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Family therapy and counseling in Houston, TX


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.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Our therapeutic sessions will be packed with discovery, while building long lasting tools to apply in times of need! I’ve been practicing for 27 years, and I have developed the skills needed to address a broad spectrum of counsel. I am super excited to start our journey together!
Catherine Williams, PMHNP-BC. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Texas telehealth). As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care that supports each individual’s journey toward stability, healing, and lasting wellness. I integrate both medical and therapeutic perspectives to address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—with clinical expertise and genuine empathy.
I strive to create a safe, respectful, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, or major life transitions, I work collaboratively with you to develop an individualized treatment plan that empowers growth and promotes meaningful, sustained emotional well-being.
I have over 30 years of experience in diverse fields of mental health. I love what I do and have a true passion to help people.
Education and areas of previous work:
MS from East Texas University 9 TX A&M
Post :Doctoral Program for Marriage and Family therapy
Co author/researcher for DSM IV family assessment training book to help resolve family concerns especially in the interest of the child
I am a down to earth and warm therapist with 20 years of experience. I live and work in a rich Hispanic and military connected community. I believe that mental health and handling our emotions effectively is a key to success and positive growth/relationships. During my experience, I have focused from children to adults, who are struggling with handling emotions, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and focus. Today, by stepping into counseling is a great step for positive growth and change!!
I’m Destiny Parker, a counselor, educator, and wellness advocate who believes healing happens when people feel seen, safe, and supported as their full selves.
In my clinical work, I support individuals who are managing stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the lingering effects of trauma. I have a particular passion for working with educators, caregivers, and helping professionals who often prioritize everyone else while quietly carrying their own emotional load. I also work with adolescents and young adults as they navigate self-esteem, peer relationships, identity exploration, and emotional resilience.
I am experienced therapist with a PhD in research psychology as well. I enjoy getting to know each client on a deep level. Client feedback has most often been superlative.
About our family therapists located within 20 miles of Houston, TX



- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 88%Family issues
- 86%Relationship issues

- 100%Aetna
- 89%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 69%Ascension

- 96%English
- 16%Spanish
- 4%Mandarin
- 3%Cantonese
- 3%Gujarati

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

- 86%Woman
- 14%Man

- 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
- 4%Psychologist

- 100%Family therapy
- 100%Individual therapy
- 46%Couples therapy
- 34%Child or adolescent therapy
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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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