Therapists in Sugar Land, TX
Sara Narsi
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Hi! My name is Sara, supervised by Dr. Manahil Riaz LPC-S, and I am thrilled to be here as your therapist. I am dedicated to helping young adults and older individuals overcome life's challenges with a compassionate and understanding approach. I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating cultural conflicts, struggling with self-esteem issues, seeking effective stress management techniques, or working towards trauma recovery. As someone who identifies as Muslim, I have had the honor of working with clients from diverse backgrounds and love exploring issues related to religion and spirituality from an unbiased perspective.
Hi! My name is Sara, supervised by Dr. Manahil Riaz LPC-S, and I am thrilled to be here as your therapist. I am dedicated to helping young adults and older individuals overcome life's challenges with a compassionate and understanding approach. I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating cultural conflicts, struggling with self-esteem issues, seeking effective stress management techniques, or working towards trauma recovery. As someone who identifies as Muslim, I have had the honor of working with clients from diverse backgrounds and love exploring issues related to religion and spirituality from an unbiased perspective.
Sunetra Tarafdar Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
In my perspective, therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. I take a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and help individuals explore and identify strengths and personal successes. I believe that understanding our past and our current life patterns helps to foster internal growth.
In my perspective, therapy is an investment in your personal growth and a dedication to your overall well-being. I take a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and help individuals explore and identify strengths and personal successes. I believe that understanding our past and our current life patterns helps to foster internal growth.
Jennifer Johnson West
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I listen, I care and I am here to help. Life can be challenging sometimes. As a wife, mother and someone who has worked and volunteered with children, adolescents, couples, and families for more than 30 years I know how difficult, stressful, and messy life can be sometimes. I also know the value of reaching out and engaging in supportive and effective counseling. If you are struggling, or facing difficulties with children, adolescents, life stage, relationships or your marriage, don't wait to take the next step. Reach out today so that we can connect about what you are going through and ways counseling can help.
I listen, I care and I am here to help. Life can be challenging sometimes. As a wife, mother and someone who has worked and volunteered with children, adolescents, couples, and families for more than 30 years I know how difficult, stressful, and messy life can be sometimes. I also know the value of reaching out and engaging in supportive and effective counseling. If you are struggling, or facing difficulties with children, adolescents, life stage, relationships or your marriage, don't wait to take the next step. Reach out today so that we can connect about what you are going through and ways counseling can help.
Jasmine Ross
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
My personal and professional experiences have taught me that people are largely defined by their experiences of connection to others. I believe that relationships can be the source from where psychological distress can arise and can be resolved. Given these beliefs, I have come to take a theoretical approach that incorporates theory and techniques from multiple approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral, solution focused, systems, multicultural and feminist theories, and selectively combine them into an existing conceptual model, interpersonal process theory. Using this approach, the relationship serves as the foundation on which to address behaviors, thoughts, feelings and interpersonal patterns that impede effective functioning.
My personal and professional experiences have taught me that people are largely defined by their experiences of connection to others. I believe that relationships can be the source from where psychological distress can arise and can be resolved. Given these beliefs, I have come to take a theoretical approach that incorporates theory and techniques from multiple approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral, solution focused, systems, multicultural and feminist theories, and selectively combine them into an existing conceptual model, interpersonal process theory. Using this approach, the relationship serves as the foundation on which to address behaviors, thoughts, feelings and interpersonal patterns that impede effective functioning.
Hameed Akthar Salick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Hameed and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in various mental health issues, including, anxiety, depression, stress. My goal is to help you develop healthy coping skills, improve relationships and achieve overall wellness. My approach is CBT. If you have reached a point where you recognize your mental health issues are impacting your quality of life and relationships with others, you have come to the right place.
Hi there! My name is Hameed and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in various mental health issues, including, anxiety, depression, stress. My goal is to help you develop healthy coping skills, improve relationships and achieve overall wellness. My approach is CBT. If you have reached a point where you recognize your mental health issues are impacting your quality of life and relationships with others, you have come to the right place.
Judi Dai
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Your child is your whole world. When they're happy, you're happy, and when they're hurting, the pain you feel for them is excruciating. But by the time you find yourself perusing the internet for help, you are already exhausted, have experienced many sleepless nights, and are losing hope. I would love to help improve your family's hopefulness and regain its vitality. Counseling provides a safe, compassionate space that can help children develop more full and healthy connections, which translates into feeling competent, worthy of love, and thus more resilient to handle life's struggles.
Your child is your whole world. When they're happy, you're happy, and when they're hurting, the pain you feel for them is excruciating. But by the time you find yourself perusing the internet for help, you are already exhausted, have experienced many sleepless nights, and are losing hope. I would love to help improve your family's hopefulness and regain its vitality. Counseling provides a safe, compassionate space that can help children develop more full and healthy connections, which translates into feeling competent, worthy of love, and thus more resilient to handle life's struggles.
Houston Center for Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Life can be really hard. We can help. Serving the Houston area and the State of Texas since 1981 with clinical excellence, we provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We see children 2 and up, teens, and adults. Through integrating our faith and clinical training, we offer biblically sound and psychologically skilled approaches to life’s struggles. Meeting clients where they are, we walk alongside in order to hear and help in a way that brings about lasting change. Our doors are open to clients from all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. We meet in person and virtually.
Life can be really hard. We can help. Serving the Houston area and the State of Texas since 1981 with clinical excellence, we provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We see children 2 and up, teens, and adults. Through integrating our faith and clinical training, we offer biblically sound and psychologically skilled approaches to life’s struggles. Meeting clients where they are, we walk alongside in order to hear and help in a way that brings about lasting change. Our doors are open to clients from all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. We meet in person and virtually.
David Procter
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Whether it's anxiety, low motivation, difficulties in work or relationships, grief, or a desire to make sense of the past, I'm here to support you. I excel at helping individuals navigate the challenges of family conflict and setting boundaries. I also understand the unique challenges and needs of the LGBTQ+ community and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for all genders, sexual orientations, races, and identities. All political, cultural, and religious viewpoints are welcomed and respected.
Whether it's anxiety, low motivation, difficulties in work or relationships, grief, or a desire to make sense of the past, I'm here to support you. I excel at helping individuals navigate the challenges of family conflict and setting boundaries. I also understand the unique challenges and needs of the LGBTQ+ community and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for all genders, sexual orientations, races, and identities. All political, cultural, and religious viewpoints are welcomed and respected.
Jared Pizzitola
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I counsel individuals (teens, adults, athletes) with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, and relationship struggles. Additionally, I help couples repair their relationship and connect on a deeper level.
I counsel individuals (teens, adults, athletes) with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, and relationship struggles. Additionally, I help couples repair their relationship and connect on a deeper level.
Roopa Baruah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCHt
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing physical and emotional symptoms that are unexplainable and preventing you from living a healthy, fulfilling life? If so, it may be a response to a painful experience. Adverse life experiences and how it impacts a person is unique to every person. Medical research has demonstrated for decades that survivors of accidents, disasters, and childhood trauma often endure life-long symptoms ranging from anxiety and depression to body syndromes, harmful behaviors, and addictions. While you can't change difficult situations of the past, you have the natural ability to recuperate from these painful experiences.
Are you experiencing physical and emotional symptoms that are unexplainable and preventing you from living a healthy, fulfilling life? If so, it may be a response to a painful experience. Adverse life experiences and how it impacts a person is unique to every person. Medical research has demonstrated for decades that survivors of accidents, disasters, and childhood trauma often endure life-long symptoms ranging from anxiety and depression to body syndromes, harmful behaviors, and addictions. While you can't change difficult situations of the past, you have the natural ability to recuperate from these painful experiences.
Suja Cheriyan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479 (Online Only)
Seeking help is a sign of strength and a first step toward self-determination. I believe our past does not have to define nor limit us. We have the choice to let go of ineffective habits and patterns in how we relate to ourselves and others. We can create positive outcomes by leading ourselves toward healthy changes. I will provide a safe environment for you to be heard and work collaboratively to identify your existing strengths and develop patterns of thoughts, behaviors, communication styles that can help you cope and live a more fulfilling life.
Seeking help is a sign of strength and a first step toward self-determination. I believe our past does not have to define nor limit us. We have the choice to let go of ineffective habits and patterns in how we relate to ourselves and others. We can create positive outcomes by leading ourselves toward healthy changes. I will provide a safe environment for you to be heard and work collaboratively to identify your existing strengths and develop patterns of thoughts, behaviors, communication styles that can help you cope and live a more fulfilling life.
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Dr. Roger D. Vazquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I have experience working with a wide variety of life problems and mental health disorders, but my primary interests include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), academic issues, panic/phobias, anger management, addiction, couples, marriage, and family relationship issues.
I have experience working with a wide variety of life problems and mental health disorders, but my primary interests include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), academic issues, panic/phobias, anger management, addiction, couples, marriage, and family relationship issues.
Sonia L Fields-De Pass
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Did you know that trauma can live in the body long after you think that your brain has worked through the stressor? Trauma living in the body can manifest as anxiety, chronic pain, sleeplessness, negative thinking and depression. Trauma can affect you sense of self, your relationships and how you move in the world. If you find yourself struggling with any of these areas, let’s talk about possible trauma and how you can address these issues.
Did you know that trauma can live in the body long after you think that your brain has worked through the stressor? Trauma living in the body can manifest as anxiety, chronic pain, sleeplessness, negative thinking and depression. Trauma can affect you sense of self, your relationships and how you move in the world. If you find yourself struggling with any of these areas, let’s talk about possible trauma and how you can address these issues.
Maliha B. Khan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479
It can be scary & frustrating when you don’t feel like yourself & don’t know why you feel this. You’ve tried everything to help with your mood changes, overwhelming feelings of nervousness, guilt and not feeling good enough, but nothing seems to work. It can be scary reaching out to a therapist because you want to find someone who really connects with you. I began my training in 2011 and completed it at The Menninger Clinic. I believe in creating an alliance with my clients. My warm & compassionate demeanor allows me to empathize with my clients, put them at ease & help them open up.
It can be scary & frustrating when you don’t feel like yourself & don’t know why you feel this. You’ve tried everything to help with your mood changes, overwhelming feelings of nervousness, guilt and not feeling good enough, but nothing seems to work. It can be scary reaching out to a therapist because you want to find someone who really connects with you. I began my training in 2011 and completed it at The Menninger Clinic. I believe in creating an alliance with my clients. My warm & compassionate demeanor allows me to empathize with my clients, put them at ease & help them open up.
Chuck Gray
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479 (Online Only)
I deeply value marital and relationship fulfillment. If you are an adult seeking marriage, dating, premarital, affairs, or other relationship counseling, then we are likely to be a good fit for each other. Since 1987 I have focused as a psychologist full-time on developing and implementing specialized expertise in couples and other adult relationship counseling. Together we may assess in a friendly way what is happening in your relationship, how it developed to be this way, and what may be done to improve communication, build trust, strengthen emotional connections, enhance intimacy, and otherwise fulfill your relationship goals.
I deeply value marital and relationship fulfillment. If you are an adult seeking marriage, dating, premarital, affairs, or other relationship counseling, then we are likely to be a good fit for each other. Since 1987 I have focused as a psychologist full-time on developing and implementing specialized expertise in couples and other adult relationship counseling. Together we may assess in a friendly way what is happening in your relationship, how it developed to be this way, and what may be done to improve communication, build trust, strengthen emotional connections, enhance intimacy, and otherwise fulfill your relationship goals.
Lisa Dávila O'Toole
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Online Only)
I work with individual adults via Telehealth. My clients come to me because they are suffering from anxiety, depression or relationship issues despite all they have tried before, sometimes even therapy. I believe the client-therapist relationship is essential and therefore strive to provide a therapeutic experience of acceptance and compassion to promote a space for healing, resolution and goal attainment. I work from a holistic and healing approach considering all aspects of your lifestyle. As such, you can expect to be empowered with an individual understanding of wellness and applicable tools to create a life well lived.
I work with individual adults via Telehealth. My clients come to me because they are suffering from anxiety, depression or relationship issues despite all they have tried before, sometimes even therapy. I believe the client-therapist relationship is essential and therefore strive to provide a therapeutic experience of acceptance and compassion to promote a space for healing, resolution and goal attainment. I work from a holistic and healing approach considering all aspects of your lifestyle. As such, you can expect to be empowered with an individual understanding of wellness and applicable tools to create a life well lived.
Jamie Benae Rufo
LPC Associate, LPC-A, MEd
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479 (Online Only)
Understanding your needs is at the core of my counseling approach. I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to collaboratively navigate challenges, providing support tailored to your unique experiences. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship issues, or personal growth, I'm here to help you explore and find effective solutions. What sets me apart is my holistic approach that integrates various therapeutic techniques, ensuring a personalized counseling experience. I strive to empower you with practical tools and insights to foster positive change.
Understanding your needs is at the core of my counseling approach. I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to collaboratively navigate challenges, providing support tailored to your unique experiences. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship issues, or personal growth, I'm here to help you explore and find effective solutions. What sets me apart is my holistic approach that integrates various therapeutic techniques, ensuring a personalized counseling experience. I strive to empower you with practical tools and insights to foster positive change.
Kelly Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Is your child or teen struggling to adjust to a recent change or loss? Or have you perhaps noticed that your child is having a hard time coping with a past trauma or stress? Maybe that light you used to see in them as a younger child seems like it has slowly started to fade as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, or challenging behaviors take over. Whether you have just started looking for support or it feels like you have tried just about everything to help your child, you and I can partner together to help your child heal and harness their unique strengths to live life to their fullest potential.
Is your child or teen struggling to adjust to a recent change or loss? Or have you perhaps noticed that your child is having a hard time coping with a past trauma or stress? Maybe that light you used to see in them as a younger child seems like it has slowly started to fade as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, or challenging behaviors take over. Whether you have just started looking for support or it feels like you have tried just about everything to help your child, you and I can partner together to help your child heal and harness their unique strengths to live life to their fullest potential.
Zareen Bhandara
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Zareen works with adult individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Zareen believes that creating and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients are essential for long-term success. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address negative, unhelpful thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers in life and interpersonal relationships.
Zareen works with adult individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Zareen believes that creating and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients are essential for long-term success. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address negative, unhelpful thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers in life and interpersonal relationships.
Lynn Ann Wilgenbusch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Not accepting new clients
I strive to provide a caring and non-judgmental approach to therapy that helps individuals identify their strengths. I am interested in the connections between mind, body and spirit in the healing process of therapy. I trust that clients are the expert on themself, and I will collaborate with clients throughout the therapeutic process. My areas of interest as a therapist are complex trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, peri/postnatal issues, depression/anxiety, body image/body trust, positive sexuality, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity.
I strive to provide a caring and non-judgmental approach to therapy that helps individuals identify their strengths. I am interested in the connections between mind, body and spirit in the healing process of therapy. I trust that clients are the expert on themself, and I will collaborate with clients throughout the therapeutic process. My areas of interest as a therapist are complex trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, peri/postnatal issues, depression/anxiety, body image/body trust, positive sexuality, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity.
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Number of Therapists in Sugar Land, TX
400+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Sugar Land, TX who prioritize treating:
90% | Depression |
90% | Anxiety |
78% | Self Esteem |
72% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
65% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Sugar Land, TX see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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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.