Working with a therapist can help you gain insight into your thoughts and behavior and learn to meet the challenges in your own life. Whether you live in a small town or a major city like Tulsa or Oklahoma City, OK, finding in-person treatment in the state can be challenging. Barriers, like transportation issues or a lack of available in-network providers, can complicate the search for mental health care, but an online therapy platform like BetterHelp can make access to treatment more flexible and accessible.

BetterHelp therapists offer support for those experiencing a variety of challenges, such as low self-esteem, difficult relationships, family issues, or low self-worth. While BetterHelp does not provide group therapy at this time, the providers on the platform have extensive experience working with individual adults and will work with you to find an approach to treatment that can help you successfully meet your goals.

If you’re looking for an online therapist, OK has many options. The therapists in the list below are licensed to provide teletherapy across the state and can help you learn to manage the challenges in your daily life.

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Dana Juarez

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
License: M.A.,LMFT,USMC Veteran/Retired
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem
6 years of experience

EMDR Certified & Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southwest Oklahoma. I have worked in the mental health field for over 8 years. Graduating from Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy. Over the years, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Primarily these are families who are experiencing a problematic issue with one of the family members and desire to work together to regain a working, stable home environment. I also assist individuals/couples who are working through issues/transitions and a better self. Additionally, I served 20 years in the US Marines, retiring as a Master Sergeant in 2012. I have a no-nonsense approach to therapy, that being said, I fully believe an essential element to any therapeutic relationship starts with your goals as the client. I will strive to create a relationship where you feel safe and comfortable to share your feelings without fear of judgement. As your therapist, I will encourage, provide insight, and at times even challenge you in your identified areas. My approach will combine solution- focused, cognitive behavior therapy; also eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) or trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy (TFCBT) when necessary. I am here to support and empower you to your desired goals. I look forward to work with you!

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Sheila Adams

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
License: MS,LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
10 years of experience

Hello! My name is Sheila and I have been working in the mental health field for 6+ years. I started my career working with families in the child welfare system and then gained experience in community mental health. I have worked with clients from age 5 and up. I enjoy working with individual and family settings. I describe my approach to counseling as being solution focused. I want to help you on your journey to discover how to help you move forward in life.

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Nancy Lucas

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
License: M.S.,L.P.C.
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
8 years of experience

I have been a therapist for over 8 years. My full time day therapist position involves working with troubled women entangled in the legal system in various ways. I have previously worked with children, adolescents, and adults. I believe that life is much too short to not be happy, and every human should reach for that goal. Each healthy relationship between two people is unique and to be treasured. At times the journey through that relationship can be tricky. This is my way of telling you that sexual orientation, race, or culture are not barriers for me. I embrace uniqueness and promote that theme. My counseling style is relaxed and I believe in a therapeutic relationship in which we will work to find the answer and awareness together. I believe I am here to help you find your answers. Once again let me state that I am here to help you find your answers! Laughter and humor is often the best medicine even in a therapeutic relationship. I am trained in Seeking Safety and Finding Your Best Self by Lisa Navajits. If you are ready to take the journey towards solutions I am ready. I want to help others who want to help themselves. I will never pressure you to make future therapy sessions, but will encourage you to reach out and schedule when you are ready. I will make every effort to accommodate your schedule. I check for messages every day and will respond at a minimum within 12-18 hours.

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Constance Akonumbo

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
License: M.A., M.S., LPC
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionADHD
7 years of experience

Greetings My name is Constance. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the helping profession for 3 years and, I am pleased to say I Really Love this work. I thank GOD for this opportunity, it has been both personally and professionally rewarding! Over the years, I have taken a nontraditional career path, from the field of Education, precisely teaching, Nursing, and now Counseling. Equipped with these skills, knowledge and clinical expertise, I feel confident and prepared to help others in developing and achieving their life-long wellness. My approach to counseling is warm and interactive. I am a firm believer in human dignity. Therefore, I view the therapeutic alliance as a partnership, requiring mutual trust, respect, honesty, communication, and commitment to do the work. I also believe that the changes we need in our lives will only come when we make a conscious decision to do so. My therapy style and approach draws influence from Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Existential Therapy, Reality Therapy, Gestalt, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy. Above all, I strongly believe in Devine Healing Power. Finally I must say this; it takes courage to be able to identify a problem or problems in your life, and taking steps to seek assistance to move you forward to be the person you want to be. I believe you have the abilities and strengths in you, and all you need is coaching and guidance to help you harness them together to achieve life goals. It is an honor to be considered a potential partner on your journey. God Bless.

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Lindsey Sanders

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
13 years of experience

Welcome! I am so glad you are here! If you are here, you are most likely struggling with something in your life. No matter what it is, the most important thing is that know you are not alone. We can walk through this together. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, and grief and loss. A lot of my approach to counseling is to be caring and nonjudgmental, direct, and honest. Life just gets so big sometimes, and we find ourselves in places we never expected. I hope we can walk through whatever you are going through together. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma with over 13 years of experience working as a counselor. I have a B.S. in Psychology from East Central University and an M.Ed. from the University of Oklahoma with 60 graduate hours in Community Counseling with ongoing continuing education as required by the state licensing board. I look forward to meeting you and beginning our walk together towards navigating the issues you are facing and bringing healing to your life. Licensed Professional Counselor (Number 4519) State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (BBHL) 3815 N. Santa Fe, Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 Telephone: (405) 522-3697 https://www.ok.gov/behavioralhealth/

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Mark Smalley

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
License: LCSW,LADC-MH,CHT
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression
29 years of experience

I am a licensed clinical social worker, a licensed drug and alcohol counselor, a certified Hypnotherapist, certified in EMDR (for trauma), and Acudetox (a type of acupuncture). As an holistic therapist, I believe in recognizing the client as a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritually being. I believe in using all the tools possible to help create change, including diet, meditation, motion, as well as thoughts and emotions . I believe that the human body and mind have a natural desire and ability to seek health and wellbeing. With 30 years of experience, I have worked with people from all walks of life on all manner of issues.

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Matt Youngberg

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem
7 years of experience

Hello my name is Matt Youngberg, LPC. I am licensed in Oklahoma with 7 years of professional work experience. During the course of my career, I have worked as an offenders counselor, community mental health counselor, and an educator for 10+ years. I like to blend my experience, background, and formal training into an eclectic style of therapy, which just simply means I pull the best things from all types of therapy. I like to take a no-nonsense approach to therapy and want to get to the core of the problem to start moving towards a solution. I am challenging and will push you to find a deeper understanding and awareness of your issues, but I do so with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life that struggle with any type of issues from relationships, core beliefs, self-esteem, self-compassion, anxiety, family support, and many others. I like to specialize in relationships (all types), couples counseling, domestic violence, and parenting. It takes strength to start this journey and I am glad that you have gotten in line to help yourself live a more successful life. In my free time, I enjoy games of all kinds, athletic endeavors, and serving at Life.Church.

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Dr. Warren Roby

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
License: MS,PhD,LPC
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

I am an educator who firmly believes that counseling is a learning experience. It involves processing information and making decisions based upon it. My goal is to get clients into a frame of mind that promotes positive change. I assist them in writing the next chapter of their life story. I draw on my training in linguistics and languages to help people find the right words to describe their issues, express their dreams, and formulate realistic plans. My international work and travel experiences have enriched my life and they equip me to deal with clients from diverse backgrounds and to prepare those who are embarking on an overseas posting. I have a passion for career issues: burnout, co-worker conflict, anxiety about downsizing, involuntary termination, etc. My 35 years in higher education (six universities) make me familiar with options for those who wish to retool for another line of work.

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Brittany Hjerpe

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and coping with life changes. I have spent the last 10 years supporting my husband and children navigate life as a military family! Being a military spouse has definitely given me life experiences that are beneficial to helping others. It takes strength to be open and vulnerable in counseling sessions and I believe in treating everyone with respect and kindness regardless of what we’re working on.

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Kristen Hamm

Offering therapy in Oklahoma
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I enjoy helping others gain knowledge and an understanding of themselves; to help manage your thoughts and emotions; gaining peace and improved relationships in your life. I am here to support and empower you in that journey. I have been married 42 yeas and we have 3 children ages 29 to 34. Through life experiences it became a passion for me to become a licensed professional counselor to help others. My therapeutic techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, person centered and coaching.

How can a counselor support you?

Therapists can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 3,008,150 people live in OK, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for local licensed professionals may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that a BetterHelp therapist does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why do people choose to work with a licensed counselor?

People reach out for mental health support for a variety of reasons. Many individuals work with a counselor for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a smaller county, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

The mental health therapists in Oklahoma support clients with varying issues through therapy, such as:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp has over 35,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency services to contact in a crisis

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use the BetterHelp site. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some of the most commonly asked questions about therapy can be found in the section below.

How much does a therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

When should I get a therapist in Oklahoma?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. You do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy; You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A counselor may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many professionals provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover the cost of therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is online therapy the safe option?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.

In today's fast-paced society, mental well-being has become a cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Amid the daily challenges and stressors that can overwhelm even the most resilient individuals, seeking professional guidance often offers a path to clarity and balance. The journey toward improved emotional health involves understanding personal triggers, embracing self-compassion, and developing effective coping strategies. While self-help books and online resources provide valuable information, nothing compares to the personalized support offered by a qualified mental health professional. One-on-one sessions with experienced experts can help uncover the underlying issues contributing to anxiety, depression, or other emotional hurdles. With a careful and empathetic approach, these professionals tailor their advice to suit individual needs, ensuring that each person receives strategies that work best for their unique circumstances. Whether through cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, or other innovative methods, the aim is to foster resilience and empower individuals to take control of their inner lives. For those living in bustling urban centers, engaging in face-to-face sessions in a welcoming environment can be particularly beneficial. Access to a caring clinician provides not only a safe space to explore difficult emotions but also builds a support network essential for long-term recovery. The process encourages self-reflection and greater insight into behavioral patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. While the journey can be challenging at times, the rewards include enhanced emotional stability, improved interpersonal relationships, and a renewed sense of self-worth. In one notable case, the guidance provided by a highly trained therapist proved instrumental in navigating a tumultuous period. Through structured sessions and tailored interventions, the individual learned to identify stressors and develop healthier responses to adversity. This experience underscored the transformative impact that dedicated support can have on one's overall quality of life. In a region like Texas, community-based initiatives and accessible mental health programs further reinforce the value of professional help. These efforts emphasize early intervention, preventive care, and continuous support, ensuring that more people are equipped to face life's inevitable challenges. Ultimately, investing in mental well-being is an act of self-care that yields lifelong benefits. By embracing professional support, individuals can unlock new levels of emotional resilience and discover pathways to a brighter, more balanced future. Each step taken toward healing represents a commitment to personal growth, enabling a life filled with renewed optimism and strength. Embracing this transformative journey consistently paves the way for deeper understanding, lasting peace, and meaningful personal progress.
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