Working with Texas therapists 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 in Texas, 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 your home at a time that suits your schedule. 

If you’re looking for online therapists, TX has many options. The therapists below are licensed to provide teletherapy to people across the Lone Star State. Contact a licensed counselor on our list below 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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Tiffany Bridgers

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MS, LPC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse
3 years of experience

Tiffany D. Bridgers completed her education, in Master's of Clinical and Mental Health Counseling, at Lubbock Christian University. Tiffany has worked with individuals of all ages for approximately 3 years. She started her work with foster care and CPS kids, at Texas Boys Ranch, where she also received training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has recently been working in substance abuse, helping individuals overcome mental health concerns and severe addiction issues. She is fully licensed as a Professional Counselor, and she is experienced in using a multitude of modalities to help individuals with various concerns. Tiffany is eclectic and uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and psycho-education to help individuals 4 years old and up. A holistic approach is utilized by exploring with and educating clients about how mind, spirit, and body are interconnected. Her theory is that when people can find meaning, support, and understanding, then they can identify true personal insight and the ability to self-regulate and adequately cope. She is honest, motivating, and encouraging throughout all forums of therapy, and she ensures to help individuals get outside of their comfort zone and identify true strength and personal growth.

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Randall Kitchen

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MS
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
25 years of experience

I've become very familiar with many aspects of the mental health field. I work with motivated clients willing to take responsibility for becoming well and happy. I build on clients strengths and partner with the client to address problems head-on. I don't focus on diagnosis, but prefer to see each person as an individual capable of overcoming problems and reaching her/his goals. I work with the person as a whole being, spirit soul and body, and am willing to address issues of spirituality if the client chooses. I specialize in dealing with addictions, men's issues. I specialize in building on the strengths of each individual, and maximizing their quality of life through embracing their God-given potential. Randy’s passion has always been for helping marriages, families, and relationships, yet he has expanded his knowledge and experience in other areas. For the past 25 years, he has been focused on helping people and their families that have struggled with addiction to drugs and alcohol, providing individual, group, and family therapy.

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Kimberlyn Hastey

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MS,LPC,LSOTP
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
13 years of experience

I am a licensed professional counselor with thirteen years experience. I am eclectic in practice, but have a strong bent toward cognitive behavioral and narrative therapy styles. My approach is client-centered as it is the client's process and journey; I have the honor of being, only, a part of that. I believe in the power of one's story to heal and overcome. I have worked with clients, ranging in age, from eleven to eighty-two. The majority of the people I have worked with have been adults. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. Many of my clients have been from the LGBTQ+ community. I have worked with both victims (survivors) and offenders. I have worked with individuals, small groups, and larger groups. I love every kind of person and I believe in the power and beauty of humanity. I look forward to being a part of your journey!

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Oralia Mascorro

Offering therapy in Texas
Parenting issues
17 years of experience

Hi and welcome to my page. My name is Oralia Mascorro, and I am an LPC counselor in Texas. Whether you have experienced a difficult life changing event, feel overwhelmed with life, or feel emotionally stuck, my job is to guide you in a healthy direction that fits your needs. I have over ten years of experience as a mental health professional, and I am thankful to have the skills and experience to help others. My clients experience validation, a sense of calm, and hope as they share their journey with me. My role is to listen and reflect as we explore steps towards healing. I have worked in various settings including private practice, non-profits, and have experience working in schools serving students, parents, and faculty. I hope you find the right therapist to help you as you explore positive changes.

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Michelle Parker

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MS,LPC ,LADC
Stress, AnxietyAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression
16 years of experience

Hello, I'm Michelle Parker, and I bring 16 years of experience in the behavioral health field. I am passionate about helping you achieve mental wellness and look forward to guiding you on this transformative journey. With two master's degrees—one in Addiction Counseling and another in Professional Counseling—along with my credentials as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), I am equipped to provide the support you need. Choosing to work with me means you will gain valuable tools to develop effective coping skills, heal from past wounds, improve your problem-solving abilities, and emerge stronger in the face of life's challenges. Let's take this important step together toward a healthier you.

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Nikkala Kordzik

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
8 years of experience

Welcome! My name is Nikkala Kordzik. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with eight years of counseling experience, including independently providing counseling in group private practices for five out of these eight years. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, I am a National Certified Counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in Texas, Registered Play Therapist, and a Certified School Counselor in Texas. I have counseled clients, who have experienced anxiety, stress, depression, career, inattention, hyperactivity, impulse control, substance use, addiction, and parenting concerns, and difficulty coping with life changes. I counsel clients using a holistic and individualized approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, reality therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, and other evidenced-based interventions. I enjoy working with clients to identify their goals and form strategies to reach them. My belief is that clients can reach their goals when they are willing to make small changes in their life, process their feelings, set healthy boundaries, and live authentically. In addition to counseling clients, I also enjoy exercising, watching and playing sports, reading, and spending quality time with my family, friends, and dogs. I am looking forward to working with you!

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Sarah Lucas

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementSelf esteemADHD
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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. Scott Hays

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionADHD
16 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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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Erricker Sessoms Lee

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

I am licensed in North Carolina and Virginia with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and 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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Jocelyn Boudreau

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem
20 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & anger management. 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.

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 20,557,050 people live in TX, 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 Texas 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 Texas?

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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