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Top therapists in Waco, TX accepting new patients

Whether you're in Waco's Castleberry, Lakeside, or Central neighborhoods, Headway offers accessible mental health support with 10,000 licensed providers ready to help. Experience talk therapy and medication management options with appointments as soon as the next day, backed by insurance coverage that keeps costs manageable.

Erik Hedlund

Erik Hedlund

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in seeing individuals with substance use and addiction struggles, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, anger management, stress management, and issues within relationships and coping with loss.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lucretia Reed

Lucretia Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling technique is unique in nature; I am genuine, supporting, and honest while also holding my clients accountable...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Zereana Jess-Huff

Zereana Jess-Huff

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Believe it or not we all have the power to health ourselves. Therapists are merely 'sherpas' to guide you throughout your walk.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lee Ann Nuckols

Lee Ann Nuckols

Therapist

Virtual • Amarillo, TX


“I desire to offer a place where you can receive help in a warm, caring, and compassionate environment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pansy Wade

Pansy Wade

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am an advocate for the hurting individual, wanting to help those who have been held back by disappointments and life struggles...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lacy Fields

Lacy Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in helping individuals unravel survival patterns, heal from burnout, and build lives rooted in emotional wealth, confidence, and purpose.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Belinda Hardy

Belinda Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Seasoned clinician with over 30 yrs.of social work and therapy experience. Individuals who benefit most from my practice are mature adults, seniors who find themselves ready to explore new ways to navigate these complex and challenging times.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
San Juanita Diaz

San Juanita Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a client centered therapist who incorporates other therapeutic modalities based on client needs and goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Reid Jarreau

Reid Jarreau

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a result of navigating my learning disability of dyslexia I was introduced to the emotional distress having a disability entailed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Hepburn

Nicole Hepburn

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I love working with people who are ready to work on themselves not because they need to change but because they are ready to live life more freely.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alexandrea Long

Alexandrea Long

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Our approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy by honoring the connection between the mind, body, and nervous system.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vanajakshi Dattatreya

Vanajakshi Dattatreya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“Vanu provides calm, collaborative, and patient-centered care. She explains treatment options clearly and works closely with clients to create personalized treatment plans that improve quality of life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jilji Payikkattu

Jilji Payikkattu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services as she possesses a strong clinical skill enhanced by her natural ability to build rapport with patients and families.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Suzanne Kocher

Suzanne Kocher

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I work from a supportive and strengths based approach. I believe that everyone has the ability to reach their full potential and live a life of joy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emmanuel Covington

Emmanuel Covington

Therapist

Virtual • DeSoto, TX


“The goal of therapy in my opinion is to help clients increase their self-awareness and gain a deeper understanding of self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Madeleine Desrochers

Dr. Madeleine Desrochers

Psychologist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“I have been trained in a range of evidence-based, short-term trauma and depression therapy approaches, including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Challenging, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kartika Refi

Kartika Refi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Flower Mound, TX


“I became a counselor because I am passionate about helping people who have been through difficult situations...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Climer

Richard Climer

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use evidence-based approaches including CBT-informed therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Gibson

Lisa Gibson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pampa, TX


“I seek life-long learning and I believe the more we learn & gain understanding about what we're working through or struggling with, the more effectively we can work in a focused way toward meaningful change, growth, & healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Chase

Melissa Chase

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“I believe in trauma affects how we make decisions and also how we react to those around us, through using EMDR a person can process their traumatic experiences and begin to make the necessary changes to live their best life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Claire Baggett

Claire Baggett

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe healing is not about fixing what feels uncomfortable, but supporting what is already germinating within you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 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 12 insurance carriers
Brittany Fitzerald

Brittany Fitzerald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, TX


Hi, I’m Brittany! I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Family Life Educator based in Richmond, TX. I specialize in helping women navigate complex family systems, heal from relational trauma, and do the deeply personal work of figuring out who they are outside of the roles they were handed. Come unfiltered.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tiina Anttila

Tiina Anttila

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have a down-to-earth approach and emphasize the uniqueness and strengths of each person I work with.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Townley

Robert Townley

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Jo, TX


“Clients can expect a rapid assessment of presenting issues and a plan to address these using practical, time-proven therapeutic methods.”
Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Sandi Hanks

Sandi Hanks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to approach each session with warmth, compassion, and empathy where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Mercy Ngeusang

Dr. Mercy Ngeusang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fort Worth, TX


“She believes that involving you in your treatment plan is the first step to providing informed consent in all she does, for the best outcomes to be attained.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Aliyah White

Aliyah White

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


EMDR, Play therapy, trauma informed therapist, specializing in eating disorder treatment and kids

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diane Kizziar

Diane Kizziar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Carrollton, TX


“Often the struggle that brings us in to counseling has underpinnings from our past, or childhood wounding.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jaime Goad

Jaime Goad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Worth, TX


Hello & Welcome to Bella Vida Counseling!

Confidential counseling for:

• Teens & College-age adults

• Adults

• ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism, Relationships

• Parenting & Caregiver Burnout

• 20 years experience in schools

• Helping you find the tools, clarity & confidence to create your beautiful life!

I specialize in helping clients navigate through crisis, trauma, grief, mental disorders, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, family conflict, parenting, stress, relationships, self esteem issues, chronic illness and caregiver burnout. Clients appreciate having a mental health professional who can empathize with their experiences.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Portillo

Sharon Portillo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Mental health is a passion of mine because I believe it is a pillar in our lives that we must nourish and take care of.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Baumgarten

Andrea Baumgarten

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am experienced in providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and am also trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, among other modalities.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Richardson

Danielle Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Professional Credentials & Experience

  • I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-S) with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Houston, University Park.
  • With years of experience supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, I offer a compassionate, affirming space where you never have to shrink or over-explain to feel understood.

Why We’ll Work Well Together

  • Starting therapy is an act of courage, and I’m genuinely proud of you for taking that first step. As a woman of color, I deeply understand the importance of having a therapist who sees and holds space for your full identity and truth.
  • Whether you’re feeling stuck in relationships, emotions, or within yourself, we’ll gently explore what’s holding you back, strengthen your boundaries, and help you move from surviving to truly living.
  • Your healing journey won’t be one-size-fits-all because you’re not. Together, we’ll create a path that honors your story, your pace, and your goals.
  • My style is relational, collaborative, and grounded in deep respect for your lived experience. You already hold so much wisdom; I’m here to help you reconnect with it.

If this resonates, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Karen Moore

Karen Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I’m Karen Moore, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Social Worker with more than 25 years of combined experience supporting individuals, families, and communities through healing, growth, and meaningful change. My work blends decades of social‐work practice with clinical counseling expertise, giving me a deep understanding of how life experiences, relationships, and environments shape emotional wellness.

My approach is warm, affirming, and empowering. I create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment—and explore the patterns, emotions, and experiences that matter most. I specialize in trauma‐informed care and use evidence‐based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Trauma‐Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Problem‐Solving Therapy. Together, we’ll build practical tools that help you navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions with greater clarity and confidence.

In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding your story, identifying your strengths, and clarifying your goals. My role is to walk alongside you, offering support, insight, and strategies that help you feel grounded, capable, and connected to your own resilience.

If you’re looking for a therapist who brings compassion, experience, and a steady presence to the work, I’d be honored to support you on your healing journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Wei-Yuan Chen

Wei-Yuan Chen

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm honest and genuinely curious about you. I'm not here to tell you what to do or hand you a list of advice.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Anastasia Turner

Anastasia Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I have worked with a wide variety of populations and settings from non-profit agencies like group homes in foster care and Women's Advocacy shelters to outpatient settings, within a hospital. I have worked over the years with clients who are or who have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, family violence, Many of my clients are successful working through the stress of new life adjustments to graduation, college, post partum and relationships.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cadie Perez

Cadie Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to create a space that feels comfortable, genuine, and nonjudgmental, where you can show up as you are and feel understood.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Micaela Gordon

Micaela Gordon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, TX


“I take a warm, practical, and solution-focused approach to patient care, with an emphasis on listening to patients and working together to improve their overall health and well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rosine Vandenberg

Rosine Vandenberg

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Princeton, TX


“I take a holistic, warm, and energetic approach to care and use both cognitive and solution-based modalities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Debbie Gonzalez

Debbie Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Counseling is not just about solving problems—it's about understanding your story, strengthening your inner voice, and creating healthier connections in your life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Waco, TX

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Waco, TX
There are over 25 therapists in Waco, TX accepting new patients.
25+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 84%Stress management
  • 84%Family issues
  • 80%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 80%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 68%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 92%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 20%Man
License types
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  • 76%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 12%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 16%Couples therapy
  • 8%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 a Therapist in Waco

Searching for therapists in Waco starts with knowing what kind of support you want. You may be looking for therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare Waco counselors, look for therapists whose listed specialties match your needs. Their profiles can also show training in approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.

In a smaller city like Waco, local therapist availability can vary by specialty, schedule, and office location. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Texas. As you narrow your search, consider whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions, which appointment times work for your calendar, and whether the therapist is accepting new patients. Reading bios before booking can help you understand a therapist’s communication style, session structure, and approach to care.

Therapy in Waco can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps make that process easier by showing therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, offer upfront cost estimates after you enter your insurance details, and are ready to take new patients. You can browse therapists in Waco, review profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

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