re feeling this way.
Ruby Bouie Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Plano, TX 75093
I provide a compassionate therapeutic environment that invites you to explore and to seek solution to resolve those struggles and challenges. I listen to our narrative and your desires in our collaborative process. I offer you a safe and an affirming environment that facilitates and nurtures practical and realistic therapeutic goals. As I empower you, we cope with issues such as addiction, love and relationship problems, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, and infidelity.
I provide a compassionate therapeutic environment that invites you to explore and to seek solution to resolve those struggles and challenges. I listen to our narrative and your desires in our collaborative process. I offer you a safe and an affirming environment that facilitates and nurtures practical and realistic therapeutic goals. As I empower you, we cope with issues such as addiction, love and relationship problems, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, and infidelity.
Brooke McGillewie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75023
If you are reading this, you likely have spent quite some time trying to pick out the "perfect" therapist for you. Finding someone you connect with and feel safe in sharing your life experience with can feel like a daunting task. I hope to be that person for all of the clients I work with. I firmly believe in taking a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to therapy and like to meet my clients where they are at. I also know that each human being is different, and therefore will have different needs in therapy. As such, I like to tailor my care to meet each of those unique needs with an individualized approach.
If you are reading this, you likely have spent quite some time trying to pick out the "perfect" therapist for you. Finding someone you connect with and feel safe in sharing your life experience with can feel like a daunting task. I hope to be that person for all of the clients I work with. I firmly believe in taking a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to therapy and like to meet my clients where they are at. I also know that each human being is different, and therefore will have different needs in therapy. As such, I like to tailor my care to meet each of those unique needs with an individualized approach.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Suffering from depression, anxiety, or the stress build up of daily life? I understand you unconditionally at the point you are at. I will work with you to ensure you have the skills with the use of CBT, modeling, and self efficacy training to conquer life's challenges. My approach is always directed with compassion and genuine empathy. I practice with appropriate conscientiousness to areas of cultural diversity and religious practices. My passion for helping you will serve to strengthen your resolve to meet your goals. Therapy should emphasize hope and a meaningful pathway to managing life as you journey on.
Suffering from depression, anxiety, or the stress build up of daily life? I understand you unconditionally at the point you are at. I will work with you to ensure you have the skills with the use of CBT, modeling, and self efficacy training to conquer life's challenges. My approach is always directed with compassion and genuine empathy. I practice with appropriate conscientiousness to areas of cultural diversity and religious practices. My passion for helping you will serve to strengthen your resolve to meet your goals. Therapy should emphasize hope and a meaningful pathway to managing life as you journey on.
Madee Hayes
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.
Your child has been bullied, feels overwhelmed easily, and has had difficulty making friends. Your teen may be showing signs of anxiety or depression and are having difficulty feeling confident and capable in their world. You as an adult may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed and you just need help making sense of it all.
Sara Ogundipe
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
Sara is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate and has earned a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health. Before joining the team, Sara was a registered behavioral technician within the ABA community working with children, adults, and families. She has an established history of philanthropy, community service, and clinical mental healthcare as she has worked and volunteered with various organizations throughout her years of experience. Sara’s knowledge and compassion provides a safe and effective means to achieve individual aspirations. Sara is accepting new clients, with day, evening, and weekend appointments available.
Sara is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate and has earned a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health. Before joining the team, Sara was a registered behavioral technician within the ABA community working with children, adults, and families. She has an established history of philanthropy, community service, and clinical mental healthcare as she has worked and volunteered with various organizations throughout her years of experience. Sara’s knowledge and compassion provides a safe and effective means to achieve individual aspirations. Sara is accepting new clients, with day, evening, and weekend appointments available.
Cindy G Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
I work with adults 21 years of age and up on a variety of psychological issues. My goal is to partner with my clients in their process of healing, growth and change. I believe in treating the whole person, addressing the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of each person. My therapy approach is cognitive-behavioral, systematic, and insight oriented.
I work with adults 21 years of age and up on a variety of psychological issues. My goal is to partner with my clients in their process of healing, growth and change. I believe in treating the whole person, addressing the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of each person. My therapy approach is cognitive-behavioral, systematic, and insight oriented.
Jennifer Elaine Kepke-Beathard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
Waitlist for new clients
None of us are perfect. We've made some choices that we wish we could change. Everything we do, every choice, is for a good reason. We are here to learn and move forward into a better life for ourselves and those we love. The journey of self-knowledge creates healing, deepens our compassion, and helps us attain our highest purpose. Jennifer uses an integrative approach to help individuals work through narcissistic abuse, mental, physical, emotional, sexual, and psychological abuse; anxiety, depression, relationships, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, parenting, and life goals.
None of us are perfect. We've made some choices that we wish we could change. Everything we do, every choice, is for a good reason. We are here to learn and move forward into a better life for ourselves and those we love. The journey of self-knowledge creates healing, deepens our compassion, and helps us attain our highest purpose. Jennifer uses an integrative approach to help individuals work through narcissistic abuse, mental, physical, emotional, sexual, and psychological abuse; anxiety, depression, relationships, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, women’s issues, life transitions, parenting, and life goals.
Kathy Point
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
I specialize in treating adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I enjoy working alongside couples, helping them navigate challenging life transitions together. With a welcoming and supportive personality, I strive to create an environment where you can feel at ease in my presence. Building a trust-based relationship is paramount to me, and I am committed to earning your trust through our therapeutic journey together. My goal is to empower you with healthy coping strategies and boost your confidence in working through difficult situations.
I specialize in treating adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I enjoy working alongside couples, helping them navigate challenging life transitions together. With a welcoming and supportive personality, I strive to create an environment where you can feel at ease in my presence. Building a trust-based relationship is paramount to me, and I am committed to earning your trust through our therapeutic journey together. My goal is to empower you with healthy coping strategies and boost your confidence in working through difficult situations.
Nicole Rae Grandjean
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Dr. Nicole Rae Grandjean is a neuropsychologist who specializes in the differential diagnosis of psychiatric and neurocognitive disorders. She obtained her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from The University of North Texas in 2004. Dr. Grandjean evaluates people with neurocognitive disorders stemming from traumatic brain injury, toxic exposure, stroke, Parkinson's, and dementia. As a clinical psychologist, she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Her psychotherapy practice focuses on treating PTSD from rape, combat, catastrophic events, assault and childhood sexual/physical abuse.
Dr. Nicole Rae Grandjean is a neuropsychologist who specializes in the differential diagnosis of psychiatric and neurocognitive disorders. She obtained her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from The University of North Texas in 2004. Dr. Grandjean evaluates people with neurocognitive disorders stemming from traumatic brain injury, toxic exposure, stroke, Parkinson's, and dementia. As a clinical psychologist, she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Her psychotherapy practice focuses on treating PTSD from rape, combat, catastrophic events, assault and childhood sexual/physical abuse.
Sarah Caras
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
Before Sarah’s career as a counselor in private practice and crisis centers, she spent 20 years as a paramedic, EMT (local/ internationally), volunteering, and a medical university faculty. She treats clients experiencing stressful events, major life changes, chronic illnesses, traumas and stressors, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, addiction (alcohol/substances), mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenic disorders, suicide ideation, anxiety, depression, minority issues, disabilities, and Alzheimer’s/ geriatrics. Sarah enjoys working with older teens to elder adults, military/ veterans, and first responders.
Before Sarah’s career as a counselor in private practice and crisis centers, she spent 20 years as a paramedic, EMT (local/ internationally), volunteering, and a medical university faculty. She treats clients experiencing stressful events, major life changes, chronic illnesses, traumas and stressors, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, addiction (alcohol/substances), mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenic disorders, suicide ideation, anxiety, depression, minority issues, disabilities, and Alzheimer’s/ geriatrics. Sarah enjoys working with older teens to elder adults, military/ veterans, and first responders.
Emily Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
Do you find yourself engaging in unwanted repetitive behaviors? Are you depressed and consistently anxious, but you’re not sure why? Using a holistic approach, I work with you to understand the source of what brought you to therapy. In addition to identifying and treating symptoms in the short-term, we will work together to find the deeper, root causes for your symptoms, so you can achieve a more permanent freedom instead of simply coping.
Do you find yourself engaging in unwanted repetitive behaviors? Are you depressed and consistently anxious, but you’re not sure why? Using a holistic approach, I work with you to understand the source of what brought you to therapy. In addition to identifying and treating symptoms in the short-term, we will work together to find the deeper, root causes for your symptoms, so you can achieve a more permanent freedom instead of simply coping.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Plano, TX
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Plano, TX who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
73% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Coping Skills |
66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
75% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Plano, TX see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Plano?
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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.