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Top therapists in Desoto, TX accepting new patients
Find mental health support in DeSoto, TX across neighborhoods like Cedar Hill, Lancaster, and Duncanville. Headway connects you with 9,410 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance and sessions available as soon as tomorrow.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I can assist in addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, behavior issues, emotional regulation, anger management, relationship and peer issues, and life stressors.
I was born and raised in Southern California, but moved to Texas in 2007. I earned a Bachelors of Art degree in Psychology from California State University, San Bernardino. I earned her Masters in Social Work from Loma Linda University in Southern California.
Feel free to take a look at my Psychology Today profile:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1401806
I am dual licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have extensive experience working in private practice and residential treatment for addiction and severe mental health. In addition to my MA for counseling I also have a Master of Theology and enjoy working with individuals navigating their spirituality.
Hello, and welcome. I’m Teresa Draper, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I earned my Master's from Capella University, and I specialize in helping couples strengthen their connection and build a healthy foundation for the future.
Hi, I’m Joe Corley, a Licensed Therapist and Mental Wellness Consultant with over 20 years of experience in education and mental health. I hold master's degrees in both Education and Counseling, and my passion lies in helping individuals, especially Black men and women, heal from past traumas and step into their most authentic selves. My practice focuses on trauma-informed therapy, relationship challenges, emotional resilience, and breaking generational cycles. Whether you're navigating personal struggles, relationship conflicts, or seeking deeper self-awareness, I provide a safe and supportive space to help you grow. Let’s do the work together.
I am a LPC in private pratice. I have work with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma. I utilize a combination of psychoeducation, skills-building, and talk therapy to help my clients achieve their goals. I have had the honor of working with people of all backgrounds and bringing cultural awareness to the therapeutic connection.
As a therapist, I believe that therapy should be anti-racist, LGBTQ+ and gender-affirming, intersectional, and inclusive.
I help people develop healthier strategies for meeting their needs, especially in relationships. If you have been impacted by stress, trauma, or loss, or if things just aren't working, please get in touch. With over 10 years of experience providing care, I am ready to help you!
I have a Ph.D in Counseling. I've been a therapist since 1984 and I listen very well. I help clients with anxiety, depression and relationship issues and more.
Hi, I'm James Greenwald, a licensed professional counselor with 10+ years of experience in both private practice and public mental health services here in North Texas. I'm a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, and my training centers on concepts and skills from dialectical behavioral and family systems models of therapy. I specialize in assisting clients struggling with depression, anxiety, patterns of addiction, life transitions, boundaries, and various levels of trauma recovery.
Finding the right mental health provider can feel overwhelming, especially if you've tried therapy or medications in the past without getting the relief you were hoping for. My goal is to help you move beyond simply managing symptoms and toward feeling like yourself again.
I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with over 16 years of healthcare experience. I specialize in treating adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, insomnia, OCD, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. My advanced psychiatric training was completed through Monmouth University and Wilkes University, where I focused on Evidence-based psychiatric care.
I believe that effective treatment starts with understanding the whole person not just the diagnosis. Together, we'll explore the biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your goals. My approach combines thoughtful medication management with practical therapeutic strategies that you can apply in everyday life.
For individuals whose depression has not improved after trying multiple antidepressants, I also evaluate and provide treatment options such as Spravato (esketamine) when clinically appropriate. My focus is always on finding the safest, most effective treatment based on your unique needs.
Patients often describe me as warm, approachable, honest, and solution focused. I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment decisions. Whether you're seeking help for the first time or looking for a new approach after previous treatments haven't worked, I'm committed to helping you build lasting emotional wellness and improve your quality of life.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Desoto, TX



- 95%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 83%Stress management
- 78%Relationship issues
- 75%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 84%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 71%United Healthcare

- 99%English
- 10%Spanish
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Yoruba
- 1%Farsi

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 75%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 12%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 5%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 98%Individual therapy
- 25%Family therapy
- 20%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in DeSoto, TX
Searching for therapists in DeSoto starts with understanding what kind of support fits your needs. You may want help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or a major life change. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience that match what you want to focus on. Provider bios can show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling.
DeSoto is close to Dallas, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Duncanville, Grand Prairie, and Irving, but local appointment options may still vary by schedule, specialty, and office location. Virtual therapy can expand your search while keeping access to therapists licensed in Texas. As you narrow your options, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in DeSoto can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you are ready.
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