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.
Leticia Cervantes
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, who has worked in the mental health field over 25 years, in various settings and roles, including: psychiatric hospitals, mental health clinics, and private practice settings, with multiple populations. Each has helped me build an eclectic approach in my therapy. I believe in meeting the client "where they are," and a cookie-cutter approach does not work for everyone. I use cognitive behavioral, dialectic, brief solution-focused, and mindfulness techniques to assist my clients in meeting their therapeutic goals. I am a bit silly, a bit serious. I've been accused of being "too positive" and "brutally honest" at times, but I do believe in adapting and learning from every situation. It takes great courage and resilience to seek assistance from a total stranger, and it would be my honor to navigate in this journey with you. I am available Saturdays by appointment only.
Norma Clark
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and in Louisiana with over 12 years of experience in individual and group therapy, primarily in crisis and trauma. I have worked with clients of varying diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, psychosis, as well as substance abuse and dual diagnosis. Most of my clients have been adults, but, in addition, I have over two years of experience working with families, including couples, parents, children, and chronically suicidal teens. I have used all kinds of creative interventions, including art, music, animal-assisted, Tai Chi, yoga, mindfulness, writing, and life narrative. My primary goal is to help you identify, manage, and work through any emotional or behavioral problems that impede your quality of life. My role as a therapist is not to judge, but rather to listen and provide support while you work to face problems head-on. I will guide you to navigate to the root cause of your personal crisis, while learning valuable coping skills that will help you stabilize your mood and behaviors
Oyeyemi Alabi
Life is what we make out of it. All my life, I have always been eager to help others reach their maximum potential. I pursued a profession in counseling because I wholeheartedly believe that it is the best way to positively impact the lives of children and adults around the world but I am also extremely passionate in the field of both mental health and special education. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. I also specialize in providing services for parents whose children have Intellectual Disabilities (ID), Autism (AU), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Emotional Distress (ED). For the past 10 years, I have worked in a variety of settings, helping individuals as well as families to help develop a growing relationship with the individuals’ environment as well at their emotional and social well-being. My style is very warm and respecting, I will not only actively listen, empathize, and create a safe therapeutic environment for you but I will also tailor my methods and treatments specifically to meet your unique situation. I have worked in various settings including schools, private. We will work collaboratively by using techniques such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, which focuses using hands-on practical approach to changing reflective thought that will help develop change towards behavior and emotions. I also use Solution-Based Therapy to help grow the perspective of focusing on the present and future rather than the past in problem-solving. I also provide faith-based counseling services for those clients who have a strong religious belief and practice in Christianity. I am happy you clicked on my profile and are taking the step to seek help because it takes a lot of courage. Reach out and work with me because I am here to serve you. Years of Experience: 10
Kim Ferren
Hello! I'm Kim Ferren and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience, licensed in the state of Texas. I have a Master's in Counseling and have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I've worked in the clinical setting, in private practice, and in the in-patient hospital setting. My therapeutic approach can best be described as client-focused, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and family systems. It's important to me to provide a calm and safe environment where you know you will be listened to and not judged. The client/therapist relationship is a key component in successful therapy, so I strive to establish a good rapport, then we will work as a team to establish goals and move forward. Life presents many challenges, most of which we can confidently deal with; but there are times when we get stuck, or we've been deeply wounded, and we just don't know what to do. Asking for help is a great first step in finding your way through the tough moments.
Paul Hernandez Jr. LPC.S
Hello and Welcome, Struggling with thoughts and emotions? My name is Paul Hernandez and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a board-approved LPC-Supervisor in the state of Texas. On a national level, I am board certified in Professional Counseling by the American Psychotherapy Association. For the past 28 years, I have provided mental health counseling, group counseling, aggression control counseling, drug and addiction counseling, and career counseling. I am also a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist focused on helping clients overcome aggression control issues. As a college administrator, I have supervised departments related to counseling and mental health services for the past 24 years. Personally, I have provided mental health and career counseling to a variety of students and their families at my institution. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and aggression/addiction techniques. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. As a therapist, it is important for me to help my clients reach their goals and full potential. I look forward to being a part of your therapeutic journey! SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Self esteem Anger Management Education/Career Development Also experienced in: Trauma and abuse , Grief , Parenting issues. Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , Fatigue/burn-out Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Years of Experience: 28
Ashley Whitley
Has Life thrown you some curve balls? Do you feel lost, distracted or unfocused? I strive to work with children, adolescents, couples, individuals, veterans, and families. Despite the presentation of the problem there can be a way for you to feel more prepared for life's challenges. I utilize Solution Focused therapy to help a client build a foundation of self efficacy, perspective, support, and balance. I hope to provide a nonjudgmental and non-bias atmosphere that facilitates healing and growth. You may seek my services if you are feeling loss or lost, anxiety, suffering, hopelessness, or insecure. Do you want to find more direction in life, improve you relationships whether familial or romantic, need a new perspective that helps you gain more insight on life and your goals for life?
Madelyn Nance
I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbt-related 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.
Jillayne DiFrancesca
Hello! Congratulations on taking that first scary step on your road to achieving the life you want and deserve. My name is Jill DiFrancesca. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi. I have over fifteen years’ experience providing counseling to individuals seeking help with a variety of issues in multiple types of settings. I am a client-centered therapist who uses methods suited to each client's individual needs. My promise to you is to allow you to be heard without judgment in order to guide you to the answers that already reside within you that will enable you to achieve the change you seek.
Marlene Hood
My counseling philosophy is simple, “It is okay, not to be okay”. Many of us do not completely understand this essential and fundamentally important concept. The Counseling field is not simply a career for me; however, counseling is a calling for me to serve those in need by promoting a process of change that brings guidance and healing. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and individualized care. I enjoy working with teenagers, ages 13 to 18, adults and married couples. My heart beats for those who are in pain. I take pleasure in assisting clients learn healthy and therapeutic tools to cope with life’s curve balls. As a Texas and Louisiana Certified School Counselor for almost 20 years, I have extensive experience with ARD/IEP procedures, 504 plans, behavior intervention plans, crisis intervention, suicidal ideation, suicidal risk assessments and destructive thoughts. I specialize in individual counseling, anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, confidence, parenting guidance, physical and sexual trauma, marriage counseling and group therapy. 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 life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
Latosha Kessell
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.
Lisa Little
Are you feeling DEPRESSED or ANXIOUS lately? GRIEVING a loss? Feeling TRAUMATIZED? Do you find yourself lost in a RELATIONSHIP, a JOB or a BIG DECISION? Feeling TIRED and UNMOTIVATED in life? Sometimes we experience life transitions unexpectedly. It's important to find support and guidance to help you move through them. I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. 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.
Tammy Hicks
I am licensed professional counselor with 18 years of professional work experience. I received my bachelor's degree from University of Texas, Austin and my master's degree from St. Edward's University. I have worked in many different settings with various types of people. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationships, 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Allison Woolford
Hello! My name is Allison, and I am passionate about helping others to fully discover and grow to become their most authentic/true self. I believe it is important that we challenge ourselves and do hard work while also giving ourselves grace along the way. I enjoy working with those struggling with an eating disorder, body image distress, anxiety, mood disorders, and adjusting to life changes.
Corina Franck
I am licensed in Texas with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Jazz Washington
I am licensed in Texas with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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 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:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Crisis Text Line:Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Line<:Call 1-800-273-8255 (and press 1) or text 838255. For support for the deaf and hard of hearing community, please use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.
- Trevor Lifeline(LGBTQ Lifeline): (866)488-7386
- SAMHSA National Helpline: (Substance Use): (800)662-4357
- National Eating Disorder Association Helpline:1-800-931-2237 (M-Th: 9 AM-9 PM EST, Fri 9 AM - 5 PM EST
- Child Help Hotline Call 1-800-422-4453 or use the online chat featur
- National Anti-Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293)
- Physician Crisis Support Line: Call 1-888-409-0141 if you are a first responder or medical provider experiencing crises related to Covid-1
- Sexual Assault Hotline: Call RAINN at 1-800-656-4673
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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