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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Ingrid Johnson

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA, LPC,NCC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionADHD
21 years of experience

Greetings and thank you for reading about me! I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified school counselor. I have 17 years of counseling experience. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment. I work with you to to sort out the details of your life and provide appropriate resources to empower you. I have extensive training on stress and anxiety alleviation techniques. My counseling approach is embedded in person-center therapy. I believe the client knows him/herself best. My role is to help you achieve successful outcomes and work towards positive resolutions. Additionally, I incorporate cognitive behavior therapy. This approach allows me to guide clients in reducing stress and learning to focus on day-to day challenges, thoughts and behaviors. I look forward to helping you uncover the tools you already posses to improve and manage your life. Generally, I respond to messages during the evening hours as quickly as I can. However, on the rare occasion it takes me longer, I may be attending to other clients and or professional/personal responsibilities. I sincerely appreciate your patience. We are in this together; our therapy relationship would be a partnership. You have taken the first step by seeking therapy, let's begin our work on the journey to your healing process. You deserve to have the life you envision. In my spare time, I love to jog and walk my dog. I am married with two daughters.

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Paul Hernandez Jr. LPC.S

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC,CART
AddictionsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficulties
33 years of experience

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

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Angelica quick

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC-S
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression
20 years of experience

Welcome! My name is Angelica Quick. I hold a master’s degree in counseling, and I am a National Board Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) in the state of Texas. I have more than 25 years of experience as a mental health professional including direct counseling as well as case management and service coordination for individuals with mental illness as well as intellectual developmental disabilities. I have aided in accessing medical, social and educational services that help individuals and families achieve a better quality of life. I have extensive experience in effective counseling, crisis prevention and management, assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic activities. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families. I integrate an eclectic approach by focusing on the emotional, physical, mental and social wellbeing of each client. I provide therapy for marital and relationship problems, family dysfunction, issues with adolescents along with grief recovery. I have worked with clients diagnosed as bipolar and schizophrenic and persons working to overcome drug and alcohol addiction. Upon request, I can serve clients who desire a faith-based approach as well. My goal as a counselor is not to change you. Change is your choice. My goal is to build awareness, compassion, understanding, respect, empathy and acceptance toward self and others and to develop one’s full potential and ability to cope. I look forward to working with you.

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Karen Walker

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC, LMHC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
15 years of experience

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience working as therapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems. I have worked with many couples for relationship repair, communication skills, and pre-marital counseling. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, without judgment. My approach combines person centered, solution focused counseling styles. 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. I look forward to working with you!

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Melissa McClain

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
5 years of experience

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas with over 4 years of experience working as an psychotherapist. I have worked with clients from a broad range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, racial discrimination, and trauma. Furthermore, I have worked in the field of social work and mental health for over 4 years assisting individuals and families connected with local community agencies who aide with providing support during homelessness, domestic violence, suicide prevention, and substance usage. My counseling style is very empathetic, mindful and client-centered, yet direct and straightforward. I believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity but most importantly I pride myself on demonstrating compassion for all and being sensitive to the needs of others. It takes a great deal of courage to seek professional help and even more courage to implement change. However, if you are ready to take the next steps to begin living a more fulfilling and self-empowered lifestyle, I’d love to help guide you along the way. I look forward to working with you.

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Kristin Ray

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC-S
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
9 years of experience

What do you need? Someone to listen? Someone to help you reframe negative intrusive thoughts? An encouraging voice in your corner helping you get back your spark? Therapy is what you make it, when we work together you decide how I can help you achieve your goals. I am a trauma informed therapist committed to helping you learn how to unlock your full potential. My work focuses on decreasing anxious feelings and feelings of sadness while targeting healthy coping skills that work for you. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to help you get back to where you were or to where you’d like to be. I have a Master of Science in Counseling, I am EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) trained, and I am a CPT (cognitive processing therapy) approved provider. I believe I can help you get to where you'd like to be and I look forward to working with you.

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Rosario Mendoza

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
11 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & anger management. 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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Christanne Brunner

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of therapy experience and 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, & depression. I am experienced with solution focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and cognitive processing therapy. I have found Gottman therapy techniques to create additional communication pathways with couples therapy. 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. I believe that all people have the ability to work through the barriers that they encounter. Everyone has the potential within to grow, to learn, to teach, and to find the meaning in their life. My profile includes additional information about me.

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Virgen Garcia

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem
10 years of experience

My name is Virgen Garcia. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Florida with 7 years of experience as a therapist. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from Barry University in Miami, Florida. I speak both English and Spanish. I use different approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, client-centered, and motivational interviewing. I have experience working with individuals struggling with negative self-talk, low self-esteem, substance use, depression, anxiety, and history of trauma. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in meeting the client where they are and using reflective questions to guide sessions and change. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes great courage to seek help to start your process for change, self-discovery, and healing. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support you. I look forward to working with you.

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Melisa Smith

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, & abuse. I also have experience working with 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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