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Donetta Quinones
LMHC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Addiction (not substance use), ADHD +14 moreI hold a Doctorate in Psychology with a Clinical focus and a Master’s in Forensic Psychology from Walden University. I work with individuals navigating trauma, addiction, co-occurring disorders, mood and personality disorders, and life transitions. My therapeutic style is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I combine clinical insight, accountability, and compassionate support to help clients build resilience, heal patterns, and develop practical tools for emotional, personal, and professional growth.Next available:Wed Sep 23 @ 3PM
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Kimberly Vance
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder +5 moreMy non-traditional upbringing taught me sensitivity to every family’s situation. I have been in the social work field since 2004 and bring a wide variety of professional and personal experience to my practice. I am a provider best described as empathetic and dedicated, who makes appropriate use of my sense of humor. You can expect that I will seek to learn as much as you're willing to share and to creatively tailor your experience to best serve you. My versatility and knowledge make me a holistic therapist. My practice is shaped by my belief that being real is better than being perfect.Next available:Thu Sep 24 @ 2PM
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Candace Southall
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +4 moreLife can be a rollercoaster ride and there are times when we experience tough times or frustration. Managing those situations and emotions can be challenging. In life we are taught how to do many tasks and skills but when was the last time someone taught you how to deal with your emotions? My goal is to help you learn how to identify those emotions, learn how to cope and work through your problems to build your emotional toolbox. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to who will truly listen without judgment and offer support. That is where I can assist. I can provide either faith-based or secular counseling.Next available:Thu Sep 24 @ 8PM
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Nimrat Bindra
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +18 moreSpeaks Hindi, PunjabiI believe healing happens when we are seen, heard, and safe. I work with clients navigating complex layers of identity, family, and belonging, using a client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally attuned approach. I offer a compassionate, grounded, and integrative space where you feel supported in your journey. Together, we’ll identify what you want to work on and define your goals. I believe that understanding your thought patterns can help you navigate challenges and move toward meaningful change.Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 6PM
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Bria Johnson
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Addiction (not substance use), ADHD +24 moreI believe therapy works best when you feel a genuine connection with your therapist, and I prefer to move at a pace that feels right for you. Seeking therapy can be scary, but it’s one of the bravest steps you can take. I strive to offer a safe, judgment-free space where you can be your authentic self and feel comfortable and confident. I’d love to support you on your journey of self-development and healing. I use CBT, person-centered therapy, and couples and family therapy in my work.Next available:Fri Sep 25 @ 3PM
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Lark Jordan
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +8 moreI specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, boundary setting, relationships, grief and loss, and couples therapy, recognizing the importance of healthy connections. I also work with athletes on performance improvement and anxiety reduction. I offer a compassionate space where you can explore your concerns and work toward positive change. My goal is to help you learn effective coping strategies to manage stress and enhance your overall well-being with resilience.Next available:Mon Sep 28 @ 7PM
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Whitnee Willrich
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +15 moreMy therapy style is compassionate, client-centered, and solution-focused. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where adolescents, adults, and families feel seen, supported, and empowered to explore their emotions and experiences. Using CBT, Solution-Focused, and Person-Centered approaches, I help clients identify patterns, strengthen coping skills, and build resilience. I support each person in their unique journey toward growth, self-discovery, and healing in an authentic, unfiltered, and unscripted way.Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 6PM
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Laura Elk-Weist
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +7 moreI understand how painful it can feel when parts of you don’t seem to “fit.” As a queer therapist, I hold space for people from diverse and marginalized backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ and highly sensitive individuals. I work with concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges through a trauma-informed, culturally aware lens. I believe you already hold the capacity for change, and my role is to walk alongside you with guidance, skills, and support.Next available:Fri Sep 25 @ 4PM
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Robert Holden
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +8 moreI tend to provide a collaborative approach that is free of judgment and focused on providing my clients with the support and skills needed to face their life's current challenges. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing difficulties with managing thoughts and emotions related to mood disorders, those who have experienced trauma or PTSD symptoms, have self-esteem issues, or are struggling with relationship issues. I attempt to facilitate procession opportunities, education, and coping skills that can help learn adaptive strategies to reduce symptoms, strengthen relationships, and improve quality of life.Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 8PM
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Melanie Fields
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +6 moreMy therapy style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. I support young women who feel emotionally exhausted from always being the “strong one.” Together, we work to quiet overthinking, process emotions, and unlearn survival-mode habits. I use CBT, narrative work, and strengths-based approaches while pacing sessions to honor your readiness for growth. Therapy with me is a conversation with space for reflection, laughter, tears, and self-discovery—you don’t have to have it all together to begin.Next available:Mon Sep 28 @ 5PM
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Sherry Cooper
LMFT
Virtual
Specializes in Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Individual Therapy +5 moreI work from a strengths-based, holistic approach to therapy. I believe in helping you recognize and utilize your strengths to meet your goals. It's easy to focus on what is not going right in your life; however, recognizing and appreciating your strengths and the supports that exist in your life are vital to your success. You have a lot more going for yourself than you give yourself credit for. I will ask a lot of questions, and there may be some discomfort. However, growth doesn’t occur in your comfort zone. Change is hard, but once you recognize your abilities, it becomes a little less challenging.Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 6PM
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Kim Forcier
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Alzheimer's/Dementia, Anxiety +10 moreI offer counseling to those dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, life transitions, and career shifts. Facing life's challenges alone can be overwhelming and isolating. I look forward to walking that journey with you, providing a safe space for vulnerability and the development of effective coping skills. I am also a mother who enjoys watching sports, staying involved with my church, hiking in the Texas hill country, and cherishing time with my circle of friends. Look forward to meeting you!Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 10PM
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Vicky Tovar
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +9 moreSpeaks SpanishI take a person-centered approach, creating a safe and supportive environment throughout the therapeutic process. My goal is to provide time and space for you to focus on yourself—to process emotions, understand behaviors, learn coping skills, and feel heard, challenged, and understood. I blend empathy, expertise, and evidence-based methods to offer personalized care that fits your unique needs. Whether you’re navigating depression, anxiety, or life transitions, I’m here to listen, support, and help you strengthen resilience and overall well-being.Next available:Tue Sep 29 @ 1PM
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Gagan Judge
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +8 moreSpeaks PunjabiI am passionate about helping clients who need tools to manage the stress of everyday life. I work with clients who experience strain in balancing different cultures, and internal, and familial expectations. I enjoy helping people learn about autonomy, core beliefs, and self-care. Deciding to seek help is a tough decision and I am here to create a safe space for my clients in this first step of their wellness journey. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, mood, and adjustment disorders. You are the expert of your journey and I am honored to help you align your goals with your values.Next available:Sat Sep 26 @ 4PM
Montoyia Key
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +6 moreI believe in living my life by two R’s: release and relief. So often we internalize our feelings and emotions and find relief through negative self-talk, over working, engaging in toxic relationships and overthinking. Which means we never truly deal with the stressor or trigger to release the emotion. Now ask yourself, how is this fair to your present and your future? As a child, internalizing my feelings and emotions was my solution to life, which accompanied me into my adulthood. The inability to release my feelings in a healthy manner encouraged my negative self-talk and self-doubts.Next available:Wed Sep 23 @ 2PM
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Sheila Brown
LCSW
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +11 moreI work with individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges, focusing on guiding you toward positive change. I help clients manage generational trauma during life transitions, addressing the anxiety of change and offering practical tools for self-comfort and adaptation. As an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist, I support authentic living and purpose while walking with you step by step on your healing journey.Next available:Sat Sep 26 @ 9PM
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Estrelita Bruce
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Anger Issues, Animal Loss +15 moreWelcome! I’m a compassionate licensed therapist who supports clients in enhancing their mental and emotional well-being. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore experiences, gain clarity, and grow at your own pace. I aim to equip you with practical tools and meaningful insight to strengthen self-care, support emotional wellness, and honor spiritual values when desired. Together, we’ll work toward personal growth and a healthier, more grounded version of you.Next available:Wed Sep 23 @ 5PM
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Alisha Dalton
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +6 moreI offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for adults experiencing anxiety and depressive disorders related to unsuccessful relationships. In our work together, you'll learn practical skills to rediscover your identity and purpose. My approach to therapy is based on mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which allows for deeper healing than traditional talk therapy. Clients come to me looking for someone who “gets” what happened to them on a deeper level because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and validated.Next available:Thu Sep 24 @ 3PM
Dellissa Simmons
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +7 moreI would describe my therapy style as integrative, collaborative, and eclectic. I meet clients where they are and work together to identify goals for their empowerment journey. I integrate various modalities, including expressive arts therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and internal family systems, to address each person’s needs holistically. My goal is to create an affirming, safe, authentic, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable exploring the therapeutic process. Therapy can feel overwhelming, so being able to fully express yourself is vital to healing.Next available:Fri Sep 25 @ 2PM
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Carolyn Washington
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +7 moreI work with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, anger, and grief. I use integrative approaches that focus on the whole person and offer both individual and group counseling. I'm also a certified Christian Biblical Therapist and bring a compassionate, empathetic presence to my work. I’m passionate about supporting clients through life’s challenges and hope to be an instrument of change in their journey.Next available:Wed Sep 23 @ 1AM
Shenell Sarwon
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Couples Therapy (2+ adults in session) +8 moreMy therapeutic style is holistic, explorative, and integrative. I specialize in relationship issues, attachment-based trauma, women’s issues, Christian counseling, OCD, and supporting the BIPOC community. I am committed to creating a warm and inviting space that prioritizes you and your ability to grow and heal. Together, we can work to move beyond stuck places and cultivate the life and relationships you desire. I look forward to supporting you with compassionate, competent care.Next available:Mon Sep 28 @ 8PM
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Justin Alexander
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +10 moreFrom depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and many others, we will work to together to achieve change and desired outcomes. I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative, and action-oriented. I find that the realization of change is important and that this process will include us working together and being invested in the therapeutic process. My extensive experience in the helping profession allows for a diversity of issues to be addressed. I often add, “Nothing is too big or too small, we will address it all.” I utilize multiple evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while practicing culturally sensitive care to help my clients heal and grow.Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 6PM
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It typically takes less than a minute.
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Carlos Garcia
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +7 moreI've helped my clients overcome insomnia, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, parenting struggles, career challenges, and disability issues. Our sessions are tailored just for you. I will use evidence-based clinical techniques. Finding the right counselor to meet your needs is key to your success — if the description of my sessions above resonates with you, please reach out.Next available:Tue Sep 22 @ 11PM
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Bret Bertrand
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +17 moreMy goal is to support and motivate people to move forward in life with hope. I work with individuals and couples navigating life’s transitions and challenges. I also have experience supporting those impacted by addiction, shame, grief, and family conflict. While we can’t change the past, we can work together to understand and overcome its impact. I believe in building a path toward healing, growth, and freedom—one step at a time.Next available:Mon Sep 28 @ 9PM
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Takiesha Watson
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +5 moreI am a seasoned counselor with 16 years of expertise. I use diverse techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, storytelling, solution-focused, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I empower you to overcome challenges and achieve goals. In my welcoming office, you will find support to reshape negative thoughts and unlock new possibilities. Let's embark on a journey towards a happier, healthier you! For me, becoming a mental health professional wasn't just a career choice— it was a calling born out of empathy, understanding, and a genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives. I see each individual I work with not just as a client, but as a partner in their journey towards healing and triumph. My aim is to empower others to confront their challenges, rewrite their narratives, and emerge as victors in their own stories.Next available:Wed Sep 23 @ 4PM
Frequently asked questions about therapists in Texas
What matters for your care is that your therapist is licensed in the state where you live. To see an Octave therapist, you are matched with a clinician licensed in Texas, whether you meet online or in person. Some licenses fall under interstate agreements that let a therapist practice in more than one state, but you never have to sort that out yourself. Octave confirms every therapist is licensed to work with Texas residents before matching you.
To practice in Texas, a therapist must hold an active Texas license. That means completing a master's or doctoral degree in a mental health field, finishing thousands of hours of supervised clinical work, and passing a national or state licensing exam. Licenses are renewed on a schedule and require ongoing education. Every Octave therapist practicing in Texas holds a current Texas license, reviewed by our clinical team before they join.
Texas therapists practice under several license types, most commonly Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), and Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC). You may also work with psychologists who hold a PhD or PsyD. All are qualified to provide talk therapy, and the right fit depends on what you want to work on more than the letters after their name. Octave works with licensed therapists across these credentials in Texas.
Yes. If your Octave therapist in Texas is not the right fit, you can switch at any time at no additional cost. Finding the right match matters more than getting it right on the first try, and it is common to need a session or two to know. Just let us know and we will help you find another licensed Texas therapist who suits your needs.
No. You do not need a diagnosis, a referral, or a specific reason to start therapy in Texas. Many people see a Texas therapist to work through stress, relationships, life changes, or feelings that are hard to name. Your therapist focuses on your goals and what you want to get out of care, not on putting a label on you.
Start with what you want to work on, then look for a Texas therapist whose experience and approach match. Practical fit counts too: whether they take your insurance, their availability, and whether you feel comfortable with them. With Octave, you answer a few questions during intake and get matched with a licensed Texas therapist who fits your needs, so you do not have to sort through directories on your own.
Look for an active Texas license, which confirms the therapist has met the education, training, and exam requirements to practice in Texas. Common credentials include LCSW, LMFT, and LPC, along with psychologists who hold a PhD or PsyD. Beyond the license, check that their experience lines up with what you want to work on. Every Octave therapist in Texas is licensed and reviewed for credentials, experience, and clinical approach before joining the platform.
In everyday use, "therapist" and "counselor" often mean the same thing: a trained professional who provides talk therapy. Both can be licensed to treat mental health concerns, and what matters most is their license, training, and experience, not the title they use. Octave connects you with licensed Texas therapists whose background fits what you are looking for.
A therapist provides talk therapy to help you work through thoughts, feelings, and behavior. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. Some people work with both. Octave provides therapy in Texas, and if medication is something you want to explore, your therapist can talk it through with you and help coordinate care with an outside prescriber.
"Therapist" is a broad term for any licensed professional who provides talk therapy. A psychologist is one kind of therapist, someone with a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) who may also do psychological testing. Both provide therapy, and for most people the choice comes down to fit and experience rather than the specific degree. Octave works with licensed Texas therapists across these backgrounds.
The most important things are a valid Texas license, experience with what you want to work on, and an approach you feel comfortable with. Practical details matter too: whether they are in-network with your insurance, how soon they are available, and whether you connect with them in early sessions. Octave weighs these factors when matching you with a licensed Texas therapist, so you are paired with someone who fits both your needs and your schedule.