I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 40 years of experience in the helping professions, including 15 years of work as a licensed counselor. Therapy offers the opportunity for personal exploration, insight and change to work through difficult times toward a healthy adjustment. I will work at your pace to address the issues you are facing and promote an improved quality of life.
I have worked with many people who have experienced grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, troubled relationships, or spiritual distress. In these times, a trained guide makes the difference in overcoming the obstacles and building a new life. I believe my breadth of experience, compassion, and insight will be useful in addressing your concerns.
I often use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on both thought patterns and behaviors. Discovering new viewpoints, confronting actions that hinder adjustment, and mastering new skills provide a powerful force to move us toward our goals. Hundreds of studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of this tool to bring positive change. As the need arises I may also utilize Acceptance Commitment Therapy or Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma.
Spirituality is often a vital element is strengthening the work toward wellness. I respect each client’s spiritual perspective as unique. I hold a progressive faith that believes in the love, goodness and redeeming power of God to work in every life.
Seeking help requires great courage. I hope you will take a step forward to find a new path toward a better life. Let's work together on it!
Professional experience
15 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Post-traumatic stress
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Services offered
Video
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License information
TX LPC 64754
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rev. Larry Payne. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I worked with Larry in the past and had a great experience. I have tried other counselor's but none of them were able to listen and encourage me to work through my stumbling blocks. Larry provided me with tools that have equipped me to help myself. I was thrilled to find Larry again because he the best counselor that I have had and good counselors are not easy to find.
Written on Mar 01, 2024 after therapy with Larry for 4 years and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have recommended BetterHelp to others who have benefited as I have from the excellent services offered. I will continue to do so and can’t say enough about the ease in using and reliability of this app and as a mental health services provider.
My therapist, Larry Payne, has been terrific and I’ve benefited tremendously from his guidance and advice in my journey towards understanding who I am and why and how this affects my relationships. The tools and methods Larry has advised for self examination, discussions, and understanding relationships has been very effective.
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Larry for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Larry is just great. He does his homework before your session which I greatly appreciate. He seems to always come prepared. He listens, he truly cares about you, and works with you as a team.
Written on Jul 08, 2023 after therapy with Larry for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I’ve worked with Dr. Larry for the past four years. I have never felt more heard, celebrated, and valued than I do with Dr. Larry. It was a safe place to air out frustrations, disclose years of shame or guilt, and question the things I believed! He helped me envision a better and healthier self through counseling! I’m forever grateful for working with Dr.Larry during the darkest and hardest years of my life! Thank you!
Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with Larry for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coaching
Larry has been significant in my growth and self-realization. I couldn't ask for a more understanding and supportive counselor!
Written on Aug 16, 2022 after therapy with Larry for 3 years and 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Larry is so wonderful!
Written on Aug 03, 2022 after therapy with Larry for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
I’m so thankful to have found Mr. Payne. He works with you. Genuinely cares and won’t give you positive over rated quotes. He treats me and my situations like an individual. I have a hard time expressing myself and he organized my thoughts.
Written on Mar 19, 2022 after therapy with Larry for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Larry Payne has been a huge help in getting me through a difficult time in my life. He is kind and really listens to you. I enjoy being able to message him because I have young kids and sometimes it is difficult to get my thoughts together when things are hectic. I can go back and re-read his advice which is a great help too.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
He’s wonderful and encouraging!
Written on Jan 24, 2022 after therapy with Larry for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
Already referred Marissa and Abraham for counseling
Written on Jul 30, 2021 after therapy with Larry for 7 months
Larry, you've already been an incredible help simply by validating my experiences as painful and adverse. I've had 5 different therapists in my lifetime and I will say, so far you've been the most helpful, on-target, quite possibly most validating, and so far least painful and most hopeful experience. Somehow, you've created a space where I haven't been breaking down crying every visit, your sessions are very forward-looking and not putting me in a position where I am re-living trauma or painful experiences like a few of my past therapists. Thank you.
Written on May 21, 2021 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Been great so far! Excited to continue the process.
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Larry for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very accepting
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
I have been working with Larry for a few months now. I will say that I think it took few/several sessions for us to get to know each other. Since then, I think Larry understands the person within me. He listens and listens intently. He's offered great feedback and extra work for me to do to understand what further work I need to heal. I would definitely recommend him if their needs meet Larry's expertise. He's a great individual and therapist!
Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Larry for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Larry is so kind and accepting. Very calm and patient.
Written on Feb 23, 2021 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
Larry is a great active listener and has the ability to put my feelings to words that make sense after I ramble on and on. That focus really helps.
Written on Oct 17, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Larry has such a good memory for what I tell him, I paused my counseling for about 6 months and he remembered everything we had discussed months later
Written on Sep 23, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Larry has been very considerate and attentive to my needs.
Written on Sep 15, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
I have never been through professional counseling before in my lifetime. However, Larry is the most amazing and well versed counselor in his profession. I would recommend him to anyone needing counseling.
Written on Sep 15, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
Larry has helped me walk through one of the most traumatic experiences of my life. His encouragement and insights have been critical and a powerful force to help me move forward.
Written on Aug 01, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
He's highly experienced, always helpful, and compassionate.
Written on Jul 20, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Larry is a terrific counselor. He makes me feel heard and understood. He also has equipped me with valuable tools that have helped me in starting to accept myself. These tools have also helped me to combat irrational thoughts and to be kinder to myself.
Before I was accustomed to counselors mostly listening to my problems and giving their insight. However, Larry goes a step above and shows me how I have the power to control and change certain things. It truly has been empowering.
Written on May 12, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
I have already recommended BetterHelp to several people. Larry is great!
Written on May 07, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Larry does an excellent job of fostering self discovery while tactfully directing the conversation as needed. His kind demeanor promotes a therapeutic relationship and makes sharing tough topics easier.
Written on Apr 30, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Larry is supportive and consistently responsive. He provides practical help and gets back to me so quickly. In between sessions, I'm always confident what next-steps I can be taking to make progress in the direction of my goals, and can share with him along the way as I make adjustments or struggle following through. Larry has been so helpful and such an encouragement!
Written on Apr 03, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and family conflicts
Larry has helped me make strides in my personal life that wouldn't have been possible without his help and expertise. Through our sessions, I have learned to esteem myself in high regard, i've learned how to navigate life's challenges and have learned what normal is. He has helped me in more ways than I can count. I am so thankful for him.
Written on Mar 25, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 1 year
I finally see hope after talking with Larry!!
Written on Feb 17, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I was on the fence for a lot of things, I was lost in my on fog of bad thoughts and vibes. 2 weeks isn't enough to truly say things have progressed far, but baby steps in the right direction from his words and worksheets have brighten my outlook. Very respectful of my situation and responds in a timely fashion. I trust Larry to point me in the right direction.
Written on Feb 14, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
Thank you for your help your feedback helps me get through my day easily
Written on Jan 16, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
I’m very glad that I have him as my counselor. I have never felt so confident in revealing my personal information with somebody before. I come from a different background but he has always been so supportive. I’m still having problems now but because of him I’ve been able to do a lot of things in my life that I never thought that I would do before.
Written on Jan 11, 2020 after therapy with Larry for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Larry is very prompt with his responses and very empathetic and caring in his responses. He also gives homework that helps me better myself.
Written on Dec 04, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 3 months
I feel like I'm journaling, and getting helpful responses! This is awesome and you don't have to make an appointment or skip work to communicate with your counselor.
Written on Nov 08, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
A great counselor, it’s my first time and I was very nervous but he’s very understanding but also very informative. Highly recommend!!
Written on Oct 19, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
Larry is awesome. He understands you, empathizes and even offers techniques to overcome the issues that you are dealing with.
Written on Aug 27, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
Larry Payne is a caring and understanding counselor. He allows you to be where you are and he meets you there.... it is good to know there is someone who listens and guides you with wisdom and kindness. I would recommend him to anyone who wanted a great Christian Counselor.
Written on Aug 13, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
I had been struggling to get started with counseling when I signed up for Faithful Counseling. I shared what my main concerns and reasons for wanting counseling were. Larry Payne responded promptly...and even though I ignored him (because I was anxious about starting), he persisted and let me know that he was praying for me and there if I needed to talk. I appreciated that. I have also appreciated his continued prompt responses.
Written on Jul 28, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
I am so grateful for Larry and his support.
Written on Jul 24, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Larry is a kind, friendly, and wise counselor.
Written on Jul 18, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Within the few short weeks I've spent with Larry, I am impressed that he can quickly pinpoint areas on which to work. Our contact is primarily once a day via email and we both have busy schedules, I'm sure. So he seems to have great time management skills and has been very responsive. I'm grateful for what I've received so far. Thank you Larry! Thank you Betterhelp !
Written on Jul 11, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
Larry does a wonderful job of listening and meeting you with genuine empathy and understanding right where you are. I’ve appreciated his boldness in validating the hard things while gently offering insight into next steps toward a greater balance of health in the midst of those hard things. The practical approaches combined with//rooted in faith have been excellent.
Written on Jun 17, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
He is a very diligent and skilled counselor and very much interested in helping his client actually fix there problems rather than just hearing them out.
Written on May 16, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks
Larry listens to me and asks questions that help me be strong and reflective. He gives me strategies to work through the most difficult days and even moments. He is also flexible.
Written on Jan 31, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Larry has been extraordinarily helpful with setting some goals for me and driving me forward to meet those goals. He provides insight and perspective that helps shift my focus from negative to positive thinking. Our interactions have been helpful every time and if he can't get back to me right away for any reason, he will send me a message to let me know when he intends to get back with me. Overall, this has been a great experience and I look forward to making progress as time goes on.
Written on Jan 27, 2019 after therapy with Larry for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
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