Working with 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, 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 online therapists, TX has many options. The 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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Elizabeth Ivey

Offering therapy in Texas
License: M.A.,LPC
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years of experience

My name is Elizabeth Ivey, but I go by Liz. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in domestic violence, sexual assault, trauma, anxiety, depression, teens, and parenting skills. I graduated with my bachelors (2013) and a masters in Clinical and Counseling Psychology (2015) from Midwestern State University. I volunteered and worked for many years at a local shelter helping people find and rebuild themselves. I use a person-centered and eclectic approach in sessions; meaning meeting a client where the are and tailoring the approach to meet their individual needs. To reach these needs I primarily use evidence based techniques including humanistic, cognitive-processing therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling (a.k.a. asking a lot of questions and insisting on self exploration). I believe in working with the client to achieve their goals moving at a speed that works for them. Just as we all learn to read at our own pace, we also learn how to fight and deal with our inner struggles the same way. My mission is to empower those I work with in a supportive and motivated way. I often tell my clients “This is your journey, you know where you want to go, but it is useful to have a tour guide pointing things out along the way.” and that’s my job.

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Yazmin Cardena

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem
6 years of experience

My name is Yazmin Cardena and I am 47 years old. I live and work in Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience across a variety of settings including outpatient specialty clinics, crisis intervention, structured outpatient programs, and private practice. I have a broad range of clinical experience working with individuals and groups across the life span in the following areas; •Depression and Bipolar Disorder •Anxiety Disorders •Behavioral and Discipline Challenges •Self-Harm Behavior •Complicated Grief Reactions •Chronic Pain and Chronic Illness •Anger and Stress Management •Trauma and Abuse •Family and Relationship Issues •Suicide Assessment and Risk Reduction •Group Psychotherapy •Couple’s Conflict including civil divorce •Self-image and Self-Esteem Issues including bariatric patients and healthy life style change. Yazmin’s approach emphasizes the mutual development of goals for therapy. Seeking therapy can be challenging at first, so congratulations for taking the first step. I truly believe in therapy and wish you can succeed your block roads in your recovery.

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Tera Robinson

Offering therapy in Texas
License: M.A., M.Ed., CCC-SLP
Stress, AnxietyGriefSleeping disordersDepressionCoaching
11 years of experience

Hello! I am so glad you are here and have taken this important step towards healing! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor-supervisor, a licensed professional counselor-supervisor, and a licensed professional counselor in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas respectively. I have extensive experience working with adults, children, teens, couples, and families utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches. I am a solution-based therapist; therefore, my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating all people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness therapy in order to meet your unique and specific needs. I am an avid believer in a holistic approach to mental health therapy: mind, body, and emotions. In fact, I believe in it so much so that I am pursuing a doctorate and Ph.D. in integrative medicine. The mind and body really are connected! It takes courage to work towards a more fulfilling and happier life. I look forward to working alongside you to accomplish your goals!

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Diane Malone Kudolo

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
19 years of experience

I am a LPC-S, LCDC, TF-CBT Certified Therapist. I have over 19 years experience working with various populations ie high risk youth and adults; in addition to various emotional disturbances ie depression, trauma, anxiety, strained relationships and grief. I believe the therapeutic goals include the here-and-now; make known what is unknown; challenging faulty thinking; have clients to get in touch with self and make choices that would lead to better quality of life; with the listed goals, I as a therapist offer listening skills, genuineness, empathy, unconditional acceptance and respect to each client. I look forward to working with you!

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Cicely Betts

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LCSW
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

Howdy!! I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas. I graduated from the prestigious HBCU Dillard University in New Orleans, LA in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management and earned my Master of Social Work degree from the remarkable University of Houston: Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) in 2012. I have training and experience with several treatment modalities and tailor my work to fit the needs of my clients. My experience has given me the opportunity to work with individuals, families, couples, and groups. I really enjoy working with my clients to identify and attain their goals, insisting that the client is the expert of their lives. I truly believe we all deserve to live our best life and I work diligently with my clients to assist them in the positive change they want. My communication style is assertive; encompassing honesty, candor, and A LOT of wit. I also enjoy helping clients strengthen their interpersonal relationships. I thoroughly enjoy the gift of being able to work in a field that allows me to help others realize we all have the power within us to have the life we want and deserve! I like to enjoy a healthy work/life balance which has given me the opportunity to explore my creative side. I love spending time with my family and friends AND I enjoy my solitude as well. Yes, you CAN do both! My current creative interests lie in drawing, writing, and designing functional tools to aid myself and others in making personal and work projects better organized and more enjoyable ????.

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Coranda Wims

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesDepression
4 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Timothy Shreve

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years of experience

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with over 15 years of experience working in hospitals and the child welfare system. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, motivation and self-image issues. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My main goal is to listen and support you in becoming a better and healthier you. You are the expert on your life, but it is common and easy to get stuck in our thought patterns, relationships, and careers. When we become stuck we lose sight of our goals and visions for who we really want to be and causes us to not live the most fulfilling life. I believe in treating anyone with respect, dignity, and the value they deserve. I use a blend of approaches but mostly focus on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. The first step of any journey is always the hardest and the fact you are means you are looking to take that first step to getting help. You are taking the steps to becoming a healthier you and I would love to help you get there. I look forward to working with you!

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Elizabeth Clark

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefDepression
24 years of experience

I am a licensed LPC in Texas with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, depression and PTSD . I adhere to a family systems approach and incorporate CBT and DBT with an emphasis on Mindfulness techniques. In my experience it’s not dissecting the client's issues that lead to healing it’s asking what happened to you or what got you here? 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. In addition, I have worked with teens and young adults for the past 24 years. I worked with teens in the school setting that were experiencing the following issues: academic, family dysfunction, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, gender identity conflicts, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia and on a more positive note college and career readiness. I retired from Education last year. Let’s begin this journey together!

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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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Sylvia Villarreal

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. I have 25 years of professional work experience that includes helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, grief, intimacy related issues, 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 and 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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