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Top therapists in Friendswood, TX accepting new patients
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I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients. I am committed to helping my clients identify and navigate their feelings, learn healthier coping skills, and ultimately find hope and heal. I have worked with adults and adolescence with eating disorders, substance and behavioral addictions, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, co-dependency, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hello and welcome—I'm so glad you're here.
My name is Shanna Gardner, LPC-S, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I'm deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover a sense of peace, purpose, and emotional wellness.
I believe that therapy should be a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly understood. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming stress, navigating a tough life transition, or managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Greetings, I am a therapist in private practice for over fifteen years. I am dually licensed as a mental health therapist and an addictions therapist.
I’m Emily, owner of Alive and Whole Wellness and a Houston-based therapist. I specialize in therapy for lasting change by helping my clients heal at the root of their anxiety and move forward in life alive in purpose, whole in identity, and free from fear.
What to expect through therapy
Imagine a space where...
- You have a safe, trusting relationship where you freely and securely share your story.
- You identify the roots of your struggles and experience healing in mind, body, and spirit.
- You learn to reconnect with your sense of self and step back into life alive, whole, and free.
- Your past no longer keeps you feeling stuck, but becomes a part of your testimony as you move forward.
I am open to listening to patient in order to using an evidence-based approach to treatment option
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Friendswood, TX
- 98%Anxiety
- 90%Stress management
- 90%Depression
- 84%Relationship issues
- 81%Trauma
- 100%Aetna
- 89%Cigna
- 81%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 66%Ascension
- 98%English
- 12%Spanish
- 1%Farsi
- 1%Hebrew
- 1%Hindi
- 99%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
- 85%Woman
- 15%Man
- 64%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 13%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 6%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 100%Individual therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 23%Family therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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 Therapist in Friendswood
Searching for therapists in Friendswood starts with knowing what kind of support you want. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or a major life change. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your needs. A therapist’s profile can also show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, family therapy, or other methods that fit what you are looking for.
Friendswood is a smaller market, so local in-office therapist options may be more limited than in nearby larger areas. Virtual therapy can expand your search while keeping care with a therapist licensed in Texas. Some people prefer an in-office therapist near them, while others choose virtual sessions for schedule flexibility. Beyond specialty, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and experience.
Therapy in Friendswood can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and schedule directly with therapists who are accepting new clients. You can browse therapists in Friendswood, review profiles, and book when you are ready.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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