Therapists in 77550
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Jennifer Lauren Ackerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550
I have 10 years of experience working with clients (Couples, Individuals & Families) dealing with a variety of issues, from all different cultural, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. If you are having Relationship issues, Thinking about Divorce or preparing for Marriage, let’s talk about it. I have extensive training helping couples communicate & manage conflict. I take into consideration your culture and unique situation while exploring possibilities to reaching your goals. Our therapeutic experience will be a conversation; not just me telling you what to do, because you know yourself better than anyone else.
I have 10 years of experience working with clients (Couples, Individuals & Families) dealing with a variety of issues, from all different cultural, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. If you are having Relationship issues, Thinking about Divorce or preparing for Marriage, let’s talk about it. I have extensive training helping couples communicate & manage conflict. I take into consideration your culture and unique situation while exploring possibilities to reaching your goals. Our therapeutic experience will be a conversation; not just me telling you what to do, because you know yourself better than anyone else.
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Sandy Crisp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550 (Online Only)
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here. Exploring options for counseling is a major step toward positive change in your life. Be encouraged that your journey to healing has begun, and you can finally work on the hurtful issues that are causing you pain. Life is hard, but it doesn’t have to be a constant state of pain and chaos. Counseling provides you with a safe place to explore your feelings and move on from past challenges and develop the life you truly want and deserve. A life worth celebrating!
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here. Exploring options for counseling is a major step toward positive change in your life. Be encouraged that your journey to healing has begun, and you can finally work on the hurtful issues that are causing you pain. Life is hard, but it doesn’t have to be a constant state of pain and chaos. Counseling provides you with a safe place to explore your feelings and move on from past challenges and develop the life you truly want and deserve. A life worth celebrating!
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My practice is designed to offer Life Coaching to clients of all ethnic backgrounds for the purpose of lifting, building, stimulating growth and progressive motion toward emotional well-being and personal actualization.
My practice is designed to offer Life Coaching to clients of all ethnic backgrounds for the purpose of lifting, building, stimulating growth and progressive motion toward emotional well-being and personal actualization.
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Amy Barrera-Kovach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CCM
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550
Each individual is unique and different and having to reach out to someone for help is a scary and vulnerable situation. I acknowledge this and welcome you in a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment to collaborate together with goals to help you. I modify my therapy to the individual needs and personalities. I believe in client centered and strengths-based therapy. I work jointly with my clients to help them grow individually within their own resilience. I practice and train mind-body-medicine skills with clients to help them manage stress.
Each individual is unique and different and having to reach out to someone for help is a scary and vulnerable situation. I acknowledge this and welcome you in a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment to collaborate together with goals to help you. I modify my therapy to the individual needs and personalities. I believe in client centered and strengths-based therapy. I work jointly with my clients to help them grow individually within their own resilience. I practice and train mind-body-medicine skills with clients to help them manage stress.
![Photo of Cat Stephens, LPC, KYT-200, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a94b15a-f841-47c8-a9f4-479901263f30/3/320x400.png)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Are you consistently challenged with behaviors, situations, and feelings which are no longer serving you? If so, congratulations on making the courageous decision of seeking help. I have had the opportunity of working with adolescents and adults on their healing journey. I specialize in person-centered, trauma-informed therapies, and holistic practices which honor the mind-body-spirit connection in a safe, affirming space for connection, healing, and growth. Imagine living a life with more peace of mind and more freedom to make conscious, healthy choices.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Are you consistently challenged with behaviors, situations, and feelings which are no longer serving you? If so, congratulations on making the courageous decision of seeking help. I have had the opportunity of working with adolescents and adults on their healing journey. I specialize in person-centered, trauma-informed therapies, and holistic practices which honor the mind-body-spirit connection in a safe, affirming space for connection, healing, and growth. Imagine living a life with more peace of mind and more freedom to make conscious, healthy choices.
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It’s easy to find yourself in a place where nothing seems to be going right. Whether it’s a deteriorating relationship, anger, worry, or hopelessness, you know that something needs to change.
It’s easy to find yourself in a place where nothing seems to be going right. Whether it’s a deteriorating relationship, anger, worry, or hopelessness, you know that something needs to change.
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Cindy Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups. Since 2010, my studies and career have focused on identifying underlying problems that contribute to relationship problems, substance use, and other problematic behaviors that limit the quality of life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups. Since 2010, my studies and career have focused on identifying underlying problems that contribute to relationship problems, substance use, and other problematic behaviors that limit the quality of life.
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Therapy is often a difficult and personal journey that one enters for a variety of reasons. It provides an emotionally safe place for people to address and process life experiences while also offering valuable insight and perspective throughout their recovery.
Therapy is often a difficult and personal journey that one enters for a variety of reasons. It provides an emotionally safe place for people to address and process life experiences while also offering valuable insight and perspective throughout their recovery.
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Family Service Center is a counseling agency in Galveston County serving individuals of all ages and their families. FSC also collaborates and provides services at multiple community-based settings to best serve client needs. FSC employs a professional staff of skilled clinicians who hold degrees in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or closely related disciplines. Our clinicians join clients in identifying solutions to meet and respond to life's challenges. FSC's programs include the Individual and Family Program, the Juvenile Justice/Oasis Program, the STAR Program, the Community Support Services Program, Prevention and Outreach Services, and Victim Support Services.
Family Service Center is a counseling agency in Galveston County serving individuals of all ages and their families. FSC also collaborates and provides services at multiple community-based settings to best serve client needs. FSC employs a professional staff of skilled clinicians who hold degrees in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or closely related disciplines. Our clinicians join clients in identifying solutions to meet and respond to life's challenges. FSC's programs include the Individual and Family Program, the Juvenile Justice/Oasis Program, the STAR Program, the Community Support Services Program, Prevention and Outreach Services, and Victim Support Services.
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Taylor N Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, TCTSY-F, RYT 500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77550
Not accepting new clients
“Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives.” – Bessel van der Kolk Over my 8 years of practice, I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings providing therapy to both adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating interpersonal trauma along with a wide range of mental health issues including but not limited to PTSD/C-PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
“Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives.” – Bessel van der Kolk Over my 8 years of practice, I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings providing therapy to both adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating interpersonal trauma along with a wide range of mental health issues including but not limited to PTSD/C-PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
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EMDR Therapy With Corinna Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CART, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
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"Tell me, what is it you plan to do With Your one wild and precious life? " - from Mary Oliver's The Summer Day Tammy S. Fountain, M.A., LPC-S is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor who has provided services to people of all ages in the Galveston-Houston area for over decades. She has worked with children, adolescents and adults with emotional, physical and spiritual struggles inpatient and outpatient facilities, including Shriners' Burns Hospital, UTMB Children's Hospital, The Menninger Clinic's Professionals in Crisis Program, Teen and Family Services (addictions), Art Bridge Houston and in a private practice.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do With Your one wild and precious life? " - from Mary Oliver's The Summer Day Tammy S. Fountain, M.A., LPC-S is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor who has provided services to people of all ages in the Galveston-Houston area for over decades. She has worked with children, adolescents and adults with emotional, physical and spiritual struggles inpatient and outpatient facilities, including Shriners' Burns Hospital, UTMB Children's Hospital, The Menninger Clinic's Professionals in Crisis Program, Teen and Family Services (addictions), Art Bridge Houston and in a private practice.
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Kimberly Jane Tope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CART
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550 (Online Only)
Are you in need of a more satisfying life? Perhaps you feel like there is no way out of your situation. Do you need freedom from symptoms like anxiety, panic, depression and up-and-down moods? These can impact your relationships, work, school, sobriety, self-worth and your overall life experience. You may be dealing with issues with your identity as LGBTQIA+. You would like a strong sense of self and pride in who you are yet you are met with challenges. Perhaps your difficult experience is anger and rage and this has affected your relationships and communication. Perhaps you find it difficult to remain sober.
Are you in need of a more satisfying life? Perhaps you feel like there is no way out of your situation. Do you need freedom from symptoms like anxiety, panic, depression and up-and-down moods? These can impact your relationships, work, school, sobriety, self-worth and your overall life experience. You may be dealing with issues with your identity as LGBTQIA+. You would like a strong sense of self and pride in who you are yet you are met with challenges. Perhaps your difficult experience is anger and rage and this has affected your relationships and communication. Perhaps you find it difficult to remain sober.
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Ignatius Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MS, MPA
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550 (Online Only)
Howdy! I’m Cinthya Fillips, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, supervised by Mark Cagle, LPC-S, and the owner of Ignatius Counseling PLLC. As humans, we are endowed with both gifts and struggles. Sometimes life gets tough enough that the burden doesn’t subside. For phases like those, a supportive space where you can feel understood and empowered is the precursor to healing. At Ignatius Counseling we provide the professional support necessary to overcome trauma, childhood wounds, work-related stress, grief, loneliness, and burnout.
Howdy! I’m Cinthya Fillips, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, supervised by Mark Cagle, LPC-S, and the owner of Ignatius Counseling PLLC. As humans, we are endowed with both gifts and struggles. Sometimes life gets tough enough that the burden doesn’t subside. For phases like those, a supportive space where you can feel understood and empowered is the precursor to healing. At Ignatius Counseling we provide the professional support necessary to overcome trauma, childhood wounds, work-related stress, grief, loneliness, and burnout.
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Michelle T. Carter- Ellie Mental Health Galveston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of diverse experience. I provide individual, relationship and family therapy adults and young adults over the age of 15. All of us have had times in our lives where talking to someone objective and empathetic would lead us on a more resolved and peaceful path. I have 25 years experience in a variety of clinical environments. I provide individual, relationship and family therapy to individuals over the age of 15. My goal is to assist in creating a more healthy, productive and happier life for those whose chose to engage in a therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of diverse experience. I provide individual, relationship and family therapy adults and young adults over the age of 15. All of us have had times in our lives where talking to someone objective and empathetic would lead us on a more resolved and peaceful path. I have 25 years experience in a variety of clinical environments. I provide individual, relationship and family therapy to individuals over the age of 15. My goal is to assist in creating a more healthy, productive and happier life for those whose chose to engage in a therapeutic relationship.
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Jennifer Lynn Delclos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Galveston, TX 77550
Life comes in waves. Whether it's typical development or life changes and challenges, I offer services to children and their parents to help navigate those waves.
Life comes in waves. Whether it's typical development or life changes and challenges, I offer services to children and their parents to help navigate those waves.
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Ellie Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77550
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years’ experience as an MA, CNA and 7 years of experience meeting the needs of clients in social work settings who struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and family relationships. I specialize in working with single moms with children and those with life event adjustments. I utilize a solution-focused approach along with cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapeutic techniques to uncover, process and assist my clients with managing unwanted symptoms that are keeping them from moving forward with achieving personal goals in life.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years’ experience as an MA, CNA and 7 years of experience meeting the needs of clients in social work settings who struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and family relationships. I specialize in working with single moms with children and those with life event adjustments. I utilize a solution-focused approach along with cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapeutic techniques to uncover, process and assist my clients with managing unwanted symptoms that are keeping them from moving forward with achieving personal goals in life.
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Greg Fenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77550
CREATE CHANGE TODAY! Offering therapy services to INDIVIDUALS, Couples and Families are also accommodated. Located in a safe, discreet, comfortable setting in downtown Galveston TX. To create change, we must be willing to consider how our lives can be different and then think, feel, and act in ways that are different. As a therapist, I seek to collaborate with my clients in creating therapeutic relationships aimed at understanding how our lives are continuously shaped by change and how we can in turn influence the process of change through dialogue and communication.
CREATE CHANGE TODAY! Offering therapy services to INDIVIDUALS, Couples and Families are also accommodated. Located in a safe, discreet, comfortable setting in downtown Galveston TX. To create change, we must be willing to consider how our lives can be different and then think, feel, and act in ways that are different. As a therapist, I seek to collaborate with my clients in creating therapeutic relationships aimed at understanding how our lives are continuously shaped by change and how we can in turn influence the process of change through dialogue and communication.
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Deanna Ball
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, ST, CART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77550 (Online Only)
I am making changes to my practice. Effective immediately, I am no longer be accepting counseling clients. Instead, I will be exclusively focusing on providing life and spiritual coaching services. Please note that insurance plans do not cover coaching services. Therefore, if you wish to work with me for life and spiritual coaching, it will be on a self-pay basis. I believe in the value and benefits of coaching, and I am committed to providing you with a transformative and fulfilling experience. I also offer Access Bars (AB).
I am making changes to my practice. Effective immediately, I am no longer be accepting counseling clients. Instead, I will be exclusively focusing on providing life and spiritual coaching services. Please note that insurance plans do not cover coaching services. Therefore, if you wish to work with me for life and spiritual coaching, it will be on a self-pay basis. I believe in the value and benefits of coaching, and I am committed to providing you with a transformative and fulfilling experience. I also offer Access Bars (AB).
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Number of Therapists in 77550
40+
Average cost per session
$120
Therapists in 77550 who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
84% | Coping Skills |
82% | Grief |
80% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
80% | Aetna |
77% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 77550 see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
91% | Female | |
9% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.