Therapists in Houston, TX
Shelley McCaul-Parent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
Is your past negatively impacting your life, or holding you back from what you really want? I specialize in trauma healing, overcoming the effects of toxic relationships, and teaching effective methods for coping with triggers, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I’d love to work with you on rediscovering your joy, peace, and passion. I provide a nonjudgmental and relaxing atmosphere allowing clients to safely explore thoughts and feelings, to work through their baggage, and create the life they want.
Is your past negatively impacting your life, or holding you back from what you really want? I specialize in trauma healing, overcoming the effects of toxic relationships, and teaching effective methods for coping with triggers, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I’d love to work with you on rediscovering your joy, peace, and passion. I provide a nonjudgmental and relaxing atmosphere allowing clients to safely explore thoughts and feelings, to work through their baggage, and create the life they want.
Hope Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
I specialize in RODBT treatment. Do you find it hard to relax or turn off your mind? Or maybe you are normally high achiever and feel like your goals have taken a nose dive lately? Possibly you feel lonely and like no one really gets you?
I specialize in RODBT treatment. Do you find it hard to relax or turn off your mind? Or maybe you are normally high achiever and feel like your goals have taken a nose dive lately? Possibly you feel lonely and like no one really gets you?
Laura Stark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77064 (Online Only)
Laura Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and National Certified Counselor with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has over 10 years of clinical experience providing care for adolescents and adults in residential treatment centers and hospitalization programs. Laura also spent 5 years as a special education teacher and program coordinator for emotionally challenged students. She has an interest in mood, anxiety/panic disorders, ADHD, late-diagnosed ADHD, OCD, adjustments to life changes, Tourette Syndrome, and neurodiversity.
Laura Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and National Certified Counselor with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has over 10 years of clinical experience providing care for adolescents and adults in residential treatment centers and hospitalization programs. Laura also spent 5 years as a special education teacher and program coordinator for emotionally challenged students. She has an interest in mood, anxiety/panic disorders, ADHD, late-diagnosed ADHD, OCD, adjustments to life changes, Tourette Syndrome, and neurodiversity.
Mary Thomson
MA, LPC, ASDCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77070
Life is filled with plenty of obstacles, and you do not have to encounter these obstacles alone. I strive to create a trusting relationship with all clients and believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am passionate about helping people create and achieve their goals. I believe early therapeutic intervention is crucial in order to equip individuals with the tools to overcome life's obstacles. My areas of focus include treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and peer relationships.
Life is filled with plenty of obstacles, and you do not have to encounter these obstacles alone. I strive to create a trusting relationship with all clients and believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am passionate about helping people create and achieve their goals. I believe early therapeutic intervention is crucial in order to equip individuals with the tools to overcome life's obstacles. My areas of focus include treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and peer relationships.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77009
You are ready to have some joy in your life and feel more connected in your relationships? Imagine being able to worry less and stay calm during times of stress. Learn tools you can use everyday to manage stress and handle difficult situations. It’s time to focus on you; to learn to understand yourself better, feel happier and more peaceful.
You are ready to have some joy in your life and feel more connected in your relationships? Imagine being able to worry less and stay calm during times of stress. Learn tools you can use everyday to manage stress and handle difficult situations. It’s time to focus on you; to learn to understand yourself better, feel happier and more peaceful.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Certified EFT Couples Therapist and psychologist specializing in working with individuals and couples who are going through difficult life struggles: If you are feeling depressed, struggling in your marriage or relationship, or have lost your sense of purpose, I can help you re-find meaning and regain your effectiveness. I help people work through wounds from their past that have impacted their self-esteem, and help them resolve relationship issues that are weighing them down. Together we will help you get to the root of your problems and find the inner resources that will get you unstuck!
Certified EFT Couples Therapist and psychologist specializing in working with individuals and couples who are going through difficult life struggles: If you are feeling depressed, struggling in your marriage or relationship, or have lost your sense of purpose, I can help you re-find meaning and regain your effectiveness. I help people work through wounds from their past that have impacted their self-esteem, and help them resolve relationship issues that are weighing them down. Together we will help you get to the root of your problems and find the inner resources that will get you unstuck!
Ryan Warner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Hi there. My name is Ryan Warner. I am passionate about working with diverse individuals who want to find more fulfillment and purpose in their life. My ideal client may struggle with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship, work, and/or stress-related issues.
Hi there. My name is Ryan Warner. I am passionate about working with diverse individuals who want to find more fulfillment and purpose in their life. My ideal client may struggle with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship, work, and/or stress-related issues.
Coleen Louise Owens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77063
LIFE can be difficult at times...and finding the right partner for your therapy & self care is important. There are many ways to address problems and concerns. Let's work together to help you enjoy a happier and healthier life, and increase your life satisfaction! If you are ready to grow, create change, and gain insight, I'm here for you.
LIFE can be difficult at times...and finding the right partner for your therapy & self care is important. There are many ways to address problems and concerns. Let's work together to help you enjoy a happier and healthier life, and increase your life satisfaction! If you are ready to grow, create change, and gain insight, I'm here for you.
Sheralyn Littles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
Are you facing a life transition such as a career change, heading off to college, recent divorce or break up ? Do you feel less enjoyment in your life? Or, are relationship challenges limiting you? Life is filled with so many ups and downs. You may feel you have little control of what is happening. Let us explore what you want to work towards and what is getting in the way. If you want to make progress, find practical solutions, and see measurable change, I may be a good fit for you. I will meet you where you are and draw on a variety of treatment approaches to help you succeed.
Are you facing a life transition such as a career change, heading off to college, recent divorce or break up ? Do you feel less enjoyment in your life? Or, are relationship challenges limiting you? Life is filled with so many ups and downs. You may feel you have little control of what is happening. Let us explore what you want to work towards and what is getting in the way. If you want to make progress, find practical solutions, and see measurable change, I may be a good fit for you. I will meet you where you are and draw on a variety of treatment approaches to help you succeed.
Allia Soulliaa Foley
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006 (Online Only)
Seeking to support clients on their personal wholeness journeys. Whether you are experiencing grief/loss, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, relational distress, family system break-down, identity query, burn-out, addiction, spiritual turmoil and things in between; there is intergenerational space for you here.
Seeking to support clients on their personal wholeness journeys. Whether you are experiencing grief/loss, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, relational distress, family system break-down, identity query, burn-out, addiction, spiritual turmoil and things in between; there is intergenerational space for you here.
Alexandra Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77007
Alexandra Johnson is a compassionate and patient Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) based in Houston, Texas, dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and children of all ages on their journey towards healing and growth. With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of North Texas and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University, Alexandra brings a wealth of knowledge and empathy to her practice.
Alexandra Johnson is a compassionate and patient Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) based in Houston, Texas, dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and children of all ages on their journey towards healing and growth. With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of North Texas and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University, Alexandra brings a wealth of knowledge and empathy to her practice.
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Ellie Chaikind
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMF, T
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77024
Ms. Chaikind is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) as well as an LMFT a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) in the state of Texas.
She has over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, with special emphasis on depression, anger, couples counseling, eating disorders and life transitions such as job change, grief, marriage, and divorce.
Ellie has an emphasis on counseling those whose eating disorders rule their lives. She is also a grandmother who will happily counsel children over the age of 9.
Ms. Chaikind is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) as well as an LMFT a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) in the state of Texas.
She has over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, with special emphasis on depression, anger, couples counseling, eating disorders and life transitions such as job change, grief, marriage, and divorce.
Ellie has an emphasis on counseling those whose eating disorders rule their lives. She is also a grandmother who will happily counsel children over the age of 9.
Sarah Stoune-Jensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
I believe that no matter what your current challenges are, you are the ultimate expert on your life. What I enjoy most is working with clients who are ready and willing to dive deeply into their lives and clear out all that no longer serves them. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment in which you can relax and feel fully supported.
I believe that no matter what your current challenges are, you are the ultimate expert on your life. What I enjoy most is working with clients who are ready and willing to dive deeply into their lives and clear out all that no longer serves them. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment in which you can relax and feel fully supported.
Rama G Gerig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, FSW, SEP, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77098
Waitlist for new clients
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan tailored for your needs. I promise to be there for you every possible step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan tailored for your needs. I promise to be there for you every possible step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Mindful Solutions Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC, LSSP, NCSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
Feeling stressed? Important transitions? Grief? Let me assist you on the journey of exploring the possibilities in your present situation. Life can be very difficult to navigate with everyday challenges in addition to daily personal struggles in our lives. I believe in the value of each person to make positive changes in their life and the lives of others. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you!
Feeling stressed? Important transitions? Grief? Let me assist you on the journey of exploring the possibilities in your present situation. Life can be very difficult to navigate with everyday challenges in addition to daily personal struggles in our lives. I believe in the value of each person to make positive changes in their life and the lives of others. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you!
Ossenia Jeff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77042
Associated with Greater Houston Psychiatric Associates, PLLC. My treatment method involves helping you gain insight, take action, make changes, and accept if change is not possible. I will help manage your struggle with mental illness and will help you through the normal stressors that often accompany transitions in life. The hurt you feel after a separation. The emptiness you feel when your children leave home. The grief you feel from the loss of a loved one. The stress from the unbearable work demands. Whatever the cause, I help with the skills needed to either change the situation and/or the way you think about it.
Associated with Greater Houston Psychiatric Associates, PLLC. My treatment method involves helping you gain insight, take action, make changes, and accept if change is not possible. I will help manage your struggle with mental illness and will help you through the normal stressors that often accompany transitions in life. The hurt you feel after a separation. The emptiness you feel when your children leave home. The grief you feel from the loss of a loved one. The stress from the unbearable work demands. Whatever the cause, I help with the skills needed to either change the situation and/or the way you think about it.
Laura Cintron Escobar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CSC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77095
Hello! My name is Laura Cintron Escobar. I'm a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor and LPC-Supervisor in the Houston/Cypress/Katy area. I'm passionate about empowering others & love helping adults & children who struggle with the pressures/demands of today's society. If you are experiencing anxiety, high stress, depression, grief or relational issues, know that I'm someone that wants to work by your side. I'm eager to become your partner in the self-discovery journey. I focus on creating a supportive atmosphere to help foster the therapeutic relationship in order for you to reach your goal.
Hello! My name is Laura Cintron Escobar. I'm a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor and LPC-Supervisor in the Houston/Cypress/Katy area. I'm passionate about empowering others & love helping adults & children who struggle with the pressures/demands of today's society. If you are experiencing anxiety, high stress, depression, grief or relational issues, know that I'm someone that wants to work by your side. I'm eager to become your partner in the self-discovery journey. I focus on creating a supportive atmosphere to help foster the therapeutic relationship in order for you to reach your goal.
Robyn Reyna
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084
Great parents and great teachers struggle every day feeling like they can't help their kids figure out how to behave and survive their everyday life. They spend day after day fighting, yelling and being exhausted, and having nothing change. Their kids have dysregulated bodies that make them anxious, hyperactive, and sometimes even aggressive. My goal is to help these kids learn to calm and control their body and to help their adults to support them in doing this. I specialize in supporting kids with dysregulation disorders such as autism, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorder, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, and trauma.
Great parents and great teachers struggle every day feeling like they can't help their kids figure out how to behave and survive their everyday life. They spend day after day fighting, yelling and being exhausted, and having nothing change. Their kids have dysregulated bodies that make them anxious, hyperactive, and sometimes even aggressive. My goal is to help these kids learn to calm and control their body and to help their adults to support them in doing this. I specialize in supporting kids with dysregulation disorders such as autism, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorder, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, and trauma.
Erika F Sosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77082 (Online Only)
Authentic change begins from within and over time manifest outwardly. The right help can make all the difference in the process. I want to assist you in that journey. I am a Latinx therapist, bilingual in Spanish and English. My areas of expertise include childhood trauma resolution, addiction issues, racial and cultural identity challenges for minorities including LGBTQ clients. My therapy embraces a warm, empathic and experiential approach to personal growth. I want to help you create a rich and meaningful life, while increasing psychological flexibility through living a valued life.
Authentic change begins from within and over time manifest outwardly. The right help can make all the difference in the process. I want to assist you in that journey. I am a Latinx therapist, bilingual in Spanish and English. My areas of expertise include childhood trauma resolution, addiction issues, racial and cultural identity challenges for minorities including LGBTQ clients. My therapy embraces a warm, empathic and experiential approach to personal growth. I want to help you create a rich and meaningful life, while increasing psychological flexibility through living a valued life.
Deyanira G. Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084
Waitlist for new clients
In a safe and supportive atmosphere I strive to listen to the needs of each of my clients. I use a variety of methods and techniques to meet the needs of each client. My goal is to help clients achieve success in their lives by providing tools for coping with their current situations.
In a safe and supportive atmosphere I strive to listen to the needs of each of my clients. I use a variety of methods and techniques to meet the needs of each client. My goal is to help clients achieve success in their lives by providing tools for coping with their current situations.
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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.