Online Therapy in Texas and New Jersey
Evidence-based online individual and couples therapy for life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Licensed therapist providing secure, confidential teletherapy sessions from the comfort of your home.
“Maranice Strickland is a compassionate and encouraging provider who has expertise working with those with trauma. She is committed to ensuring that clients receive psychoeducation and coping strategies that transcend the therapy space in a relatable way.”
— Good Counsel Therapy Review
Why Choose Good Counsel Therapy?
Licensed Therapist You Can Trust
Our fully licensed therapist believes in the foundation of trust. We provide online therapy sessions for residents of Texas and New Jersey, specifically serving Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Pearland. We have specialized training in evidence-based approaches for the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
At our core, we are committed to your mental health journey with compassionate, professional care.
HIPAA-Compliant & Completely Confidential
Your privacy matters. All online therapy sessions use encrypted, HIPAA-compliant video platforms to ensure our conversations remain completely confidential. We adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics and data security.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Good Counsel Therapy offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This form of therapy is one of the most researched and effective forms of therapy, helping you identify and change negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Through structured, collaborative sessions, you'll learn practical skills to manage your emotions, overcome avoidance, and create lasting change.
Learn more about CBT here.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
Good Counsel Therapy offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This is a specific, evidence-based approach of therapy designed to help individuals heal from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and other distressing life experiences.
Learn more about EMDR here.
Flexible Scheduling for Your Life
No commute. No waiting rooms. Schedule therapy sessions that fit your work and family commitments, with evening and weekend appointments available. Online counseling makes mental health support accessible when you need it most.
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Feeling stuck, hopeless, or struggling to find joy? Our online depression therapy helps you understand your symptoms, develop coping strategies, and rediscover meaning. We use evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and person-centered counseling.
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Constant worry, racing thoughts, or panic attacks affecting your daily life? Our therapists provide practical tools to manage symptoms and address the root causes of your anxiety through proven therapeutic techniques.
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Healing from past traumatic experiences takes courage and support. We offer specialized trauma therapy using evidence-based methods to help you process difficult memories, reduce symptoms, and rebuild a sense of safety.
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Navigating major life changes, including career shifts, relationship changes, relocation, or identity transitions? Our therapists help you process emotions, clarify values, and move forward with confidence during times of uncertainty.
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Good Counsel Therapy specializes in helping adult survivors of complex trauma (C-PTSD) including early attachment wounds, parentification, and having parents that struggle with mental health.
We also treat victims of childhood abuse who have transitioned into parenthood themselves and are struggling with learning how to cope with their own childhood trauma. Among our specialties is the treatment of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
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Are you conflicted with feelings of betrayal within your marriage or intimate relationship? In a respectful, neutral, and judgment-free space, you and your partner can find support and empowerment to make the necessary changes within yourselves that can affect the wellbeing of your relationship.
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If you've experienced domestic violence, inter-partner violence, or violence from parents, you deserve a safe space to process your experiences and reclaim your sense of safety and self-worth. We provide specialized trauma-informed counseling for survivors.
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We provide specialized online mental health support for active duty military members, veterans, and first responders in Texas and New Jersey. We understand the unique challenges you face and offer confidential, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy designed to fit your demanding schedule.
Online Therapy Services
HIPAA-compliant online therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Licensed therapist serving TX, including Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Pearland & NJ. TRICARE accepted. Learn More
Serving Texas & New Jersey
Good Counsel Therapy provides online counseling services to residents throughout Texas and New Jersey. Whether you're in Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Newark, Jersey City, or anywhere in between, our licensed therapist is here to support you.
Texas Online Therapy:
Fully licensed to provide teletherapy services throughout the state of Texas, specifically in Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, and Pearland
New Jersey Online Therapy:
Licensed to serve clients across New Jersey with convenient virtual sessions
Explore our blog and NAMI for practical guidance on managing anxiety, understanding depression, navigating life transitions, and getting the most from therapy.
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Why Choose Good Counsel Therapy?
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Your privacy matters. All online therapy sessions use encrypted, HIPAA-compliant video platforms to ensure your conversations remain completely confidential. We adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics and data security.
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Maranice Strickland is a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Fully licensed in Texas and New Jersey, she is committed to your mental health journey with compassionate, professional care.
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No commute. No waiting rooms. Schedule therapy sessions that fit your work and family commitments, with evening and weekend appointments available. Online counseling makes mental health support accessible when you need it most.
FAQs
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Online therapy (also called teletherapy or telehealth counseling) is a form of mental health treatment conducted remotely using secure video calls. A licensed therapist provides the same kinds of support they would in person—including talk therapy, coping strategies, and treatment plans—but through an online platform.
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Yes, for many people and many mental health conditions, research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as traditional in-person therapy. Studies have found comparable outcomes for conditions like:
Generalized anxiety disorder
Major depressive disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Relationship and stress-related concerns
A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis published in JMIR Mental Health found that psychiatric treatment conducted via telemedicine showed comparable effectiveness to in-person modality for posttraumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.
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Your first session is usually focused on getting to know each other and setting goals.
Common steps include:
Reviewing confidentiality and how online therapy works
Discussing your concerns, history, and what brought you to therapy
Setting short- and long-term goals
Testing the technology (e.g., audio/video, comfort with the platform)
Asking any questions about the therapist's approach
You won't have to share everything at once—it's okay to go at your own pace.
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Online therapy may be a good fit if you:
Prefer the convenience of home sessions or have mobility or scheduling challenges
Feel comfortable communicating over video or phone
Want access to more therapist options outside your immediate area
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Yes, in many cases. Most major insurance plans in Texas and New Jersey cover online therapy (telehealth) similarly to in-person sessions, especially since coverage expanded after the COVID-19 pandemic. Coverage depends on your specific plan—co-pays, deductibles, and in-network requirements may still apply.
To learn more about our accepted insurance plans and self-pay rates, visit our Rates & Insurance page.
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Yes. Your privacy is very important to us. All sessions are conducted on a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to ensure that your information and conversations remain completely confidential.
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Find a quiet, private space where you feel comfortable and won't be interrupted. It can help to have a notebook or something to drink nearby, and most importantly… just come as you are! There's no need to prepare anything special.
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Life happens! If you need to reschedule or cancel, just let us know as soon as possible. Our policy requires 24-hour notice to avoid a late cancellation fee, and we'll always do our best to find a new time that works for you.
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Most clients start with weekly sessions to build consistency and momentum. As you begin to feel more grounded and confident, we can adjust the frequency to fit your needs and goals.