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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Derek Durst

Offering therapy in Texas
License: M.S.,LPC
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
4 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor / Licensed Mental Health Counselor licensed in the states of Texas, Colorado, and Washington. I graduated in 2016 from Angelo State University with a Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology. I have been providing counseling services for the past three years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, mania, audio/visual hallucinations, and substance abuse. I have also worked with many clients who have experienced past trauma and including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm, energetic, inviting, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect, as well as approaching issues with sensitivity and compassion . It is my goal to create a safe place for people to feel comfortable in sharing their life's story. My counseling approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy with attributes of psychotherapy and person-centered therapy. I will tailor our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I have a passion for working along side people in their journey of life. It takes courage to reach out for help and assistance, but it is the first step toward making a change. I am here to provide the support and empower you if you are ready to take that step. I look forward to working with you!

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Dallassa Hale

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LMHC,LPC
Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years of experience

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in both Texas and Florida as well as an Air Force veteran with experience in deployments. I earned my Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and am qualified to provide EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy. I have worked in a private practice and clinic setting helping individuals and families with issues related to depression, anxiety, life changes, PTSD, anger management, and improving relationships. My availability for one-on-one live sessions are typically mid-day, with occasional evenings upon request. My counseling style is a combination of warm and empathetic, along with tactful honesty and accountability. I believe in mutual respect and compassion. I encourage my clients to be honest with me and if something is not working, to speak up and tell me. I believe in allowing my clients to take ownership of their therapy and gain skills in advocating for themselves and their loved ones. I also believe in understanding the human condition of imperfection and we all make mistakes. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psycho-education, mindfulness, and humanistic treatment approaches. I understand that sometimes all a person needs is an attentive ear, but also quick and useful solutions to problematic symptoms or issues. I will create a balance within my counseling style based on your particular needs and preferences. I also enjoy adding an element of humor in my treatment when it is appropriate. It takes a great amount of courage to ask for help. I look forward to helping you through your journey and learning more about yourself. My goal is to help empower you to improve what is working well for you and give you the tools to help change what is not working for you. I look forward to starting this new journey with you!

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LaShaunn Bold

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

I have been a practicing Social Worker for nearly 30 years in the DFW area. In addition to my practice experience, my 20 years of experience as a faculty member at a local university allows me to empathize and support young adults who may be transitioning from college to work. I also have extensive experience working with families of all ages who have difficulties with stress and communication. I specialize in working with individuals and families to heal and join together to become healthy, whole members of their homes and communities. I believe I encourage others to successfully navigate what can often be a difficult life path. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, & talk therapy. I use solution focused methods and educate clients on how to use that will help develop long term success. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is a working team that begins with assessing the situation, setting goals, and developing a plan. I can help any person who has difficulty with relationships at home or work. I am available for individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed and misdirected. My passion is helping others help themselves. I look forward to working together to help you navigate life. Once you have selected to work with me, I will contact you within 24 hours to get started. I will likely contact you sooner than that. However, if it is an emergency, please follow the guidelines indicated for clients of BetterHelp. Call 911 if you believe you are in a crisis situation. Again, I look forward to working with you.

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Shannon Davis

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LPC
Depression
5 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I hold a Baccalaureate degree (BA) in Humanities and a Master’s degree (MS) in Counseling. My formal education and professional experience have prepared me to counsel individuals, couples, families and groups My primary theoretical approach is cognitive behavior therapy. This is a short-term, goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. My goal is to change patterns of thinking or behavior that are behind client’s difficulties, and so change the way they feel. I am committed to helping all individuals. I understand asking for help can be challenging and uncomfortable for some. My goal is to create a space where the client can be open, vulnerable, and communicate their feelings without judgment. I work with clients from all backgrounds and cultural settings. I personally invite you to experience finding hope within yourself to navigate through life. I invite clients to my office. It’s warm and welcoming. Our first session is a Consultation. During this session we will discuss why you have chosen to seek counseling as a solution to your needs. The next few sessions will involve an evaluation of your needs. I will be able to offer you some first impressions of what our work will include and a treatment plan to follow, if you decide to continue with therapy. Therapy involves a large commitment of time and resources such as money and mental and emotional energy, so it is important to select the right therapist to work with you and your family.

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Lindsey Taylor

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

Welcome! I commend you for taking the courageous step towards building a therapeutic connection. It's a significant decision to seek counseling, and I am honored to accompany you on your journey to overcome any challenges you may be encountering. As a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas, I bring eight years of valuable experience as a school counselor, working extensively with children aged 4-10 and their families. Additionally, I have three years of experience with BetterHelp and my private practice. My expertise lies in assisting individuals dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem challenges, and grief. Being the spouse of a first responder, I am particularly passionate about supporting those navigating the unique challenges often associated with such professions. In my approach to treatment, I prioritize a client-centered method. This means providing you with a non-judgmental space, empathetic listening, and an opportunity to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I also incorporate techniques from solution-focused and cognitive-behavioral therapies to enhance the therapeutic process. My commitment is to ensure that every client feels at ease and that a foundation of trust is established between us. Your well-being and growth are my priorities, and I look forward to working collaboratively with you.

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Lisa Golightly

Offering therapy in Texas
License: MA,LPC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
10 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Texas with over 10 years of experience working as a counselor. I have worked with clients with an array of concerns including relationship issues, depression, parenting problems, anxiety, stress. My counseling style is one of making sure that each client feels heard and safe. My belief is that it is very important to the counseling process that each client is respected and shown compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and client-centered counseling. All communication and strategies will be designed to meet your individual needs. It is not always easy to admit that one may need help with navigating issues in life. I am here to offer you support in moving forward with finding the strength you may be seeking to regain your balance. I look forward to working with you!

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Peter Mburu

Offering therapy in Texas
License: LPC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSleeping disordersDepression
7 years of experience

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Texas. Before moving to Texas 5 years ago, I was an LPC at Michigan. I have an extensive experience working with adult experiencing mental illness. For the last three years I have been working with young adult experiencing psychosis for the first time in their life (early onset). I am also licensed as an LCDC-I in Texas. I have experience working with individuals struggling with chemical dependence. My other counseling experiences include working with: International students, refugees, Christian counseling (I have seminary training) and those struggling with severe medical conditions. My goal in counseling is to assist you develop coping skills to help you reach your life potential. I have experience and training in CBT, DBT and Motivational interviewing. I am glad that you are seeking help for this is the first step toward mental health wellness. I am looking forward working with you.

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Peggy Wright

Offering therapy in Texas
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
23 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I am happy to work with marginalized people from all walks of life and welcome the LGBTQ community. 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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Terry Hatherley

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

I am licensed in Texas with over 10 years of professional counseling experience. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained with Gottman Couples Counseling Level 3. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment to empower change in lives. I believe counseling is a collaborative process to guide you on the journey of positive change and new directions. I utilize multiple counseling modalities to enhance your therapy experience such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness, and Person Center Counseling to give you tools to empower life changes. I am passionate to guide you on this journey for new directions. Thank you for having the courage to take the first step in new life directions!

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Carla Pinto

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
12 years of experience

Inner Child Therapy I help courageous, committed, and open-minded individuals who are experiencing a pattern of either anxiety, conflict, and or unhappiness fuel by their relationships with others and or themselves who will accept me as their guide to help them feel safe and empowered in their lives. As an inner child therapist, I will help you achieve this through a road map filled with tips, tools and mini lessons that will support you so that you can have the life you deserve. We will always start therapy by talking about your issue at hand. After, we will dive into the inner child therapy transformation. What you repeat gets ingrained. And we have a lot of limiting beliefs ingrained in us. To break from them we must start by first getting clear of what it is that we want our new life to look like. Get ready to challenge your beliefs. To feel a lot of feelings like anger and sadness while you go through this journey. I am here to guide you, but you will be the one doing the work. The core of this therapy is learning how to have a conversation with your subconscious. All the while you learn about yourself and take a clear look at what your life looks like at this moment. Get ready to do charts, vision boards, do exercises, talk about your family dynamics, receive tips (how not to take things personal, how to make a decision based on your values, how to encourage yourself to do when you don’t have the motivation) among other things. The results are life changing. There is a before and an after. All you must do is make a decision to do it.

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Lisa McDermott

Offering therapy in Texas
Trauma and abuseDepression
17 years of experience

I'm Lisa and I'm excited to get to know you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with 16 years of professional work experience. I proudly earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin; Hook 'em Horns! I have experience in helping clients in areas including depression, anxiety, family conflict, trauma, and physical/emotional abuse. In addition, I have a passion for working with children and teenagers. I have a warm, gentle, and empathic therapy style. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My extensive experience in working with diverse populations has helped me develop the empathy and knowledge that I have today. My approach is focused on humanistic therapy in order to help you with living your most fulfilling life. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am looking forward to supporting and empowering you in that process!

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Madelyn Garner

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

Hello! My name is Madelyn Garner and I am licensed in Texas with 16 years of professional work experience. I have a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology, a Licensed Psychological Associate-Independent Practice (LPA-I), Licensed School Psychologist (LSSP) and a special certification as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS). I have experience in helping clients with coping skills, social skills, executive functioning skills and so much more. I believe that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you and I would love to help you take the steps to find more courage, energy and joy in your life.

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Erin Harris

Offering therapy in Texas
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 7 years of professional work experience in the area of counseling. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 tremendous courage. I am passionate about helping you achieve those goals and here to support you in that process.

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Jacquenlyn Amerson

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
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, family conflicts, 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. 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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Carlene Osunmo

Offering therapy in Texas
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
10 years of experience

I am a licensed Mental Health Therapist based in Texas. I have over a decade of professional work experience and have helped clients manage stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, anger management, motivation, and self-esteem. I respect the dignity and autonomy of the clients I serve. I believe you are the expert on your story and have the strength to overcome life’s challenges with my expert collaborative assistance. I understand that it takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward making changes, which is why I am here to guide, support, and 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:

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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