Photo of Cindy Thornby, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Cindy Thornby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tomball, TX 77375
Life can be challenging! I assist individuals, couples, and families in moving through difficulties and making positive changes for a more satisfying, fulfillling life. Clients learn to utilize holistic and therapeutic approaches to regain personal balance, vitality, meaning, and a sense of purpose. I've worked in a variety of clinical and hospital settings, including pain management, substance abuse, and mental health, as well as providing services in the community, schools, and homes. My clients include adults, families, adolescents, and children, who learn to view their challenges as opportunities for growth!
Life can be challenging! I assist individuals, couples, and families in moving through difficulties and making positive changes for a more satisfying, fulfillling life. Clients learn to utilize holistic and therapeutic approaches to regain personal balance, vitality, meaning, and a sense of purpose. I've worked in a variety of clinical and hospital settings, including pain management, substance abuse, and mental health, as well as providing services in the community, schools, and homes. My clients include adults, families, adolescents, and children, who learn to view their challenges as opportunities for growth!
(281) 761-2690 View (281) 761-2690

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Tracy R. Richied
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and realistic feedback to help clients move beyond their current difficulties and long-standing issues. With empathy and compassion, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach adapted to my clients' individual needs to help them navigate through difficult times in their lives and achieve the happiness they deserve.
(832) 706-3518 View (832) 706-3518
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Shelley L Muller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Within themselves, each person has the power and strength to tackle the challenges and difficulties they face. It’s my job, as a clinician, to help them access that power and strength, and I do this by first providing a non-judgmental and positive environment. This allows us to identify the thoughts and perceptions that are influencing their actions, both positive and negative. Real, affirming change can happen when we openly examine the thinking that is holding us back and work to change those thoughts that are no longer servicing our goals. I’m excited to help clients with that self-examination and re-building process.
Within themselves, each person has the power and strength to tackle the challenges and difficulties they face. It’s my job, as a clinician, to help them access that power and strength, and I do this by first providing a non-judgmental and positive environment. This allows us to identify the thoughts and perceptions that are influencing their actions, both positive and negative. Real, affirming change can happen when we openly examine the thinking that is holding us back and work to change those thoughts that are no longer servicing our goals. I’m excited to help clients with that self-examination and re-building process.
(346) 239-8305 View (346) 239-8305
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Missid Georges Ghanem
Psychologist, MPH, PsyD
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77382
With offices in The Woodlands and Houston, I offer the entire gamut of psychological services to individuals of all ages.
With offices in The Woodlands and Houston, I offer the entire gamut of psychological services to individuals of all ages.
(281) 622-4872 View (281) 622-4872
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Ian Baker Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
I am a counselor and co-owner of Third Coast Counseling and Wellness. My masters degree is in Clinical Psychology and I have been working in the behavioral health field for over 10 years. I have worked in both private practice and public mental health services. I treat patients with and without health insurance using evidenced-based practices and down-to-earth sessions.
I am a counselor and co-owner of Third Coast Counseling and Wellness. My masters degree is in Clinical Psychology and I have been working in the behavioral health field for over 10 years. I have worked in both private practice and public mental health services. I treat patients with and without health insurance using evidenced-based practices and down-to-earth sessions.
(281) 623-4454 View (281) 623-4454

Online Therapists

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Dr. Devika Srivastava
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007
I have training in many different therapeutic orientations and help individuals that have depressive symptoms, anxiety, relational issues, adjustment disorders, grief, medical issues, trauma, self-esteem problems, racial identity, and multicultural issues.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS across the U.S. (Psypact states). Life can get stressful and hard at times, so can navigating societal, work, and family issues especially if you’re a person of color, immigrant, child of immigrants or LGBTQIA. Life transitions also require us to accept change but sometimes that may be hard and we can feel “stuck”. My priority is to help you achieve YOUR goals in a way that resonates with who you are, your beliefs, and with your values. I have extensive years of clinical, research, and assessment experience and will provide evidence-based treatment in a supportive, accepting, and collaborative relationship.
I have training in many different therapeutic orientations and help individuals that have depressive symptoms, anxiety, relational issues, adjustment disorders, grief, medical issues, trauma, self-esteem problems, racial identity, and multicultural issues.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS across the U.S. (Psypact states). Life can get stressful and hard at times, so can navigating societal, work, and family issues especially if you’re a person of color, immigrant, child of immigrants or LGBTQIA. Life transitions also require us to accept change but sometimes that may be hard and we can feel “stuck”. My priority is to help you achieve YOUR goals in a way that resonates with who you are, your beliefs, and with your values. I have extensive years of clinical, research, and assessment experience and will provide evidence-based treatment in a supportive, accepting, and collaborative relationship.
(281) 916-8878 View (281) 916-8878
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Agape Therapeutic Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77011
In addition, to older adults who are adjusting to loss of independence.
Kramer McDaniel is the owner of Agape Therapeutic Solutions. She has 11 years of behavioral health experience and has obtained a Masters of Social Work degree with a certification in Gerontology from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Kramer’s career has been focused on holistic healing, grief and loss, life transition, and motivating others to live life on purpose. She prides herself on meeting people where they are and helping them create the life they want by acknowledging that healing starts with love (agape).
In addition, to older adults who are adjusting to loss of independence.
Kramer McDaniel is the owner of Agape Therapeutic Solutions. She has 11 years of behavioral health experience and has obtained a Masters of Social Work degree with a certification in Gerontology from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Kramer’s career has been focused on holistic healing, grief and loss, life transition, and motivating others to live life on purpose. She prides herself on meeting people where they are and helping them create the life they want by acknowledging that healing starts with love (agape).
(337) 201-9453 View (337) 201-9453
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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.
(713) 587-9974 View (713) 587-9974
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Nikki Sanusi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Baytown, TX 77521  (Online Only)
I am passionate about assisting with life transitions and/or adapting to new circumstances (aging, loneliness, career changes, grief and loss, role changes, feeling overwhelmed, marital separation, relationship/family distress, retirement, dismissal from work, personal injury or illness, weight loss journey, medical trauma).
If you are not feeling your best, feeling anxious, depressed, down, grieving, low self-esteem or overwhelmed/ stressed out, I want to help you. I have a special interest in helping people work toward living in the here and now and reaching their current potential. I want to offer support and explore ways to maximize and utilize available supports/resources.
I am passionate about assisting with life transitions and/or adapting to new circumstances (aging, loneliness, career changes, grief and loss, role changes, feeling overwhelmed, marital separation, relationship/family distress, retirement, dismissal from work, personal injury or illness, weight loss journey, medical trauma).
If you are not feeling your best, feeling anxious, depressed, down, grieving, low self-esteem or overwhelmed/ stressed out, I want to help you. I have a special interest in helping people work toward living in the here and now and reaching their current potential. I want to offer support and explore ways to maximize and utilize available supports/resources.
(832) 770-7857 View (832) 770-7857
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Jill Hazlip-Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaumont, TX 77702
Waitlist for new clients
Self pay only- In person sessions (in Beaumont TX) 8 & up TX residents (Video/Phone available but limited). My counseling approach is caring, understanding, client focused, & solution based. Your needs & goals should be the driving force of your therapy sessions. Beginning therapy is a big step in committing to getting better! Services offered: Individual teen/adult counseling, marriage, LGBTQ+, Autism/ADD/Anxiety/Depression, ADD & autism evaluations ages 8 & up, and weight loss consults. NO insurance accepted, self pay only. Superbills can be given for reimbursement. Sliding scale & pre pay discounts offered, ask if you qualify!
Self pay only- In person sessions (in Beaumont TX) 8 & up TX residents (Video/Phone available but limited). My counseling approach is caring, understanding, client focused, & solution based. Your needs & goals should be the driving force of your therapy sessions. Beginning therapy is a big step in committing to getting better! Services offered: Individual teen/adult counseling, marriage, LGBTQ+, Autism/ADD/Anxiety/Depression, ADD & autism evaluations ages 8 & up, and weight loss consults. NO insurance accepted, self pay only. Superbills can be given for reimbursement. Sliding scale & pre pay discounts offered, ask if you qualify!
(409) 207-8294 View (409) 207-8294
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Fran B Duane, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bryan, TX 77802
Now Accepting Patients 18 years of age and older. I am not currently seeing children or high school students. Appointments provided Monday-Thursday from 10:00AM- 5:00PM I provide both in person and online appointments. In Network with AETNA, BCBS TX, United Health Care (UHC) and Traditional Medicare Part B. Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Chronic Illness, Caregiver support, Life limiting, Disease, Fertility Issues, Fetal/Infant loss, Relationship issues, Pre and post Bariatric Patients, Self-esteem, Coping skills, Stress Management, College related issues Short-term, solution focused cognitive behavior therapy.
Now Accepting Patients 18 years of age and older. I am not currently seeing children or high school students. Appointments provided Monday-Thursday from 10:00AM- 5:00PM I provide both in person and online appointments. In Network with AETNA, BCBS TX, United Health Care (UHC) and Traditional Medicare Part B. Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Chronic Illness, Caregiver support, Life limiting, Disease, Fertility Issues, Fetal/Infant loss, Relationship issues, Pre and post Bariatric Patients, Self-esteem, Coping skills, Stress Management, College related issues Short-term, solution focused cognitive behavior therapy.
(979) 658-7686 View (979) 658-7686
Photo of Dr. Amanda Spencer, PsyD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Amanda Spencer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77087
Amanda Spencer, Psy.D, LCSW is Doctor of Psychology and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a concentration in Clinical Psychology which focuses on Rurality and Communities. Because of Dr. Amanda Spencer’s love for people, she has a diverse background and experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma and Crisis Intervention, Solution Focused, Stress Management, Mood Management, Empowerment, increasing self-worth, Mind/body and connection, and Work life/balance integration.
Amanda Spencer, Psy.D, LCSW is Doctor of Psychology and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a concentration in Clinical Psychology which focuses on Rurality and Communities. Because of Dr. Amanda Spencer’s love for people, she has a diverse background and experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma and Crisis Intervention, Solution Focused, Stress Management, Mood Management, Empowerment, increasing self-worth, Mind/body and connection, and Work life/balance integration.
(512) 991-3259 View (512) 991-3259
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Tricia Beck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77095  (Online Only)
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(346) 594-8940 View (346) 594-8940
Photo of Gina Hudnall, PhD, Psychologist
Gina Hudnall
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
My treatment approach is based on over 10 years of providing testing and treatment services. In every case, my primary treatment goal is to help my clients develop the necessary skills--both thinking and behaving-- to improve their health, academic performance, day-to-day functioning and sense of well-being and self-efficacy. I do not fix my clients but focus all my efforts toward helping them to fix or better manage their problems themselves. This is done through fostering client strengths.
My treatment approach is based on over 10 years of providing testing and treatment services. In every case, my primary treatment goal is to help my clients develop the necessary skills--both thinking and behaving-- to improve their health, academic performance, day-to-day functioning and sense of well-being and self-efficacy. I do not fix my clients but focus all my efforts toward helping them to fix or better manage their problems themselves. This is done through fostering client strengths.
(281) 853-8892 View (281) 853-8892
Photo of Sacha Wheeler, MA, LPC-S, BCPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Sacha Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, BCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livingston, TX 77351  (Online Only)
My mission is to empower and educate. As a Board Certified Professional Counselor, I enjoy building relationships with my clients and helping them achieve their goals. Once they discover their inner strength and learn some tools to face life's challenges with confidence and competence, clients find themselves more satisfied with who they are, where they are going, and how to get there. My wide range of experience and knowledge has given me the freedom to utilize many therapeutic approaches that can help clients resolve their issues. I have over 20 years of experience.
My mission is to empower and educate. As a Board Certified Professional Counselor, I enjoy building relationships with my clients and helping them achieve their goals. Once they discover their inner strength and learn some tools to face life's challenges with confidence and competence, clients find themselves more satisfied with who they are, where they are going, and how to get there. My wide range of experience and knowledge has given me the freedom to utilize many therapeutic approaches that can help clients resolve their issues. I have over 20 years of experience.
(832) 370-0681 View (832) 370-0681
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Claudia D'alessio Schwarz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77024
With over 20 years of professional experience and after years of private practice, I left the therapy world when I discovered the opportunity to advocate for individual and families. As a Therapeutic Consultant, my primary goal was to help individuals find the best fit for interventions for mental and physical health care. I soon discovered that the best fit can't happen without good diagnostics first. A team approach is the heart of our program, uncovering what is truly wrong, or right, about your body, mind, spirit, and lifestyle. Our concierge evaluation program provides one-on-one diagnostics and world-class care and support.
With over 20 years of professional experience and after years of private practice, I left the therapy world when I discovered the opportunity to advocate for individual and families. As a Therapeutic Consultant, my primary goal was to help individuals find the best fit for interventions for mental and physical health care. I soon discovered that the best fit can't happen without good diagnostics first. A team approach is the heart of our program, uncovering what is truly wrong, or right, about your body, mind, spirit, and lifestyle. Our concierge evaluation program provides one-on-one diagnostics and world-class care and support.
(310) 361-2771 View (310) 361-2771
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Pearl's of Wisdom Counseling Service, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Beaumont, TX 77708
As a LPC, I have been gifted to operate as a Counselor and I do not take my gift lightly. My goal is to be the voice for those that have never been allowed to speak up for themselves, those that have never realized the beauty they possess and especially those that have never realized their full potential in life. It is a wonderful thing when an individual realizes their worth and begins to walk in it; that is the beauty of Pearl's of Wisdom seeing the metamorphosis of the client base. Being able to observe a client walk into their destiny is fulfilling and what I strive for on a daily basis.
As a LPC, I have been gifted to operate as a Counselor and I do not take my gift lightly. My goal is to be the voice for those that have never been allowed to speak up for themselves, those that have never realized the beauty they possess and especially those that have never realized their full potential in life. It is a wonderful thing when an individual realizes their worth and begins to walk in it; that is the beauty of Pearl's of Wisdom seeing the metamorphosis of the client base. Being able to observe a client walk into their destiny is fulfilling and what I strive for on a daily basis.
(409) 213-4120 View (409) 213-4120
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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.
(346) 207-2621 View (346) 207-2621
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Leslie Ann Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCS, CBIS
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008  (Online Only)
A favorite saying of mine is "CHANGE... It's One of Life's Only Constants..." Change often signifies growth. Changes often move us from our comfort zone and may trigger stressful or distressing thoughts, behaviors, emotions or physiological responses. Our responses are often unconscious. Except we consciously recognize increased discomfort, pain or unproductive functioning in our daily roles and relationships. If you or a family member are experiencing any social, emotional, mental or behavioral difficulties causing distress & preventing enjoying life or realizing your or their full potential in personal, work or school functioning, I invite you to call me.
A favorite saying of mine is "CHANGE... It's One of Life's Only Constants..." Change often signifies growth. Changes often move us from our comfort zone and may trigger stressful or distressing thoughts, behaviors, emotions or physiological responses. Our responses are often unconscious. Except we consciously recognize increased discomfort, pain or unproductive functioning in our daily roles and relationships. If you or a family member are experiencing any social, emotional, mental or behavioral difficulties causing distress & preventing enjoying life or realizing your or their full potential in personal, work or school functioning, I invite you to call me.
(832) 632-8118 View (832) 632-8118
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Iris Chang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77036
I am a 1st generation Taiwanese-American immigrant who came to the US as an adolescent. I can conduct therapy in fluent Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, and English. I am a full-time self-employee and mother of 2. I changed careers from Engineering B.S, to Business M.M., to Counseling/Behavioral Science M.Ed. therapy. I worked at MIT, and I am currently working on my Ph.D in Clinical Sexology. I empathize with work life balance issues, stress/time management, and career transition/satisfaction. My core goal is to empower individuals, couples and families to make healthy, positive changes in their professional and personal lives.
I am a 1st generation Taiwanese-American immigrant who came to the US as an adolescent. I can conduct therapy in fluent Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, and English. I am a full-time self-employee and mother of 2. I changed careers from Engineering B.S, to Business M.M., to Counseling/Behavioral Science M.Ed. therapy. I worked at MIT, and I am currently working on my Ph.D in Clinical Sexology. I empathize with work life balance issues, stress/time management, and career transition/satisfaction. My core goal is to empower individuals, couples and families to make healthy, positive changes in their professional and personal lives.
(713) 893-5904 View (713) 893-5904
Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.