Working with Texas 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 in Texas, 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 your home at a time that suits your schedule. 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.

 BetterHelp has joined with major insurance carriers in select states to provide in-network therapy coverage. Coverage may vary by plan, provider, and therapist availability. Insured members pay an average co-pay of around $19 per session. Average co-pay is based on current insured BetterHelp members. Explore insurance coverage in major Texas cities like Arlington, Lubbock, Plano, Corpus Christi, El Paso, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Austin.

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Julie Elliott

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LCSW 18740, TX LMFT 4067
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
32 years of experience

Greetings, I am Julie Elliott a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience. Currently living and working in my home state of Texas, I have international experience having worked in both Canada and the South Pacific. I received my Masters of Social Work from the University of Houston in 1990 and since earned the most advanced clinical social work license and was one of the first licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in Texas. I have expertise in numerous specialties including the following: Crisis Intervention, Addictions, Child and Adolescent Therapy, Family and Marriage Therapy, Sexual Trauma, and PTSD. I look forward to joining you on a new therapeutic journey.

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Jenny Canales

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 80154
Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

Hi! My name is Jenny and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, chronic mental illness, PTSD and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma, sexual abuse, survivors of human trafficking and emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and engaging, with a focus on the therapeutic relationship needed for our work together to be meaningful and effective. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, no matter what your background is or the details of your story. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and client centered counseling. I am also trained in the use of trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy to specifically address concerns related to trauma and PTSD. It takes courage to seek for 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 and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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Felicia Bessman

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 70625
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issues
10 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 10 years of professional counseling experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Rochelle Sladky

Offering therapy in Texas
License: CO LPC LPC.0020447, TX LPC 80236
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
5 years of experience

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with experience in providing therapy and coaching to clients. I have worked with clients from ages 10 and up with a multitude of presenting issues such as developmental trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, PTSD, self-esteem and self-identity issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. I came to the game late, getting my Bachelors and Masters in my 40's. I spent a lot of time in the business world, hiring, training and mentoring and I bring much of that experience to my therapy. I have worked with adolescents and adults that have experienced trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I have a varied experience coaching and mentoring young adults, women and single parents, both men and women. My experience is multifaceted working with individuals, families and parents separately. I believe the greatest agent of change is the relationship. Whether it is the relationship you have with a therapist, your spiritual relationship or a relationship with others. Relationships provide powerful impact for good and for bad. My focus in therapy is to meet a client where they are with unconditional positive regard and to use an approach that will work best as we work toward meeting therapy goals. With my experience, I truly believe I can help people heal their relationships and work through the struggles they face. I am here to support you through your journey.

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Otis Mann

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 67630
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementDepression
15 years of experience

I have worked with populations that have substance problems and who have been incarcerated, on probation, or parole. Very familiar with the military and aerospace industries. Although, I am extremely familiar with Christianity, secular counseling is important. Solution Focused Brief Therapy is my main interest because I feel the client knows him or herself better than any counselor. In this light, I become a helper rather than a therapist. I have used Written Exposure Therapy for Complex PTSD.

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Melissa Pierce

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 73854
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseAnger management
20 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with over 20 years of professional work experience in the field of mental health. 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. I look forward to working with you by providing a non-judgmental, safe space to work on the areas that you want or need to address. 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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Deborah Alexander

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 100685, LA LPC 7782
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesDepression
6 years of experience

As a licensed therapist serving Louisiana and Texas, I specialize in supporting young adults through life's complex challenges. My professional approach centers on addressing depression, anxiety, stress management, and parenting issues with compassion and cultural sensitivity. Drawing from my background, I create a welcoming therapeutic space that honors each client's unique experiences and cultural identity. My goal is to provide affirming, strength-based support that empowers individuals to navigate personal growth, develop resilient coping strategies, and cultivate meaningful change. I am committed to understanding each person's distinct journey and walking alongside them with genuine empathy and professional expertise.

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Adrian Maldonado

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 84928
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with multiple years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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 courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Jenita Blue

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LCSW 116030, LA LCSW 15403
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Louisiana with 3 years of professional work experience. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Carrie Follmar

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 72608
Relationship issuesParenting issuesADHD
6 years of experience

I am licensed in Texas with 6 years of professional work experience. 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. I like to use a strengths based approach in counseling and work with my clients toward a solution, but I also use Congitive Behavioral Therapy and psycho-education when needed. My primary focus in counseling is working with clients who have a connection to the struggles and challenges of ADHD. The challenges that may bring to the individual, or within the family can be confounding .I build strong relationships with clients and work toward giving my best for their good. I have years of experience working with students, family members and employees and others where a greater understanding of ADHD is needed. I would love to have the opportunity to talk to you about your challenges and look forward to that possibility!

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Geoffrey Stratton

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LCSW 63611
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
17 years of experience

Hello. I am licensed in Texas with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. 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 seek a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Chad Starrak

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LCSW 106445
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepressionCoaching
5 years of experience

Feeling stuck, anxious, or burned out? You’re not broken—you’re on a quest. Whether you're navigating trauma, chronic pain, performance blocks, or the weight of caregiving, I offer therapy that helps you reconnect with your inner strength and direction. I believe healing starts with being seen and understood—not pathologized. Together, we’ll make sense of your story, uncover what’s holding you back, and build toward clarity and momentum. I’m Chad Starrak, LCSW and founder of Questline Counseling in Kyle, TX. I work with teens, adults, creatives, and caregivers using a trauma-informed, neuroscience-backed approach. My sessions weave together EMDR, CBT, Narrative Therapy, IFS, and parts work—offering a structured yet compassionate space to address root causes, not just symptoms.

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Eric Bowyer

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 70280
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
12 years of experience

I have been working as an LPC in Texas for the last 12 years. My experience in helping clients varies in scope from relationship issues, trauma, abuse, healthy sexuality, anger management, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. My goal is to support you as you work through the challenges life has for you. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Our dialogue, treatment planning, and goal setting will be tailored to meet your specific needs and challenges. 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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Lakedra Brown

Offering therapy in Texas
License: TX LPC 94480
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression
15 years of experience

I help clients of all ages who desire clarity, emotional peace, and practical strategies to move forward. My approach is client-centered, solution-focused, and rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe in treating the whole person, not just managing symptoms. Every person I work with receives a tailor-made plan that honors their identity, faith, strengths, and lived experience. With over 15 years of experience as a Certified Life Coach, Certified Biblical Counselor, and now a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in helping clients overcome anxiety, depression, coping challenges, career stress, and purposeful life transitions. I support clients with OR without faith integration—faith is welcomed if desired but never forced or required. I understand that taking the step to begin counseling is a major milestone. Choosing therapy is choosing YOU—and I am willing to walk with you along your journey toward healing, alignment, and emotional wholeness. You don’t have to keep pushing through alone. If you’re ready to experience support, clarity, inner peace, and personal growth—let’s begin this process together. I’m here to help you heal, refocus, and rebuild your life from a place of strength and purpose.

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 BetterHelp therapists in Texas does not offer diagnostic or medication management services in therapy.

Why do people choose to work with a licensed counselor or therapists?

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, working with:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders requiring therapy
  • Anxiety disorders in need of therapeutic support
  • Depression or depressive mental health conditions
  • Adjustment issues in need of therapeutic support
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief therapy
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma therapy
  • Relationship conflicts and mental health concerns

Finding a therapist in Texas 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 therapy site. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the therapy 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 therapy with a licensed therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person Texas therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $70 to $100 per week. 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.

Is it possible to find a therapist, counselor, or psychology practitioner that offers affordable therapy?

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.

What can a psychologist help me with in therapy?

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 BetterHelp accept insurance?

Yes. BetterHelp has joined with major insurance carriers in select states to provide in-network therapy coverage. Coverage may vary by plan, provider, and therapist availability. Insured members pay an average co-pay of $19 per session. Average co-pay is based on current insured BetterHelp members. Explore insurance coverage in major cities like ArlingtonCorpus ChristiPlanoLubbockJacksonvilleMiamiTampaOrlandoSt. PetersburgPort St. LucieHialeahCape CoralTallahasse and Fort Lauderdale.

Are online therapy sessions 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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