Therapists in Houston, TX

My name is Deanna Ramirez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under the supervision of Vikki Sears, LPC-S. I want you to know that I see you. I hear you. I help people grow through the uneasy transitions, the uncomfortable feelings, and the challenging emotional storms that we go through as we journey through life. I work with children, teens, and adults in many areas but my specialty is in navigating issues with identity, dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and emotional regulation, so they feel more connected and whole.

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, you experience challenges that others may not understand. You may be tired of not expressing yourself, feeling like you have to hide parts of yourself to keep the peace, or feeling ashamed. You might not even remember a time things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to start living authentically. You're ready to be proud of who you are. But, most of all, you're prepared not to hide anymore!

Whether it's family, relationships, work or school - life can be challenging. I help my clients tap into their best self to develop coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and depression. I also have focused experience helping clients with chronic health conditions, grief and loss, and challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community. I strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment where you will feel comfortable expressing yourself. I'm here to support you and provide you with tools and strategies to help you achieve your goals and feel better.

Hey Y'all I'm Marvin! Some of my passions include working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folks. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I have additional training on Emotion Focused Therapy allowing me to connect with attachment needs and help heal through establishing a secure attachment in relationships.

Are you struggling to find a sex positive therapist that helps you feel comfortable discussing your relationship and sexuality? I am Gottman certified and trauma certified. I create a safe, open environment for you to discuss your feelings, thoughts and experiences. I specialize in all forms of open/poly and kink lifestyles. Clients come to me when they are looking to navigate a new dynamic or are feeling stuck in their current relationship style. Other issues include communication, desire differences, sexual dissatisfaction or dysfunction, infidelity, low libido, and “porn/sex addiction”. I welcome the LGBTQ+ and kink communities.

Maybe you’re feeling down, overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, or maybe you don’t have the words for what you are feeling. I believe everyone goes through challenges at one point or another – I am here to help you navigate through those challenges and support you showing up as your authentic self. I work with individuals, couples and families (chosen/blood).

Seeking Self-Discovery and Change? BIPOC Therapist Here to Help Are you a Millennial, Individual of Color, or member of the LGBTQIA+ community facing life challenges? I'm Malton Cook, LPC-S, a therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate adjustment issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger management, and mood disorders. I understand the unique experiences and challenges faced by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities and create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals.

I specialize in work with the LGBTQIA+ community, those seeking secular (non-faith based) therapy and people facing interpersonal conflicts. That said, I put a high value on diversity and do not limit my practice to specific communities amongst the age 18+ population. I have also worked extensively with clients in rural Appalachia and Veterans. I work with clients experiencing a range of issues including interpersonal problems, sexuality conflict, stress, social anxiety, gender dysphoria, infidelity, divorce/breakups, transitional life events and women’s empowerment.

Do you and your partner love each other, but you are not lining up when it comes to sex and intimacy? If sex has become a chore . . . if one of you has a way lower drive than the other . . . if initiating has gotten really awkward . . . reach out and let's talk! When left unchecked, sexual issues can become the elephant in the room and can even lead to the end of the relationship. I know this from personal experience! But, there is so much you can do to diagnose the real issues and get you back on the right track. Sometimes you just need a guide who has been down that road before.

Does it sometimes feel like you just can't get it together? Does it feel like no one can help? I am glad you're here - I am skilled in working with people who have been to therapy previously and may not have had the best experience. I enjoy offering a corrective therapeutic experience aimed at helping you live a more connected life. I have many years of experience working with complex trauma and I am an EMDR certified clinician. Clients who have struggled with other therapists' styles often find my practice and begin to make noticeable changes pretty quickly. I am an engaged therapist with a knack for tracking patterns.

As an African American, male-identified therapist, I bring a trauma-informed lens to my work. I am particularly passionate about working with individuals who are stigmatized against seeking therapy. I am an empathetic and skilled therapist, committed to helping my clients heal and grow. I enjoy working with individuals and couples and working together to heal, grow, regulate, and bolster individual value and develop healthy relationships with healthy boundaries. I believe counseling brings great value to the person or couple who decide to do the work. I'd love to help you define and reach your counseling goals.

Howdy, I'm Natalia and I'm a relational trauma therapist working at the intersections of culture, power, and personhood. I am honored to help adults overcome experiences of trauma and cultural oppression to reclaim their peace, power and pleasure. Over time, I have expanded into working with couples to cultivate connection, play and pleasure. I am especially passionate about supporting survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ folks, poly/kink communities, and indigenous and immigrant peoples.

As a queer woman of color, I have a unique perspective that helps me connect with clients from many different backgrounds. As a counselor, I know how comforting it can be to connect with someone who can understand your experiences— and how that type of connection can make you feel less alone. My goal is to provide a safe, flexible space tailored to your specific needs where you feel unconditionally embraced and understood as you work towards your goals.

Hey, my name is Mika (she/they)! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and I’m passionate about helping young adults (women and non-binary individuals) who are navigating a life transition (such as moving cities, changing careers, relationship changes, divorce, queer issues, leaving religion, etc.) learn how to quiet their loud inner critic, identify beliefs they are holding onto that no longer serve them, learn their values and how to create a fulfilling life, find more self-compassion, and learn how to communicate with family and friends in a way that builds connection.

You're in the grips of chronic dieting, disordered eating, or suffering from body image distress wondering if there's a way forward. You have PCOS and struggling with infertility. You have been navigating grief or relationship difficulties in isolation. You are discovering who you are and asking questions about sexuality and gender. You envision one day feeling acceptance, even liberation, from the experiences that currently feel burdensome. You're ready to come home to yourself. What would it be like to no longer navigate these concerns alone, but with someone affirming and nurturing?

Have you ever asked, “What do I need?” and really listened for the answer? Were you taught to ignore your needs and now struggle with career and relationship burn-out? Imagine what it could be like to feel healthy in your own skin, to set boundaries and show love and care to yourself without letting guilt stop you. We all know life didn't come with an owner’s manual...instead it came with contradictory rules and expectations that rob us of joy and authenticity. Let me be a listening ear, without judgement, to help you understand and honor who you've become. Together, we can find new ways for you to create the life you want.

Hello, looking for a place where you can feel safe to be vulnerable, gain insight and understanding, as well as work towards your desired goal(s)? I understand that we all have unique lives, experiences, and circumstances that can affect the way we think, behave, believe, and express ourselves. Being unique, having your own story to tell, and learning to navigate life is a part of our journey. Therapy can help with navigating these life changes as we grow, adapt, revert, thrive, and survive.

Are you ready to overcome the past? It is possible to find healing and get your life back. It is my goal to empower my clients to regain a sense of control over their lives and build resilience in the aftermath of trauma or difficult experiences. I tailor my interventions to meet the individual needs of each client and combine evidence-based practices with a person-centered approach. I am fluent in Spanish and English and I am passionate about working with the Latinx/e and Hispanic community.

I want to personally, “Thank You, for choosing YOU today!” Free to be you in a safe space, processing your thoughts and feelings without judgement; is a great start to a healthier you! “Understanding,” echoes beyond the statement, it requires belief, support, experience, and knowledge thereof. My view of the Therapeutic relationship is one that employs unique and collaborative efforts, while traveling the healing journey toward personal wellness, together. LGBTQ+ Affirming. I believe that you are an expert in your life and you have the strength, dedication and determination to create the life you desire and deserve.