Therapists in Tulsa, OK
Leader Professional Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC—S, RPT—S
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74133
LPC Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor through the Association for Play Therapy., EMDR trained and certified in substance abuse evaluations for adults and adolescents. Christene believes in catering to the therapeutic needs to of her clients. She utilizes a range of therapeutic modalities such as Gestalt, Play Therapy, Adlerian, Trauma Focused CBT and EMDR. Christene works with individuals to help them to work through issues of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression and adjusting to significant life changes. She works along side you to help develop the skills needed to meet your needs and achieve your desired goals.
LPC Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor through the Association for Play Therapy., EMDR trained and certified in substance abuse evaluations for adults and adolescents. Christene believes in catering to the therapeutic needs to of her clients. She utilizes a range of therapeutic modalities such as Gestalt, Play Therapy, Adlerian, Trauma Focused CBT and EMDR. Christene works with individuals to help them to work through issues of trauma, grief, anxiety, depression and adjusting to significant life changes. She works along side you to help develop the skills needed to meet your needs and achieve your desired goals.
Christina Fischer-Conrad
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74145
I have extensive training in the leading trauma interventions, such as Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, iRest meditation and Ketamine and Cannabis Assisted Psychotherapy. I work primarily from a holistic, body centered perspective, but I am aware that every person and nervous system needs its own unique blend of therapy. Therefore, I use an eclectic blend of tools, such as Attachment, Transpersonal, Existential, and Psychodynamic to name a few. I hold a deep belief that our body and mind has the capacity to heal, so I work to provide a safe container to restore the innate wisdom of your body to heal and move through what is in the way.
I have extensive training in the leading trauma interventions, such as Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, iRest meditation and Ketamine and Cannabis Assisted Psychotherapy. I work primarily from a holistic, body centered perspective, but I am aware that every person and nervous system needs its own unique blend of therapy. Therefore, I use an eclectic blend of tools, such as Attachment, Transpersonal, Existential, and Psychodynamic to name a few. I hold a deep belief that our body and mind has the capacity to heal, so I work to provide a safe container to restore the innate wisdom of your body to heal and move through what is in the way.
Callie Keith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, IMH-E, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74136
Parenting is hard work! Being a child can also be hard work! Both roles come with moments of joy and hope. Both roles also come with frequent change and stress. For children, learning how to balance this mixture of emotions with their experiences can sometimes be challenging and lead to big behaviors. For parents, helping their children cope with big feelings and behaviors can be overwhelming. For others, conceiving and starting a family has felt impossible and isolating. Wherever you are in your parenting journey, my hope is to provide you and your family with a safe and secure place to learn, grow, and heal.
Parenting is hard work! Being a child can also be hard work! Both roles come with moments of joy and hope. Both roles also come with frequent change and stress. For children, learning how to balance this mixture of emotions with their experiences can sometimes be challenging and lead to big behaviors. For parents, helping their children cope with big feelings and behaviors can be overwhelming. For others, conceiving and starting a family has felt impossible and isolating. Wherever you are in your parenting journey, my hope is to provide you and your family with a safe and secure place to learn, grow, and heal.
Laura Prosser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74105
Not accepting new clients
Therapy is about learning and exploring how you want to exist in the world. It can be a place for healing, growth, or self discovery so that you may live with peace and confidence. Many things get in the way of you being your most authentic self. These obstacles are often rooted in fear, shame, anger, and hopelessness, as well as systems of oppression and other external stressors. My hope is that as we share space, you will feel seen and known and you will begin to uncover and embrace parts of yourself that have been hidden or dormant. As you move beyond the barriers that have kept you stuck, new growth can occur.
Therapy is about learning and exploring how you want to exist in the world. It can be a place for healing, growth, or self discovery so that you may live with peace and confidence. Many things get in the way of you being your most authentic self. These obstacles are often rooted in fear, shame, anger, and hopelessness, as well as systems of oppression and other external stressors. My hope is that as we share space, you will feel seen and known and you will begin to uncover and embrace parts of yourself that have been hidden or dormant. As you move beyond the barriers that have kept you stuck, new growth can occur.
Kimberly Thomas-Combs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74136
Is your marriage or family in crisis? If you're going to break out of the patterns that created the crisis, you need an outside perspective. As a marriage and family therapist, I am trained to get you out of the "blame game" and into authentic conversations that can heal your hurt. If your marriage isn't working or your family is suffering, it's time to invest in the skills that can reconnect you.
Is your marriage or family in crisis? If you're going to break out of the patterns that created the crisis, you need an outside perspective. As a marriage and family therapist, I am trained to get you out of the "blame game" and into authentic conversations that can heal your hurt. If your marriage isn't working or your family is suffering, it's time to invest in the skills that can reconnect you.
Eric Hyde Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74137
"Know thyself," said Socrates along with every wise person before and after him. I take it as axiomatic that each person is a complex web of experiences, desires, fears, joys, strengths, and weaknesses forged in one's unique history, biology, and current life circumstances. This means that each individual's road to mental health is particular to them and lies within them; of course, finding this road is easier said than done. It is my deep honor to work alongside my clients on their personal journey, helping them arrive at the life they want to live.
"Know thyself," said Socrates along with every wise person before and after him. I take it as axiomatic that each person is a complex web of experiences, desires, fears, joys, strengths, and weaknesses forged in one's unique history, biology, and current life circumstances. This means that each individual's road to mental health is particular to them and lies within them; of course, finding this road is easier said than done. It is my deep honor to work alongside my clients on their personal journey, helping them arrive at the life they want to live.
Juliann B Gillette
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74105
My experience as a Counselor, and prior to that, as a high school teacher, taught me that we all make mistakes and harbor emotional wounds at one time or another. I have been in my own recovery for Co-Dependency for over 23 years and I am committed to helping individuals and families affected by addiction. I am also a Cancer Survivor. I am devoted to easing the painful experience of others and very importantly, their caregivers, on this and similar journeys.
My experience as a Counselor, and prior to that, as a high school teacher, taught me that we all make mistakes and harbor emotional wounds at one time or another. I have been in my own recovery for Co-Dependency for over 23 years and I am committed to helping individuals and families affected by addiction. I am also a Cancer Survivor. I am devoted to easing the painful experience of others and very importantly, their caregivers, on this and similar journeys.
Kevin Foley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74136
Kevin is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical and Clinical and Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and additional graduate course work at Oklahoma State University. From his previous career in education, Kevin has extensive experience working with children and families. Kevin was also a collegiate athlete and coached youth sports. Since relocating in Tulsa almost a decade ago, Kevin has blended that experience with training in his work in inpatient behavioral health facilities and in agency settings.
Kevin is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical and Clinical and Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and additional graduate course work at Oklahoma State University. From his previous career in education, Kevin has extensive experience working with children and families. Kevin was also a collegiate athlete and coached youth sports. Since relocating in Tulsa almost a decade ago, Kevin has blended that experience with training in his work in inpatient behavioral health facilities and in agency settings.
Janice Ross
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74133
Did you know that our past experiences will definitely impact our present.? We all have had experiences that left us with a negative belief, such as "I'm not good enough", "No one will ever love me", "If they saw the real me they wouldn't like me". We often want to get rid of those beliefs but we aren't really sure how. Having a safe place to talk, a judgment-free zone could certainly help to reduce the feelings of fear, sadness, guilt, and shame.
Did you know that our past experiences will definitely impact our present.? We all have had experiences that left us with a negative belief, such as "I'm not good enough", "No one will ever love me", "If they saw the real me they wouldn't like me". We often want to get rid of those beliefs but we aren't really sure how. Having a safe place to talk, a judgment-free zone could certainly help to reduce the feelings of fear, sadness, guilt, and shame.
Becky van der Hagen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74119
Are you are a guardian who is seeking help for your child? I could be the person you are looking for. I am therapist who specializes in working with children. I work with children starting at age 3. In therapy, I work on helping children have better awareness of their emotions, how to express their emotions in a healthy way, increase frustration tolerance, and process their life experiences. I also work with the children’s guardians to improve the parent/child relationship as well as help the parents be responsive to their children’s emotional and behavioral needs.
Are you are a guardian who is seeking help for your child? I could be the person you are looking for. I am therapist who specializes in working with children. I work with children starting at age 3. In therapy, I work on helping children have better awareness of their emotions, how to express their emotions in a healthy way, increase frustration tolerance, and process their life experiences. I also work with the children’s guardians to improve the parent/child relationship as well as help the parents be responsive to their children’s emotional and behavioral needs.
Samantha Whelan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74119
Now Accepting New Clients. You feel trapped. Stuck in a seemingly endless loop of unwanted thoughts, fears, or painful memories. You feel like the only way to get relief is to avoid what hurts or do something…anything to quiet the thoughts. Your symptoms have made your life smaller and smaller until you don't even recognize who you are or who you were meant to be. You only see your symptoms. Perfectionism, OCD, anxiety, depression, substance use, and/or trauma make you feel like you are on an island alone. Let me help you to stand up to your fears, confront your shame or guilt, and reclaim your life. You can overcome.
Now Accepting New Clients. You feel trapped. Stuck in a seemingly endless loop of unwanted thoughts, fears, or painful memories. You feel like the only way to get relief is to avoid what hurts or do something…anything to quiet the thoughts. Your symptoms have made your life smaller and smaller until you don't even recognize who you are or who you were meant to be. You only see your symptoms. Perfectionism, OCD, anxiety, depression, substance use, and/or trauma make you feel like you are on an island alone. Let me help you to stand up to your fears, confront your shame or guilt, and reclaim your life. You can overcome.
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Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74133
I believe the therapeutic relationship can be both healing and empowering for individuals. I use a cognitive behavioral, strength-based approach to alleviate the effects of trauma and assist individuals to reaching their goal. As we go through life, we must learn to navigate through traumatic events such as the impact of life-threatening illnesses, childhood abuse, and other traumatic occurrences. Often traumatic experiences change our way of life forcing us to define a “New Normal”; I will provide therapeutic support to combat issues such as anxiety, depression, frustration, and trauma.
I believe the therapeutic relationship can be both healing and empowering for individuals. I use a cognitive behavioral, strength-based approach to alleviate the effects of trauma and assist individuals to reaching their goal. As we go through life, we must learn to navigate through traumatic events such as the impact of life-threatening illnesses, childhood abuse, and other traumatic occurrences. Often traumatic experiences change our way of life forcing us to define a “New Normal”; I will provide therapeutic support to combat issues such as anxiety, depression, frustration, and trauma.
Margaret Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74135
I embrace a dialectical worldview in my practice. This means that I willingly acknowledge that multiple truths can exist at the same time. I have witnessed this stance give clients permission to explore their own experiences at a greater depth, and release feelings of shame and guilt. I have observed, first hand, the resiliency for trauma survivors to heal. I am comfortable treating those that are healing from trauma and those that may have caused trauma.
I embrace a dialectical worldview in my practice. This means that I willingly acknowledge that multiple truths can exist at the same time. I have witnessed this stance give clients permission to explore their own experiences at a greater depth, and release feelings of shame and guilt. I have observed, first hand, the resiliency for trauma survivors to heal. I am comfortable treating those that are healing from trauma and those that may have caused trauma.
Jacquyn Renee Cleary
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74119
If you want to change or grow, this is the place. As a therapist I will work to earn your trust. When you bring openness, honesty and motivation to work, there is no limit to what you can achieve.You will experience an open,warm environment where you will be welcomed, accepted and encouraged to be the best you can be.Treatment specialties are focused around relationship and marital issues, women's issues, panic, anxiety and depression. It is also important to know that I am solutions oriented in my approach and I work to help the client define their goals and strategies to achieve their goals within a reasonable time frame.
If you want to change or grow, this is the place. As a therapist I will work to earn your trust. When you bring openness, honesty and motivation to work, there is no limit to what you can achieve.You will experience an open,warm environment where you will be welcomed, accepted and encouraged to be the best you can be.Treatment specialties are focused around relationship and marital issues, women's issues, panic, anxiety and depression. It is also important to know that I am solutions oriented in my approach and I work to help the client define their goals and strategies to achieve their goals within a reasonable time frame.
Ebony Skillens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74145
At Amayesing Skillz LLC we acknowledge the tremendous pressures of life and look forward to helping you find God’s answers to the challenges you or your child my be facing. God’s Word states, “He has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of Him...” 2 Peter 1:3-4. We recognize His Word as living and life sustaining as well as practical for instruction in dealing with attitudes, relationships, communication, conduct and behavioral concerns. 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
At Amayesing Skillz LLC we acknowledge the tremendous pressures of life and look forward to helping you find God’s answers to the challenges you or your child my be facing. God’s Word states, “He has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of Him...” 2 Peter 1:3-4. We recognize His Word as living and life sustaining as well as practical for instruction in dealing with attitudes, relationships, communication, conduct and behavioral concerns. 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
Sara Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74105
Every person needs to feel understood, and is empowered by their capacity to understand. My approach to therapy emphasizes the pursuit of understanding as key to growth and connection, and essential for meaningful change. Understanding yourself and your own thoughts, feelings, actions, motives, beliefs, and values empowers you to live a meaningful and deliberate life, on YOUR terms. Understanding others adds to this foundation by strengthening your ability to connect and cultivate healthy relationships. My passion is fostering understanding to help clients cope with adversity and thrive in all facets of life.
Every person needs to feel understood, and is empowered by their capacity to understand. My approach to therapy emphasizes the pursuit of understanding as key to growth and connection, and essential for meaningful change. Understanding yourself and your own thoughts, feelings, actions, motives, beliefs, and values empowers you to live a meaningful and deliberate life, on YOUR terms. Understanding others adds to this foundation by strengthening your ability to connect and cultivate healthy relationships. My passion is fostering understanding to help clients cope with adversity and thrive in all facets of life.
Jenifer Gray Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74145
Finding the right therapist is a must in the journey towards healing. Call and interview me to see if I am the best fit for you. I strive to create a trusting, warm, and accepting environment. Therapy is a sacred time dedicated to gaining self-awareness. My hope is that as you gain self-awareness you will become empowered to overcome whatever problems come your way. I am human too and have experienced difficult times in my life, hence why I became a therapist. I realize that life can become overwhelming. Sometimes we may be missing insights that may connect us to a more fulfilling life. Let's uncover those insights together!
Finding the right therapist is a must in the journey towards healing. Call and interview me to see if I am the best fit for you. I strive to create a trusting, warm, and accepting environment. Therapy is a sacred time dedicated to gaining self-awareness. My hope is that as you gain self-awareness you will become empowered to overcome whatever problems come your way. I am human too and have experienced difficult times in my life, hence why I became a therapist. I realize that life can become overwhelming. Sometimes we may be missing insights that may connect us to a more fulfilling life. Let's uncover those insights together!
Alexie Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74146
So often we have a tendency to gaslight ourselves into thinking there's something wrong with us or that we're making a big deal out of nothing or that there's something we should be doing differently to elicit a different response from the people in our lives. What if there isn't anything wrong with you? What if it actually is a big deal? Because if it's feeling like a big deal to you, there's a reason and we can explore that. And what if you stopped taking responsibility for the emotions and behaviors of others in your life and focused on taking responsibility for yours instead? How might life be different for you then?
So often we have a tendency to gaslight ourselves into thinking there's something wrong with us or that we're making a big deal out of nothing or that there's something we should be doing differently to elicit a different response from the people in our lives. What if there isn't anything wrong with you? What if it actually is a big deal? Because if it's feeling like a big deal to you, there's a reason and we can explore that. And what if you stopped taking responsibility for the emotions and behaviors of others in your life and focused on taking responsibility for yours instead? How might life be different for you then?
Courtney Riddle - Neurofeedback
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74135
If I were to ask you to name all the things you LOVE...how long would it take you to name YOURSELF? Do you feel like your not in control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions? Like your brain has a mind of it's own? Feel so tired you didn't want to get out of bed? Keep forgetting your keys, lose your train of thought, or can't seem to focus on tasks? Some days it's so bad you don't recognize yourself in the mirror or in pictures. Hopelessness becomes your daily go to feeling. You either want to sleep all day or eat everything in sight. Then comes feeling like a failure and the desire to just give up and run away. There is hope.
If I were to ask you to name all the things you LOVE...how long would it take you to name YOURSELF? Do you feel like your not in control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions? Like your brain has a mind of it's own? Feel so tired you didn't want to get out of bed? Keep forgetting your keys, lose your train of thought, or can't seem to focus on tasks? Some days it's so bad you don't recognize yourself in the mirror or in pictures. Hopelessness becomes your daily go to feeling. You either want to sleep all day or eat everything in sight. Then comes feeling like a failure and the desire to just give up and run away. There is hope.
Dr. Kelly A James
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, EMDR, ECP1, BCP2, BCP3
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74133 (Online Only)
Want to heal your memories faster and get on with your life? Offering EMDR intensive sessions of 2-4 hours on Fridays. Clients are able to move through their trauma quickly and then can go live their life. Are you feeling the way you want to feel? Are you living the life you want to live? Are your beliefs limiting you? Are you questioning whether your beliefs are valid. By tapping into the beliefs of your subconscious and superconscious mind to discover what you really believe and then make the changes that you want, you can change your life..
Want to heal your memories faster and get on with your life? Offering EMDR intensive sessions of 2-4 hours on Fridays. Clients are able to move through their trauma quickly and then can go live their life. Are you feeling the way you want to feel? Are you living the life you want to live? Are your beliefs limiting you? Are you questioning whether your beliefs are valid. By tapping into the beliefs of your subconscious and superconscious mind to discover what you really believe and then make the changes that you want, you can change your life..
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Number of Therapists in Tulsa, OK
600+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in Tulsa, OK who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
78% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Self Esteem |
70% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
68% | Health Choice |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Tulsa, OK see their clients
80% | In Person and Online | |
20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | 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.