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Top family therapists in Houston, TX
Houston families benefit from accessible mental health support through Headway's network of warm, solution-oriented therapists. Whether in Midtown, the Heights, or beyond, find providers ready to help with family dynamics and connection.
“My role is to create a collaborative, supportive space that fosters healing and empowers you to make meaningful change...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am a 1st generation Taiwanese-American immigrant who came to the US as an adolescent. I can conduct therapy in fluent Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, and English.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I'm soft spoken, calming, and sensitive in my style, and I believe therapy works best when it's collaborative — we share power, make decisions together, and move at a pace that feels right for you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I begin by creating a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to share their stories at their own pace.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Seeking therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. Just as we care for our physical health, our mental well-being deserves the same attention.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and culturally affirming. I draw on CBT, DBT, ACT, CPT, psychodynamic, somatic, and family systems frameworks.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I see every client as an individual who has a personal story. With this mindset, I counsel using an integrative approach with solution focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, SSP, mindfulness, polyvagal Theory, EMDR, and adolescent &...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood—without judgment or pressure.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I have a passion for families, relationships, dreams, goals, and whatever it takes to be successful and live yours/mine/our best lives.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My role is to walk alongside you, helping you uncover clarity and strength as you move toward the life you want to build.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Marlon is deeply committed to assisting those who sense untapped potential in their lives, despite their challenges, demonstrating a particular passion for this transformative work.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe good emotional and mental health involves a soul path; an integration of the mind, will, and motions.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you create the life you deserve by empowering you to become the best version of yourself.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a bilingual therapist, I believe it is important to understand each client within the context of their culture, family, experiences, and the environment that has shaped them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strongly believe in each individual's capacity for growth, healing, and achieving meaningful, fulfilling goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is person-centered and child-centered, meaning I honor each client's unique experiences, strengths, and needs.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I enjoy helping young people build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills that support long-term success.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach with individuals is to promote empowerment in your life, toward you leading the kind of life you want to create.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Karen is a neuro-divergent affirming therapist who works with adults, adolescents, children, families and couples.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a supportive, patient-centered environment where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that everyone has the ability to heal themselves when they form a relationship where they feel safe to explore, try new things, face difficult memories, and are not afraid of being judged.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe it should feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no judgment, no pressure, and no pretending.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“As a compassionate and empathetic therapist, I provide a supportive space where clients can work through life's challenges with guidance, clarity, and purpose.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Clients need a space where they feel safe and listened to, which is why I use an integrative approach...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative and supportive. We move at your pace, focusing on practical tools and insight to help reduce anxiety, manage stress, and navigate life transitions.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a supportive and practical treatment plan that helps you feel more stable, focused, and in control of your daily life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in meeting clients where they are and helping them build the skills and insight needed to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I use active listening, unconditional positive regard, and warm acceptance used to help build trust with clients/families.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe in working with clients by meeting them where they are. This is your journey and we will respect the process as such.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I have spent over 40 years teaching, training, and developing mental health programs for individuals from 4 to 84 find hope once again. I am a life-long learner and add at least one certificate a year to ensure clients are given multiple approaches to what they encounter. I am very honest and direct, but also understand the need for pause and reflection. You know the level of your pain and suffering. My job is to meet you where you are and lead you to the place you want to go.
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I specialize in anxiety, depression, personality patterns, and trauma including cult and ritual abuse.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work not only with the client but with the whole family system.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy is a partnership — we're teammates. I'll listen without judgment, lean in when things feel hard, and challenge you when growth calls for it.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I take a trauma informed, eclectic approach to therapy that allows me to tailor a treatment plan that aligns with my client's goals.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“The parts of our story that we often want to omit almost certainly identify our greatest strengths...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“I believe each client deserves to feel safe and the opportunity to express any and all issues they may be struggling with in their life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I love empowering young people to face life's ups and downs. Together, we work to challenge the stories they have come to believe about themselves and to uncover their strengths.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you or your child feel truly seen, heard, and supported.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My style brings together a person‐centered belief that you're the expert on your own life, paired with research‐backed strategies, clear psychoeducation, and a light touch of humor to make the hard work feel more doable.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach involves instilling hope and positivity while encouraging my clients to view life from different perspectives.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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About our family therapists located within 20 miles of Houston, TX
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Houston, TX
74+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 88%Family issues
- 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 89%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 69%Ascension
Languages spoken
- 96%English
- 16%Spanish
- 4%Mandarin
- 3%Cantonese
- 3%Gujarati
How they see their clients
- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only
Provider gender
- 86%Woman
- 14%Man
License types
- 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
- 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Family therapy
- 100%Individual therapy
- 46%Couples therapy
- 34%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right counselor for your family
Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Houston
Finding family therapists in Houston starts with knowing what kind of support your family needs. Family therapy can help with parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, communication breakdowns, and stress across generations. Licensed family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists for family issues, look for bios that mention family systems, marriage and family therapy, parent-child relationships, or experience with counseling family problems.
Houston’s size can make the search feel wide, from the Heights and Montrose to Midtown, West Houston, and nearby suburbs. Some families prefer in-person sessions, while others choose virtual appointments to make scheduling across multiple people easier. Session structure can also vary. A family therapist may meet with the full family, smaller groups, parents, couples, or individual family members, depending on the goals of care. Before booking, review each therapist’s profile for availability, approach, and whether they offer a phone consultation to discuss fit and structure.
Family counseling in Houston, TX can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find licensed family therapists who may accept a variety of insurance plans, are accepting new patients, and offer clear appointment options. You can compare profiles, check estimated costs, and book directly when you’re 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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