Therapists in Houston, TX

With over 25 years of dedicated service in the mental health field, my journey has been driven by an unwavering passion to support individuals across various life stages. From children to adolescents, young adults to adults, I have committed my career to understanding and addressing the diverse and complex needs of my clients. My experience spans multiple roles, including direct therapy, crisis intervention, and program development, all of which have equipped me with a comprehensive skill set to effectively serve my clients.
With over 25 years of dedicated service in the mental health field, my journey has been driven by an unwavering passion to support individuals across various life stages. From children to adolescents, young adults to adults, I have committed my career to understanding and addressing the diverse and complex needs of my clients. My experience spans multiple roles, including direct therapy, crisis intervention, and program development, all of which have equipped me with a comprehensive skill set to effectively serve my clients.

Jillian Goldman
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples. My clients often have a good idea of what "better" would look and feel like, so we work together to make small changes toward that vision. Sometimes, feeling better means processing difficult experiences. Sometimes, it means repairing relationships. Sometimes, feeling better involves cultivating self-compassion and quieting the critic inside. My goal is always to help my clients focus on what they know is important and offer support while they work to make change.
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples. My clients often have a good idea of what "better" would look and feel like, so we work together to make small changes toward that vision. Sometimes, feeling better means processing difficult experiences. Sometimes, it means repairing relationships. Sometimes, feeling better involves cultivating self-compassion and quieting the critic inside. My goal is always to help my clients focus on what they know is important and offer support while they work to make change.

Hey there! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dedicated to helping people grow in the areas they struggle with most. Do you feel like life is suddenly spiraling out of control? If so, you’re in the right place.
Hey there! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dedicated to helping people grow in the areas they struggle with most. Do you feel like life is suddenly spiraling out of control? If so, you’re in the right place.

Samar Ansari
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
I am a licensed professional counselor with advanced training in play therapy and marriage and family counseling. I have worked with kids, youth, teens, families, and couples with all types of backgrounds and various concerns. Some of my work experiences include working with individuals with anxiety, depression, domestic abuse, career-related concerns, parenting issues, and relationship challenges.
I am a licensed professional counselor with advanced training in play therapy and marriage and family counseling. I have worked with kids, youth, teens, families, and couples with all types of backgrounds and various concerns. Some of my work experiences include working with individuals with anxiety, depression, domestic abuse, career-related concerns, parenting issues, and relationship challenges.

Se habla español también. . Do you have low self esteem? Do you wish you could be at peace instead of worried or down most days? Are breakups extremely difficult for you? My name is Brenda, and I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor. First, let me congratulate you for making the decision to make your mental health a priority; there is much strength in that alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can share and increase your awareness to find emotional freedom and unlock the power that is within you.
Se habla español también. . Do you have low self esteem? Do you wish you could be at peace instead of worried or down most days? Are breakups extremely difficult for you? My name is Brenda, and I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor. First, let me congratulate you for making the decision to make your mental health a priority; there is much strength in that alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can share and increase your awareness to find emotional freedom and unlock the power that is within you.

Chavon Cecily Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal client is anyone who is struggling to find peace within their own mental health. The client may have issues of grief, past betrayals, or major life changes. The client only wants to come to a place of acceptance with the things that have happened in their life. They want to be validated in the knowledge that their experience and feelings are real. They also want help in moving past their current place and reaching their goals. They want to be at a state of inner peace. When this is not possible they want the skills to be able to cope.
My ideal client is anyone who is struggling to find peace within their own mental health. The client may have issues of grief, past betrayals, or major life changes. The client only wants to come to a place of acceptance with the things that have happened in their life. They want to be validated in the knowledge that their experience and feelings are real. They also want help in moving past their current place and reaching their goals. They want to be at a state of inner peace. When this is not possible they want the skills to be able to cope.

At Bloom Professional Counseling, I work with individuals, families, and couples to assist them in increasing their understanding and support in overcoming challenges. I have a passion for working with teens (15+) and adults who are living with one or more following issues: depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, conflict, life transitions, women’s issues, OCD, and PTSD. My primary focus is creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment to process problems and create solutions while tuning in to individuals' strength, resiliency, and direction for positive change.
At Bloom Professional Counseling, I work with individuals, families, and couples to assist them in increasing their understanding and support in overcoming challenges. I have a passion for working with teens (15+) and adults who are living with one or more following issues: depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, conflict, life transitions, women’s issues, OCD, and PTSD. My primary focus is creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment to process problems and create solutions while tuning in to individuals' strength, resiliency, and direction for positive change.

Are you feeling stressed, anxious, lonely, or lost? Are you dealing with personal struggles that seem to be out of your control? If so, now is the time to take action.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, lonely, or lost? Are you dealing with personal struggles that seem to be out of your control? If so, now is the time to take action.

It is a great honor to walk beside you on this journey. As your therapist, I accept you as you are and not as you should be. Although I believe that therapy is a self healing process , I am here to hold space for you and provide tools to assist you as you navigate your life experience.
It is a great honor to walk beside you on this journey. As your therapist, I accept you as you are and not as you should be. Although I believe that therapy is a self healing process , I am here to hold space for you and provide tools to assist you as you navigate your life experience.

Amanda Paige Rang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Amanda has helped clients with a variety of issues and specialized in working with adolescents and women in building self-confidence, discovering and embracing their identity, and creating a purposeful, whole-hearted life.
Amanda has helped clients with a variety of issues and specialized in working with adolescents and women in building self-confidence, discovering and embracing their identity, and creating a purposeful, whole-hearted life.

Everyone should have accessible mental health services in order to maintain their overall well-being. As a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor, my work primarily consists of working with those who have experienced sexual abuse, domestic violence, trauma, grief, depression/anxiety, and other life transitions. My work centers specifically with women and young adults. As a first generation Latina I can understand the struggles and anxieties that can come about when seeking mental health services.
Everyone should have accessible mental health services in order to maintain their overall well-being. As a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor, my work primarily consists of working with those who have experienced sexual abuse, domestic violence, trauma, grief, depression/anxiety, and other life transitions. My work centers specifically with women and young adults. As a first generation Latina I can understand the struggles and anxieties that can come about when seeking mental health services.
Meet Our Therapists

Jia M. LeBlanc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSC, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
Life often presents many challenges that can leave people feeling unequipped to cope. As a result, some feel they are only surviving instead of thriving. The good news is this does not have to be the case. If you'd like help making that transition, I may be of service to you. I have over a decade of experience in the area of counseling. I help people work through grief, depression, anxiety, symptoms of bipolar disorder, relationship issues & anger management, among other areas of concern.
Life often presents many challenges that can leave people feeling unequipped to cope. As a result, some feel they are only surviving instead of thriving. The good news is this does not have to be the case. If you'd like help making that transition, I may be of service to you. I have over a decade of experience in the area of counseling. I help people work through grief, depression, anxiety, symptoms of bipolar disorder, relationship issues & anger management, among other areas of concern.

Tabitha Hendricks is a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. Tabitha has two years of experience specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy, she is dedicated to providing a supportive and collaborative environment for my clients.
Tabitha Hendricks is a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. Tabitha has two years of experience specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy, she is dedicated to providing a supportive and collaborative environment for my clients.

Taking the first step toward seeking capable and compassionate mental health help takes courage! It may be one of the most important decisions when experiencing emotional distress of crisis. Terry brings clarity and knowledge to the counseling experience. She is committed in helping clients find hope, healing and stability in a world of overwhelming complexity and unintended stressful life events. Her clinical experience includes working in hospital settings treating a wide variety of mental issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and substance dependence. Other areas of practice include grief and teen issues.
Taking the first step toward seeking capable and compassionate mental health help takes courage! It may be one of the most important decisions when experiencing emotional distress of crisis. Terry brings clarity and knowledge to the counseling experience. She is committed in helping clients find hope, healing and stability in a world of overwhelming complexity and unintended stressful life events. Her clinical experience includes working in hospital settings treating a wide variety of mental issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and substance dependence. Other areas of practice include grief and teen issues.

My mission as a counselor is to help my clients confront and address their struggles concerning substance use and other related issues. Along with that is helping them create a recovering lifestyle that they can be proud of. I serve those that struggle with an addiction and have the readiness to work through the issues addiction brings and promote self-improvement in their life of recovery.
My mission as a counselor is to help my clients confront and address their struggles concerning substance use and other related issues. Along with that is helping them create a recovering lifestyle that they can be proud of. I serve those that struggle with an addiction and have the readiness to work through the issues addiction brings and promote self-improvement in their life of recovery.

John Najera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Making changes in life can be difficult. Regaining your balance after the shock and impact of trauma, grief and loss can be overwhelming and feel as if nothing will get better. Relationships are important to you, yet sometimes bring on difficult feelings. Life after recovering from substance use can be challenging to navigate and can feel strange. You’ve taken the first step by reaching out. The good news is that you don't have to do it alone.
Making changes in life can be difficult. Regaining your balance after the shock and impact of trauma, grief and loss can be overwhelming and feel as if nothing will get better. Relationships are important to you, yet sometimes bring on difficult feelings. Life after recovering from substance use can be challenging to navigate and can feel strange. You’ve taken the first step by reaching out. The good news is that you don't have to do it alone.

Counseling Services by Sam Garcia, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77075
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Addiction Specialist with over 25 years of experience in addiction recovery and mental health counseling. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma-informed care, I help clients navigate challenges and build resilience. As a bilingual provider (English/Spanish), I offer accessible care to diverse clients, including those more comfortable communicating in Spanish. I also support individuals with special needs, including Autism, Spina Bifida, and Down Syndrome, who can engage in therapy. Also, LGBTQ+ Affirming
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Addiction Specialist with over 25 years of experience in addiction recovery and mental health counseling. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma-informed care, I help clients navigate challenges and build resilience. As a bilingual provider (English/Spanish), I offer accessible care to diverse clients, including those more comfortable communicating in Spanish. I also support individuals with special needs, including Autism, Spina Bifida, and Down Syndrome, who can engage in therapy. Also, LGBTQ+ Affirming

I was purposed for social work. Therefore it's more of a CALLING than a job. Lastly, I am passionate about the work that I do and have a motto by which I live. If I can help somebody as I pass along, then my living shall not be in vain.
I was purposed for social work. Therefore it's more of a CALLING than a job. Lastly, I am passionate about the work that I do and have a motto by which I live. If I can help somebody as I pass along, then my living shall not be in vain.

As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), strengths-based therapy, and psychotherapy. My passion lies in working with African American children aged 10 and up, as well as adolescents and adults, both individually and within family settings. I understand that life’s challenges can be overwhelming, and I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to work through these stressors with support and guidance.
As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), strengths-based therapy, and psychotherapy. My passion lies in working with African American children aged 10 and up, as well as adolescents and adults, both individually and within family settings. I understand that life’s challenges can be overwhelming, and I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to work through these stressors with support and guidance.

Teresa Antoinette Fuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LPHA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My sessions allow individuals to connect deeply with their inner selves, uncovering underlying beliefs and emotions that shape their experiences. By addressing both psychological and spiritual aspects, clients can find profound insights, transformative healing, clarity, and personal growth. I create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your inner self, confront challenges, and cultivate resilience. In a confidential and empathetic setting, you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Aimed at empowering you to embrace your unique journey with compassion and understanding.
My sessions allow individuals to connect deeply with their inner selves, uncovering underlying beliefs and emotions that shape their experiences. By addressing both psychological and spiritual aspects, clients can find profound insights, transformative healing, clarity, and personal growth. I create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your inner self, confront challenges, and cultivate resilience. In a confidential and empathetic setting, you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Aimed at empowering you to embrace your unique journey with compassion and understanding.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Houston, TX
3,000+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Houston, TX who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
72% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
66% | Relationship Issues |
64% | Stress |
63% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | Aetna |
84% | Cigna and Evernorth |
75% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Houston, TX see their clients
53% | Online Only | |
47% | In Person and Online |
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.