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Couples therapists in Austin, TX


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I earned my Doctorate in Counselor Education from Sam Houston State University in 2015, following a Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Houston in 2003. My clinical specialty is working with young adults, adolescents, and families, with over five years of direct clinical experience.
In addition to my clinical work, I bring more than a decade of experience as a counselor educator at the university level. I also have over 20 years of experience in public education, including 13 years as a certified secondary school counselor. This diverse background allows me to support clients with a deep understanding of both academic and developmental challenges across the lifespan.
Together, we’ll navigate the highs and lows in a space that’s safe, supportive, and free of judgment. I believe healing and growth happen when you feel truly heard and understood. Just as pearls are shaped through pressure, our own resilience and beauty often emerge from life’s most difficult moments and I’m honored to walk beside you on that transformative journey.
Hi my name is Cordell Spears, and I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping people with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, culture/identity specific issues and issues related to neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism). I am trained as a generalist thus I am equipped to treat most issues that clients bring in. I also write gender reassignment surgery letters. In addition, I am Houstonian through and through even though I lived in the Chicagoland area for over a decade. I am an avid dog lover and gamer who also likes to be active and exercise.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and practical tools for lasting change. My clinical focus includes treating clients with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, trauma-related stress, life transitions and self-esteem issues. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence‐based practices that support emotional healing and healthy relationships.
I believe everyone can improve their quality of life
Hello, my professional background includes 20 years of working with Veterans, First Responders, their family members, and the public at large. I earned my Master's degree in 2007 and my Doctorate in 2013 both in Counseling Psychology. My specialties include PTSI (post-traumatic stress injury), self-medication, depression, and anxiety.
About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Austin, TX



- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Relationship issues
- 94%Depression
- 82%Stress management
- 82%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 59%Cigna
- 59%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 47%Ascension
- 41%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

- 100%English
- 4%Spanish
- 2%German
- 2%Gujarati
- 2%Italian

- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only

- 80%Woman
- 20%Man

- 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 18%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 71%Couples therapy
- 45%Family therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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Find the right couples therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Austin
Finding couples therapists in Austin starts with understanding what you want to work on together. Austin couples therapy may focus on communication patterns, recurring conflict, trust after infidelity, major life transitions, parenting disagreements, or intimacy concerns. Not all therapists have specific training in couples counseling, so look for licensed marriage and family therapists, or therapists who list couples-focused approaches such as the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy in their profiles.
Austin has a large mental health care market, with therapists across areas like downtown Austin, South Congress, North Austin, and nearby communities. Having many options can make the search harder for two people with different schedules, location needs, and preferences. Some couples prefer in-person sessions near work or home, while others choose virtual appointments to make shared scheduling easier. As you compare Austin marriage counseling options, review each therapist’s bio for their approach, availability, session structure, and whether they offer a brief consultation to assess fit.
Couples therapy in Austin can be expensive without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for couples counseling in Austin by insurance, availability, specialty, and appointment format. You can review therapist profiles, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from therapists who are accepting new patients, making it easier to find relationship counseling that matches your needs and your plan.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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