Therapists in Texas

✨ Your well-being is always my top priority. Since 2018, I’ve been helping individuals, couples, and families across Texas through virtual therapy—providing compassionate support that meets you right where you are. My sessions are thoughtfully designed to empower you, build confidence, and gently guide you through healing and growth. Whatever challenges you’re facing, you don’t ever have to face them alone.

Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas and Missouri. I received a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Webster University and I have been practicing for many years. I'm also currently achieving a doctorate degree in Forensic Psychology as well. I help children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and many more.

I am a collaborative therapist specializing in holistic counseling, where I emphasize the interconnectedness of emotional and physical well-being in therapy. I understand that each person's journey is unique, so I tailor my approach to suit individual needs. With honesty, openness, and a focus on solutions, I work alongside clients to navigate their challenges and foster holistic healing and growth.

Life can be hard; you don't have to navigate it alone. I believe in creating a nonjudgmental environment where all clients can feel safe. I am open to working with all individuals. My passion for helping others has been evident throughout the last 20 years of working with children and families. Through my experiences I have learned how to interact with a diverse group of people, which has increased my ability to relate to others. I am passionate about walking alongside clients as they navigate changes and growth. I would be honored in working together with you in creating a journey of joy, peace, and healing.

I am a dedicated therapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for children, teens, and adults. With a focus on empowering individuals, I help them navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral issues, and trauma. My approach fosters resilience and effective coping strategies, ensuring that my clients can thrive in their daily lives. With nearly 10 years working in schools, I also hope to build resilience in students and educators.

As a trauma therapist, I'm dedicated to helping you through your journey of healing from traumatic experiences and sports-related injuries. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I aim to create a safe space for exploration and growth. My goal is to empower you to process you past traumas, alleviate distressing symptoms, and reclaim control over you life. Whether you're struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event or facing sports related challenges, I'm here to provide you with the support, tools, and techniques needed to overcome obstacles and thrive.

My name is J.P. De Oliveira Estevão, and I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (L.P.C.C.). I provide a supportive, collaborative space where clients can explore challenges, build insight, and work toward meaningful change. I use proven methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Humanistic approaches, and Adlerian ideas to customize treatment just for you. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, find ways to cope with challenges and build a happier life.

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired, but unsure what to do about it? Does anxiety, depression, or other life conditions keep you from being your best? If so, I may be able to assist you in your growth and development along your healing journey. I serve to empower my clients and assist them in working through and overcoming their mental and behavioral health struggles. I have 20+ years of experience in helping clients with recovery from trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, coping with addictions, and anger management. I will work with you to create an open and safe environment where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I appreciate you for demonstrating your worth and value as you begin your healing journey.

Hi! I'm Lindsey. Do you struggle with overwhelming thoughts that have impacted your daily life? Are you struggling with daily reminders of past events? Are there days when you feel burdened by even getting out of bed? I collaborate with my clients that are suffering with depression, anxiety and PTSD to develop coping skills that lead them to their goals of being a happier more fulfilled version of themselves. Together we will work to establish your goals and the pathway we will take to get to those goals. Along the way, I will educate you on coping skills, to include, deep breathing and mindfulness to meet the days challenges head with deeper understanding and a sense of accomplishment in your growing capabilities. Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD or other concerns I'm here to assist you on your journey. Asking for help is often one of the hardest things that we can do, but also one of the most important and rewarding acknowledgments as well. I look forward to working with and helping you to overcome the challenges that you are facing!

Hello, my name is Darian Brinton and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Redding, California. I believe you have the answers to life's biggest challenges and questions. I have found that by providing a listening ear, and space for intentional self-reflection, everyone can make significant improvements in many areas of their lives. I have experience working with men, young adults and teens with a variety of mental health-related challenges and complex life circumstances including Men's Issues, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Divorce, and overall stress to name a few. My mission is to help you find mental clarity, clarification of values, and an increase in present awareness. My approach to working with clients is to be a guide, allowing you to uncover insights and self-discovery at your own pace. I utilize an eclectic approach utilizing modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention to name a few. I assist in values exploration, mindfulness practices, and replacing faulty and unhelpful thoughts.

I help couples and individuals find hope, happiness, and peace in their home environment. I can help you delicately explore childhood trauma to see if these past hurts are interfering in your ability to have a healthy relationship. I am an expert in helping couples effectively communicate and co-parent. If the goal is separation, we can work together to learn how to separate in love. I help my clients feel empowered to believe in themselves and focus on maintaining a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas. I received a Master's in Social Work in 2017 from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. I have been practicing social work for 7 years and have been a therapist for over 5 years. I help adults, individuals and adolescents cope with life's stressors and current challenges. I guide them in learning how to navigate the world by learning coping skills to face their challenges. I assist them in learning that self-care and self-healing honors who they are now, and aids them in taking back their power.

Hi! I’m Tajha, Do you feel you have lost a sense of yourself and struggle to find yourself due to life throwing you many different challenges while still trying to show strength and be strong through it all. While these challenges can be difficult and exhausting, they begin to gradually impact your social, professional, and personal life. While in therapy the work won’t be easy it will be worth it as you learn skills, develop a healthier you, and heal from past wounds. My therapy style is empathic, compassionate, creative, and client centered, yet direct and straightforward. I believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity. If you are ready to take the step, I am here to support you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I have been working with families and children for over two decades as a teacher, a school counselor, and in private practice. I am here to help with the healing process and support emotions that arise through life’s many transitions. Rest assured that when working with me, you will be met with understanding, compassion, and a non-judgmental approach.

I am Frank Ogbonna, a registered therapist with three different licenses namely Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP) in the State of Texas. I have Masters degree in Educational Psychology from University of Port Harcourt Nigeria, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University, Masters degree in Public Health and Ph.D in Epidemiology from Walden University.

Hello, I’m excited you found me. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor in the state of Texas offering many years of education and counseling experience in different settings including individual sessions, homeless shelters, church settings, and community outreach. Are you currently struggling with anxiety (often masked as stress), trauma, or even identity issues? Are you trying to navigate these areas of your life alone, because you feel no one truly understands what you are going through? You have been trying to navigate these areas in your life the best that you know how. However, you are growing tired and desire to try something different. I have worked with many who have felt the same as you. I hear you and I do understand. I would be honored to walk alongside you, while you are on your healing journey to becoming a better you. If you have ever wondered if therapy was for you? I’d say, yes, therapy is for you if you find yourself struggling to make decisions. Don’t know rather you are coming or going. Unsure about who you are currently. You are struggling to find peace. The provider will send a video link prior to the session.

Hello there! Kudos to you for taking this step. I’m a therapist that is devoted to her craft and that knows what it’s like to be broken. Therefore, I am going to be devoted to your healing and as knowledgeable as I can be in doing so. I’m also going to be able to come from a perspective of being able to identify with your hurting and to have unique perspectives on options for promoting your healing process.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, Animal Assisted Play Therapist, Level l, Ketamine Assisted certified, previous Middle School Counselor, and Reiki trained. I have a Master's degree in Counseling from Texas A&M University. I have been a therapist for 20 years. I'm an intuitive therapist and use a somatic approach. I've worked in a variety of settings, education, clinical, and private.

Here at Live Consciously, we are a group practice dedicated to empowering individuals to heal from trauma and embrace self-love and worthiness. What is the difference in our approach? We strive to break the barriers of traditional therapy by going beyond the mind and facilitating healing for the body as well. Research confirms that the body is what keeps the score, and we recognize that true healing requires addressing both the mind and body. Our team works with adults of all ages to uncover the true source of their suffering. By going to the root of the problem, we help identify and resolve traumas, griefs, and unproductive belief systems that may be holding you back in life. We understand that unresolved childhood experiences often manifest in adulthood as complex trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, addictions and relational difficulties.

HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS! That is the key!! With 26 years of experience, much research, studying, and face to face experience living and working all over the world, I realized relationships with yourself and with others can make or break our contentment in life! But there are skills to learn to make it happen, skills such as self-awareness, ability to pay attention to the world around us and our own bodies (mindfulness), learning to grieve and let go while embracing change, learning the characteristics of a healthy relationship with others and with ourselves, and accessing our strengths while focusing on the beauty in life. I'd love to walk with you through this process to restore hope.

Hello, my name is Maria Olinka Tristan and I have been a therapist for eleven years. I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Texas. I received my Masters from the University of Texas in San Antonio. I am here to help people in their healing journey. I work with individuals going through life transitions, difficulty coping, grief, loss, infertility and stress.

I'm a LCSW based in Texas. I am an somatic therapist trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), ​TCYM Certified (Trauma Conscious Yoga Method), and a RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher 200). I integrate somatic approaches such as, EMDR and yoga to strengthen a mind-body connection, increase self-awareness, and process old wounds. I'm 100% virtual, making therapy accessible and convenient! Many women are on autopilot, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, depleted, and burnt out. I integrate somatic practices such as EMDR (trauma healing) and yoga into therapy, recognizing the importance of the mind-body connection in healing. Together, we will practice ways to manage stress, address inner wounds, and remain intentional throughout your life.

I have been working in the field of mental health for 14 years. I have experience working with a diverse range of people and mental health disorders. My professional background includes experience in the inpatient, outpatient, and intake hospital setting; non-profit agency setting; and, most recently, private practice. This experience allowed me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and families utilizing a variety of unique interventions including cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, eye movement desensitization (EMDR), and sand tray. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but I often take a client centered approach when building a trusting relationship with clients. Research shows that people who experience chronic mental health concerns have untreated trauma, which can occur from a variety of different experiences. Of course, trauma does not account for all mental health concerns, so it is important to be able to meet client's where they are at and provide interventions that are helpful to the individual needs of each client.

My goal is to help you live a happier and more fulfilling life by working together to overcome your challenges. We will focus on your personal strengths and experiences and then build from there. I will truly listen to your thoughts and feelings and help you create a personalized plan to make it through difficult situations and tough times in your life. I have extensive experience treating individuals of all ages from young children to elderly adults as well as parents and families. Through therapy, you will feel empowered to become your personal best!

Hello! My name is Kristine. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with experience providing therapeutic services to adults, children, and couples. My experience spans several areas, including domestic violence, crisis intervention, substance abuse, family and relationship challenges, learning challenges, problem-solving skills, building resilience skills, career and vocational guidance, anger and stress management, emotional triggers, and life and resilience skills. My therapeutic treatment approaches are Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My educational foundation is a Master's in Psychology, a second Master's in Psychology specializing in Family, Couples, and Individual Psychotherapy, and I will complete the Master's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program in 2026. As a Therapist and Registered Nurse, I have a holistic approach. I have focused training and experience in many areas, including working with children in elementary school, inmates, and family violence prevention services. I have extensive experience with group counseling, individual counseling, couples and family counseling, and military services. I am a 24-year Air Force and Army Veteran with three combat deployments, and I bring a unique understanding of deployments and family separation. I stay current on the latest techniques and theories to provide the best services for my clients. In the very near future, I will be able to provide you with both therapeutic and medication support, reducing the number of providers and referrals needed to meet your healthcare needs. I am here to help, and I look forward to being a part of your journey.

Welcome! I'm Javiola Castillo, a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, substance use, depression, and anxiety. My approach is relaxed and compassionate, focusing on your personal growth and well-being. Together, we'll create a safe, judgment-free space where you'll feel valued and understood. Let's discover your inner strengths and build your self-worth!

I am from a family of dysfunction, addiction, and trauma. My life has been spent discovering the unhealthy patterns that destroy our potential and relationships. My awareness and treatment go beyond trauma informed, to being trauma healed. My gift is finding the core issue, diagnosing the problems, treating the brokenness, and turning victims into victors!

My Therapeutic goal is to help people help themselves. I am licensed in Texas I work with individuals of all ages, my area with the most expertise would involve children, adolescents, and Teens. I was an Elementary School teacher for 15 years at multiple K - 12 Campuses, a K 12 School Counselor, and now a Nationally Certified LPC, and a School Psychologist. I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Hi, I’m Vivian K. Henderson, LCSW-C, LCSW. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland and Texas with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions. My practice is grounded in clinical skill, compassion, and a commitment to empowering clients toward meaningful and lasting change.

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I started my career as an educator and have over 20 years of experience working with children to teens, while collaborating with their caregivers. I received my Master's from Lamar University and have been practicing for nine years as a Professional School Counselor and LPC for three years. Also. I have my Doctorate in Education, which my dissertation was about how to restore and connect between students and teachers. I believe in the healing power of connection and support for students. I help children aged 5 to adulthood manage life’s stressors through many modalities that best meet my client’s needs.

Welcome! My name is Kim, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience and I believe therapy is a place where you can feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to grow. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, which means I draw from different techniques and perspectives to best fit your unique needs and goals. I bring a warm, down-to-earth style to our work together, meeting you where you are and helping you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and hope. My goal is to create a safe and caring space where you feel comfortable to be yourself and move towards the changes you want in your life.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas with over six years of experience supporting individuals through meaningful personal growth and healing. Holding a Ph.D. in Psychology, I specialize in trauma-informed care and work closely with clients to help them develop healthier behaviors and coping strategies that lead to lasting improvements in their quality of life. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, and client centered. I believe that healing happens when individuals feel empowered, heard, and actively engaged in their treatment. Whether navigating life transitions, processing trauma, or building emotional resilience, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients can reconnect with their strengths and move toward a more fulfilling future.

Are you stuck in an endless loop in your life and feel there is no way out? Your self-esteem is shot, dealing with insecurities, and anxious about what to do next in your life. You turn to drinking, overeating, the internet, or binge watch Netflix to escape the internal and external stressors. You have tried so many different things to change your life, but nothing seems to work. You believe you are not enough and are afraid to ask for help. I am here to help you. I believe therapy can change people's lives because therapy changed my life 30 years ago. I started working in the field of therapy 20 years ago as a Social Worker in Substance Use. I continued my work as a LPC working in a treatment center for drugs and alcohol doing therapy on the people who had addictions and the people that love someone with an addiction. Over the last 15 years I have gained experience in all the issues and Diagnosis that come with this population. I help people overcome addictions, co-dependency, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and trauma. My specialty is addressing sexual, emotional and physical abuse that is past abuse or current abuse and the PTSD caused by abuse. People need a safe environment that is conducive to healing. I will meet you where you are to help move you in a direction to change. My direct and honest approach, with acceptance and care provide a safe place for my clients to heal. I work with the client in a collaborative effort to change their lives.

I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia LPC #004120, Louisiana LPC #6832, Texas LPC #85663 and have been in practice for over 25 years. I have earned a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Midwestern State University in 1998 and a Doctorate in Organizational Psychology from Capella University in 2016. In addition to being licensed as a professional counselor, I hold a national certification as a Board Certified Counselor (NCC#224473). I have worked with a variety of clients who are dealing with concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, stress, and many of the things that life throws at us.

Welcome! I am Kimberly. Are you struggling with a temporary setback or an ongoing problem? Are you wondering if there is hope for your circumstances or relationship? I can assist you. There is always HOPE. I believe that, as human beings, we all face life challenges, be they relational, personal, emotional, spiritual, or physical, and our mental health affects how we respond to these challenges. Together, we will discover new meaning in your experiences, while identifying opportunities for healing and growth. Establishing relationship is critical to successful therapeutic outcomes and as a result, my style of work is interactive, collaborative, direct, and reflective of my focus on the transforming power of relationships. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you are making a brave choice and you deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, you will be an active participant and I will meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques, so you can overcome whatever is holding you back and find hope for a new beginning. If you need a seasoned, genuine, non-judgmental, and respectful counselor, who seeks to empower you to overcome your challenges and transform your life, please contact me.

Hello there. My name is Joan I have been a social worker for over 25 years. Like you, I have had my own set of challenges and believe the key to overcoming life's obstacles is learning to plan and cope. We can't control all the pain that will come our way, but we can control how we react to it. Of course, this is sometimes easier said than done and we need help. I would be honored to assist you in your journey towards a happier healthier you.

My name is Melissa Recasner and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas, working with clients via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Jungian Therapy and EMDR (Eye-Movement-Desensitization-Reprocessing) ; to help guide my clients through their healing journey. I have experience working in a variety of different settings. I have worked in a women’s shelter for domestic abuse/sexual abuse survivors, psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment centers, and group private practice.

*Update Oct 2025 - Now accepting new clients**Helping people live a better life is my passion. It might mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, or life transition or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck. I start with understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing. I help you put a plan in place to help you move forward, and we celebrate your successes along the way. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. Contact me today for a free 15 min phone consult or schedule an appointment through my easy online booking system at the website link in my bio. We'll get started on your journey together!

Greetings! I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker(LCSW). I completed my Master's at the University of Missouri-Columbia(MIZ-ZOU). I have over 17 years counseling experience. I get the most joy from partnering with individuals who may be struggling with phase of life challenges and would benefit from a fresh, non-judgmental perspective. My years of experience has allowed me the opportunity to gain extensive training and clinical practice with individuals struggling with addiction, trauma and mental health related challenges.

Hello! Welcome to LIV Counseling, LLC! I would like to congratulate your act of courage in embarking on this journey. I understand for many sharing their personal struggles is not easy. Vulnerability is uncomfortable. With any success one must get comfortable with being uncomfortable. I created LIV counseling in 2021 to fulfill my desire to help those who feel lost, lifeless, emotionless, and withdrawn from life's greatest pleasures. I believe everyone has the ability to be the best version of themselves. I am Mexican by nature and American by heart. I integrate both cultures to provide my authentic rhythm to the work I provide to my clients. I also value honesty, commitment, and communication, thus, incorporate these values into my practice. My approach is not religion based rather focuses on the spiritual-self .

I am a psychotherapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe that our thoughts produce our feelings and the feelings produce behavior. Getting in touch with what we are perceiving about a situation can be altered by knowing the 10 cognitive distortions in our thinking and reframing them to be rational and produce a healthier behavior. I also work with life transitions with older adults.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I received my Masters degree from Lamar University. I have been providing therapy for over five years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, infidelity, postpartum depression, and ADHD. I look forward to helping you reach your therapy goal.

Hello, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the states of Texas and Tennessee with 30 years of counseling and ministry experience. I began as a minister of the Gospel in the Southern Baptist tradition in 1993 working with the homeless to overcome the struggles of addiction and hopelessness in North Carolina and Tennessee. From there, I became a case manager in a rural oupatient behavioral health clinic helping the chronically mentally ill live independently outside of the institutional settings. As my family of five children grew, my wife encouraged me to join the military in 2007 and for the next 13 years we served alongside our Soldiers and their Families as a chaplain. There, I learned through experience how to work through the stress of multiple transitions, the unyeilding demands for time and energy, and the unjust nature of toxic environments. I learned how to support those who wanted to strengthen themselves and their relationships in these environments and to ultimately be at peace with who they are and who they want to be. As I have matured in my training and become licensed in marriage and family therapy, I have found that I now specialize in using Solution Focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals identify their strengths and the beliefs that are guiding their behavior. With this knowledge, people can begin to choose who they want to be.

Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas for over 20 years. I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. My approach combines evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help you navigate life's challenges. Together, we will work towards understanding your unique needs and developing personalized strategies for growth and healing. I look forward to accompanying you on this journey toward a more fulfilling life.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Houston, Texas with extensive experience in mental health treatment across diverse populations, especially ethnicity, gender, age, religious, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status. My journey in the mental health field began during my undergraduate studies, where I first became involved in victim advocacy. This experience deepened my understanding of social dynamics, (in)justice and human behavior, leading to dual bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Women’s Studies. While pursuing my graduate degree, I worked at the National Domestic Violence Hotline, further honing my skills in crisis intervention and critical thinking/problem-solving . After earning a Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin, I completed a post-graduate fellowship focused on psychiatric rehabilitation of veterans with severe mental illness. I further advanced my clinical skills when joining The Menninger Clinic staff, where I spent five years specializing in the treatment of business professionals facing mental health crises, young adults navigating the transition into adulthood, and clients experiencing severe mental health challenges, including suicidal ideation. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, after recognizing the urgent need for increased access to mental health care I established my private practice, Therapy by Ivy, PLLC. Since then I have offered individual telehealth sessions to adult clients seeking to improve their mental health and enhance their lives. In 2023, I expanded my practice to include in-person sessions while continuing to provide telehealth sessions. Based in the Houston Heights area, I am proud to offer flexible session options, accept most major insurance plans, and self-pay sliding fee for the uninsured or underinsured.

Hi there! I would like to first commend you on taking the first step towards living a life that includes your most authentic self. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I am afforded the opportunity to help guide you on that journey. My goal is to help you achieve your best self through a way that is comfortable for you. Through meaningful conversations, that goal can certainly be achieved!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in central Texas. I believe that we are all beings who want healing in all aspects of our life: physical, emotional, social and spiritual. The differences between the emotional health we have and the health we want can create tension between our current situation and our self image and power. Often, we don't know how to make lasting changes. That change struggle can be too difficult to face without strong support and the realization someone understands, supports and affirms your ability to learn new coping skills. My counseling approach is educational, and we begin with where you are emotionally now. I value treating everyone with respect and kindness. We move at your pace. I will assign homework if you want to move more quickly.

I am a licensed therapist helping individuals navigate anxiety, relationships, and life transitions with clarity and confidence. I create a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard, and I combine evidence-based practices with real-world understanding to support meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply want to grow, I’m here to help you move forward. My path to becoming a therapist began with a deep curiosity about human behavior and a strong desire to help others feel seen, understood, and empowered. Through my own life experiences and academic journey, I witnessed the profound impact that compassionate, skilled support can have on a person’s healing and growth. I pursued formal training in Social Work, earning my degree from The University of Alabama, and completed extensive clinical experience in diverse settings—from community mental health to private practice. Along the way, I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practices and a deep appreciation for the unique stories each client brings into the room. Becoming a provider has been both a personal and professional calling. It’s a privilege to walk alongside clients on their journey, helping them navigate challenges, reconnect with their strengths, and move toward a more fulfilling and authentic life.

​Welcome! I'm Heather D. Vest, LPC, NCC. With over 12 years of ​experience, I offer personalized therapy to help you uncover ​your authentic self and heal from trauma. My background ​includes extensive work in trauma therapy and training in CBT, ​DBT, and EMDR, ensuring a compassionate and effective ​approach tailored to your needs. I provide flexible virtual and phone counseling to fit your ​lifestyle, creating a safe space where humor and compassion ​are integral to the healing process. Together, we’ll explore ​your concerns, develop coping strategies, and foster resilience. Let’s embark on this transformative journey to personal ​growth and well-being. I look forward to supporting you.

Ryan Curtiss, LCSW is an Honorably discharged Veteran who was medically separated. Ryan went to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, Texas, where he earned his Master of Social Work degree in 2015 and his Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2014. Ryan was a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Texas from 2015-2022 and is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas since 2022. Ryan has been a licensed therapist for over 7-years. Ryan specializes in stress and anger management, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, obsessions/compulsions, ADHD, phobias, depression, and substance use. Ryan holds the following certifications and/or trainings: Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification (TF-CBT), Exposure Response Prevention Certification (ERP), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Ryan has worked physically in the Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio metro areas of Texas along with virtual/telehealth throughout the entire United States as a licensed clinical therapist/psychotherapist. Ryan has treated children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics with mental health issues, acute/chronic disorders, substance use/abuse, end of life issues, chronic pain, medical illnesses, hospice, grief/loss, military and combat related issues, relationship and family issues, personality disorders, conduct and impulse control issues, and so much more in inpatient behavioral, hospitals, primary care, hospice/palliative care, and private practice settings with civilians, Veterans, Military, and Law Enforcement clients.