Therapists in 76092
![Photo of Bailey N Pittman, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b9f1055-4d8e-424f-ad7b-25f053984a10/2/320x400.jpeg)
Bailey N Pittman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Accepting NEW clients with daytime availability! I am passionate about counseling because I love seeing a client find hope, relief, and realize their own strength and resiliency. My desire is to create an accepting, warm environment where clients can feel safe to be themselves and work on their personal struggles without feelings of shame or guilt. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, & couples who are struggling with trauma, addiction, body image, communication, grief, and everyday struggles.
Accepting NEW clients with daytime availability! I am passionate about counseling because I love seeing a client find hope, relief, and realize their own strength and resiliency. My desire is to create an accepting, warm environment where clients can feel safe to be themselves and work on their personal struggles without feelings of shame or guilt. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, & couples who are struggling with trauma, addiction, body image, communication, grief, and everyday struggles.
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Bekah Coates
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
I help people take notice and face the issues that keep them from living their full and whole lives. I want to help clients find practical ways to transform and mature. My passion is to work with young adults and kids to help them navigate life’s challenges.
I help people take notice and face the issues that keep them from living their full and whole lives. I want to help clients find practical ways to transform and mature. My passion is to work with young adults and kids to help them navigate life’s challenges.
![Photo of Len (Coach) Shelby, LPC, MS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c2adfa9-8cb4-4a79-8a1d-fbbe36f43d05/3/320x400.jpeg)
Len (Coach) Shelby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Len works with adults, children, and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. As a Counselor and Coach, he has experience working with children and adolescents with relationship issues both in the home and at school. Coach also works with men and women of all ages helping them navigate major life transitions, setbacks and issues that challenge us personally and as a family. Len is a trained Symbis Premarital Counselor and collaborates with churches who desire a faith-based, solution-focused approach to marital and premarital counseling.
Len works with adults, children, and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. As a Counselor and Coach, he has experience working with children and adolescents with relationship issues both in the home and at school. Coach also works with men and women of all ages helping them navigate major life transitions, setbacks and issues that challenge us personally and as a family. Len is a trained Symbis Premarital Counselor and collaborates with churches who desire a faith-based, solution-focused approach to marital and premarital counseling.
![Photo of Adrianna Alatorre, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1ecd8449-2a0b-4ff4-b4b6-41b89c8d163b/1/320x400.png)
Hello! My name is Adrianna Alatorre and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience. I work with a wide array of conditions stemming from chronic anxiety & depression to acute psychosis. Throughout my career I have worked with mostly adults in every stage of the lifespan but also have experience with young children, adolescents, and school age children. Much of my work has dealt with trauma stemming from physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. The approach I use is eclectic and can offer several interventions specifically designed to heal the mind and provide skills to problem solve and find acceptance.
Hello! My name is Adrianna Alatorre and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience. I work with a wide array of conditions stemming from chronic anxiety & depression to acute psychosis. Throughout my career I have worked with mostly adults in every stage of the lifespan but also have experience with young children, adolescents, and school age children. Much of my work has dealt with trauma stemming from physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. The approach I use is eclectic and can offer several interventions specifically designed to heal the mind and provide skills to problem solve and find acceptance.
![Photo of Rachel Kunkel-Bodziak, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cef05fb6-2d25-4ffc-b857-e899d3d7c236/1/320x400.jpeg)
Rachel Kunkel-Bodziak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
I started my counseling journey in an agency setting and after a few years moved into a small group private practice. My favorite part of counseling is the value of the therapeutic relationship. Nurturing that trust and safety in sessions lends itself to an environment of authenticity and growth.
I started my counseling journey in an agency setting and after a few years moved into a small group private practice. My favorite part of counseling is the value of the therapeutic relationship. Nurturing that trust and safety in sessions lends itself to an environment of authenticity and growth.
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CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Everyone needs counseling or therapy at some point during the life. It is the wise that seek help when needed. My counseling approach is to foster authentic relationships and an environment where clients feel safe and comfortable sharing. Counseling is a partnership to help you identify, understand, and overcome the hurdles that life has given you. For clients who are experiencing grief, I am a specialist in grief and unresolved (complicated) grief.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Everyone needs counseling or therapy at some point during the life. It is the wise that seek help when needed. My counseling approach is to foster authentic relationships and an environment where clients feel safe and comfortable sharing. Counseling is a partnership to help you identify, understand, and overcome the hurdles that life has given you. For clients who are experiencing grief, I am a specialist in grief and unresolved (complicated) grief.
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Stacey Cartlidge, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
When your relationships are working, life feels wonderful. When even one relationship is broken, you may feel depressed, anxious, hopeless, afraid, and confused. There is hope. Together we can work to restore deep intimacy and joy to your relationships. Areas of specialty include couples counseling, infidelity, parenting, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and spiritual issues.
When your relationships are working, life feels wonderful. When even one relationship is broken, you may feel depressed, anxious, hopeless, afraid, and confused. There is hope. Together we can work to restore deep intimacy and joy to your relationships. Areas of specialty include couples counseling, infidelity, parenting, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and spiritual issues.
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Each one of us has the capacity to change our own path with the help of transformative therapy. Anxiety, depression, frustration, loneliness and feelings of helplessness can impact our daily lives- yet we have the ability to change our perspective. Hope, joy and purpose can be found by processing our feelings to move forward in a positive direction. Helping people heal, begin to affirm who they are, and process their thoughts and feelings to fully embrace their future is the focus of my practice.
Each one of us has the capacity to change our own path with the help of transformative therapy. Anxiety, depression, frustration, loneliness and feelings of helplessness can impact our daily lives- yet we have the ability to change our perspective. Hope, joy and purpose can be found by processing our feelings to move forward in a positive direction. Helping people heal, begin to affirm who they are, and process their thoughts and feelings to fully embrace their future is the focus of my practice.
![Photo of Shannon Thomas, LCSW-S, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e364637b-9274-40ae-8bfc-1e857d7b2e5b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Shannon Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
As a certified clinical trauma therapist, I specialize in working with individuals impacted by hidden abuse in all its forms - psychological, emotional, financial, and spiritual. My office is a privately owned, boutique counseling agency and provides the highest level of discretion and confidentiality.
As a certified clinical trauma therapist, I specialize in working with individuals impacted by hidden abuse in all its forms - psychological, emotional, financial, and spiritual. My office is a privately owned, boutique counseling agency and provides the highest level of discretion and confidentiality.
![Photo of Brian Marc Simmons, MA, LPC, CH, EMDR, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0285d0d4-8187-4e73-962c-806220f9c045/1/320x400.jpeg)
Brian Marc Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CH, EMDR
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
The most recent brain/body science shows us long-term healing is difficult to achieve without changing how information travels through the nervous system. Creating these adjustments is possible if you know how. Mr. Simmons utilizes a mind/body-based treatment approach that combines relevant talk therapy modalities, psychoeducation, mindfulness and somatic stabilization techniques, along with Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, Multichannel Eye Movement Integration (MEMI), Emotional Freedom Technique, and Trauma Informed treatment techniques to address client's presenting symptoms and achieve a variety of treatment goals.
The most recent brain/body science shows us long-term healing is difficult to achieve without changing how information travels through the nervous system. Creating these adjustments is possible if you know how. Mr. Simmons utilizes a mind/body-based treatment approach that combines relevant talk therapy modalities, psychoeducation, mindfulness and somatic stabilization techniques, along with Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, Multichannel Eye Movement Integration (MEMI), Emotional Freedom Technique, and Trauma Informed treatment techniques to address client's presenting symptoms and achieve a variety of treatment goals.
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Hi! My name is Katie and I offer an empathetic, compassionate, open-minded space to process past trauma's and current issues. My focus is primarily with individuals who have experienced childhood abuse/ neglect from their caregivers and trying to navigate those relationships currently. I work together with individuals who experience anxiety on a daily basis and is "unsure" where that is coming from. If you've had therapy before and you feel it wasn't deep enough and want to explore yourself more please reach out.
Hi! My name is Katie and I offer an empathetic, compassionate, open-minded space to process past trauma's and current issues. My focus is primarily with individuals who have experienced childhood abuse/ neglect from their caregivers and trying to navigate those relationships currently. I work together with individuals who experience anxiety on a daily basis and is "unsure" where that is coming from. If you've had therapy before and you feel it wasn't deep enough and want to explore yourself more please reach out.
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Kelly L. Cheatham
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
My goal is to provide an environment of encouragement, compassion and understanding to help each of my clients attain the growth and changes they want to achieve. I seek to help individuals, couples, and families effectively resolve issues that can cause both stress and dysfunction. My clients and I collaborate to evaluate problem areas and set goals they are committed to attaining. When working with couples and families, I recognize the need for healthy cooperation, communication, direction, and structure. We work together to find new solutions and gain new perspectives.
My goal is to provide an environment of encouragement, compassion and understanding to help each of my clients attain the growth and changes they want to achieve. I seek to help individuals, couples, and families effectively resolve issues that can cause both stress and dysfunction. My clients and I collaborate to evaluate problem areas and set goals they are committed to attaining. When working with couples and families, I recognize the need for healthy cooperation, communication, direction, and structure. We work together to find new solutions and gain new perspectives.
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Jessica Masseke-Harvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Are you struggling to navigate through life's emotional storms? When you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, it can feel like your confidence has taken a hit and you're constantly triggered in everyday situations. But you're not alone, and relief is possible. You're ready to break free from these challenges and create a life filled with meaning and fulfillment.
Are you struggling to navigate through life's emotional storms? When you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, it can feel like your confidence has taken a hit and you're constantly triggered in everyday situations. But you're not alone, and relief is possible. You're ready to break free from these challenges and create a life filled with meaning and fulfillment.
![Photo of Jacques de Broekert, PsyD, LPC, MAC, DAC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/942b56f4-d815-4481-9a30-14506b01b989/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jacques de Broekert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, MAC, DAC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Often in an attempt to finish "unfinished" business, we reenact unresolved issues in hopes of a better outcome finding ourselves face to face with the mountain of pain looming large in our past. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and groups struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviors, depression, trauma, and related issues. If you struggle with addiction, I use emotionally connective and psychodynamic therapy to help you reach abstinence and then recovery, pre or post rehab. If you are struggling with the out-of-control substance abuse merry-go-round, we can work together to improve your life.
Often in an attempt to finish "unfinished" business, we reenact unresolved issues in hopes of a better outcome finding ourselves face to face with the mountain of pain looming large in our past. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and groups struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviors, depression, trauma, and related issues. If you struggle with addiction, I use emotionally connective and psychodynamic therapy to help you reach abstinence and then recovery, pre or post rehab. If you are struggling with the out-of-control substance abuse merry-go-round, we can work together to improve your life.
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Dr. Storey’s approach to psychotherapy aims to provide the dual approach of providing symptom relief, and diving into the root of each individual’s presenting concern. She views psychotherapy as a means to help individuals make sense of wants and needs, and to advocate for a way of being that feels empowering and in connection with their own values. She can help with identification of triggers, improving coping skills, and enhancing relaxation skills. Dr. Storey is currently accepting appointments for individual psychotherapy and couples/marital counseling, ages 18 and up, in our Southlake office, or via Telehealth.
Dr. Storey’s approach to psychotherapy aims to provide the dual approach of providing symptom relief, and diving into the root of each individual’s presenting concern. She views psychotherapy as a means to help individuals make sense of wants and needs, and to advocate for a way of being that feels empowering and in connection with their own values. She can help with identification of triggers, improving coping skills, and enhancing relaxation skills. Dr. Storey is currently accepting appointments for individual psychotherapy and couples/marital counseling, ages 18 and up, in our Southlake office, or via Telehealth.
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Are you and your partner wanting to lay the foundation for a fulfilling marriage? Maybe you’re wanting to do things differently than you experienced growing up or you’re finding yourselves caught in cycles of conflict or miscommunication that you want to work through before committing to a life together. Perhaps you’d like to do some work personally in order to be the best future spouse possible. Ultimately, you want to create healthy communication patterns, understand yourself and your partner on a deeper level, and process important questions now as a way of investing in the health of your future marriage, home, and family.
Are you and your partner wanting to lay the foundation for a fulfilling marriage? Maybe you’re wanting to do things differently than you experienced growing up or you’re finding yourselves caught in cycles of conflict or miscommunication that you want to work through before committing to a life together. Perhaps you’d like to do some work personally in order to be the best future spouse possible. Ultimately, you want to create healthy communication patterns, understand yourself and your partner on a deeper level, and process important questions now as a way of investing in the health of your future marriage, home, and family.
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Healing Encounters, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092 (Online Only)
As a faith-based, licensed marriage and family therapist, and 30+ years of experience, I offer a caring, supportive and convenient online setting in the comfort of your home or office to get the support and guidance to begin your journey back and to healing wounds in the lives of couples, families or as an individual. I work with those who struggle with family communication and interpersonal problems, depression, anxiety, pain management, couple and marrital issues, blended families, trauma, sexual abuse, anger management, parenting and child rearing, empty- nest issues, career and pre-marital counseling.
As a faith-based, licensed marriage and family therapist, and 30+ years of experience, I offer a caring, supportive and convenient online setting in the comfort of your home or office to get the support and guidance to begin your journey back and to healing wounds in the lives of couples, families or as an individual. I work with those who struggle with family communication and interpersonal problems, depression, anxiety, pain management, couple and marrital issues, blended families, trauma, sexual abuse, anger management, parenting and child rearing, empty- nest issues, career and pre-marital counseling.
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I am a native Texan and have lived in the DFW area for over 25 years. I am passionate about utilizing my skills to help others reach their potential and live fulfilled lives. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families in a variety of settings including an outpatient pain clinic, hospital psychiatric emergency room, correctional facility, homeless shelters, and long-term care facilities, as well as, private practice.
I am a native Texan and have lived in the DFW area for over 25 years. I am passionate about utilizing my skills to help others reach their potential and live fulfilled lives. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families in a variety of settings including an outpatient pain clinic, hospital psychiatric emergency room, correctional facility, homeless shelters, and long-term care facilities, as well as, private practice.
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Hopeful Hearts Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Finding a therapist that fits you and your needs is hard to find. That is why I aim to create a compassionate, collaborative, and trusting atmosphere. My goal is to explore your feelings, treat root issues, and discover your strengths to apply them toward healing and growth. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, or simply need help decreasing stress, you do not have to do it alone. I would love to help you resolve your problems, enhance your life, and lead you toward the peace, joy, and hope that God has planned for you.
Finding a therapist that fits you and your needs is hard to find. That is why I aim to create a compassionate, collaborative, and trusting atmosphere. My goal is to explore your feelings, treat root issues, and discover your strengths to apply them toward healing and growth. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, or simply need help decreasing stress, you do not have to do it alone. I would love to help you resolve your problems, enhance your life, and lead you toward the peace, joy, and hope that God has planned for you.
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Are you dissatisfied with how your personal or work life is going? Do you find that you feel down or anxious more often than you believe you should? I help clients discover what might be holding them back in their personal or work lives. Then, most importantly, help them learn new life skills which empower them to change old behaviors and thoughts. I am a licensed, doctoral-level psychologist with 30+ years of experience. I have been married 31 years and have two daughters. I have described as kind, empathic, and nonjudgmental.
Are you dissatisfied with how your personal or work life is going? Do you find that you feel down or anxious more often than you believe you should? I help clients discover what might be holding them back in their personal or work lives. Then, most importantly, help them learn new life skills which empower them to change old behaviors and thoughts. I am a licensed, doctoral-level psychologist with 30+ years of experience. I have been married 31 years and have two daughters. I have described as kind, empathic, and nonjudgmental.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 76092
400+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 76092 who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Coping Skills |
68% | Grief |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | Aetna |
72% | Cigna and Evernorth |
72% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 76092 see their clients
77% | In Person and Online | |
23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.