Therapists in Houston, Texas TX
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Amy-Noelle Shih
Licensed Professional Counselor, Relationship Therapist and Life Coach, LPC, MA
I am a relationship coach and therapist, with an intuitive gift for working with relational dynamics.
What I have learned as a relationship coach and therapist and as a human soul who loves LOVE and the magic of healthy relationships is that it’s not enough to:
❤️love spending time together
❤️share values
❤️have good chemistry
❤️laugh together
❤️have good conversation
❤️genuinely enjoy one another’s company
❤️admire each other’s qualities
❤️feel love.
Yes, all of this is very important.
But if there is a deficit in body intelligence, heart attunement, healthy emotional vulnerability, and self-awareness, the issue will almost always be the same.
Partners may believe the issue is the breakdown of one of the things mentioned above. When the truth is, even the “masters of relationships” have challenges, ruptures, moments of feeling hurt, disappointed, misunderstood. What becomes the salve of reconciliation is the capacity to gain understanding, for deep care of another’s feelings, and a genuine desire to find the sweet spot where empathy and validation become antidotes to stuckness.
As soon as one feels seen and heard, pent-up energy is released, defenses soften, and there is more love, freeing up the barriers to seeking ways to work it out. Which is to say, loving understanding is the solution to finding solutions!
When partners can feel like their feelings and what's on their hearts is worthy of being held with importance and tenderness, then everything becomes more possible. There is new motivation, receptivity, and selfless energy that fills the space between partners. Growth, feeling close, and deeper trust are forged beautifully.
But if partners have fragile egos, cannot practice healthy control of their reactions, choose communication patterns that create more distance and suffering, are not willing to see their part in conflict, and allow their own stories and assumptions to rule their hearts and minds rather than compassionate understanding, then growth and change stall and stagnate.
Without self-awareness and course correction, even what is great about the relationship starts to recede into the background as the pain and disappointment get louder and take center stage, until only negativity seems to run the show.
𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝟴𝟯𝟮.𝟯𝟭𝟵.𝟴𝟰𝟳𝟭 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲. 𝗢𝗿 𝗗𝗠 COMMUNITY.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77027
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Sara Pesic
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP
In years of practicing counseling and doing my own training and research, I have learned that besides knowing "Why" it is also important to know "How." I find many people knowing where their trauma or problem is coming from, but they are still not able to move forward and resolve the issue. My focus is on understanding the client's challenges and then helping them move forward with practical and manageable steps.
13 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Tamara C. Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCHC, ASDCS
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with board certification, Master Certified Health Coach and Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist with 19+ years of experience, I want to hear your story. Why? Because it is your story and you deserve to tell it. Your story could be about happiness, love, hurt, anger, stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions and grief just to name a few. Sometimes all anyone wants to do is tell someone caring and compassionate their perspective regarding their story. As a therapist, I believe in giving everyone I meet a clean, unbiased slate. No judgment here. I will use a holistic (mind and body), open-minded and solution-focused approach in assisting anyone in telling their story, processing the events and moving forward with their life goals. I will support and at times coach you on practical ways to build tools to help you navigate this thing we call life.
19 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Varissa Owens ✨Your Journey to Healing, PLLC✨
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.A., M.S., LPC, NCC
💡 As a therapist, my greatest strengths are rooted in empathy, deep listening, and creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can truly be yourself. I tailor each session to your unique needs, bringing a genuine commitment to understanding your perspective and working alongside you as a partner in growth. Together, we’ll tap into your strengths, navigate life’s challenges, and cultivate lasting positive change.
8 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Edward J. Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CHt
My life mission has been to understand the many ways in which our unconscious mind controls our lives, most often without our even being aware of it. And, most importantly, to help my clients take back their power.
I work with adults of all ages using hypnotherapy and talk-based therapies to help clients with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, relationships, personal growth & attachment issues.
45 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77036
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Carol S Sepulveda
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW-S, Registered Play Therapist
As a psychotherapist and registered play therapist, my goal is to help you and your family uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges.
39 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77339
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Shawna Damiani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Hi, I'm Shawna. I'm really glad you're here — and I know that finding the right therapist can feel like a lot. My hope is that by the time you finish reading this, you'll have a sense of who I am and whether we might be a good fit.
I work with adults who are carrying things that feel heavy — whether that's the weight of past trauma, the complexity of relationships that keep hitting the same walls, or the experience of moving through a world that wasn't quite designed for the way your brain works. I specialize in trauma and PTSD, relationship challenges, and supporting adults with ADHD and autism who are often figuring out a lot about themselves for the first time.
A lot of my clients come to me feeling like something is wrong with them. My job — and honestly, my passion — is helping people see that they've been responding to hard things in the most human ways possible. Healing isn't about fixing yourself. It's about understanding yourself.
My approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. I'm not going to sit silently and nod — I show up as a real person in the room with you. Therapy with me tends to feel like an honest, sometimes even humorous conversation, grounded in real tools and genuine care.
If any of this resonates, I'd love to hear from you. Reaching out is the hardest part — and you've already started.
8 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Rachel Eddins
Counselor/Therapist, MEd, LPC
If you are looking for guidance with anxiety, fears, depression, or trauma and ptsd, it takes courage to ask for help. Admitting you can’t do everything on your own, is the first step toward achieving wellness in a fast-paced, demanding world.
You are an expert on your situation. You understand it better than anyone because you are always in it, but when was the last time you stepped away to look at it from a new perspective? My approach is focused on helping you feel that you are whole, capable, enough, and doing your best - because you are.
Maybe, you just need some new skills to cope with all that goes on in your life. What you have learned in life never covered this. Or, perhaps, you've been feeling stuck in the same cycle of symptoms and are ready to try new skills to gain relief. We will work together to implement practical skills, create new habits, and get you moving again.
My approach is more active. I will be an active participant in your healing journey. Together, we will identify your most important goals and needs and work on a plan to get you there.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77007
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Robin Renucci
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ed.D, Ed.S, M.Ed, LPC, NCC
As a counselor, I am dedicated to creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences with honesty and intention. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process—one that empowers you to deepen self-understanding, break free from limiting patterns, and cultivate greater resilience, clarity, and connection.
I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs, whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck or overwhelmed. My work is grounded in respect, empathy, and the belief that meaningful change happens when you feel seen, heard, and supported.
Wherever you are in your journey, my goal is to walk alongside you as you move toward greater balance, authenticity, and well-being.
16 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Christine Fatherree @ Unwritten In Stone Psychotherapy PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I believe I have 2 superpowers. One is listening and the other is being curious. These create a powerful amalgam for change when used with proven therapeutic tools. Change can be scary, but sometimes we take a step into the unknown in spite of our fear. I believe this is being brave. That is the step that can move you toward the change and understanding you want.
6 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Jonathan Hock -- Therapy for Men
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with adult men who feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected from themselves, often after years of carrying responsibility, stress, or unresolved trauma alone. Many of the men I see have learned to keep pushing forward without stopping to reflect. As a U.S. Army combat veteran, I understand that mindset firsthand. Over time, this can lead to emotional numbness, irritability, and a loss of direction or purpose.
My approach is grounded in honesty, accountability, and reflection. I help clients step out of autopilot and take a more intentional role in their lives. Together, we explore how past experiences and identity shape present struggles, and what it means to move forward with clarity and self-responsibility. I specialize in working with men navigating purpose, identity, stress, trauma, and emotional disconnection.
What you are experiencing is not a personal failure. It is often a signal that something important is asking for your attention. In our work, we slow things down, make sense of what is beneath the surface, and decide how you want to live. If you are ready to understand yourself more deeply and take ownership of your direction, I invite you to reach out.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77006
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Ben Livesay
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I recognize that it can be tough to maintain hope in a world that constantly attacks your mental health and emotional wellbeing. I want to offer support to help you move past the things that keep you stuck in unhealthy patterns of thinking, acting, and relating to others. Schedule with me today, so that we can explore what you need to live a life of greater freedom and purpose.
7 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Dr. Monica Dyer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MPH, FNP, PMHNP
I strive to understand your story—not just your symptoms—and to partner with you in creating a plan that aligns with your needs, values, and goals. To heal, we need to feel safe, heard, and empowered. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I’m here to walk with you, support you, and help you rediscover hope, strength, and stability on your path forward.
3 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Amority Health - Rachel Cooper
Therapist, MS, LPC Associate
If you’re in the loop of constantly striving to get things “right,” struggling to say no, or feeling anxious and burned out from trying to keep up with everything, it can start to feel overwhelming to maintain.
You may find yourself overthinking decisions, being highly self-critical, or feeling like you can’t quite settle, even when things are going well. Over time, these patterns can become mentally exhausting and difficult to shift.
In session, we focus on understanding what’s driving these patterns and aim to develop a more flexible, sustainable way of thinking, responding, and relating to yourself.
4 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Andrew Oshobu
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
I am an individual who brings safety, calmness, and flexibility to my therapy. I don't come with an agenda rather I follow your lead and will bring in various techniques or interventions through psycho-education to support your needs. Life can be hard but you are not alone.
3 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Vada Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
At Vada Counseling, all of our therapists are queer and/or trans, and we bring that lived experience into every session. We understand the realities you’re navigating, and you won't have to explain, defend, or translate your identity or experiences. Our work is grounded in liberation, cultural humility, and care that rejects pathologizing frameworks.
We focus on collaborative, transparent therapy where consent, autonomy, and shared power lead the way. Clients come to us when they want support that recognizes trauma, identity, and systemic harm without losing sight of individual strengths and self-determination. If you’re looking for care rooted in decolonizing and anti-carceral values, Vada Counseling offers a space where you can simply be, and be understood.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77018
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
My counseling philosophy is simple yet profound: to build a genuine therapeutic relationship where you feel understood, supported, and empowered. I am committed to equipping you with the tools and strategies to navigate life’s challenges and create lasting change and renewed purpose."
2 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Jennifer Pinkerton
Therapist, M.S., LMFT, CTP, C-PD
If you have unresolved trauma it can prevent you from having connections with others and inhibit your ability to function optimally in relationships. Trauma responses can force you into adaptive functions that leave you feeling stuck. In therapy, the emotional healing work can be done on your inner child to create new narratives and establish positive self-regard. Often people are driven by unprocessed emotions that keep you in a reactive cycle when you are merely seeking secure and loving connections. We can work together to resolve the pain you are feeling and address what you want and need out of your life, your relationships, and yourself. It is never too late to develop resiliency and transform your life. I provide a non-judgmental space to share with safety and compassion and consider it I privilege to understand your experience.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77024
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Katrina Gary-Forte'
Counselor/Therapist, Ph.D., SAP, MAC, LCDC
Katrina Gary-Forte' is the owner of Trade It In and works with a team of counselors and therapists who specializing in the return to duty process, substance use disorder treatment, individual, couples, and family therapy in Houston, TX.
.We currently contract with Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections Department and the Department of Family and Protective Services, and have partnerships with several non-profit and counseling agencies throughout the Greater Houston area.
We provide NonDOT & DOT Substance Abuse Services, ensuring agencies and employees remain in compliance with *The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (49CFR, Part 40s).
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77036
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Reginald K. Riggins
Psychologist, PhD
My practice uses evidence-based techniques to assist those with mental health concerns. I provide an informative and collaborative approach to help potential clients reach both their short-term and long-term goals. I believe in skill building as an important aspect of achieving sustained change.
7 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Houston is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States, and therapists here serve an extraordinarily wide range of cultural communities, with strong demand for bilingual and multicultural practitioners across its many distinct neighborhoods. The city's petrochemical industry and repeated major flooding events — including Hurricane Harvey — have made trauma, grief, and disaster recovery a persistent focus for many Houston therapists. Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, provides an extensive institutional backdrop, with a large independent therapy community spread across the Heights, Montrose, and the Energy Corridor. Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Hindi, and Urdu-speaking therapists are all well represented in the Houston metro.
Houston, Texas therapists Statistics
Therapists in Houston, Texas average 16 years of experience and charge around $190 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (68%), and Trauma and PTSD (58%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$190
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
|
| 32% |
Male |
|
| 2% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 41% |
Online Only |
|
Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Depression |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 52% | Stress |
| 45% | Loss or Grief |
| 44% | Self Esteem |
| 40% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 35% | Men |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 25% | Christian |
| 24% | Military / Veterans |