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Texas residents can now access affordable mental health care through Headway's network of 9,460 licensed providers offering evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR. With 70+ insurance plans accepted and flexible virtual or in-person options, quality care is within reach across the state.

Carlos Quijada

Carlos Quijada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I customize the experience to the client's need, and make sure that the individuals that I work with feel comfortable enough to explore their feelings and emotions, in a judgment-free place.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katrina Brown

Katrina Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is looking at how childhood interactions affect our adult relationships, self-esteem, and therefore how we show up in the world.”
Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laura Woelfel

Laura Woelfel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“My goal is that after our first session together the client will feel listened to, understood, and feel empowered to make changes...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Suzanne Day

Suzanne Day

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have two decades of experience specializing in trauma, grief, relationship issues, anxiety, addiction and depression.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Casie Weihe

Casie Weihe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lufkin, TX


“I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to counseling. We'll work together to identify and achieve therapeutic goals that reflect your personal values and empower you to authentically live your best life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Muse

Deborah Muse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McKinney, TX


“Healing is a courageous act of self-love, accepting your past, embracing your present and creating a brighter future.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Adelina Araujo

Adelina Araujo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to the person sitting across from me, not simply focused on a diagnosis or list of symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karen Ramirez

Karen Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


Hello! I am a professional counselor licensed in the state of Texas. I see clients via telehealth or in my office in East Dallas.

ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer Crisp

Jennifer Crisp

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I've spent more than 30 years supporting teens and adults through seasons of change, loss, and self-doubt.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nakia Linzie Shavers

Nakia Linzie Shavers

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy emphasizes empowering you to improve your quality of life by developing new skills and coping mechanisms to address unwanted behaviors and alleviate stressors.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Anushka Fonseka

Anushka Fonseka

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I’m Anushka Fernando, LPC, licensed in Wisconsin, Texas, and Colorado. I help individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns, offering both online therapy and in-person sessions. My approach combines evidence-based strategies with mindfulness and compassion. I have a special passion for supporting immigrants and first-generation clients in balancing cultural values with personal growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melissa Pless

Melissa Pless

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My role is to create a collaborative, supportive space that fosters healing and empowers you to make meaningful change...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janette Cordero

Janette Cordero

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“Being a first-generation American, Latina, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I strive to provide a safe and welcoming therapeutic space for people from underrepresented communities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Keeney

Deborah Keeney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Spring, TX


“I offer you a safe and secure space where you can express yourself without judgment - to help you identify the obstacles that keep you from moving forward...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samantha Gaudie Ley Tavares

Samantha Gaudie Ley Tavares

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you build practical, personalized skills that align with your strengths, empowering you to find balance, clarity, and fulfillment in your life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Bunch

Gabrielle Bunch

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe progress happens when clients feel genuinely heard and supported, so I focus on building trust and creating a safe, judgment-free space.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Justin Alexander

Justin Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and understood—whether you're coming to therapy with a specific concern or just looking for a place to talk and grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Catherine Brocato

Catherine Brocato

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe healing happens when we can better understand our emotions, reconnect with ourselves, and develop self-compassion rather than self-criticism.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Linzey Guerra-Stella

Linzey Guerra-Stella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Worth, TX


“I'm passionate about creating a space where every person feels seen, supported, and empowered in their healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Eubank

David Eubank

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, drawing from a variety of therapy models, including EMDR to process trauma and EFT and Gottman-based methods to strengthen couples' connection.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dawn Scott

Dawn Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


My name reflects my warm, sunny personality. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Central Texas with a Master’s in Education in Counseling. I have experience working with veterans, older adults, young adults, and individuals navigating midlife transitions. My background includes supporting people with disabilities, trauma, depression, anxiety, and major life changes, as well as providing guidance in stress management. As a military spouse, parent, and person with a disability, I bring a deep understanding of the many challenges people face and a compassionate, relatable

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, PTSD
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salwa Mahmoud

Salwa Mahmoud

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“Through our work together, you'll gain the tools to feel more in control of your emotions and move forward with clarity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Corrie Fentress

Corrie Fentress

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am excited for the opportunity to make a difference by connecting and growing through relationships. I work with individuals, children, adolescents, and families. I strive to guide my patients toward a life filled with hope, happiness, and wellness. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family/relational conflict, and ADHD. I am EMDR trained. I foster a very bright and caring personality and aim to develop a genuine bond on the path towards individual wellness.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shae Reid-Allen

Shae Reid-Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am very open and accepting with my clients. I enjoy using humor when appropriate because therapy isn't an easy thing...”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Misty Lauren

Misty Lauren

Therapist

Virtual • Sulphur Springs, TX


Hello, I’m Misty, and I’m here to support you on your path toward growth and progress. If you’re seeking clinical services that help you move forward from where you are now, you’ve come to the right place.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Wendy Crook-Abel

Dr. Wendy Crook-Abel

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Texas (License #38884) providing evidence-based psychotherapy for a range of psychological problems in adults. My specialties include coping with chronic pain, recovering from trauma, and learning to manage difficult emotions.


I obtained my doctorate from the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) in 2011. For the past decade, I have worked extensively in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), chronic pain, and emotion dysregulation.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shelley McCaul-Parent

Shelley McCaul-Parent

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a nonjudgmental, relaxed atmosphere allowing you to safely explore thoughts and feelings, to work through your baggage, and create the life you want.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Keli Hemingway

Keli Hemingway

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach integrates EMDR (certified in EMDR and also advanced EMDR 2.0), hypnotherapy, and other evidence-based methods...”
Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chari Vandever

Chari Vandever

Therapist

Virtual • Corpus Christi, TX


“I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvonne Elizondo

Yvonne Elizondo

Therapist

Virtual • Round Rock, TX


“I blend evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Therapy with complementary practices including meditation, mindfulness, Energy Psychology, Reiki, visualization, and hypnotherapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Kenethia Morgan

Dr. Kenethia Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to work with you on the goals and tasks that are most important to you so that you can get the best results and be empowered to be the best version of YOU!”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Muratorri

Kelly Muratorri

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I'm a licensed counselor in Iowa (in-person sessions in Manchester), and Texas, with eight years of experience in the counseling field. I earned my MS in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University in 2019 and am a doctoral candidate (ABD) in trauma counseling from Liberty University with an expected graduation in summer 2026.

I have training and experience in trauma-informed treatment. Although I utilize others,t he primary modalities I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aja Riley Bennett

Aja Riley Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach integrates evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unresolved trauma and reframe unhelpful thoughts, Motivational Interviewing to support meaningful change, and Narrative...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Aguero

Dr. Jennifer Aguero

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


Counseling is a very intimate and personal journey, of which requires specific tailoring on a case by case basis. I facilitate the therapeutic process by integrating traditional, creative, and experiential interventions specifically for each client. Through my clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, I strive to place emphasis on the therapeutic relationship by providing a warm and collaborative environment.


I enjoy meeting you where you are in your healing process, and specialize in working with trauma, grief, and survivors of all kinds. My overall approach to therapy is holistic and promotes the integration of mind and body wellness in a space that fosters healing and growth.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kelly Nelson

Kelly Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I specialize in working with pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with complex stressors. I work primarily with adolescents and adults coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, self-harm, ADD, mood disorders, attachment, personality disorders and grief. I am very passionate about my work as a therapist. I am very open-minded and I work hard to create a non-judgmental space for you to heal along your journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Taylor

Tamara Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My 18+ years in the mental health field has taught me numerous things. I am trained in and able to use several therapeutic approaches with the adult population.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Beena Benny

Beena Benny

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With my training in Marriage and Family Therapy, I use a systemic lens to explore with individuals how the systems which they are a part of, influence their behavioral patterns and belief systems.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amita Ghosh

Amita Ghosh

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“It's my ability to utilize eastern philosophy with western education to help my clients transform their lives.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Women's issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anna Tihomirova

Anna Tihomirova

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I create a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their emotions and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shewayn Watson

Shewayn Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My focus is helping clients develop strategies to cope with overwhelming emotions, enhancing coping skills and improving relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Texas

Number of therapists serving Texas
There are over 9,400 therapists in Texas accepting new patients.
9,400+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 78%Trauma
  • 78%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 80%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Yoruba
How they see their clients
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  • 78%Online only
  • 21%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 60%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 15%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 Mental Health Therapist in Texas

Searching for therapists in Texas starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want support with. Across a state as large and varied as Texas, therapy needs and available therapists can differ across urban, suburban, and rural areas. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or major life changes. Review each therapist’s listed specialties, approach, and experience to see whether their background matches your needs. Some therapists may use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, while others may focus on specific populations or concerns.

Location and format also matter when comparing Texas therapists. In larger areas like Houston, Dallas, and Austin, you may have many choices, while other parts of the state may have fewer local options. Some people prefer meeting in person, while others choose virtual sessions for scheduling flexibility or easier access from home. As you narrow your search, look at appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you understand how they describe their style, what sessions may feel like, and whether their communication approach fits your preferences.

The cost of therapy in Texas can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for Texas therapists who match your preferences, accept your insurance, and are ready to take new patients. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. From there, you can compare therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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