In Person Therapists in Plano, TX
Are trauma, anxiety, grief, or overwhelming expectations leaving you emotionally exhausted? I’m Ruby Pappachen, a Licensed Professional Counselor providing trauma-informed Christian counseling for adults and couples in DFW. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, cultural identity struggles, and relationship challenges using compassionate, whole-person care. I have a multi-cultural perspective since I come from an Indian American background. My approach integrates faith, EMDR, attachment-based therapy, and evidence-based trauma counseling to help you process pain, strengthen relationships, and move toward healing.
Are trauma, anxiety, grief, or overwhelming expectations leaving you emotionally exhausted? I’m Ruby Pappachen, a Licensed Professional Counselor providing trauma-informed Christian counseling for adults and couples in DFW. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, cultural identity struggles, and relationship challenges using compassionate, whole-person care. I have a multi-cultural perspective since I come from an Indian American background. My approach integrates faith, EMDR, attachment-based therapy, and evidence-based trauma counseling to help you process pain, strengthen relationships, and move toward healing.
I specialize in treating adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. I find great fulfillment in working with families and couples as they navigate challenging life transitions. Additionally, I am deeply passionate about helping new moms overcome postpartum mood disorders. When it comes to therapy, I take a creative approach that is tailored to each individual. Together, we identify your goals and develop action plans to work toward them. I believe in actively engaging with you to ensure that our sessions are meaningful and effective in helping you meet your therapeutic goals.
I specialize in treating adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. I find great fulfillment in working with families and couples as they navigate challenging life transitions. Additionally, I am deeply passionate about helping new moms overcome postpartum mood disorders. When it comes to therapy, I take a creative approach that is tailored to each individual. Together, we identify your goals and develop action plans to work toward them. I believe in actively engaging with you to ensure that our sessions are meaningful and effective in helping you meet your therapeutic goals.
Katie works with teens, individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulty navigating life transitions, low self-esteem, trauma, depression, anxiety and stress. She utilizes a collaborative approach to co-create goals with her clients and walk alongside her clients during their healing process.
Katie works with teens, individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulty navigating life transitions, low self-esteem, trauma, depression, anxiety and stress. She utilizes a collaborative approach to co-create goals with her clients and walk alongside her clients during their healing process.
Whether it is relationship problems, depression, anxiety, or changes in unhealthy behaviors such as addiction, I help clients find balance and regain control in their life. My approach utilizes traditional cognitive behavioral methods to achieve balance in mind, body and spirit, and encourages them to engage in a healthy supportive community. It is my belief that this whole person approach is a key factor in achieving real and sustainable change and relief from emotional distress. If you’re ready to make a change, I am ready to work with you.
Whether it is relationship problems, depression, anxiety, or changes in unhealthy behaviors such as addiction, I help clients find balance and regain control in their life. My approach utilizes traditional cognitive behavioral methods to achieve balance in mind, body and spirit, and encourages them to engage in a healthy supportive community. It is my belief that this whole person approach is a key factor in achieving real and sustainable change and relief from emotional distress. If you’re ready to make a change, I am ready to work with you.
Providing options of In-person or Telehealth sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. I love working with adults, teenagers, children, and families. I have experience helping patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, autism and other developmental disabilities, OCD, ADHD, family concerns, parenting stress, career and academic concerns, as well as traumatic experiences. In addition, I have extensive experience in grief therapy during times of loss, such as in a time of death, divorce, and other significant life changes. I also enjoy working on goals of self-improvement, self-awareness, and compassion with my patients.
Providing options of In-person or Telehealth sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. I love working with adults, teenagers, children, and families. I have experience helping patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, autism and other developmental disabilities, OCD, ADHD, family concerns, parenting stress, career and academic concerns, as well as traumatic experiences. In addition, I have extensive experience in grief therapy during times of loss, such as in a time of death, divorce, and other significant life changes. I also enjoy working on goals of self-improvement, self-awareness, and compassion with my patients.
Breaking cycles and fostering healing are at the heart of my therapeutic approach. My passion lies in helping individuals break free from long-standing emotional patterns, process difficult life experiences, and reclaim their sense of self. My work is grounded in mutual respect, authenticity, and a commitment to your healing. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where you are the expert in your life. Through developing a safe, therapeutic relationship, I seek to ensure you feel seen, heard and valued. I aim to provide a safe space to create the change you desire and truly thrive.
Breaking cycles and fostering healing are at the heart of my therapeutic approach. My passion lies in helping individuals break free from long-standing emotional patterns, process difficult life experiences, and reclaim their sense of self. My work is grounded in mutual respect, authenticity, and a commitment to your healing. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where you are the expert in your life. Through developing a safe, therapeutic relationship, I seek to ensure you feel seen, heard and valued. I aim to provide a safe space to create the change you desire and truly thrive.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, or online via video.
Hi, I’m Jessica! I work with children, teens, and young adults who are navigating ADHD, Autism, and trauma. As an ADHDer myself, I understand how overwhelming it can be to feel misunderstood or unsupported. I’ve seen firsthand how the right approach can make a world of difference, which is why I’m passionate about helping neurodiverse individuals build confidence and resilience. I also work closely with parents to provide the guidance and tools needed to better support their children.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, or online via video.
Hi, I’m Jessica! I work with children, teens, and young adults who are navigating ADHD, Autism, and trauma. As an ADHDer myself, I understand how overwhelming it can be to feel misunderstood or unsupported. I’ve seen firsthand how the right approach can make a world of difference, which is why I’m passionate about helping neurodiverse individuals build confidence and resilience. I also work closely with parents to provide the guidance and tools needed to better support their children.
As a marriage and family therapist, I enjoy working with couples as well as families who have a desire to work towards change in their lives. My passion area is working with individuals struggling with various degrees of depression, anxiety, self esteem or relational issues. I pride myself in providing a therapeutic environment that is safe, inviting, and warm, so that you can feel comfortable working together as a team to help achieve the goals you wish to accomplish.
As a marriage and family therapist, I enjoy working with couples as well as families who have a desire to work towards change in their lives. My passion area is working with individuals struggling with various degrees of depression, anxiety, self esteem or relational issues. I pride myself in providing a therapeutic environment that is safe, inviting, and warm, so that you can feel comfortable working together as a team to help achieve the goals you wish to accomplish.
I currently see clients in-person and online.
You want to feel calm and at ease, but deep down you are struggling to cope with the stressors of life. You’re someone who deeply desires to feel good about yourself but still find you are ruled by unwanted emotions, feel out of control, or just feel numb to it all. You have an idea of how you want to show up in your relationships and life but have no idea how to get there. But you’re ready to make a change, feel more in control, and have the confidence and connections you desire! Most of all, you’re ready to be free of constantly ignoring and pushing your emotions aside just for them to pop back up. I'm here to help you get there.
I currently see clients in-person and online.
You want to feel calm and at ease, but deep down you are struggling to cope with the stressors of life. You’re someone who deeply desires to feel good about yourself but still find you are ruled by unwanted emotions, feel out of control, or just feel numb to it all. You have an idea of how you want to show up in your relationships and life but have no idea how to get there. But you’re ready to make a change, feel more in control, and have the confidence and connections you desire! Most of all, you’re ready to be free of constantly ignoring and pushing your emotions aside just for them to pop back up. I'm here to help you get there.
Jessica Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
8 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75023
Waitlist for new clients
If multiple traumatic experiences have cast a shadow over your life, leading to anxiety, depression, or PTSD, know that a more fulfilling future is within reach. I'm dedicated to helping you understand and overcome these obstacles.
In our work together, we'll address the lasting impact of these events, cultivating healing and profound resilience. Imagine breaking free from what holds you back and stepping into a life filled with vibrancy and purpose. Let's embark on this journey together to rediscover your inner strength and build the path you deserve.
If multiple traumatic experiences have cast a shadow over your life, leading to anxiety, depression, or PTSD, know that a more fulfilling future is within reach. I'm dedicated to helping you understand and overcome these obstacles.
In our work together, we'll address the lasting impact of these events, cultivating healing and profound resilience. Imagine breaking free from what holds you back and stepping into a life filled with vibrancy and purpose. Let's embark on this journey together to rediscover your inner strength and build the path you deserve.
Do you feel like you've lost your partner to incessant working and don't know how to connect anymore? Maybe you've been cheated on and don't know if you can get through the heart break. The relationship dance that hijacks couples into feeling stuck, distressed and disconnected is pretty overwhelming and can leave both people feeling lost about how to make things better. Does that describe some of what brought you to this page? Welcome, I'm glad you're here!
Do you feel like you've lost your partner to incessant working and don't know how to connect anymore? Maybe you've been cheated on and don't know if you can get through the heart break. The relationship dance that hijacks couples into feeling stuck, distressed and disconnected is pretty overwhelming and can leave both people feeling lost about how to make things better. Does that describe some of what brought you to this page? Welcome, I'm glad you're here!
I offer in-person sessions in Frisco and Plano, as well as telehealth, providing flexible options to meet your needs.
My ideal client is someone navigating challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem struggles, or significant life transitions. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain and are seeking clarity, support, and actionable tools to improve their emotional well-being. They want to feel empowered, gain confidence, and develop resilience in the face of life’s challenges. My clients are ready to explore their thoughts, challenge unhelpful patterns, and work toward meaningful solutions that align with their unique goals and values.
I offer in-person sessions in Frisco and Plano, as well as telehealth, providing flexible options to meet your needs.
My ideal client is someone navigating challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem struggles, or significant life transitions. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain and are seeking clarity, support, and actionable tools to improve their emotional well-being. They want to feel empowered, gain confidence, and develop resilience in the face of life’s challenges. My clients are ready to explore their thoughts, challenge unhelpful patterns, and work toward meaningful solutions that align with their unique goals and values.
It takes a lot of courage and bravery to seek out support and take the first step to make personal changes. I am here to help you begin a new journey towards more of your authentic self. This path will focus on self-compassion, acceptance, empowerment, and self-love. I strive to provide a safe and supportive space that encourages healing, growth, honesty, and unconditional regard. I want you to know that multicultural, diversity, and affirming therapy root and drives my practice and work with clients. I strive to provide a place you can explore current and past unresolved experiences including interpersonal unhealthy relationships.
It takes a lot of courage and bravery to seek out support and take the first step to make personal changes. I am here to help you begin a new journey towards more of your authentic self. This path will focus on self-compassion, acceptance, empowerment, and self-love. I strive to provide a safe and supportive space that encourages healing, growth, honesty, and unconditional regard. I want you to know that multicultural, diversity, and affirming therapy root and drives my practice and work with clients. I strive to provide a place you can explore current and past unresolved experiences including interpersonal unhealthy relationships.
Hi, my name is David, and I’m excited to connect with you and share a bit about myself and my approach. I've helped past clients with many challenges, including mistrust of others, OCD/PTSD symptoms, identity confusion/life-transition struggles, sudden loss of loved one, acute social anxiety, trauma history, suicidality/non-suicidal self-harm, relationship issues, loss of motivation/energy, and struggle to implement coping skills. I've also worked with clients managing religious trauma, phobias, dissociation, procrastination, shyness, social isolation, and fear of rejection.
Hi, my name is David, and I’m excited to connect with you and share a bit about myself and my approach. I've helped past clients with many challenges, including mistrust of others, OCD/PTSD symptoms, identity confusion/life-transition struggles, sudden loss of loved one, acute social anxiety, trauma history, suicidality/non-suicidal self-harm, relationship issues, loss of motivation/energy, and struggle to implement coping skills. I've also worked with clients managing religious trauma, phobias, dissociation, procrastination, shyness, social isolation, and fear of rejection.
I offer in-person therapy sessions in Plano, Texas (just south of Frisco).
You're the one everyone counts on. You show up, keep the peace, do what's expected—and from the outside, it probably looks like you've got it all together. But inside, you're worn out. You constantly second-guess yourself, worry about disappointing others, and feel anxious about setting boundaries. You avoid conflict, overthink, and still feel like you're falling short. Years of people-pleasing and perfectionism have taken a quiet toll on your self-esteem. Deep down, you're not even sure who you are anymore—beyond who others expect you to be.
I offer in-person therapy sessions in Plano, Texas (just south of Frisco).
You're the one everyone counts on. You show up, keep the peace, do what's expected—and from the outside, it probably looks like you've got it all together. But inside, you're worn out. You constantly second-guess yourself, worry about disappointing others, and feel anxious about setting boundaries. You avoid conflict, overthink, and still feel like you're falling short. Years of people-pleasing and perfectionism have taken a quiet toll on your self-esteem. Deep down, you're not even sure who you are anymore—beyond who others expect you to be.
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.
Dr. Michelle Di Paolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ADHDCSP
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
I have a wealth of experience treating ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, phobias, grief, divorce, health stressors, romantic/family relationships, identity issues, and specialize in treating those with medical conditions like heart disease, cancer, surgeries, terminal illness, death, autoimmune disorders and many more.
Addressing physical conditions along with mental health ones is essential in the work I do: sleep/insomnia, sexual dysfunction, weight gain/loss, pain management, etc.
- ADHD Clinical Services Provider - High quality, in-depth neuropsychological evaluation for adults.
I have a wealth of experience treating ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, phobias, grief, divorce, health stressors, romantic/family relationships, identity issues, and specialize in treating those with medical conditions like heart disease, cancer, surgeries, terminal illness, death, autoimmune disorders and many more.
Addressing physical conditions along with mental health ones is essential in the work I do: sleep/insomnia, sexual dysfunction, weight gain/loss, pain management, etc.
- ADHD Clinical Services Provider - High quality, in-depth neuropsychological evaluation for adults.
My clients have presented with low self-esteem, depression, anxiety (including social anxiety), academic challenges, and relational issues. I have worked with both individuals and couples within the LGBTQ+ community in many ways, including acceptance within their families, religion, and even themselves. I have worked with veterans and some of the issues with integrating back into civilian life. I have experience with relationship counseling, whether there are active issues within the relationship (communication, infidelity, etc.), issues with other family members, "maintenance", or dealing with infertility, etc.
My clients have presented with low self-esteem, depression, anxiety (including social anxiety), academic challenges, and relational issues. I have worked with both individuals and couples within the LGBTQ+ community in many ways, including acceptance within their families, religion, and even themselves. I have worked with veterans and some of the issues with integrating back into civilian life. I have experience with relationship counseling, whether there are active issues within the relationship (communication, infidelity, etc.), issues with other family members, "maintenance", or dealing with infertility, etc.
This is a space for those tired of performing or feeling like their outside life doesn't match their inside reality. I support individuals who look like they "have it all together" on the outside but internally feel disconnected, overextended, or misaligned. I guide emerging adults through the messy, beautiful transitions of next-chapter life, as well as those drowning in high-functioning anxiety, chronic stress, overwhelm, or depression. I help clients navigate life transitions, deepen their sense of meaning and purpose, strengthen self-compassion, and move toward more authentic, values-aligned living.
This is a space for those tired of performing or feeling like their outside life doesn't match their inside reality. I support individuals who look like they "have it all together" on the outside but internally feel disconnected, overextended, or misaligned. I guide emerging adults through the messy, beautiful transitions of next-chapter life, as well as those drowning in high-functioning anxiety, chronic stress, overwhelm, or depression. I help clients navigate life transitions, deepen their sense of meaning and purpose, strengthen self-compassion, and move toward more authentic, values-aligned living.
I’m truly passionate about my work and feel so grateful for where I am today! I hold an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling, both from Texas A&M University Commerce. Helping people grow and seeing their progress is deeply fulfilling for me. There’s nothing quite like witnessing someone gain the tools they need to create lasting change in their own lives.
I’m truly passionate about my work and feel so grateful for where I am today! I hold an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling, both from Texas A&M University Commerce. Helping people grow and seeing their progress is deeply fulfilling for me. There’s nothing quite like witnessing someone gain the tools they need to create lasting change in their own lives.
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What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.