Therapists in Stroud, OK
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Patricia Short
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stroud, OK 74079 (Online Only)
Welcome to teletherapy, Oregon and Oklahoma residents! It is convenient and accessible, whenever and wherever you are! For your convenience, I offer confidential telehealth sessions from the comfort of your cellphone or computer. I can schedule appointments during the kids' naptime, early mornings or in the evenings after work. I believe that you are the expert of you. My role is to help you identify, and coach you in navigating the issues which are holding you back. I believe in your value and ability to live how you choose. I will help you identify your preferred options. I utilize CBT and DBT, because thoughts have power!
Welcome to teletherapy, Oregon and Oklahoma residents! It is convenient and accessible, whenever and wherever you are! For your convenience, I offer confidential telehealth sessions from the comfort of your cellphone or computer. I can schedule appointments during the kids' naptime, early mornings or in the evenings after work. I believe that you are the expert of you. My role is to help you identify, and coach you in navigating the issues which are holding you back. I believe in your value and ability to live how you choose. I will help you identify your preferred options. I utilize CBT and DBT, because thoughts have power!
Online Therapists
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Elizabeth Ann Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Oklahoma City, OK 73131
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxieties or anger issues that could be related to their relationships or family. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. This plan will have goals and objectives so that we can accomplish what we are wanting to achieve.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxieties or anger issues that could be related to their relationships or family. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. This plan will have goals and objectives so that we can accomplish what we are wanting to achieve.
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Dexter J Jefferson Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74103 (Online Only)
Yesterday’s experiences can influence today’s thoughts, and your current thoughts will dictate how you behave and feel. Are you in an uncertain place in life and find yourself desiring peace and happiness? Do you fear the unknown or constantly worry? Do you experience bouts of sadness or anger that appear to be intensifying? Have you tried everything to fix these things, but nothing has worked? Well, there is hope. Regardless of your struggles, the right therapist can help you begin the healing process. I believe that I am the right therapist for you. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression and I am here to help.
Yesterday’s experiences can influence today’s thoughts, and your current thoughts will dictate how you behave and feel. Are you in an uncertain place in life and find yourself desiring peace and happiness? Do you fear the unknown or constantly worry? Do you experience bouts of sadness or anger that appear to be intensifying? Have you tried everything to fix these things, but nothing has worked? Well, there is hope. Regardless of your struggles, the right therapist can help you begin the healing process. I believe that I am the right therapist for you. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression and I am here to help.
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Carolyn Y Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
Life is difficult especially if you are depressed, anxious, and facing mental distress. Well, welcome to a nurturing space dedicated to your journey of healing and well-being. As a therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, eating disorders, and trauma. With a client-centered and solution-focused approach, we'll collaboratively explore your unique experiences, fostering resilience and positive change. Your healing and reaching your goals will be the focus during our time together. I hold licenses in both Oklahoma and Virginia.
Life is difficult especially if you are depressed, anxious, and facing mental distress. Well, welcome to a nurturing space dedicated to your journey of healing and well-being. As a therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, eating disorders, and trauma. With a client-centered and solution-focused approach, we'll collaboratively explore your unique experiences, fostering resilience and positive change. Your healing and reaching your goals will be the focus during our time together. I hold licenses in both Oklahoma and Virginia.
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Crystal N Fessler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tahlequah, OK 74464
Waitlist for new clients
Currently establishing a waitlist. Are you struggling in ways you never have before? Things are harder, waking up takes longer, motivation is nonexistent, sleep is lacking, and work drags on. Anxiety, depression, executive functioning, trauma, all things that are impacting you, your children, and your family as a whole. I work from a strengths based perspective, which means that I focus on the positives which can be hard for you to see right now. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness activities, and client centered approaches to aide you in learning coping skills for everyday situations.
Currently establishing a waitlist. Are you struggling in ways you never have before? Things are harder, waking up takes longer, motivation is nonexistent, sleep is lacking, and work drags on. Anxiety, depression, executive functioning, trauma, all things that are impacting you, your children, and your family as a whole. I work from a strengths based perspective, which means that I focus on the positives which can be hard for you to see right now. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness activities, and client centered approaches to aide you in learning coping skills for everyday situations.
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Jasmine Finch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74114
Waitlist for new clients
While growing up did you often feel unloved and unwanted? You now long for meaningful relationships and connection, but feel haunted by the past, especially the relationship patterns and habits that were modeled for you in childhood. You may even find that your emotions get the best of you at times and seemingly come out of nowhere. You try to do your best, but it just doesn't feel like enough. You want to feel more connected, calm and in control of your life. If this sounds like you, then we might be a good fit to work together. Whether the stress you are dealing with is about family, work, school, relationships, all of the above,
While growing up did you often feel unloved and unwanted? You now long for meaningful relationships and connection, but feel haunted by the past, especially the relationship patterns and habits that were modeled for you in childhood. You may even find that your emotions get the best of you at times and seemingly come out of nowhere. You try to do your best, but it just doesn't feel like enough. You want to feel more connected, calm and in control of your life. If this sounds like you, then we might be a good fit to work together. Whether the stress you are dealing with is about family, work, school, relationships, all of the above,
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Mary Young, LifeWorks Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, CCTP II, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73003
I hope with all my heart that your life is working just as it should. I hope your life is full of wonder and joy, friendships and family, fulfilling work, and a promising future. As much as I may hope for it, and as much as you may wish for it, sometimes this just isn't happening. Sometimes unexpected, painful, and difficult events occur, leaving you feeling beaten up and broken. If this is where you are, you need to know it can get better! We can work on it together to make it better! You don't have to do this alone. Alone can be scary; together is better. :-)
I hope with all my heart that your life is working just as it should. I hope your life is full of wonder and joy, friendships and family, fulfilling work, and a promising future. As much as I may hope for it, and as much as you may wish for it, sometimes this just isn't happening. Sometimes unexpected, painful, and difficult events occur, leaving you feeling beaten up and broken. If this is where you are, you need to know it can get better! We can work on it together to make it better! You don't have to do this alone. Alone can be scary; together is better. :-)
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Solace Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Oklahoma City, OK 73104 (Online Only)
Realizo esta labor con pasion y compasion el ayudar a otros a facilitar los cambios y crecimiento mental y emocional. Asisto a adultos mayores de 19 anos de edad con conflictos de adicciones, ansiedad, autoestima, codependencia, emocionales, enojo y cualquier otro problema de la vida comun.
Realizo esta labor con pasion y compasion el ayudar a otros a facilitar los cambios y crecimiento mental y emocional. Asisto a adultos mayores de 19 anos de edad con conflictos de adicciones, ansiedad, autoestima, codependencia, emocionales, enojo y cualquier otro problema de la vida comun.
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Tiffany Hawkins Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Hi! I’m happy that you are here. I believe everyone has the power to heal—As a therapist, my goal is to work in collaboration with you to gain clarity and ultimately heal, so that you can be your best self and love the life you want to live. As your ally, my role is to create a safe and affirming space for you to begin exploring patterns while working towards change. Together we will strengthen your confidence and personal power, navigating with you through personal reflection and acknowledgment, while assisting you in discovering inner strengths that will help you live a better, more enriched life.
Hi! I’m happy that you are here. I believe everyone has the power to heal—As a therapist, my goal is to work in collaboration with you to gain clarity and ultimately heal, so that you can be your best self and love the life you want to live. As your ally, my role is to create a safe and affirming space for you to begin exploring patterns while working towards change. Together we will strengthen your confidence and personal power, navigating with you through personal reflection and acknowledgment, while assisting you in discovering inner strengths that will help you live a better, more enriched life.
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Trauma has been my specialty. I love to watch people transform their lives, I attend a 12 step program myself and find that experience helps clients too. I have 25 years experience as a clinical social worker. I am trained in EMDR and love to include art. In healing.
Trauma has been my specialty. I love to watch people transform their lives, I attend a 12 step program myself and find that experience helps clients too. I have 25 years experience as a clinical social worker. I am trained in EMDR and love to include art. In healing.
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Fily Wahidin is an LPC-Candidate at Integrated Therapy Solutions. Fily graduated with a Master’s in Professional Counseling from the University of Oklahoma. Fily sees child, adolescent, and adult clients. Fily utilizes an integrated counseling approach combining techniques from person-centered, narrative, relational, and cognitive therapy. Fily strives to provide her clients with positive regard, genuineness and empathy. Fily is passionate about helping guide her clients through their issues, whatever they may be. Fily sees multicultural clients, is LGBTQ+ affirming, and is open to clients of all religions/non-religious (secular).
Fily Wahidin is an LPC-Candidate at Integrated Therapy Solutions. Fily graduated with a Master’s in Professional Counseling from the University of Oklahoma. Fily sees child, adolescent, and adult clients. Fily utilizes an integrated counseling approach combining techniques from person-centered, narrative, relational, and cognitive therapy. Fily strives to provide her clients with positive regard, genuineness and empathy. Fily is passionate about helping guide her clients through their issues, whatever they may be. Fily sees multicultural clients, is LGBTQ+ affirming, and is open to clients of all religions/non-religious (secular).
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Dr. Kendal Wellington Humes
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addictions/substance abuse, anger management, adult, couples and family, trauma, and LGBT issues.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addictions/substance abuse, anger management, adult, couples and family, trauma, and LGBT issues.
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Do you struggle in relationships with your parent? Experience out-of-control thoughts or emotions? Would like to heal painful experiences from your past? Or want to feel more confident? Getting through life can often feel hard, but it doesn't have to be.
Do you struggle in relationships with your parent? Experience out-of-control thoughts or emotions? Would like to heal painful experiences from your past? Or want to feel more confident? Getting through life can often feel hard, but it doesn't have to be.
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Amber Given
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73034
Waitlist for new clients
People are uniquely shaped by their early relationships, especially family relationships and subsequent life experiences. By participating in counseling people can address their struggles, strengths and life choices. I strive to provide a safe, encouraging and respectful environment where those committed to therapy and change are able to find solutions.
People are uniquely shaped by their early relationships, especially family relationships and subsequent life experiences. By participating in counseling people can address their struggles, strengths and life choices. I strive to provide a safe, encouraging and respectful environment where those committed to therapy and change are able to find solutions.
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Steven Greiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owasso, OK 74055
Above all, my goal as a therapist is to show that I genuinely care about you and what you are going through. Each of us encounter problems, at times in our lives. In order to overcome those problems, it is often helpful to have an outside perspective. I hope to be that outside perspective that you seek.
Above all, my goal as a therapist is to show that I genuinely care about you and what you are going through. Each of us encounter problems, at times in our lives. In order to overcome those problems, it is often helpful to have an outside perspective. I hope to be that outside perspective that you seek.
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Revive Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74133
Josh is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Revive Counseling. He specializes in treating OCD and other anxiety related problems. He utilizes evidence-based approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP) and has four years of mental health experience. He works with clients of all ages to achieve their goals. Josh is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, with his Masters in counseling. He has a range of clinical experiences including school-based counseling and private practice. Josh works with kids, teens, and adults.
Josh is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Revive Counseling. He specializes in treating OCD and other anxiety related problems. He utilizes evidence-based approaches including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP) and has four years of mental health experience. He works with clients of all ages to achieve their goals. Josh is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, with his Masters in counseling. He has a range of clinical experiences including school-based counseling and private practice. Josh works with kids, teens, and adults.
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Sandy Stone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
Have you lost hope? Are you feeling isolated and alone? Are your family relationships frustrating and exhausting? Does your heart hurt from relationships gone bad? Are you worried and anxious? Are you tired of defending yourself? I believe you can turn these feelings into hope, confidence and peace. I work with women of all ages, and couples.
Have you lost hope? Are you feeling isolated and alone? Are your family relationships frustrating and exhausting? Does your heart hurt from relationships gone bad? Are you worried and anxious? Are you tired of defending yourself? I believe you can turn these feelings into hope, confidence and peace. I work with women of all ages, and couples.
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Yvonne Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, LPC, BSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74136
Waitlist for new clients
Do you want to get well? Let me tell you, healing is hard work, but it's so worth it! I'm the therapist you come to when you need to go deep, without being judged. Expect tears. I welcome them. That's part of the healing process. That lump in your throat could be unprocessed trauma! In 2020, I became a Certified Brainspotting Therapist, specializing in treating trauma and getting to the root issue. I work with adults and other therapists who need to process their own trauma. Private entrance available for clients who need more confidentiality. Church hurt? I'm a Christian and can help you navigate your journey to heal.
Do you want to get well? Let me tell you, healing is hard work, but it's so worth it! I'm the therapist you come to when you need to go deep, without being judged. Expect tears. I welcome them. That's part of the healing process. That lump in your throat could be unprocessed trauma! In 2020, I became a Certified Brainspotting Therapist, specializing in treating trauma and getting to the root issue. I work with adults and other therapists who need to process their own trauma. Private entrance available for clients who need more confidentiality. Church hurt? I'm a Christian and can help you navigate your journey to heal.
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Courtney Meadows
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RDT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74112 (Online Only)
Your story is worthy of witnessing and exploration. Trauma and chronic stress can block our ability to find words, recall memories, and feel connected with our bodies. By intentionally weaving talk therapy with experiential methods like drama therapy and psychodrama, the whole body is invited into healing. This allows the nervous system to shift from “fight, flight, and freeze” responses to a grounded connectedness- both within the body and in relationship with others. Though hard work, it’s also play; a co-created journey, finding wellbeing and joy.
Your story is worthy of witnessing and exploration. Trauma and chronic stress can block our ability to find words, recall memories, and feel connected with our bodies. By intentionally weaving talk therapy with experiential methods like drama therapy and psychodrama, the whole body is invited into healing. This allows the nervous system to shift from “fight, flight, and freeze” responses to a grounded connectedness- both within the body and in relationship with others. Though hard work, it’s also play; a co-created journey, finding wellbeing and joy.
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People seek counseling for different reasons—perhaps for a specific event like death, divorce, illness, moving, or birth. Other times, the reason is more difficult to identify. It could be a general sense of overwhelm or that something is off balance within ourselves or our important relationships. Because we are shaped by our environments and past experiences, often, and despite our best efforts, we find ourselves repeating patterns that keep us stuck and in conflict. This can cause feelings of confusion and frustration, and impact our relationship with ourselves and those we care about most, in ways we may not yet understand.
People seek counseling for different reasons—perhaps for a specific event like death, divorce, illness, moving, or birth. Other times, the reason is more difficult to identify. It could be a general sense of overwhelm or that something is off balance within ourselves or our important relationships. Because we are shaped by our environments and past experiences, often, and despite our best efforts, we find ourselves repeating patterns that keep us stuck and in conflict. This can cause feelings of confusion and frustration, and impact our relationship with ourselves and those we care about most, in ways we may not yet understand.
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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.