Therapists in Houston, TX
Staci Mullinax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77084
Not accepting new clients
I have been licensed since 1999. My practice focus is in treatment of depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma resolution, and grief counseling. I currently see ages 18 and up. I offer EMDR as a treatment modality for trauma/PTSD. Many of my clients are Christians seeking a faith based approach, and I see people of diverse backgrounds.
I have been licensed since 1999. My practice focus is in treatment of depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma resolution, and grief counseling. I currently see ages 18 and up. I offer EMDR as a treatment modality for trauma/PTSD. Many of my clients are Christians seeking a faith based approach, and I see people of diverse backgrounds.
Oasis of Life Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CART, CTMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77069
My name is Kenisha Graves-Drayton, LPC, CART, CTMH, CCTP the owner of Oasis of Life Counseling. Here, you may explore coping skills and learn how to overcome life challenges from all walks of life. I have openings for tele-therapy (video) and would be honored to support you during this time of uncertainty. I am a phone call away. I am still accepting new clients and video sessions via Zoom for clients who are social distancing or quarantined.
My name is Kenisha Graves-Drayton, LPC, CART, CTMH, CCTP the owner of Oasis of Life Counseling. Here, you may explore coping skills and learn how to overcome life challenges from all walks of life. I have openings for tele-therapy (video) and would be honored to support you during this time of uncertainty. I am a phone call away. I am still accepting new clients and video sessions via Zoom for clients who are social distancing or quarantined.
Flor Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
Hi there, I'm Flor! My name is Flor Moreno, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rio Grande City, Texas, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, work issues, or a variety of other concerns by using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other modalities. I have worked with school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric clients. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for people who are dealing with challenges of life and communication issues.
Hi there, I'm Flor! My name is Flor Moreno, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rio Grande City, Texas, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, family issues, work issues, or a variety of other concerns by using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other modalities. I have worked with school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatric clients. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for people who are dealing with challenges of life and communication issues.
Michael Kouba
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77055
Nobody has this human thing figured out. We are all messy. The goal is direction more than perfection. Being an avid outdoor enthusiast and a two-time Ironman finisher, the process of the journey is 90% mental and 10% skill. Adapt. Overcome. Achieve.
Nobody has this human thing figured out. We are all messy. The goal is direction more than perfection. Being an avid outdoor enthusiast and a two-time Ironman finisher, the process of the journey is 90% mental and 10% skill. Adapt. Overcome. Achieve.
Monica Ann Avalos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77018
Feeling better can mean different things for different people. For some, it may mean learning how to live with or without someone or something…whether it be a person, a pet, or something sentimental. For others, it might mean a time in their life of learning how to live in the present while navigating the path forward to learning how best to honor or understand their past. At times, we all feel wounded or slighted by life. It is the path we choose that can either mend those wounds to help us heal or harbor wounds that eventually harm us. Through the path of counseling, we can learn to lead a more purposeful and healthier lifestyle.
Feeling better can mean different things for different people. For some, it may mean learning how to live with or without someone or something…whether it be a person, a pet, or something sentimental. For others, it might mean a time in their life of learning how to live in the present while navigating the path forward to learning how best to honor or understand their past. At times, we all feel wounded or slighted by life. It is the path we choose that can either mend those wounds to help us heal or harbor wounds that eventually harm us. Through the path of counseling, we can learn to lead a more purposeful and healthier lifestyle.
Dr. Chelsie N Sargent
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025
Oftentimes, "counseling" has a negative connotation - counseling is for people who have something "wrong" with them, or it's for people too weak to handle their problems on their own. I don't buy that. We live in a hurried and difficult world. Pain and confusion seem to shadow us wherever we go. Sometimes our relationships slip. Sometimes we find ourselves puzzled about meaning and purpose. Sometimes we just need someone to help us make healthy choices. In my office here in Houston, you'll find therapy is confidential, safe, and solution-oriented.
Oftentimes, "counseling" has a negative connotation - counseling is for people who have something "wrong" with them, or it's for people too weak to handle their problems on their own. I don't buy that. We live in a hurried and difficult world. Pain and confusion seem to shadow us wherever we go. Sometimes our relationships slip. Sometimes we find ourselves puzzled about meaning and purpose. Sometimes we just need someone to help us make healthy choices. In my office here in Houston, you'll find therapy is confidential, safe, and solution-oriented.
Aimee Burke Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
Aimee Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who wants everyone who walks into her office to know that they are in a safe, accepting, and engaging space. She has had the privilege of counseling and working with children and families for over 20 years and knows that navigating the tween, teen and young adult years can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. As a counselor, and mother of two, Aimee wants to normalize the need for counseling and support for teenagers and their families.
Aimee Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who wants everyone who walks into her office to know that they are in a safe, accepting, and engaging space. She has had the privilege of counseling and working with children and families for over 20 years and knows that navigating the tween, teen and young adult years can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. As a counselor, and mother of two, Aimee wants to normalize the need for counseling and support for teenagers and their families.
Myron Howard Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
I have spent the past 40 years evaluating and treating children and adults with ADHD symptoms. I believe that with the correct assessment and treatment children and families can have a better and happier life. At this time I am only accepting new patients who are seeking a comprehensive evaluation. No custody or forensic evaluations. No insurance.
I have spent the past 40 years evaluating and treating children and adults with ADHD symptoms. I believe that with the correct assessment and treatment children and families can have a better and happier life. At this time I am only accepting new patients who are seeking a comprehensive evaluation. No custody or forensic evaluations. No insurance.
Beverly Bontrager
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
Everyone at times experiences negative emotions such as sadness, anger or anxiety, but when these emotions become constant companions it is often a sign that something has gone awry. By the time we come to psychotherapy, the task of altering these emotions may feel difficult or impossible to navigate alone. As a psychoanalytic/psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how your early relationships impact your relationships, personality, perceptions and coping mechanisms. Through the therapeutic process, I aim to help my clients gain insight, learn new ways of relating and implement change in order to heal, grow and flourish.
Everyone at times experiences negative emotions such as sadness, anger or anxiety, but when these emotions become constant companions it is often a sign that something has gone awry. By the time we come to psychotherapy, the task of altering these emotions may feel difficult or impossible to navigate alone. As a psychoanalytic/psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how your early relationships impact your relationships, personality, perceptions and coping mechanisms. Through the therapeutic process, I aim to help my clients gain insight, learn new ways of relating and implement change in order to heal, grow and flourish.
Khadesia Symone Nedd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058 (Online Only)
Depressed, anxious, isolated, and neuro diverse individuals often struggle to find themselves and need a therapist to help guide them. As people, we have a wide range of emotions waiting to be recognized, accepted, investigated, and nurtured. This is even more true for people going through adolescence in this modern era.
Depressed, anxious, isolated, and neuro diverse individuals often struggle to find themselves and need a therapist to help guide them. As people, we have a wide range of emotions waiting to be recognized, accepted, investigated, and nurtured. This is even more true for people going through adolescence in this modern era.
Lucero Gonzalez Franco Haghenbeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77025 (Online Only)
Women's Reproductive Mental Health deserves special care. There is more to it than just conception and pregnancy. We also face other challenges during our reproductive lifespan that may affect our mental health. If you are struggling with: Hormonal imbalances, Infertility , Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders "PMADs" (previously called Postpartum Depression), Birth trauma, Pregnancy loss, Infant loss, adjusting to motherhood, NICU stay, Peri-menopause , or Menopause . You don't need to go through this alone. You deserve special care!
Women's Reproductive Mental Health deserves special care. There is more to it than just conception and pregnancy. We also face other challenges during our reproductive lifespan that may affect our mental health. If you are struggling with: Hormonal imbalances, Infertility , Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders "PMADs" (previously called Postpartum Depression), Birth trauma, Pregnancy loss, Infant loss, adjusting to motherhood, NICU stay, Peri-menopause , or Menopause . You don't need to go through this alone. You deserve special care!
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Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the expectations and pressures of life? Do you feel lost or riddled with overthinking, which causes you to be unproductive and emotionally vulnerable? I understand when life feels routinely intrusive, it is hard to know what to do next: contact me. I offer you a safe space to be heard, validated, encouraged, and challenged.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the expectations and pressures of life? Do you feel lost or riddled with overthinking, which causes you to be unproductive and emotionally vulnerable? I understand when life feels routinely intrusive, it is hard to know what to do next: contact me. I offer you a safe space to be heard, validated, encouraged, and challenged.
Brandi Hobratschk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77098
When we're struggling to make sense of what's going on inside us, around us or between us and the people in our lives, trying to do it alone can feel incredibly isolating. In isolation, our struggle often grows, and despite our deepest wishes, best intentions and most exhaustive efforts, we can end up stuck. Our minds may race, cloud or slow to a halt. Our bodies can end up giving us intense reactive signals or totally shutting down. Knowing what to do next or how to make the changes we want can feel puzzling. There is help, hope and tremendous power in working together & putting two brains to the task.
When we're struggling to make sense of what's going on inside us, around us or between us and the people in our lives, trying to do it alone can feel incredibly isolating. In isolation, our struggle often grows, and despite our deepest wishes, best intentions and most exhaustive efforts, we can end up stuck. Our minds may race, cloud or slow to a halt. Our bodies can end up giving us intense reactive signals or totally shutting down. Knowing what to do next or how to make the changes we want can feel puzzling. There is help, hope and tremendous power in working together & putting two brains to the task.
Online Virtual Therapy With Ranya Marjieh
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
Santhi Periasamy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
Therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. Therapy can help us identify our strengths and personal successes, and help to explore our areas of growth. I work to provide a trusting, warm, open, and supportive relationship for my clients. Understanding our past and our current life patterns fosters internal growth, so we can understand ourselves on a deeper level, create emotional well-being, and move towards contentment with ourselves and our lives. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between the client and the therapist, and is based on trust, and respect.
Therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. Therapy can help us identify our strengths and personal successes, and help to explore our areas of growth. I work to provide a trusting, warm, open, and supportive relationship for my clients. Understanding our past and our current life patterns fosters internal growth, so we can understand ourselves on a deeper level, create emotional well-being, and move towards contentment with ourselves and our lives. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between the client and the therapist, and is based on trust, and respect.
Corina Cantu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Are you yearning for a balanced lifestyle? Whether you are a career person or not, I encourage both men and women to strengthen their mind, body, and spirit through conversations and coping strategies. I speak both English and Spanish. I am an LPC who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is an evidence-based technique that challenges and changes maladaptive cognitive distortions and behaviors which have negatively impacted your life.
Are you yearning for a balanced lifestyle? Whether you are a career person or not, I encourage both men and women to strengthen their mind, body, and spirit through conversations and coping strategies. I speak both English and Spanish. I am an LPC who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is an evidence-based technique that challenges and changes maladaptive cognitive distortions and behaviors which have negatively impacted your life.
Heather Akers
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
I enjoy working with clients that come as they are; whether that be a client who needs assistance with accountability while pursuing their goals or if a client is interested in exploring and beginning their journey in therapy. It is always a pleasure joining a client in their journey.
I enjoy working with clients that come as they are; whether that be a client who needs assistance with accountability while pursuing their goals or if a client is interested in exploring and beginning their journey in therapy. It is always a pleasure joining a client in their journey.
Dr. Darius B Dawson
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006 (Online Only)
As professionals, we have to balance a bevy of demands. I seek to coach, assist, and collaborate with you in navigating the barriers that prevent you from living a peaceful, productive, and aware life. I enjoy working with adults from all racial/ethnic backgrounds and gender identities.
As professionals, we have to balance a bevy of demands. I seek to coach, assist, and collaborate with you in navigating the barriers that prevent you from living a peaceful, productive, and aware life. I enjoy working with adults from all racial/ethnic backgrounds and gender identities.
Katy Jewell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Katy. Do you find yourself worried, fearful or depressed? Have you experienced a traumatic event that you can't seem to deal with on your own? Trauma affects everyone differently but there is hope that it does not have to negatively impact you forever! I help kids, teens and adults manage anxiety, depression and trauma. Together we can get to the root of the issues that interfere with your life.
Hi there, I'm Katy. Do you find yourself worried, fearful or depressed? Have you experienced a traumatic event that you can't seem to deal with on your own? Trauma affects everyone differently but there is hope that it does not have to negatively impact you forever! I help kids, teens and adults manage anxiety, depression and trauma. Together we can get to the root of the issues that interfere with your life.
Melissa S Gates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77004 (Online Only)
As a therapist specializing in a variety of mental health symptoms (depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, etc.). I offer a warm and nonjudgmental approach to support you on your journey towards mental well-being. With a compassionate ear and evidence-based techniques, I strive to create a safe space to navigate life's challenges. Together, we'll explore effective coping strategies tailored to your unique needs, helping you build resilience and regain a sense of balance and fulfillment in your life. My goal is to help you discover your inner strengths and develop the tools to overcome obstacles, fostering growth and healing.
As a therapist specializing in a variety of mental health symptoms (depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, etc.). I offer a warm and nonjudgmental approach to support you on your journey towards mental well-being. With a compassionate ear and evidence-based techniques, I strive to create a safe space to navigate life's challenges. Together, we'll explore effective coping strategies tailored to your unique needs, helping you build resilience and regain a sense of balance and fulfillment in your life. My goal is to help you discover your inner strengths and develop the tools to overcome obstacles, fostering growth and healing.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Houston, TX
3,000+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Houston, TX who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
68% | Relationship Issues |
66% | Stress |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
85% | Aetna |
80% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
79% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Houston, TX see their clients
55% | In Person and Online | |
45% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Houston?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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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.