Find a therapist in Stafford, TX — covered by insurance


Top therapists in Stafford, TX accepting new patients
Seeking mental health support in Stafford, Texas? Headway offers sessions across the area with 9,402 providers trained in evidence-based approaches. Located near Greatwood, Stafford Centre, and Brazos Bend, clients often pay as little as $0 per session through insurance.
Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults build healthier, more fulfilling lives. I create a supportive, welcoming space where clients feel heard while using evidence-based approaches to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and relationship concerns. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and support lasting positive change.
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.
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.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Stafford, TX



- 98%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 79%Relationship issues
- 76%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 87%Cigna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 63%Ascension

- 97%English
- 14%Spanish
- 3%Hindi
- 2%Urdu
- 1%Gujarati

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

- 83%Woman
- 17%Man

- 64%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 11%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 8%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 14%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 Stafford, TX
Searching for therapists in Stafford starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want to address. People often look for Stafford therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, stress, trauma, or life transitions. If you are considering marriage counseling in Stafford, look for a therapist who lists couples work, communication, conflict, or family systems in their profile. Reading a therapist’s bio can also show their approach, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
Stafford is a smaller city near Houston, Missouri City, and Sugar Land, so local appointment options may be more limited than in a larger metro area. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Texas. As you compare options, consider appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Profiles can help you understand how a therapist structures sessions and whether their communication style fits what you are looking for.
Therapy in Stafford can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway makes it easier to compare therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, review their bios, and book directly when you are 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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