Therapists in Temple, TX
Small people can do big things. No matter how insignificant you are, you can stand amongst the crowd by doing some great things in your life. However, you may feel insignificant, especially if you have depression, anxiety, and no goals in mind. Who can help you accomplish your goals? One person who can is a Temple-based counselor.
Temple is a small city, but has a thriving community for its size. It proves that something small can stand out. A counselor can show you how you can stand out. Talk to one today and realize that you do have potential to be the best person possible.
Melissa Childers-White
Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Melissa Childers-White. I am very excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you on BetterHelp as you seek life changes. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. Regarding my educational background, I was a Philosophy major at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, with minors in Psychology and Spanish. I also studied abroad for a semester each in Spain and in Denmark, and traveled in over 30 countries around the world - which has really helped me connect with other cultures, peoples and ways of life. My Masters in Counseling Psychology is from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, and included a counseling internship in medical, sex and cancer counseling. My goal in counseling will be to support you with empathy and without judgment to help you get to a place where you feel better, and to assist you in the solving of your challenges. We will focus on your inherent capacity to create your own growth and thrive and will develop a plan of action to meet your goals. My therapeutic approach is a holistic one where I blend elements from different approaches and tailor counseling according to each client’s unique needs. Tools like Socratic questioning, focusing on one's self talk Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help you clarify your thinking, its origins, assumptions and then develop possible alternative viewpoints to provide forward movement. I feel that live sessions are a much better tool than text or chat for moving forward on issues. Together we will keep taking one step at a time, at a pace that you choose. I generally check messages on BetterHelp a few times a day between 10 am and 6 pm each day, Monday through Friday, (not on weekends). 10 -6 (CT) is also the time I have available for sessions. My toolbox for helping people has also benefited from a career path that has expanded outside of the traditional mental health pathway - helping me build problem-solving and communication skills and an out-of-the-box approach to thinking across a variety of fields. After a number of recent years spent pursuing a dream of mine to design and create art and run my own art studio - a very creative and intriguing endeavor that I will continue doing after hours - I felt strongly called to make more of a contribution to others again through counseling. I looked forward to returning to providing a compassionate ear, thoughtful feedback, and skills for patients to move forward in their lives. I’m fascinated to find that working with my local city government collaborating with others to tackle community issues, other volunteering in my community and children’s schools, my previous pursuit of art, my philosophy studies, my experience in travel/study abroad and my beginning to meditate as a college student all contribute to the thought processes I derive from my counseling foundation. I thoroughly enjoy the online platform for counseling and have found it to work well for my patients. My strengths are in the areas of Mindfulness, meditation, stress, anxiety, emotions, asserting healthy boundaries, self-talk and CBT, medical illness issues, sex and intimacy, cancer counseling, coping strategies, relationship/ divorce issues, motivation, self-confidence, depression, grief/loss, finding deeper issues at play, healthy lifestyle creation, life changes, positive psychology, communication skills, and coping strategies. My invitation to each patient to engage their brain to work with mine offers a synergy that patients appreciate and find helpful in their efforts to take responsibility for and improve their own mental health. I applaud your courage in reaching out for help with your current struggle and would love to be that counselor with whom you find a connection to help you create a more fulfilling and happier life. It would be an honor and a pleasure to work with you. Melissa Childers-White, M.A., L.P.C.
Yuko Matsushima
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,CRC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Career difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
6 years offering treatment
Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas and also a certified rehabilitation counselor. I have been working in the field of human services for over 6 years. My specialities are working with individuals overcoming difficulties related to work, adjusting to the disabilities, developing career/life goals, and interpersonal issue. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including career challenges, life transitions and changes, and physical/mental disabilities, etc. I believe people have the abilities to make changes in their lives. I love to see people grow and become more empowered to make their own life choices. I am available in English and Japanese!
Tiaira Willis- Haynes
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem
6 years offering treatment
Hi, I am Tiaira Willis- Haynes. I have been providing therapeutic services for over 5 years. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is Nationally Certified. I received my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2018. My favorite theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I graciously believe how we think and behave plays a role in our current struggles. I also utilize Solution Focused Therapy when problems need to be resolved quickly. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and loved ones. I started this helping journey when I first entered college. As I navigated my way into adulthood, I found myself to always be the person others were drawn to in their time of need. I then learned my strongest therapeutic skills were being openminded while listening and showing empathy towards others. A high percentage of my caseload involves those struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, family or relationship conflict, domestic violence, parenting, life skills, and stress. The joy I get when I realize I am helping someone makes this career worthwhile. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, encourage, listen, and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Daniel Dyjak
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Texas with over nine years of professional work experience and over 50 years of life experiences. I have helped clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, PTSD and moral injury, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. We will tailor the dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I will support you in that process.
Arewa Banjoko
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
23 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Texas with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbt-related issues, bipolar disorder, & 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Rosario Mendoza
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
11 years offering treatment
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.
Jon Turner
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience with adolescents. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 hoping to help you make the journey through progress and change.
Christine Kobes
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with 6 years of providing therapy. I graduated from the University of Houston with a Masters of Social Work in 2002. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & 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.
David Woodrum
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Virginia, Colorado, Texas, and Nevada with over 20 years of combined professional experience in the mental health field (6 years of providing therapy). I have experience in a number of areas, and I'm focused on helping individuals with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. 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! Need an after hours therapist? I have live session availability after 6pm EST with some available time on weekends and very early mornings (6am to 8am). I recognize the needs of full time folks who struggle with finding someone outside of the normal 9 to 5 hours. Education Background: 2009-2012- Masters of Social Work, Radford University 2007-2009- Bachelor of Science: Human Services, Old Dominion University
Sabena Nanji
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
14 years offering treatment
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a licensed counselor in Texas with 14 years of experience helping people navigate life’s challenges. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with clients facing stress, anxiety, anger management, motivation struggles, self-esteem issues, depression, mood disorders, addiction, and the ups and downs of life transitions. What I’ve learned is that everyone’s journey is unique. That’s why I make it my goal to truly listen, treat you with kindness and respect, and work with you to create a plan that fits you—your goals, your challenges, and your strengths. Therapy is a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment. It’s not always easy to take that first step, but it’s one of the bravest things you can do for yourself. Just by being here, you’re showing courage, and I’m so proud of you for taking that step. I know life can sometimes feel overwhelming—like trying to find calm in the middle of a storm. But together, we’ll work on finding that calm and building the tools to weather whatever comes your way. Whether it’s finding balance, rediscovering your confidence, or simply feeling a little lighter, I’m here to walk alongside you. Let’s take it one step at a time, together.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Temple?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Temple that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Temple available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Temple therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Temple therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Temple region and in the state of Texas.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Temple can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Temple may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Temple offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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