Therapists in Temple, TX
Hello! My name is Mariana Gutierrez, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the Central Texas area. Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times. Whether this is managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression or trauma. I believe in providing a supportive, safe and nonjudgmental environment in which we work in a collaborative manner to problem-solve, improve coping skills and find the support you need.
Hello! My name is Mariana Gutierrez, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the Central Texas area. Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times. Whether this is managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression or trauma. I believe in providing a supportive, safe and nonjudgmental environment in which we work in a collaborative manner to problem-solve, improve coping skills and find the support you need.
Welcome. I am Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova, Ph.D. and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. I am committed to caring for the whole individual and family including spiritual, emotional, and physical health in ways that are suited to each individual. I work with clients struggling with past and present trauma, anxiety, depression, spiritual concerns, couple conflict, mood disorders, cultural and ethnic issues, blended family issues, grief and end-of-life issues, phobias, and OCD.
Welcome. I am Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova, Ph.D. and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. I am committed to caring for the whole individual and family including spiritual, emotional, and physical health in ways that are suited to each individual. I work with clients struggling with past and present trauma, anxiety, depression, spiritual concerns, couple conflict, mood disorders, cultural and ethnic issues, blended family issues, grief and end-of-life issues, phobias, and OCD.
Rajesh Harripersad
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
As a retired military combat veteran, I have a deep passion for working with clients from all backgrounds and walks of life. I have worked with individuals and whole families. Do you need to talk to a professional counselor who listens and offers some skills to help with your ongoing challenges or frustrations? Come talk with me, we can work together to uncover possible causes and find ways to help you move forward.
As a retired military combat veteran, I have a deep passion for working with clients from all backgrounds and walks of life. I have worked with individuals and whole families. Do you need to talk to a professional counselor who listens and offers some skills to help with your ongoing challenges or frustrations? Come talk with me, we can work together to uncover possible causes and find ways to help you move forward.
I strive to offer a warm, down-to-earth environment where clients feel safe being authentic and vulnerable. I am a member of EMDRIA and am EMDR certified and I am also a LPC Supervisor. I specialize in working with couples and adult individuals and utilize IFS therapy and embodiment in sessions. I am LGBTQI affirming and am familiar with working with the military and medical community, as well.
I strive to offer a warm, down-to-earth environment where clients feel safe being authentic and vulnerable. I am a member of EMDRIA and am EMDR certified and I am also a LPC Supervisor. I specialize in working with couples and adult individuals and utilize IFS therapy and embodiment in sessions. I am LGBTQI affirming and am familiar with working with the military and medical community, as well.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, a big life change, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to figure it out on your own. I’m here to walk alongside you and offer practical tools and gentle support to help you move through whatever season you’re in.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, a big life change, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to figure it out on your own. I’m here to walk alongside you and offer practical tools and gentle support to help you move through whatever season you’re in.
I’m a licensed counselor in Texas with 14 years of experience in both private practice and school settings. As a high school counselor, I’ve worked with students, their families, and school staff, supporting clients facing challenges like anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, relationship struggles, and career decisions. My role has exposed me to a wide range of counseling areas and clients, and working with people of all ages has given me valuable insight into different life situations, helping me grow both personally and professionally in my counseling career.
I’m a licensed counselor in Texas with 14 years of experience in both private practice and school settings. As a high school counselor, I’ve worked with students, their families, and school staff, supporting clients facing challenges like anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, relationship struggles, and career decisions. My role has exposed me to a wide range of counseling areas and clients, and working with people of all ages has given me valuable insight into different life situations, helping me grow both personally and professionally in my counseling career.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to enhancing self-confidence and providing support to improve mental health. I have worked with a wide range of individuals and have extensive experience working with Veterans- any questions, just ask!
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to enhancing self-confidence and providing support to improve mental health. I have worked with a wide range of individuals and have extensive experience working with Veterans- any questions, just ask!
Christine Italiano-McDade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
1 Endorsed
Temple, TX 76504
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for people! Children, Adolescents and/or Adults needing a safe space to express themselves feely, explore their feelings and thoughts, and develop the skills needed to overcome adversity.
I have a passion for people! Children, Adolescents and/or Adults needing a safe space to express themselves feely, explore their feelings and thoughts, and develop the skills needed to overcome adversity.
With over 30 years of experience, I've have had the privilege of helping children, teens and adults navigate life's challenges and better understand themselves. I specialize in relationship issues, stress, anger management, and anxiety. With children and teens, I help focus on supporting impulse control and resolving behavioral conflicts at home. and in school.
Relationships can be complicated and stressful. We all need someone to talk to-someone who can help navigate the different seasons of life. Together, we can create a safe, supportive place where we work collaboratively to find meaningful solutions and build a better future.
With over 30 years of experience, I've have had the privilege of helping children, teens and adults navigate life's challenges and better understand themselves. I specialize in relationship issues, stress, anger management, and anxiety. With children and teens, I help focus on supporting impulse control and resolving behavioral conflicts at home. and in school.
Relationships can be complicated and stressful. We all need someone to talk to-someone who can help navigate the different seasons of life. Together, we can create a safe, supportive place where we work collaboratively to find meaningful solutions and build a better future.
Maegan specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of concerns including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and concerns for behavioral and emotional regulation and life transitions . Additionally, Maegan has experience working directly with individuals and families who are accessing Special Education Services in their academic setting. Maegan strives to help equip her clients with various skills to use as healing tools including self-awareness skills, emotional regulation, and tools to increase personal motivation.
Maegan specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of concerns including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and concerns for behavioral and emotional regulation and life transitions . Additionally, Maegan has experience working directly with individuals and families who are accessing Special Education Services in their academic setting. Maegan strives to help equip her clients with various skills to use as healing tools including self-awareness skills, emotional regulation, and tools to increase personal motivation.
Do you feel stuck or constantly overwhelmed? Do small challenges seem exhausting? My approach to therapy focuses on YOU and YOUR strengths. You are your own expert. When given the right tools real HEALING from emotional distress can happen. With a strong therapeutic relationship real CHANGE can happen.
Do you feel stuck or constantly overwhelmed? Do small challenges seem exhausting? My approach to therapy focuses on YOU and YOUR strengths. You are your own expert. When given the right tools real HEALING from emotional distress can happen. With a strong therapeutic relationship real CHANGE can happen.
Lex Reed is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor in Texas with more than 33 years and 10,000 hours of experience in pastoral counseling and marriage and family therapy. Lex received his Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas A&M University-Central Texas. He also holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Erskine Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas. Lex has also served as an executive director of a global mission organization.
Lex Reed is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Supervisor in Texas with more than 33 years and 10,000 hours of experience in pastoral counseling and marriage and family therapy. Lex received his Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas A&M University-Central Texas. He also holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Erskine Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas. Lex has also served as an executive director of a global mission organization.
Hi, I’m Jennifer Costello. I know how overwhelming life can feel when you’re carrying the weight of trauma, stress, or difficult experiences. My heart is to walk alongside you as you discover healing, hope, and the ability to truly thrive.
I am an EMDR-certified therapist with a Doctor of Behavioral Health and a Master’s in Social Work. I’m also a professor — but my greatest joy comes from sitting with people, hearing their stories, and helping them find the peace and strength they deserve.
If you’re tired of simply surviving and you’re ready to Thrive on Purpose, I would love to meet you. Need an LCSW-Supervisor? I can support.
Hi, I’m Jennifer Costello. I know how overwhelming life can feel when you’re carrying the weight of trauma, stress, or difficult experiences. My heart is to walk alongside you as you discover healing, hope, and the ability to truly thrive.
I am an EMDR-certified therapist with a Doctor of Behavioral Health and a Master’s in Social Work. I’m also a professor — but my greatest joy comes from sitting with people, hearing their stories, and helping them find the peace and strength they deserve.
If you’re tired of simply surviving and you’re ready to Thrive on Purpose, I would love to meet you. Need an LCSW-Supervisor? I can support.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges, you want relief and a sense of control again. You may be seeking help for your child who is struggling to cope, or for yourself as you work through stress, trauma, or big changes. You’re looking for a safe space—whether in English or Spanish—where you feel heard, understood, and supported while learning tools that help you heal, grow, and create a more peaceful, balanced life.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges, you want relief and a sense of control again. You may be seeking help for your child who is struggling to cope, or for yourself as you work through stress, trauma, or big changes. You’re looking for a safe space—whether in English or Spanish—where you feel heard, understood, and supported while learning tools that help you heal, grow, and create a more peaceful, balanced life.
Kim Vance is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master of Social Work from the University of New England and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Pacific Lutheran University. While her credentials make her a therapist, Kim prefers to think of herself as another human being lucky to join people on their journey. You can find her sitting on the floor with kiddos, listening to music with teenagers after a rough session, and tearing up with families as she witnesses them grow together.
Kim Vance is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master of Social Work from the University of New England and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Pacific Lutheran University. While her credentials make her a therapist, Kim prefers to think of herself as another human being lucky to join people on their journey. You can find her sitting on the floor with kiddos, listening to music with teenagers after a rough session, and tearing up with families as she witnesses them grow together.
Aamir Terry helps patients build practical skills to manage emotional challenges, strengthen resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change. He provides therapy to individuals across Texas, offering care that blends empathy with evidence-based approaches for mental health and substance-related concerns. At LifeStance Health, Aamir works with teens and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, and life transitions, creating a collaborative space where patients feel understood and empowered.
Aamir Terry helps patients build practical skills to manage emotional challenges, strengthen resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change. He provides therapy to individuals across Texas, offering care that blends empathy with evidence-based approaches for mental health and substance-related concerns. At LifeStance Health, Aamir works with teens and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, and life transitions, creating a collaborative space where patients feel understood and empowered.
For 29 years I have helped adults, college students, teens, and children to quickly discover or rediscover joy and peace in life. I specialize in anxiety, stress, relationship issues, sexual intimacy, anger, and loss. With children/teens, I help with ADHD, impulse control, and behavioral conflict at school and home. Together, we create a safe place where we work together to find better ways to create a better life for you and your family. Relationships are complicated and the stress of life can be overwhelming. We all need someone to help us make sense of our current situation. Problems can add up. Let me help make life good again.
For 29 years I have helped adults, college students, teens, and children to quickly discover or rediscover joy and peace in life. I specialize in anxiety, stress, relationship issues, sexual intimacy, anger, and loss. With children/teens, I help with ADHD, impulse control, and behavioral conflict at school and home. Together, we create a safe place where we work together to find better ways to create a better life for you and your family. Relationships are complicated and the stress of life can be overwhelming. We all need someone to help us make sense of our current situation. Problems can add up. Let me help make life good again.
My specialties include: psychological trauma (childhood, combat, assault, accidents, surgical), addiction, mood conditions (anxiety, depression), stress management, anger management, relationship challenges, diverse cultures and finding meaning/purpose in life. I am Certified in Brain Spotting, Military Counseling, Anger Management and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) through the Army. My approach to therapy is Integrative/Holistic from a mind/body perspective. In addition to the above, I have two-and-one-half years of Post Doctoral Training in Jungian/Archetypal Psychology.
My specialties include: psychological trauma (childhood, combat, assault, accidents, surgical), addiction, mood conditions (anxiety, depression), stress management, anger management, relationship challenges, diverse cultures and finding meaning/purpose in life. I am Certified in Brain Spotting, Military Counseling, Anger Management and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) through the Army. My approach to therapy is Integrative/Holistic from a mind/body perspective. In addition to the above, I have two-and-one-half years of Post Doctoral Training in Jungian/Archetypal Psychology.
I am an LPC that treats adolescents, adults, and couples with specializations in sexual disorders, sexual addictions, and attachment disorders. I also have experience in treating anxiety depressions, and adjustment disorders. I received my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology form Tarleton State University, Central Texas in Killeen Texas and my Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at Walden University. My research interests include adult male and female sexual aggression and dysfunctions.
I am an LPC that treats adolescents, adults, and couples with specializations in sexual disorders, sexual addictions, and attachment disorders. I also have experience in treating anxiety depressions, and adjustment disorders. I received my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology form Tarleton State University, Central Texas in Killeen Texas and my Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at Walden University. My research interests include adult male and female sexual aggression and dysfunctions.
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Number of Therapists in Temple, TX
100+
Average cost per session
$119
Therapists in Temple, TX who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Relationship Issues |
| 65% | Stress |
| 61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 89% | Aetna |
| 81% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Temple, TX see their clients
| 72% | In Person and Online | |
| 28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 19% | Male |