Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Houston, Texas TX
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Houston. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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)
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Chibby Efuribe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
I'm dedicated to helping you feel more focused, less overwhelmed, and emotionally balanced. I work with teens and adults who are managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and stress-related challenges. My goal is to help you gain control of your thoughts, improve daily functioning, and feel more confident in yourself and your future.
15 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
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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)
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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)
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Scot Seitz
Psychologist, PhD
I work with individuals and couples across multiple states (via telehealth) who are seeking support for various mental health challenges. Many of my clients have difficulties related to anxiety, depression, relationships, and/or trauma that get in the way of enjoying life and thriving to their fullest potential. I also work with people who are diagnosed with OCD, schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, and related conditions. I will work with you to develop goals for therapy and a plan to attain those goals. I provide a tailored therapy experience by utilizing a variety of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure and response prevention (ERP), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), emotion-focused couples therapy, and the Gottman Method. Overall, I seek to empower you with the skills to live a meaningful life based on your personal goals and values.
12 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
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Casey Mansfield
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC, CCATP, ASDCS
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing virtual mental health services throughout Texas for children, teens, young adults, and adults. As your therapist, I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to meet you where you are, listen without judgment, and collaborate with you to identify meaningful goals and practical steps toward change. I also recognize that therapy is not always about fixing or changing something—it can be about learning how to sit with the hard things, make space for difficult emotions, and move through life with greater confidence and self-compassion.
12 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
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Grief Recovery Center
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LP, LPA-IPA
At Grief Recovery Center, our vision is a world where no one is afraid to seek mental health help, regardless of background. We believe that everyone deserves healing, hope, and compassionate mental health care. Our diverse group of mental health counselors and psychologists can help you navigate various life transitions and challenges through compassionate counseling and therapy in a cohesive and supportive environment.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77018
Online in Houston, TX Texas
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Kinnari Birla
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
At Elvive Psychological Services, we believe that every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported. Seeking therapy is a meaningful step, and our team is committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and move toward lasting change.
We recognize that each person's story is unique. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we tailor treatment to each individual's strengths, experiences, values, and goals. Our clinicians use evidence-based practices while fostering genuine, collaborative relationships that empower clients to make meaningful progress.
Whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, cultural or identity-related experiences, or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, we are here to support you. Our goal is to help clients develop practical tools, gain greater self-understanding, and create fulfilling, balanced lives.
At Elvive Psychological Services, we are honored to be part of your journey and are dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive, and high-quality mental health care every step of the way.
13 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
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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)
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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)
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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. I'd love to talk with you 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)
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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
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.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Houston, Texas Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Houston, Texas average 12 years of experience and charge around $178 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Depression (75%), and Trauma and PTSD (70%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$178
Accept insurance
61%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
Online Only |
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| 46% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Stress |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 55% | Social Anxiety |
| 49% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Christian |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |