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Top therapists in Houston, TX accepting new patients
Access therapy and medication management support across Houston through Headway's network of 9,356 providers. From Pearland areas to inner-city neighborhoods, find warm and solution-oriented providers with open availability. Many insurance plans are accepted to keep your sessions affordable.
Dr. Adolf Malik, DNP, APRN, completed his master’s degree at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, followed by a post-master’s and a doctoral degree in nursing practice at Winston-Salem State University, NC. He also completed a post-doctoral degree in psychiatric mental health practice at Frontier Nursing University. He is board-certified in Adult, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatry; a Family Nurse Practitioner, a DOT Medical Examiner, and a SAMHSA (X-Waiver) addiction provider.
John Gillespie is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) providing individual and group counseling in Houston, TX. He earned his Master’s degree from the Warden School of Social Work at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, and though he trained across Texas, he proudly calls Houston home.
Hi, I’m Olivia! Counseling has played a big role in my life and has helped me through some really difficult times. After a career in teaching, I found another way of helping others in this second career as a counselor. I enjoy connecting with people and walking through their journey with them as they navigate life’s ups and downs.
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Hi, I’m Jaelene Luna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Play Therapist who works with children, teens, and young adults. I provide therapy in English and Spanish and specialize in concerns such as anxiety, emotional regulation, ADHD, trauma, self-esteem, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.
Sometimes life shifts in ways we do not expect. You may notice yourself reacting differently in certain situations, feeling overwhelmed by emotions that seem to come out of nowhere, or getting stuck in thoughts you cannot quiet. You might find yourself wondering why you ruminate, why certain people or moments affect you so deeply, or why you act differently in relationships, even when you want things to be better.
These reactions are often linked to attachment experiences from childhood, unresolved past experiences, or even traumatic events later in life. The body and mind hold onto these experiences, and they can surface when we least expect them. Therapy is a space to slow down and understand what is happening, rather than feeling confused or frustrated by it.
I work with children, teens, and adults using an attachment-based and trauma-informed approach that helps clients understand the conflicts that happen inside themselves and within their relationships. Many people experience parts of themselves that want different things at the same time, such as closeness and distance, or feel strong emotions that do not seem to match the situation. Therapy helps make sense of these internal struggles with curiosity rather than judgment.
My career as a professional Counselor is new. I was forced to leave a 26 year career behind after a fall at work prevented me from being able to that job any longer. Forced to live on disability, I went back to school to earn a degree that led to where I am now.
I feel my life experiences afford me a no-judgement, above-average understanding of people, their experiences, and their behaviors.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Houston, TX
- 97%Anxiety
- 90%Depression
- 84%Stress management
- 75%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma
- 100%Aetna
- 87%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 62%Ascension
- 97%English
- 14%Spanish
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Urdu
- 1%Gujarati
- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only
- 83%Woman
- 17%Man
- 65%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 11%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 25%Family therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
- 14%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 an Anxiety Therapist in Houston
Searching for therapists in Houston starts with identifying the kind of support that fits your needs. In a large metro area, you may find therapists who focus on anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want to address. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
Houston has many therapy options across neighborhoods like Montrose, Midtown, the Heights, and nearby areas such as Pearland and Sugar Land. That volume can make the search feel harder unless you narrow by the factors that matter most. Consider whether you prefer in-person counseling in Houston or virtual sessions from home, and check appointment availability, scheduling flexibility, and whether a therapist is accepting new patients. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand a therapist’s communication style, session structure, and experience with concerns similar to yours.
Therapy in Houston 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 your first appointment. Headway helps you search for a therapist in Houston, TX, enter your insurance details, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly with therapists who are accepting new patients. You can browse providers, review bios, and choose a covered therapist when you’re ready.
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