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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Maegon Crader

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA, LPC, RPT-S
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues
10 years of experience

Are you or your child experiencing emotional pain? Everyone needs a little help sometimes and it is never too late or too early to begin healing. I truly believe in the resiliency of us all and have been working as a helping professional for over 10 years. I work within a humanistic framework and I can assist parents, young adults, and adults to work through unresolved past issues, or present concerns, to create a more positive future. I offer a personalized approach tailored to the individual's needs and with compassion and understanding, I work within each counseling relationship to empower, build on strengths, and help individuals and families attain their goals. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Sam Houston State University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have worked in a variety of mental health settings. I am a certified play therapy supervisor through the Association of Play Therapy and can answer questions or provide support to parents in regard to their young children and teens. I have a specialization in the treatment of trauma and work with clients who have experienced a recent traumatic event or have a past history of abuse. I have served as a Counselor at a non-profit organization assisting families impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault, worked as a Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Clinician to support clients having difficulties or stress at work, and provided support to the community in private practice. As a previous professor at a university, I imparted my experience and knowledge to students and have a passion for working with young adults.

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Jessica Walker

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem
7 years of experience

Thanks for reaching out! I am a professional counselor licensed in Texas with 4 years of experience. While that may not seem like much, I am well equipped in helping others figure out this thing we call life. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting and life transitions. My style is interactive, open and empathic. My goal is to create a warm, supportive environment in which my clients can feel safe to explore their emotions in order to reach their full potential. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, conversational and collaborative. Together, we will utilize cognitive behavioral and solution focused strategies to tackle your issues and make lasting change happen! Life is challenging. It tests us daily and prompts change in us individually, as well as in our relationships. Let me empower you to reach your goals and navigate the challenges that you face. I offer live sessions throughout the week and on occasional Saturdays. I will schedule live sessions with you directly through messaging! I look forward to working with you!

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Terrie Hailey

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LMFT
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepression
14 years of experience

Hello, my name is Terrie Hailey, and I am a Master's level clinician and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Texas. I have over 14 years of experience, including owning my own private practice, working both inpatient and outpatient units in a hospital setting, working with online companies as a remote therapist and working with our heros - our American Veterans. My clients present with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, self-esteem and self-efficacy issues, career challenges, PTSD and MST. I believe in the philosophy of teaching a man to fish, and as such, I utilize psychoeducational material and work with theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Play Therapy, Couples or Systemic Therapy, and trauma informed care. I want to work with you in a therapeutic partnership, providing an atmosphere that is non-judgmental and feels safe to explore the issues that you are experiencing in your life that is bringing you to counseling. Whether this is your first time to counseling, or you've had multiple counseling experiences, I want to work with you to cultivate a therapeutic relationship that focuses on mutual respect, sensitivity, and compassion and help you find a better balance in your life. Life has many different phases, and if you are ready to take that step I am here to support and to empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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Jessica Burger

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC,NCC
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesDepression
4 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I obtained my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University and my graduate degree in Counseling from University of Houston-Victoria. I have worked in the mental health field in a variety of ways for the past 4 years. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including: intellectual and developmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, mood disorders, as well as ADHD. I've also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I believe that given the chance and armed with the skills needed, anyone can accomplish what they have set out to do. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. I believe in walking alongside my clients as they go through their personal journey. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach but tailor my approach to the needs of the client. It takes courage to recognize that a change needs to happen in someone's life. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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Miguel De la fuente

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MS, LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
5 years of experience

I am a mental health counselor licensed in the state of Texas. Professionally, I have a little over 3 years of experience. I have been a fitness/life coach for over 20 years and I am a veteran with 10 years of service. Therefore, in both positions I have had the honor to provide counseling and guidance to hundreds of individuals in all areas and walks of life. Currently, I work as a mental health counselor at a Behavioral Hospital. Our main focus is to attend to the crisis at hand, utilizing brief and swift psychotherapy. Once patients are stable, I provide psychotherapy or psychoeducation in accord to their main problems or obstacles. I have worked with patients and clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, substance/alcohol, and sexual abuse. Been a Hispanic male veteran with personal experience in dealing with mental health, I understand the stigmatization and the cultural sensitivity that is needed to provide support for any and all individuals. Therefore, I get to work more often with patients and their families, who struggle with PTSD and other military related trauma. I am a Christian and follow Christian principles, therefore, I believe in treating all individuals with outmost respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My counseling style is assertive and direct, but empathic and compassionate, all at once. My approach is eclectic, hence, it is a combination of cognitive-behavioral, spiritual, psychodynamic and positive psychology. I am able and willing to adapt to any form of counseling and treatment as required by the patient or client, in order to meet your specific needs and unique obstacle. Lastly, I am currently finishing my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. Hence, I am constantly learning new ways of improving my skills, knowledge, and attaining more tools to better serve my patients and clients. I personally understand the courage and confidence that it is needed to accept that one needs help and seek that help in order to better one’s life and improve quality of life, for you and those around you. I am excited and look forward to providing guidance and effective therapy.

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Raj Chehl

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LPC,NCC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
21 years of experience

Congratulations! Just by thinking about making a change in your life, your journey to living a fully empowered and authentic life has already begun. You are an expert of yourself and your family. Allow me to step in as an expert in self-development, creating emotional well-being, and achieving optimal mental health. Blending conventional and complimentary approaches, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to facilitate bridging the gap between where you are and where you desire to be. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Michigan and Texas and have over 19 years of experience. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from North Carolina State University in 1980 and my Master of Arts degree from Oakland University in 2002. Additionally, I am a certified yoga teacher registered with Yoga Alliance which allows me to draw from the ancient practice and wisdom, which dates back over 4000 years, to help clients move into a balanced emotional, mental, and physical state of equanimity and self-awareness. I view therapy as a process by which I facilitate my clients in exploration, clarification, and identification of their needs and help them to make changes in behaviors and cognitions. Therapy is a safe place to explore reactions, thoughts, and feelings about people in your life as well as yourself. It allows you the opportunity to practice new ways of interacting and when ready, to try these in other relationships. With an enhanced sense of self-understanding and acceptance, you are able to replace limiting beliefs you have learned and inherited with a new self-empowering perspective and create a breakthrough from surviving to thriving. I utilize the multi-modal and holistic approach which integrates person-centered, cognitive behavioral, existential, psychodynamic, Gestalt, mindfulness and solution-focused models to meet your specific and unique needs. Relying on research, I integrate an array of therapeutic interventions that will yield optimum results. I work with a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues including mood disorders, anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, addictions, domestic violence, parenting, divorce, crisis intervention, and personality disorders. My clients include families, couples, teens, individuals and groups. I look forward to working with you! You are not a drop in the ocean, you are the entire ocean in a single drop. ~ Rumi ~

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Allyson Medina

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues
10 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, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. 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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Carolyn Jones

Offering therapy in Texas
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression
35 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients coping with addictions, relapse prevention, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief/ loss and workplace issues. 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. 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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Dr. Anne Worth

Offering therapy in Texas
AddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
45 years of experience

Facing life changes? Experiencing conflict in your relationships or struggling with addiction? Wondering why you are here and feeling unmotivated? I have years of professional and spiritual training to help you answer these questions and to empower you to remove obstacles that prevent you from becoming your "best self." I am a doctoral-level licensed professional counselor specialing in spiritual issues, family and relationship conflict, and addiction. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and school/career challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will help you create a personal mission statement that will direct you toward the goals that meet your unique and specific needs. I am an author, speaker, and personal /spiritual-growth workshop presenter. I look forward to helping you find your passion and balance.

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Kimberly Hancock

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesDepression
8 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbt-related issues, & relationship issues. I also have experience working with depression. 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!

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Giovanna Pennick

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience. I have been helping clients with a variety of life challenges including stress and anxiety, social issues, relationship, coping with life transitions and family conflicts. I am here to listen, provide support and guide you in the process of healing and living in wellness. 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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Karl Nitz

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD
23 years of experience

I have been a therapist for 23 years and hold clinical licenses in Kansas and Texas. I use a dynamic approach to positive psychology for living your best life. In therapy, for a client to improve, it’s important that the therapist and client connect. Communication is at the core of this partnership and is integral in positively producing results and successful treatment outcomes. My practice prioritizes healthy connections with clients and I pride myself on breaking communication barriers with a diverse range of clientele. My experience and background support identifying and relating to a myriad of challenges and obstacles that many people - including myself - have faced. Throughout my career, I’ve devoted my time to learning to identify clients’ unique struggles and the strategies that work to get them back on track to achieving their goals and finding joy in their daily life. I take the time to present the techniques I use in a way that’s easily understandable and applicable in order to create change in your life. Taking the first step towards therapy is difficult and can make anyone feel vulnerable. I’m ready to take this first step in partnership with you, at a pace that feels comfortable. I’m currently seeing clients both in-office and online. Choose the setting that works best for you, and let’s start down the path of removing the roadblocks and regaining control.

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Georgia Carey

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
25 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas as an LPC, with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe people are the experts of their own stories and that the therapist helps clients work through the bumps in the road, through talk therapy, skills building, and behavior modification. Having support through the client's path can make the overwhelming challenges of life bearable. Reaching out for guidance and support is the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life. I am here to support clients in the process.

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Rachel Hodgdon

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

*At this time, I am seeing clients via live chat sessions. I am not able to schedule phone call or video call sessions. I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & 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. 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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Dexter Brown

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

I am licensed in Texas 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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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