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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 10,000 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.

Donald Simmons

Donald Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have made the commitment to help others as they face adversity so as to develop a loving and compassionate relationship with themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Krystal Davis

Krystal Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Sarten

Jamie Sarten

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“I help clients with ADHD, autism, and trauma release old patterns and build healthier emotional regulation, self-trust, and confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexia Daniels

Alexia Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I help you slow things down, understand what's really coming up, and feel more grounded and confident in yourself and your relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rebecca Wiersma

Rebecca Wiersma

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I often have clients leave our time together saying that they felt like they were talking to an old friend...”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Timothy Mouw

Dr. Timothy Mouw

Therapist

Virtual • Amarillo, TX


I have a diverse background which helps me to relate well to many different people. I earned a B.A. in Communications with minors in Music and German, an M.S. in Professional Counseling, and a Ph.D. in General Psychology. I served as a USMC officer and attack helicopter pilot and saw combat in Afghanistan and Iraq. I also have a background in teaching, pastoral work, and music. My life experiences have prepared me in a unique way to serve you as an effective counselor and agent of change.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Mercedes Dantzler

Mercedes Dantzler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Katy, TX


“As a woman of color, I understand the stigma of always feeling that I can do it all and I have to do it all.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Winfred Chiles II

Winfred Chiles II

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is practical and supportive, using evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Focused CBT to help you build real coping skills.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lorena Mitchell

Lorena Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“It is my goal that clients end sessions with a clearer understanding of themselves and how to improve their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Culture, family, relationships, identity, work, community, and lived experience all shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Zavala

Jennifer Zavala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harlingen, TX


Welcome! As an LPC, my goal is to provide compassionate, client-centered counseling to support individuals through life transitions, emotional struggles, and personal challenges. Together, we will work to identify goals, develop healthy coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristen Strother

Kristen Strother

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a skilled listener who loves to hear your story. I often describe myself as a "detective," who helps you to find the root of the issues you are facing so that our work together will be the most effective.”
Anxiety, OCD, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Stone

Margaret Stone

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapeutic approach is solution-focused and straightforward. I will be the one who tells you the hard thing to hear if it means it will help you heal and get on the right track.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alexandra Glenn

Alexandra Glenn

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Sessions are judgement-free, creative and engaging because I want to provide a counseling environment that clients from all walks of life feel comfortable coming to.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Shanta' Atkinson

Dr. Shanta' Atkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe becoming more self-aware is important, but therapy should also help you decide what you want to do differently with that awareness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Kimberli Phillips

Dr. Kimberli Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is rooted in empowerment, equipping clients with the tools and strategies they need to navigate life's complexities.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karina Rendon Ortiz

Karina Rendon Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Addison, TX


“My approach is solution-focused and strengths-based. While I value the importance of understanding your past experiences, I do not believe they have to define your future.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Matheus Tozzi

Matheus Tozzi

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to support my clients in overcoming life's challenges, creating a space where you can speak openly and without judgment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Davina Linguist

Davina Linguist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Frisco, TX


“Therapy offers a steady, collaborative space to slow down, make meaning of lived experiences, and begin restoring a grounded relationship with oneself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wynona Russ

Wynona Russ

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I know it feels like you are alone and there is no way out but there is hope and healing in therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lindsey O'Neill

Lindsey O'Neill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric services tailored to your individual needs.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sydney Fowler

Sydney Fowler

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hello! I’m Sydney Fowler, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Music Therapist based in San Antonio, Texas. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I am EMDR-trained and bring a thoughtful, creative lens to evidence-based care.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debra Stonewall

Debra Stonewall

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience in helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges.”
PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lauren Wedgeworth

Lauren Wedgeworth

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Lauren's counseling style reflects her belief that individuals can grow, heal and gain self awareness within a supportive, open and accepting environment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Megan Garner

Megan Garner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockwall, TX


“I approach counseling as a way to find what you aren't sure you need. I listen and ask questions to help you think about your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristina Plessinger

Cristina Plessinger

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Welcome to Grow Like a Girl, a space thoughtfully created with you in mind. For over a decade, I have supported individuals through life’s challenges, transitions, and moments of growth. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes, you deserve to feel seen, heard, and understood. I specialize in supporting women and teens through seasons of growth and self discovery. You do not have to do this alone. In a safe, welcoming space, healing feels more accessible and growth feels within reach.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Germanie James

Germanie James

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I offer compassionate healing and transformative growth to individuals, couples, and families navigating the aftermath of life complexities.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kara Bradford

Kara Bradford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Seminole, TX


“I do my best to incorporate empathy, transparency, and humor into our sessions together and truly take my time to establish positive rapport with you.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dieula Joseph

Dieula Joseph

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Missouri City, TX


“I strongly believe in each individual's capacity for growth, healing, and achieving meaningful, fulfilling goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Crystal Sperber

Crystal Sperber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“Often times it can be difficult to see the forest for the trees, to see the big picture. This is where therapy can step in...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mansfield, TX


Dr. Karen provide services to Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey and Texas she is a licensed professional counseling supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, and licensed mental health counseling supervisor (LMHC-S) in Florida with more than 15 years of counseling experience, offering a unique blend of clinical expertise, trauma-informed care, and spiritually grounded guidance. She has a (MS) in Mental Health Counseling: Traumatology and a EdD. In Community Care Counseling: Traumatology. As the founder of Empowerment & Counseling Firm by Dr. Karen, PLLC, she is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice, rebuild their strength, and rise into the healthiest version of themselves, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamera Stouton

Tamera Stouton

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping clients release themselves from the painful grips of being stuck in life due to depression, anxiety, trauma, and low-self-esteem.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Cathrine Guidry

Cathrine Guidry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bedford, TX


“I take a whole-person approach to care, blending traditional treatments like medication with supportive lifestyle changes and realistic goal setting.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Trendolyn Klutts

Trendolyn Klutts

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington, TX


“I enjoy encouraging and guiding individuals to help them reach recovery and stability within their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 19 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
Lisa Quintanilla

Lisa Quintanilla

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a calm and empathetic listener, using humor to ease the tension and nervousness a client may feel when sharing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
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
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About our therapists serving Texas

Number of therapists serving Texas
There are over 10,227 therapists in Texas accepting new patients.
10,227+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 79%Trauma
  • 78%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 69%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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  • 79%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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  • 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 24%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 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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