Working with a therapist can help you develop the coping skills to overcome many of life’s difficulties, such as family conflict, low self-esteem, or the symptoms of mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. If you want to start treatment, consider an online platform like BetterHelp.

With BetterHelp, you can develop a therapeutic relationship with a licensed clinical social worker, psychologist, or other mental health professional from the comfort of your home at a time that suits your schedule. 

While BetterHelp does not offer group therapy or treatment in the school setting, the providers on the platform have extensive experience and can provide an individual counseling experience using a holistic approach to help you on your path of self-discovery.

If you’re looking for an online therapist, TX has many options. The Texas therapists below are licensed to provide teletherapy to people across the Lone Star State. Contact a licensed therapist on the following list to take a step toward a positive change. If you’re interested in couples counseling, consider BetterHelp’s sister site, ReGain, to work through relationship challenges with your partner.

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Jeffrey Healey

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC,Licensed Professional Counselor
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
15 years of experience

I am glad that you have decided to take a proactive step for your personal healing and growth. Managing life's battles can be overwhelming and inherently all-consuming. I am a direct, solution focused and client centered when it comes to working with people who are seeking treatment related to substance use/addiction disorders, family/relational conflict, dealing with trauma, grief or purposeful living, life transitions, case management, as well as working with teens, emerging and aging adults. Our sessions can range from helping manage fear that may cause immobility or clouding our brightest path to addressing coping skills to better navigate relapse, improving communication or building insight for positive behavior and purpose. Managing life's battles can be overwhelming and inherently all-consuming. I am direct, solution focused and client centered when it comes to working with people who are seeking treatment related to substance use/addiction disorders, family/relational conflict, trauma, grief, purposeful living, life transitions, case management, as well as working with teens, emerging adults. Our sessions can range from helping manage fear to developing better coping skills to better navigate your presenting problem, improving communication, and building insight for more positive behavior and purpose. My modalities vary depending on the need of the client. In my practice, I focus on a holistic lifestyle to attain mental clarity, overall wellness and increasing desired outcomes by implementing my 'MEDS' approach; Mindfulness, Exercise, Diet and Sleep. We will do this by assessing treatment objectives and tracking goals. I'm a native of Chicago and grew up in the heart of the Midwest. I have lived and worked in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean I have been active working as a middle and high school counselor, a therapist for Integral Care of Austin, and more recently in private practice. After 20 years in the field, my resources and approaches to therapy are designed to specifically address your needs as you define them. We will utilize a variety of didactic and psycho-therapeutic modalities throughout our sessions along with assigned homework. We will work together to facilitate personal insight and a better understanding of your struggle(s) and equip you with a variety of tools to promote healing and growth. I will encourage you to be an active participant in this process. I applaud you for taking this much needed step at this point in your life. It takes a lot of courage!

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Veronica Viveros

Offering therapy in Texas
License: M.S.,LPC
Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD
20 years of experience

Hi! My name is Veronica and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have approximately 20 years of experience in the mental health field and have worked in a variety of settings, such as inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient services and in private practice. I have experience working with a broad range of issues such as depression, anxiety, mild autism, immigration/acculturation issues, anger management and stress related issues. I use a person-centered, holistic, multicultural, and integrative approach in treatment. I primarily use evidence based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling. I want to help you reach your goals and your full potential.

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Michael Atwood

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC
Stress, AnxietyAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

My name is Michael Atwood and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have been fully licensed since 2018 but have been working in the mental health field since 2012. I have worked in a large variety of treatment setting including residential rehab, prison, hospitals, partial hospitalization, and traditional outpatient. I have worked with groups, individuals and couples with clients of varying age, ethnicity and background. I enjoy the Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy view of mental health but have studied a variety of other views to be flexible with clients needs. Outside of therapy I enjoy playing games with my friends and family. My experience with a variety of video games, board games and role playing games such as Dungeons and Dragons has helped me be able to connect with young adults and the young at heart as well as equipped me with a different set of problem solving skills that couldn't be learned in a classroom. I enjoy breaking down a problem and finding different tools and skills for solving those problems. If that sounds like something you would be interested in too then I would be happy to get to know you; and work with you to improve things.

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Chantel Clarke

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCompassion fatigue
4 years of experience

I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I graduated with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M San Antonio in 2018. I have worked closely with people dealing with a range of issues including career problems, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, self love, and relationship issues. I have also worked with people leaving correctional facilities to prepare for transitioning back to family life. My style is more of a realistic and calming atmosphere. I do not believe in judging people based on their race, economic status, or past. I believe that everyone is placed on this earth for a reason and I would love to help you find your purpose and thrive in your daily life. I do not believe in giving false hope to clients. I prefer to offer realistic, therapeutic, guidance that caters to each individual I have the opportunity to work with. We all have difficult points in our lives but we can overcome! I am here to support you through your life journey!

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Lawrence Story

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LMFT,LMSW
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem
36 years of experience

I have over three decades as a leader by inspiring, coaching, speaking, and most importantly, leading by example, my views have been uniquely and carefully shaped. I embrace my “in the trenches” clinical approach and believe that leadership is a conscious decision made moment to moment, it supersedes gender, culture, position, or socio-economic status. I enjoy sharing my knowledge with everyone and every day…it’s how we should live. I am often referred to as a “Professor” for my ability to teach a group how to bring hope out of questionable times. I use “Frame of references” to bring clarity to change real-life circumstances where the loss of hope and fear have been predominant. The fusion of my personal stories through conversation helps me connect with my audience and clients on an intimate, intense, and individual level. I have served as Chief Executive Officer and /or a Senior Consultant for public and privately traded Healthcare organizations. In addition to being a Licensed Psychotherapist, Licensed Marriage Therapist, and Licensed Family Therapist, Certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Certified Personal Trainer and past owner of Lake Houston Gym and Fitness, I am the author of Living in Green Pastures with Life Storys, a published inspiration/motivational book, and co-publisher of “Treatment Effectiveness in Adult Partial Hospitalization”. Before my leadership efforts, I was a competitive collegiate football athlete and a champion both nationally and internationally in bodybuilding, health and fitness. I currently hold over 27 titles in bodybuilding and have conducted numerous workshops on Wellness / Fitness. Finally, I am a former consulting therapist for the National Basketball Association and served on the board of advisors for The Shoulder, Inc., Harris County, and awarded past Outstanding Young Men in America. I look forward to meeting you and designing a plan to help you meet your personal goals now and in the future. The Best, Lawrence Story

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Angela Alexander

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LPC,LSC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesDepression
9 years of experience

I am a Licensed Practical Counselor in Texas with over 9 years experience working as a Professional Counselor. I have worked with clients in a range of areas including depression, anxiety, family relationships, family issues, death and grieving, career counseling, and general issues. I tend to use Solution-Focused Therapy. With this therapy, we focus working with your current and future issues. My therapy style is to incorporate a warm and positive atmosphere by being respectful of my clients and showing compassion. I think making goals and working on those goals, will ultimately help meet a clients needs. However, I will tailor a treatment plan, in anyway possible, to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes a great deal of courage to seek help and take those first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that first step, I look forward to meeting with you and helping you develop a promising future. Thank you for your time and I hope to hear from you soon!

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Christina Brooks

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesEating disorders
7 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, eating disorders, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Brian Couch

Offering therapy in Texas
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
3 years of experience

My passion is helping clients cope and heal body, mind and spirit. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am licensed as a professional counselor in the State of Texas. I have a history of helping clients with various life situations, personality disorders, narcissistic relationships, codependency and LGBT issues, among others. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Dr. Byron Skinner

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficulties
36 years of experience

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas with 36+ years of professional work experience as a college professor and therapist. I have experience in helping individual clients with stress and anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with career difficulties. A lot of my experience is with military service members and their spouses. In couples therapy, the focus is on the relationship rather than the individual. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog 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 am here to support & empower you in that journey. DISCLAIMER: There are no guarantees of the results of therapy. While every effort will be made to assist clients in obtaining their therapy goals, there are certain risks involved. These risks include, among others: emotional and/or mental anguish; loss of the relationship; loss of status within the relationship; and incompatibility of needs, goals, or desires. Alternatives to therapy may include: self-help books; support groups; workshops and seminars; psychiatry; clinical psychology; or hospital admission. The decision to utilize one of these, or the therapy outlined by the therapist, is solely that of the client(s).

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Latosha Kessell

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
11 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas and Colorado with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Dr. Robert Dinkins

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
19 years of experience

I am a licensed psychologist in Texas with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. As a psychologist, I am skilled in providing therapeutic interventions and treatments. These interventions and treatments include cognitive therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, anger management, behavior therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog 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 am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Shea Langs

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoaching
18 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Cassandra Lozano

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
10 years of experience

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in Texas. I've worked primarily with clients who have issues relating to Addiction for about 10 years. But have experience experience assisting client through therapy sessions dealing with a wide array of problems such as, clients who have relationship issues, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, clients who have been incarcerated, ADHD, domestic violence, anger-management issues, self-esteem related issues, and various other issues for 8 years. My therapeutic approach is a warm, welcoming, and interactive with my clients. I believe in treating all clients with respect, sensitivity and collaboration to help them work to overcome their problems. I used various therapeutic theories such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focusing on our actions, behaviors and emotions, Client-centered, and solution focused therapeutic approach, using a eclectic approach to cater to my clients needs. My goal is to provide to provide my clients with the tools they need to begin learning and begin living to live a holistic and self-rewarding life, and have them accomplish and meet the goals set, by providing a positive and safe atmosphere for them to disclose information to me, in a non-judgmental environment as their therapist without feeling uncomfortable. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Tammy Jones

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
30 years of experience

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I have over 30 years of professional work experience working with clients ages 5 to 95. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog 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 am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Amberly Garvin

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Ohio and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I offer Christian Counseling, as well as non-religious counseling.

How can therapists in Texas support you?

Therapists in Texas 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 20,557,050 people live in Texas, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for licensed professionals in Texas 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 BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why are many residents in the state of Texas working 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 in Texas, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

Mental health counselors in Texas support clients with varying issues, which can include:

  • 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

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. 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 commonly asked questions can be found 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.

How do I know if I should get a therapist?

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 in Texas can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover 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 safe?

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.

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