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Top therapists in Mcallen, TX accepting new patients

Find virtual and in-person therapy in McAllen across neighborhoods like Palms, Shary and Palmview. Headway connects you with 9,389 licensed providers for talk therapy and medication management, with sessions as low as $0 through insurance coverage.

Deanna Alcala

Deanna Alcala

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in helping adolescents, young adults, and adults heal from trauma and cope with overwhelming stress, emotional ups and downs, and life transitions.”
Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dashiel Geyen

Dashiel Geyen

Therapist

Virtual • Bellaire, TX


“In my clinical practice, I strongly believe in the philosophy of "taking it one step at a time." This approach recognizes that every client's journey is unique and that progress happens gradually, not instantly.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Donovan

Patricia Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I offer strength based, solution focused therapy and I am dedicated to helping clients gain insight around their personal challenges by implementing a positive approach.”
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Cole

Amy Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction therapy. I am a person-centered therapist, with my core values being empathy, genuineness, and non-judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Canon

Rebecca Canon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Levelland, TX


“You can expect positive coping skills and refocused thinking to help you enjoy life and derive meaning and fulfillment from your day to day activities.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Debra Kinsey

Debra Kinsey

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Although I focus on stress, anxiety and depression, I customize therapy to fit the needs of each client.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephen Roser

Stephen Roser

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I’m Stephen. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, pulled in too many directions, or stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. Many of my clients are juggling work, relationships, and health while struggling to be kind to themselves. Therapy with me is a space to slow down, regain balance, and reconnect with what matters most.

I believe you deserve support that meets you with compassion and respect. Seeking therapy can feel intimidating, but it’s also a powerful step toward healing and growth. My goal is to help you feel supported as you work through the habits, patterns, and stressors that have been holding you back.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Dimmick

Pamela Dimmick

Therapist

Virtual • The Woodlands, TX


“I provide a warm, compassionate and empathic setting. Together we will effectively navigate through life stressors and old emotional wounds to find healing, purpose and meaning.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Ramona Leonards

Ramona Leonards

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I enjoy using our dialogue during sessions and worksheets after, to allow clients to self-assess and practice new skills.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carol Barnwell-Joseph

Carol Barnwell-Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I offer a safe, compassionate space to sort through your emotions, gain clarity, and build resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Halm

Jennifer Halm

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My role is to listen, guide, and help you begin to untangle what's been weighing on you, while offering tools and insight that help you move forward with more clarity and confidence.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Carlo Walker

Dr. Carlo Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide individual and group psychotherapy from a holistic approach. I consider the client's culture and life experiences when developing treatment plans.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robin Colaluca

Robin Colaluca

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, self-understanding, and resilience. My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, relationship challenges, life transitions, and disordered eating patterns. I also support clients who feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns, struggle with emotional regulation, or want to develop healthier coping strategies.

My therapeutic style is warm, non-judgmental, and practical. I draw from evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strengths-based therapy, and mindfulness strategies to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together we work to build insight, develop coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of the healing process. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
D'Vaughn Delpit

D'Vaughn Delpit

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work primarily with adults navigating trauma, mood challenges, substance use, and major life transitions, using a warm, empowering, and strengths-based approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Pollard

Jill Pollard

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use a trauma-informed approach while applying solution-focused, as well as cognitive behavioral therapy interventions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Derek Jesko

Derek Jesko

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My treatment method involves the formation of a collaborative therapeutic alliance aimed at the continual development of personal insight, the end goal of which is the establishment of a more integrated and autonomous life.”
Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lazane Walls

Lazane Walls

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a U.S. Air Force veteran and former military mental health provider, I bring a deep understanding of service-related stress and transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shannon Respondek, Lpc, Lcdc

Shannon Respondek, Lpc, Lcdc

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lubbock, TX


“My holistic approach addresses the mind, body, and spirit, helping clients build resilience and reclaim the parts of themselves lost along the way.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Green

Amanda Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Paso, TX


“I believe in solution-focused approaches to help you with what you are facing through a wide variety of therapeutic modalities.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Taliya Braden

Taliya Braden

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“My commitment to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathetic space allows my clients to explore their emotions and experiences with confidence and trust.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carol Stilwill

Carol Stilwill

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“The client should expect a person-centered holistic treatment plan, within a solution focus framework.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shalonda Scott

Shalonda Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative, blending evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of your unique experiences and goals.”
Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alison Lee

Alison Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Vernon, TX


“My style is easygoing, supportive, and interactive. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can talk openly and feel understood, not judged.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pricilla St.John-Hartsfield

Pricilla St.John-Hartsfield

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I am certified in Trauma-Focused CBT therapy and have a large amount of experience working with children who have experienced trauma in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Temora Gray

Dr. Temora Gray

Psychologist

Virtual • Universal City, TX


“I strive to foster growth and resilience in every individual I work with by ensuring compassion, attunement, empowerment, and person-centered care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marcela Fernandez

Marcela Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My objective as your therapist is to help you identify and embrace your own unique strengths and capabilities and empower you to overcome adversity and attain your desired outcomes.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Shaw

Sarah Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“In working with families it's important to realize that we can't change the past, but the past has to be addressed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Arianne Rumley

Arianne Rumley

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hello there, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I received my Masters from Southern University at New Orleans and have been practicing for 16 years. I help my clients struggling with life stressors and issues to become the best version of themselves. Are you ready to become the best you that you can be?

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Basti Gonzalez

Basti Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about helping others and I look forward to continue providing empathetic, empowering care to those I encounter.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Farah Gilani

Farah Gilani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Frisco, TX


“I specialize in effective, solution-focused strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and move forward.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nova Marshall

Nova Marshall

Therapist

Virtual • DeSoto, TX


“I am a seasoned social worker with 18 years of dedicated experience in the field of child welfare and mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Thomas

April Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri City, TX


“I employ a clinically informed and intentional approach that prioritizes clarity, communication, and comprehensive support within healthcare systems.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nefertiti Beck

Nefertiti Beck

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Clients often tell me they feel truly seen in our work together; that's at the core of how I practice.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Rockwood

Regina Rockwood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Granbury, TX


“Solution Focused Therapy is a future-focused, goal-directed therapy that is centered on clear, concise, realistic goal dialogs...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Matisoff

Jessica Matisoff

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I love working with children, adolescents and adults who may struggle with anxiety, depression, family issues, or any other day-to-day challenges. My ideal client's goals would be for them to become the best version of themselves and be ready to work in and outside of therapy; wanting happiness, health, and overall a better sense of belonging and direction for their life.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Donna Brown

Donna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize various therapy approaches, including CBT, SFBT, mindfulness and wellness techniques to assist clients in reaching their overall goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary McEachern

Mary McEachern

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a compassionate and warm environment that enables my clients to develop a strong therapeutic bond with me to help them work through their concerns.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christina Thomas

Christina Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your emotions, experiences, and trauma.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Loper

Dr. Michelle Loper

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you find ways to face challenges on your terms by utilizing the strengths and abilities you already have.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susy Nichols

Susy Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I feel it is a privilege as a therapist to have the opportunity to make a genuine connection with you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Mcallen, TX

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Mcallen, TX
There are over 31 therapists in Mcallen, TX accepting new patients.
31+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 84%Grief or loss
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 100%Cigna
  • 90%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 81%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 77%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
License types
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  • 74%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in McAllen, TX

Searching for therapists in McAllen starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. People often look for therapy in McAllen, TX for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, stress, or major life changes. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or couples counseling. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their style, what to expect in sessions, and whether they work with concerns similar to yours.

In a smaller city like McAllen, local appointment options may be more limited than in larger Texas markets. Virtual therapy can expand your search while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in Texas. You may also want to compare practical fit factors, including appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading bios before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style and decide who may be a strong match for in-person or virtual care.

Therapy in McAllen can be a significant investment 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 search for McAllen therapists who match your preferences, view insurance options, and see upfront cost estimates after your benefits are checked. You can browse therapists, review detailed profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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