Find a Licensed Online Therapist in Cottonwood Shores, TX

Hi there! My name is Rachel Portlock. I have been counseling for 6 years. I am a Professional School Counselor as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the great State of Texas. When we work together, I like to create a safe, judgement free, welcoming atmosphere, where we discover what you want to work on. I am here to journey along with you, as you discover changes, goal settings, boundaries, and/or new opportunities in your life. The approaches I like to use are Solution- focused, Person- Centered, Cognitive Behavior therapy & Mindfulness approach tailored to fit your needs. I'm open to finding the best approach you need to help you be the BEST you, you can be! I can't wait to journey beside you and help you become the best you possible. "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just the way I am, then I can change"- Carl Rodgers

As a licensed therapist in Oklahoma, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional challenges. My practice centers on empowering clients experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma-related concerns. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to addressing issues like self-esteem, communication barriers, isolation, and healing from difficult life experiences. My work is deeply rooted in understanding the unique intersections of identity, focusing particularly on women's experiences, young adult transitions, multicultural challenges, and navigating prejudice and discrimination. I'm committed to creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotional journeys, develop resilience, and cultivate self-love. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients work through anxiety, attachment issues, posttraumatic stress, and challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth, and family dynamics. My approach honors each individual's strength and inherent capacity for growth and healing.

As a licensed therapist in Texas, I bring 25 years of compassionate professional experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenging life transitions, interpersonal dynamics, and personal growth. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and stress management with a deeply empathetic approach. My therapeutic work focuses on supporting individuals through diverse experiences, including workplace stress, relationship dynamics, life purpose exploration, and personal identity development. I am particularly committed to creating a supportive environment for women, young adults, and individuals experiencing significant life transitions. I approach therapy as a collaborative journey, emphasizing self-discovery, emotional resilience, and meaningful personal transformation. My goal is to help clients develop robust coping strategies, enhance communication skills, and cultivate greater self-understanding and compassion.

I am licensed in Louisiana and Texas with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients of all ages, races, sexual orientation, and backgrounds with anger management, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, sexual identity, & 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 or bias. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Texas with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, & depression. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

You may look like you’re handling life well – career, responsibilities, showing up for others – but inside you feel tense, restless, or mentally stuck. Maybe your thoughts loop. Maybe stress from work follows you home. You wake up already on edge and wonder, “How do I stop feeling like this?” Many of the adults and couples I work with – especially men in their late 30s through 50s – aren’t looking to be analyzed endlessly. They want clarity. They want tools. They want to show up better in their lives and relationships. Therapy with me is steady, practical, and collaborative. I start by listening to understand your world. We identify strengths, barriers, and small, realistic changes for meaningful results. Clients and couples often gain sudden clarity – feeling calmer, more grounded, and better equipped to handle stress and improve how they connect. My clients report feeling more regulated with their family, recovering faster after stress, and speaking to themselves with greater kindness. I don’t “fix” people; I help you reconnect with your inner compass so you can feel more at home in your body, your relationships, and your life. I'd love to help you get started.

I am pleased that you have selected Betterhelp and me to reach out to for therapy. My name is Vanessa Costello and I am licensed in Arizona, Oklahoma and Texas with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and have worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor with a varied clientele. I have worked with children, teens, young adults, adults and seniors at various counseling agencies. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, & depression utilizing a Biblical Christian perspective alongside other treatment modalities. I have expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma focused therapy. My goal in counseling is to foster a collaborative, healing relationship that provides safety for healing and growth for each of my clients. 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 takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in the state of Texas with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, parenting issues, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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.

I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, concentration, & memory. I also have experience working with focus. 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!

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re facing anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or major life transitions, you don’t have to navigate it alone. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where individuals, couples, and families can explore challenges, gain insight, and move toward lasting emotional healing and stronger relationships. I specialize in helping clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, and stress. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and family systems therapy, I help clients understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck and develop practical tools for meaningful change. I am particularly passionate about working with couples and families who want to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and restore connection. I also provide faith-integrated counseling for clients who wish to incorporate spiritual values into their healing journey.

Our resilient spirit helps us get through many difficulties and obstacles throughout our lives, but sometimes we come across something that can threaten to hurt us, hold us back or even keep us stuck. Engaging in the therapeutic process can help alleviate these feelings of overwhelmedness, hopelessness or fear. My therapeutic approach is one of authenticity and trust to create a safe environment where you can explore and engage in ways to cope with the issues you choose to address. This therapeutic relationship can lead to healing changes and release of emotional distress in a true collaborative way. My role is to meet you where you are in the process in a non-judgmental and positive way towards the goals or changes you envision as possible.

As a licensed therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life's complex challenges. My approach centers on empowering clients through compassionate, culturally responsive care. I have expertise in addressing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self-esteem, and life transitions. My therapeutic work focuses on helping young adults and individuals experiencing social anxiety, communication difficulties, and personal growth obstacles. I'm particularly passionate about supporting clients through workplace issues, family dynamics, and periods of significant change. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore self-love, develop coping strategies, and work towards meaningful personal transformation. My background as a therapist of color allows me to bring unique insights and understanding to our therapeutic relationship. I believe in meeting each person exactly where they are, honoring their individual journey, and collaboratively developing strategies that promote healing, resilience, and authentic self-discovery.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I bring over 10 years of clinical experience working with individuals in both group and individual settings, along with 20 years of supporting families through crisis, life transitions, and end-of-life challenges. I am a Certified Trauma Competent Professional (CTCP) and Anger Management Certified. I specialize in helping teenagers, adults, and couples navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, and substance use challenges. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My approach centers on understanding each person's unique journey, with a particular focus on addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth that is rooted in your WHY. As a woman, I bring cultural sensitivity and a deep commitment to creating a safe, non-judgemental, and affirming therapeutic space. My practice specializes in helping clients navigate diverse experiences, including social anxiety, self-esteem challenges, communication difficulties, and personal transformation. I offer supportive guidance for children, adolescents, young adults, and individuals facing multicultural concerns, workplace stress, and interpersonal dynamics that are come from childhood trauma and present trauma. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients develop resilience, explore self-love, and work through complex emotional landscapes. Whether you're struggling with isolation, seeking purpose, or working through life transitions, I'm here to support your healing journey with empathy, respect, and professional expertise. I live by, "Hurt People Hurt People. Healed People Have Different Conversation and Dreams."