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Top therapists in Texas accepting new patients

Texas residents can now access affordable mental health care through Headway's network of 9,423 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.

Mercedes Clement

Mercedes Clement

Therapist

In-person • Nederland, TX


“My natural talent has always been connecting and listening to others with love, non-judgment, and compassion.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Robert Moreno

Robert Moreno

Therapist

In-person • Plainview, TX


“My hope is to allow clients to leave a session feeling motivated. This may be the only time a client has to truly feel like they can breathe.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ivelisse Gereda

Ivelisse Gereda

Therapist

In-person • Converse, TX


“She sees the client as the master of their own life and sees herself as a catalyst to initiate action and achieve change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Crump

Amanda Crump

Therapist

In-person • Nacogdoches, TX


“Social anxiety and depression are crippling our youth and they need coping skills and strategies to work through the daily stressors of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oscar Reyes

Oscar Reyes

Therapist

In-person • El Paso, TX


“I pay attention to my client's story to understand what is important in our sessions; I want to help you to handle your struggles teaching you strategies to be successful in every area of your life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Dooley

Dr. Sandra Dooley

Therapist

In-person • Dallas, TX


“My approach is to build rapport and trust with the client before identifying goals and what they want from therapy.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Clarissa Wicklund

Clarissa Wicklund

Therapist

In-person • Flower Mound, TX


“I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I know what it is like to be in a dysfunctional family and I wanted to learn how to help other families find healing together.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Charles Dominey

Charles Dominey

Therapist

In-person • Austin, TX


“My overall aim in practice is to help clients find, as much as possible, an optimal attitude and adaptation to life according to each individual situation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shar Thompson

Shar Thompson

Therapist

In-person • Mansfield, TX


“I approach therapy with curiosity, collaboration, and a focus on building skills and recognizing strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Cote

Michelle Cote

Therapist

In-person • Dickinson, TX


“I help you identify and change the self-defeating thoughts that keep you from reaching your full potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cindy Warden

Cindy Warden

Therapist

In-person • San Antonio, TX


“I truly believe all we need is already within us; my job is to come along beside you, provide you with the information and tools you may need and assist and guide you in your journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Southard

Rebecca Southard

Therapist

In-person • North Richland Hills, TX


“I approach our time together with compassion, curiosity, and an appreciation for your input and feedback.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Bruce Ravenscraft

Bruce Ravenscraft

Therapist

In-person • Austin, TX


I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in the Austin area helping parents and children overcome emotional and behavioral challenges. Services are provided in-home and in the community.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Noland

Cindy Noland

Therapist

In-person • Austin, TX


“With a collaborative, creative and strengths-focused approach, I provide therapy to individuals and couples, covering issues including resolving troubles, communicating effectively, meeting challenges, or dealing with addiction.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carol Barrett

Carol Barrett

Therapist

In-person • Houston, TX


I am an LGBTQ therapist. I provide Individual, Couple, and Family Counseling for adults, and adolescents.

Services include affirmative care for LGBTQ clients, Trauma Focused Care, school issues including individuals with autism and emotional Behavioral issues.

My goal is that all clients feel welcomed, affirmed and heard in their journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Gross

Kenneth Gross

Therapist

In-person • Katy, TX


“I am eclectic, meaning I am familiar with many therapy approaches, and will select a method that seems to suit the situation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Machado

Tamara Machado

Therapist

In-person • Houston, TX


Exploring our inner world is an important step towards true emotional development. As a native Houstonian, I am deeply rooted in assisting children, adolescents, and young adults in our community navigate their daily experiences, social interactions, and life transitions. With over 20 years of mental health experience in a variety of settings, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (private practice) and a School Psychologist (public schools). I work with individuals experiencing social difficulties, anxious feelings, negative emotions, and provide a safe place for process daily experiences.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dustin Warden

Dustin Warden

Therapist

In-person • Austin, TX


“I specialize in outsiders, those who think differently, live intensely, or feel too unconventional for standard therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerri Francis

Kerri Francis

Therapist

In-person • Katy, TX


If you are carrying grief, trauma, or navigating a major life transition, you may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Experiences such as loss, divorce, infertility, or other unexpected changes can deeply impact your sense of stability and alters your identity.

I bring over two decades of experience working in a variety of clinical settings. My background includes serving as a probation officer, directing three partial hospitalization programs, working in an inpatient psychiatric facility, and building a private practice. These experiences have given me a broad and practical understanding of how people struggle—and more importantly, how they heal.

I hold a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance and have been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2001. I specialize in trauma and grief, using EMDR as my primary modality, along with CBT and other evidence-based approaches. I also value and incorporate principles from 12-step recovery when working with clients or loved ones living with addiction.

I work with adults facing trauma, grief, and life transitions, including those who are high-functioning but internally struggling. Regardless of what brought you here, therapy can be a place to gain clarity, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Barnett

Sarah Barnett

Therapist

In-person • Longview, TX


“Sarah believes that healing begins within a safe, trusting, and compassionate therapeutic relationship.”
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stacey Strong

Stacey Strong

Therapist

In-person • Garden Ridge, TX


“Therapy with me is focused on slowing things down, making sense of patterns, and building steadier ways of responding rather than constantly reacting.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Francisco Torres

Francisco Torres

Therapist

In-person • El Paso, TX


I am an immigrant who is familiar with the barriers a person faces in the process of acculturation y puedo comunicarme con usted en espanol. I work with juveniles and adults dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, and conduct problems to include sexually problematic behaviors. Furthermore, I worked in a behavioral hospital setting with active duty and military veterans, dealing with PTSD, depression, anxiety and addictions. I am certified in EMDR y estoy a su servicio.

Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Simmons

Michelle Simmons

Therapist

In-person • Grandview, TX


“I have been a school counselor for 11 years where I have collaborated closely with parents and teachers.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Trauma
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Matthew Van Pelt

Matthew Van Pelt

Therapist

In-person • Big Spring, TX


“I can relate very well to first responders as I have been in law enforcement dispatching for over 13 years.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kirsten Kaae

Kirsten Kaae

Therapist

In-person • Denton, TX


“My primary focus is to provide my clients with strategies to adapt to an altered life situation or find ways to resolve current issues and move forward.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kedwina Ndukwu

Kedwina Ndukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

In-person • Spring, TX


“I believe mental health care works best when it is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to the whole person, not just symptoms.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Women's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Clifford Mankin

Clifford Mankin

Therapist

In-person • Austin, TX


“I provide primarily 'brief, strengths based, solution focused therapy' to individuals, couples and families...”
Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Cally Tilly

Cally Tilly

Therapist

Fort Worth, TX


“Creating and holding a safe space for my clients is central to my practice and is a critical aspect of allowing clients to engage in authentic self-expression...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ilean Mccarty

Ilean Mccarty

Therapist

In-person • Amarillo, TX


“Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness techniques, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength Therapy, I employ a diverse range of evidence-based approaches to guide you towards positive change and personal growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Laura Gerstle

Laura Gerstle

Therapist

In-person • Fort Worth, TX


“Laura's approach to therapy is rooted in Affect Script Psychology and a basis of genuine connection with each of her clients...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Grant

Nicole Grant

Therapist

In-person • Tyler, TX


“Let us help show you practical solutions and tools that will help develop your relationship into a "power couple"!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Carmen Gentry-Becerra

Carmen Gentry-Becerra

Therapist

In-person • El Paso, TX


  1. Carmen Gentry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Bachelors in Social Work at UTEP and my Masters in Social Work at NMSU. Carmen Gentry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Bachelors in Social Work at UTEP and my Masters in Social Work at NMSU.
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Sheila Langeslay

Sheila Langeslay

Therapist

In-person • The Woodlands, TX


“The most reliable indicator of positive treatment outcome is the relationship between the client and counselor.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Denise Montalvo

Denise Montalvo

Therapist

In-person • El Paso, TX


“With a compassionate and personalized approach, we offer a safe space where clients can explore their challenges, discover their strengths, and embark on a path towards lasting transformation.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brandi Brannan

Brandi Brannan

Therapist

In-person • Amarillo, TX


“Therapy offers a safe and supportive space where we can explore these challenges together. Through meaningful reflection, we'll uncover patterns and worldviews that shape your experiences...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Rudd

Karen Rudd

Therapist

In-person • San Antonio, TX


“I offer a nonjudgmental, safe space so you can become comfortable enough to explore and examine whatever is troubling you.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kayla Leonard

Kayla Leonard

Therapist

In-person • Amarillo, TX


“My mission is to provide an empathetic, unbiased environment where individuals can feel empowered to confront their challenges...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Brenda Valencia

Brenda Valencia

Therapist

In-person • Mission, TX


“My approach to helping clients is very laid back. I like to begin where the client is and work together to come up with solutions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annette Williams

Annette Williams

Therapist

In-person • Houston, TX


“Annette uses an integrated approach to therapy educating clients about how mind, spirit and body are interconnected.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priscilla Nerios

Priscilla Nerios

Therapist

In-person • Corpus Christi, TX


“My approach to counseling is being able to genuinely connect with my client to help navigate through barriers and assist with meeting their therapeutic goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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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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 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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