Major insurance accepted • 100% virtual sessions • Low-cost options available • Same week appointments

Virtual therapy · Texas & Ohio · Insurance accepted

The work is hard. Getting help shouldn't be.

Virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and teens across Texas and Ohio. Specializing in care for working professionals, the LGBTQ+ community, and those who’ve had a hard time finding a therapist who truly fits.

Find Your Fit

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Answer a few quick filters and we’ll take you to therapist options that fit what you’re looking for.

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Does any of this sound familiar?

🩵 You’re exhausted, but admitting it out loud feels like giving up.
🩵 You replay conversations at 2am wondering if you said something wrong.
🩵 You’ve been “fine” for so long that no one would believe how much you’re carrying.
🩵 You keep pushing through, but the anxiety, the heaviness, the disconnection isn’t going away on it’s own.

You don’t need to be in crisis to deserve support. And you shouldn’t have to earn it by hitting a wall first.

WHO WE WORK WITH

You've been managing.
That's not the same as okay.

High-functioning doesn’t mean okay. It usually just means you’ve gotten very good at not letting it show.

Attorneys & legal professionals

Healthcare workers

Tech & engineering professionals

Executives & business owners

Therapists & social workers

Anyone ready to start

Find Your Fit

Not sure where to start?

Answer a few quick questions and we’ll point you toward therapists who may be a good fit for what you’re looking for.

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WHO WE ARE

A therapist who gets your life shouldn't be this hard to find.

Too many people spend their first few sessions explaining their world before the actual work can start. Explaining what it’s like to be the only one in the room. Explaining their relationship structure. Explaining why their family dynamics are complicated in ways a standard framework doesn’t account for.

We built this practice around the people most therapy wasn’t built for.

That means therapists who don’t need you to explain yourself before the work can start. Who already understand the room you’re describing. Every therapist here was chosen not just for their credentials, but for who they are and who they understand.

OUR THERAPISTS

Real people.
Real credentials.

Every therapist at TES is licensed, supervised, and here because they’re good at this work.

GETTING STARTED

From this page to your first session.

No phone trees. No months-long waitlists. Most people have their first appointment within the week.

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Tell us what's going on

Use the match tool to share what you're looking for. Takes under a minute. No account required.

02

Browse your matches

Read bios, see specialties, check availability. Choose at your own pace.

03

Book and show up

Schedule directly online. All sessions are virtual from your home, your car, or wherever you have privacy.

Client Feedback

What Clients Are Saying

Real feedback from people who have received care through The Empowering Space.

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Long-Term Therapy Client

TES Client Feedback

★★★★★

“I’ve been on a journey with my therapist at The Empowering Space for over four years, and the support has helped me change my life. I’m grateful for the guidance I’ve received here.”

Trauma Therapy Client

TES Client Feedback

★★★★★

“My therapist helped me work through past trauma in ways I didn’t know were possible. I felt safe, supported, and able to start healing.”

First Session Client

TES Client Feedback

★★★★★

“I was extremely nervous at the beginning of my first session, but my therapist helped me feel at ease once we started.”

Accessible Care Client

TES Client Feedback

★★★★★

“I really appreciate that there is an intern option for people who don’t have the income for a full-cost therapist.”

Virtual Therapy Client

TES Client Feedback

★★★★★

“The therapist’s background, online convenience, affirming environment, and payment options helped make The Empowering Space feel like the right place to get support.”

Individual Therapy Client

TES Client Feedback

★★★★★

“I feel very comfortable during sessions, heard by my therapist, and supported in working toward my personal goals.”

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

You don't have to figure this out on your own.

If you’re not ready to book yet, that’s okay. Send us a message and someone from our intake team will reach out to help you find the right fit.

We typically respond within one business day.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

FAQ

If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact our support team for further assistance!

Individual sessions range from $35 to $160 depending on your therapist. Supervised intern sessions start at $35. Most licensed therapists are in the $85–$130 range, and several offer sliding scale. Couples sessions vary by therapist and session length. Full rates are listed in each therapist’s bio — use the match tool to find someone who fits your budget.

We’re in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Magellan Health, and Lyra Health. If yours isn’t listed, reach out and we’ll help you figure out your options.
 
 
 
 
 
Our MSW interns are graduate-level therapists completing their supervised clinical hours, the standard path to full licensure. They work under the direct supervision of a licensed clinician, which means two professionals are involved in your care. Sessions are offered at reduced rates starting at $35 and are a strong option for clients who want quality therapy at a lower cost.
 
 
All TES sessions are conducted via secure video or text-based messaging. You can join from anywhere in Texas or Ohio: your home, your car, your office. You need a private space and a stable internet connection. We use a HIPAA-compliant platform, so your sessions are confidential.
 
 
Most clients are matched and scheduled within a few days. Several therapists have openings as soon as this week. Evening and weekend slots are available. If you have specific availability needs, note them when you reach out and we’ll match accordingly.
 
 
Therapeutic fit is one of the strongest predictors of whether therapy actually helps. If it’s not working, let us know. We’ll help you find someone else on the team. No awkward conversation required, no explanation needed.
 
 
Yes. Select couples or family therapy in the match tool to see therapists who specialize in couples work or family dynamics.
 
 

The first step doesn't have to be a big one.

Tell us a little about what’s going on. We’ll take it from there.

Is Text Therapy Right for Me?

Take our 2-minute quiz and get your personalized recommendation.

💜 Flexible check-ins—message whenever the mood strikes

💜 Space to reflect—write at your own pace

💜 Private & secure—HIPAA-compliant messaging