Therapists in Houston, TX
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Cessi Elizabeth Sutter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
I am a bilingual English and Spanish speaking therapist that provides counseling and employment services. I offer individual, group, family, and couples therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Typical issues that are worked on in counseling include: depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, grief and trauma, communication, identity, and immigrant issues. For those individuals seeking employment and career coaching, assistance is provided to them in helping them obtain a job or accomplish their professional goals. All services are provided in both English and Spanish.
I am a bilingual English and Spanish speaking therapist that provides counseling and employment services. I offer individual, group, family, and couples therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Typical issues that are worked on in counseling include: depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, grief and trauma, communication, identity, and immigrant issues. For those individuals seeking employment and career coaching, assistance is provided to them in helping them obtain a job or accomplish their professional goals. All services are provided in both English and Spanish.
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Judy White Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77060
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Life Coach, Certified Christian Counselor, & Educator; specializing in trauma recovery; social & emotional maladjustments in children, adolescents, and adults. I am experienced in helping clients heal from: childhood abuse (all forms), abandonment issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship recovery, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, career issues, fear of public speaking, the effects of low self-esteem, and alcoholism.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Life Coach, Certified Christian Counselor, & Educator; specializing in trauma recovery; social & emotional maladjustments in children, adolescents, and adults. I am experienced in helping clients heal from: childhood abuse (all forms), abandonment issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship recovery, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, career issues, fear of public speaking, the effects of low self-esteem, and alcoholism.
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Ashley Hence
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Struggling in areas of your life? I can help! My goal is to help you live and achieve a more satisfying life. The client counselor relationship that is established with you will be geared towards increasing positive self-esteem and self worth. With years of experience providing therapy to individuals, groups and families. I have the skills necessary to tackle your current life challenges. My specialties include career counseling, developing appropriate life coping skills, depression, chemical dependency; using a combination of cognitive behavioral, person centered, and solution focused therapy to treat the whole person.
Struggling in areas of your life? I can help! My goal is to help you live and achieve a more satisfying life. The client counselor relationship that is established with you will be geared towards increasing positive self-esteem and self worth. With years of experience providing therapy to individuals, groups and families. I have the skills necessary to tackle your current life challenges. My specialties include career counseling, developing appropriate life coping skills, depression, chemical dependency; using a combination of cognitive behavioral, person centered, and solution focused therapy to treat the whole person.
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Michelle Templain Kuehn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77002
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and LPC-S, and I have been in private practice for many years with over 25 years mental health experience. My Counseling/ Coaching practice is open to individuals. I have experience working with Counseling/ Life Coaching, goal setting, depression, anxiety, education and study skills as well as I am expanding services to include post bariatric success counseling and Women 40+ life changes. I can bill AETNA, CIGNA, UHC with ALMA. Link can be found at secure.helloalma.com/providers/amber-templain-kuehn/
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and LPC-S, and I have been in private practice for many years with over 25 years mental health experience. My Counseling/ Coaching practice is open to individuals. I have experience working with Counseling/ Life Coaching, goal setting, depression, anxiety, education and study skills as well as I am expanding services to include post bariatric success counseling and Women 40+ life changes. I can bill AETNA, CIGNA, UHC with ALMA. Link can be found at secure.helloalma.com/providers/amber-templain-kuehn/
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Caravella Stephens-Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77060
Whatever your reason for seeking out therapy, I am dedicated to helping you find a way to improve your mental health. I believe that every human being has a little healing to do. Improving your self-awareness and your outlook on troubling situations are just two ways therapy can dramatically change your life. In-office or virtual sessions are available Mon-Fri with the earliest session starting at 1pm & the last session starting at 7pm.
Whatever your reason for seeking out therapy, I am dedicated to helping you find a way to improve your mental health. I believe that every human being has a little healing to do. Improving your self-awareness and your outlook on troubling situations are just two ways therapy can dramatically change your life. In-office or virtual sessions are available Mon-Fri with the earliest session starting at 1pm & the last session starting at 7pm.
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Michelle Muckelroy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77091 (Online Only)
Feelings of stress and imbalance are common place in our rapidly evolving world; restoring balance to our lives can be that positive change we seek to reclaim a sense of peace. Collaboratively, clients and I can work together to rehabilitate thoughts, actions, and feelings to bring about positive change in a welcoming and confidential environment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor; I am also a certified educator and school counselor with 15 years experience. I have counseling experience in early childhood development, teen and women's issues, depression, anger and stress management, individual, marriage and family counseling.
Feelings of stress and imbalance are common place in our rapidly evolving world; restoring balance to our lives can be that positive change we seek to reclaim a sense of peace. Collaboratively, clients and I can work together to rehabilitate thoughts, actions, and feelings to bring about positive change in a welcoming and confidential environment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor; I am also a certified educator and school counselor with 15 years experience. I have counseling experience in early childhood development, teen and women's issues, depression, anger and stress management, individual, marriage and family counseling.
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Christina Titus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt helpless, hopeless, powerless, worthless, lost, alone or confused? How about angry, hurt, frustrated or sad? Then you are not alone. Counseling helped me and my family after a tragedy to redefine our journey and know that our story was not over. Strangely enough, because of this tragedy, I have learned to live in excitement of what the next page of my story will be. As a therapist, I now have the opportunity to help other people know their story is not over and help to write their next page.
Have you ever felt helpless, hopeless, powerless, worthless, lost, alone or confused? How about angry, hurt, frustrated or sad? Then you are not alone. Counseling helped me and my family after a tragedy to redefine our journey and know that our story was not over. Strangely enough, because of this tragedy, I have learned to live in excitement of what the next page of my story will be. As a therapist, I now have the opportunity to help other people know their story is not over and help to write their next page.
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Welcome! I'm Farouq, a compassionate therapist rooted in the heart of Houston, Texas. I'm here to help guide you along your journey of self-discovery. Many people deal with issues such as anxiety, depression, and family conflict, and I'm here to equip you with the skills and tools necessary to help you overcome your obstacles and improve your daily life. Please do not hesitate to reach out and explain your wants and needs in your personal life, I can provide the support necessary in order for you to acquire those needs and wants.
Welcome! I'm Farouq, a compassionate therapist rooted in the heart of Houston, Texas. I'm here to help guide you along your journey of self-discovery. Many people deal with issues such as anxiety, depression, and family conflict, and I'm here to equip you with the skills and tools necessary to help you overcome your obstacles and improve your daily life. Please do not hesitate to reach out and explain your wants and needs in your personal life, I can provide the support necessary in order for you to acquire those needs and wants.
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Barbara J. Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77272 (Online Only)
I have successfully taught children as early as those in Program Head Start, before becoming a Texas Teacher & School Counselor, and ultimately a LPC-Supervisor . As a child advocate who tries to understand the needs of the child in hopes of helping with mental or emotional turmoil. One may say or think that I specialize in treating children? This would be false, because I can't recall a situation where I could help the child without helping the parents, and even the whole family. Family history and dynamics plays a "Huge" role in your child's development and behaviors.
I have successfully taught children as early as those in Program Head Start, before becoming a Texas Teacher & School Counselor, and ultimately a LPC-Supervisor . As a child advocate who tries to understand the needs of the child in hopes of helping with mental or emotional turmoil. One may say or think that I specialize in treating children? This would be false, because I can't recall a situation where I could help the child without helping the parents, and even the whole family. Family history and dynamics plays a "Huge" role in your child's development and behaviors.
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Tammy Samour
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, LCDC, CEAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058 (Online Only)
Milestones Counseling was established to provide counseling for mental health, relationship, and substance use issues. We provide alcohol & drug evaluations for court, probation, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluations for the Department of Transportation (DOT) and non-DOT the return to duty rehabilitation process. Texas and out-of-state; Probation/Drug Courts Pre-trial Diversion Cases; Industrial and Petrochemical regulating agencies; DISA; Department of Transportation (DOT); ASAP; First Advantage; NASAP; Workplace Options; Child Protective Services (CPS); Divorce Cases / Attorney / Legal Issues; etc.
Milestones Counseling was established to provide counseling for mental health, relationship, and substance use issues. We provide alcohol & drug evaluations for court, probation, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluations for the Department of Transportation (DOT) and non-DOT the return to duty rehabilitation process. Texas and out-of-state; Probation/Drug Courts Pre-trial Diversion Cases; Industrial and Petrochemical regulating agencies; DISA; Department of Transportation (DOT); ASAP; First Advantage; NASAP; Workplace Options; Child Protective Services (CPS); Divorce Cases / Attorney / Legal Issues; etc.
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Consider me a non-pretentious person, who wants to help you improve your quality of life. I work out of Houston. Be assured, that we respect all people, belief systems, religions, creeds, and lifestyles. Everyone from Progressives to Traditionalists, are welcomed. I do talk therapy, and mental health/substance abuse, and ESA (Emotional Support Animal) assessments. In addition, I am an Approved Texas LPC-Associate / Intern Supervisor; willing to help someone on the road to licensing. I am especially concerned with Men's Issues and Men's Mental Health. Many men are underserved/disserved when they seek help or voice their concerns.
Consider me a non-pretentious person, who wants to help you improve your quality of life. I work out of Houston. Be assured, that we respect all people, belief systems, religions, creeds, and lifestyles. Everyone from Progressives to Traditionalists, are welcomed. I do talk therapy, and mental health/substance abuse, and ESA (Emotional Support Animal) assessments. In addition, I am an Approved Texas LPC-Associate / Intern Supervisor; willing to help someone on the road to licensing. I am especially concerned with Men's Issues and Men's Mental Health. Many men are underserved/disserved when they seek help or voice their concerns.
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Bridget Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, SAP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77036
I have over 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and their families who are dealing with a variety of behavioral health, alcohol and drug abuse issues. My experience has shown me that by changing unhealthy patterns, expressing fears and concerns and taking gentle risks, it is possible to live a satisfying life regardless of what or how long your struggle. I use a combination of techniques depending on issues presented and we will work together on both short and long term goals.
I have over 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and their families who are dealing with a variety of behavioral health, alcohol and drug abuse issues. My experience has shown me that by changing unhealthy patterns, expressing fears and concerns and taking gentle risks, it is possible to live a satisfying life regardless of what or how long your struggle. I use a combination of techniques depending on issues presented and we will work together on both short and long term goals.
![Photo of Cleo Browder, MA, LPC-S, NCC, ERPSCC, CEAP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/db3d15cb-0139-44c7-a025-51745c488a42/2/320x400.jpeg)
Cleo Browder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, ERPSCC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77057 (Online Only)
I believe in promoting healing and healthy mind through effective psychotherapy. Life as magnificent as it is, comes with challenges that can overwhelm an individual to the point where his/her daily functioning is significantly impaired. Psychotherapy provides a means for managing and coping with issues that at some time or another interfere with daily functioning. My goal is to assist individuals with learning how to manage/cope with the challenges presented by life.
I believe in promoting healing and healthy mind through effective psychotherapy. Life as magnificent as it is, comes with challenges that can overwhelm an individual to the point where his/her daily functioning is significantly impaired. Psychotherapy provides a means for managing and coping with issues that at some time or another interfere with daily functioning. My goal is to assist individuals with learning how to manage/cope with the challenges presented by life.
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Jonathan Emanuel Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77024 (Online Only)
Sometimes life becomes overwhelming. Everyone struggles with issues of wellness and mental health from time to time. Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or past trauma. These problems can take over everyday life and contribute to other issues like internet addictions, relationship difficulties, and more. Many of my clients have found that old coping skills aren’t working anymore. They need new strategies that actually make a difference. I help people better understand how they got to where they are, and how they can cultivate a life that focuses on balance, peace, and overall wellness.
Sometimes life becomes overwhelming. Everyone struggles with issues of wellness and mental health from time to time. Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or past trauma. These problems can take over everyday life and contribute to other issues like internet addictions, relationship difficulties, and more. Many of my clients have found that old coping skills aren’t working anymore. They need new strategies that actually make a difference. I help people better understand how they got to where they are, and how they can cultivate a life that focuses on balance, peace, and overall wellness.
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Katy Family Solutions (KFS) Barbara Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084 (Online Only)
Would you like to envision your future free of problems? We know that stress can impact your overall health negatively. I am here to help you identify those solutions to remove those barriers so that you can have the life that you truly want. My focus is working with individuals, couples and families utilizing a strength based philosophy empowering my clients to collaboratively find solutions to their challenges while focusing on the present and acknowledging their history.
Would you like to envision your future free of problems? We know that stress can impact your overall health negatively. I am here to help you identify those solutions to remove those barriers so that you can have the life that you truly want. My focus is working with individuals, couples and families utilizing a strength based philosophy empowering my clients to collaboratively find solutions to their challenges while focusing on the present and acknowledging their history.
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Danielle Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77068 (Online Only)
Danielle "Dani" Ellis is a counselor, coach, and psychotherapist who helps people having difficulty coping with emotional or behavioral problems that are affecting their happiness and peace of mind. She assists her clients by focusing on resilience, empowerment, assertiveness, and positive actionable change. Treatment is based on a wellness perspective where clients are understood, accepted, and encouraged to focus on their individual uniqueness and strengths rather than identifying with an illness or diagnosis. She helps clients heal from trauma, confront unhealthy habits, develop insight and awareness, and learn new ways to cope.
Danielle "Dani" Ellis is a counselor, coach, and psychotherapist who helps people having difficulty coping with emotional or behavioral problems that are affecting their happiness and peace of mind. She assists her clients by focusing on resilience, empowerment, assertiveness, and positive actionable change. Treatment is based on a wellness perspective where clients are understood, accepted, and encouraged to focus on their individual uniqueness and strengths rather than identifying with an illness or diagnosis. She helps clients heal from trauma, confront unhealthy habits, develop insight and awareness, and learn new ways to cope.
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Dr. Cynthia C Kay
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
Waitlist for new clients
Addiction is the heartbreak of our culture. Has it interrupted your life? Please know that there is positive long-term recovery without judgment. Recovery is not just for an individual but for all who are affected. I have helped thousands of families and individuals with chronic addictions using a holistic, positive, and practical model for change. Please call for a free consultation. I believe that where there is life, there is hope. I hope that you continue this first step toward long-term recovery. Together we can mend broken places and move toward a Brighter and Brighter life.
Addiction is the heartbreak of our culture. Has it interrupted your life? Please know that there is positive long-term recovery without judgment. Recovery is not just for an individual but for all who are affected. I have helped thousands of families and individuals with chronic addictions using a holistic, positive, and practical model for change. Please call for a free consultation. I believe that where there is life, there is hope. I hope that you continue this first step toward long-term recovery. Together we can mend broken places and move toward a Brighter and Brighter life.
Online Therapists
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Priscilla Khademi Kalantari
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bryan, TX 77808
Waitlist for new clients
Our psychological, emotional, and social well being is an important aspect of our overall health. In fact, when our mental health is out of balance it could have a negative impact on our physical health and vice versa. Common factors that affect our mental health include loss of a loved one, medical diagnosis, relational and family issues, difficulty finding life/work balance, job loss or work dissatisfaction, life transitions, and past/current traumatic events. These are part of living and being human. Counseling is one resource that could help you get through these difficult times, to process your feelings and learn coping tools.
Our psychological, emotional, and social well being is an important aspect of our overall health. In fact, when our mental health is out of balance it could have a negative impact on our physical health and vice versa. Common factors that affect our mental health include loss of a loved one, medical diagnosis, relational and family issues, difficulty finding life/work balance, job loss or work dissatisfaction, life transitions, and past/current traumatic events. These are part of living and being human. Counseling is one resource that could help you get through these difficult times, to process your feelings and learn coping tools.
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Cherish Marie Brooks
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, IP
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77346 (Online Only)
Brooks Psychology: Women's Wellness. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is a combination between Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy with an implementation of Creative Arts. My sessions are forward focused in which the treatment plan is focused on areas of growth. With that said every treatment plan created is personalized for the individual based on their needs, wants and symptoms, but is catered to female oriented issues. Therefore, additional therapies are at times added to treatment I offer only VIRTUAL services for therapy. Appointments can be scheduled online- brookspsychology.org.
Brooks Psychology: Women's Wellness. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is a combination between Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy with an implementation of Creative Arts. My sessions are forward focused in which the treatment plan is focused on areas of growth. With that said every treatment plan created is personalized for the individual based on their needs, wants and symptoms, but is catered to female oriented issues. Therefore, additional therapies are at times added to treatment I offer only VIRTUAL services for therapy. Appointments can be scheduled online- brookspsychology.org.
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If you need strategies to navigate the maze of infidelity, disconnection, or the dreaded "roommate" dynamic, call me! Over the last 20+ years as an LPC, I have guided many couples back to intimacy, trust, and reconnection. Maybe I can help you too. I offer both in-office and video appointments Monday through Thursday 8 am - 8 pm and Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Regardless of your relationship status, I can teach you healthy relationship skills and the mindset that is necessary to make these behaviors into new habits. If you are willing to work, a better marriage can be yours.
If you need strategies to navigate the maze of infidelity, disconnection, or the dreaded "roommate" dynamic, call me! Over the last 20+ years as an LPC, I have guided many couples back to intimacy, trust, and reconnection. Maybe I can help you too. I offer both in-office and video appointments Monday through Thursday 8 am - 8 pm and Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Regardless of your relationship status, I can teach you healthy relationship skills and the mindset that is necessary to make these behaviors into new habits. If you are willing to work, a better marriage can be yours.
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.