Depression Therapists in Texas

I've supported clients whose depression affected every part of daily life, from motivation to how they viewed themselves and the world. Through therapy, I help individual build coping skills, see their experiences though a new and compassionate lens, navigate difficult moments, access supportive resources, and reconnect with the light and strength within themselves.

For over five years, I've worked with individuals across healthcare and community settings who are navigating challenges related to identity, past traumas, abuse, family conflict, and everyday stressors such as work and relationships. My approach is grounded in solution-focused techniques aimed at helping you regain your strength build resilience and view your experiences through a new and empowering lens. I am currently working toward my clinical supervision to further enhance my skills and continue providing effective tools to support you on your healing journey. I am currently under direct supervision by Danielle Jenkins, LCSW-S #64305

We start by determining whether or not the source of the depression is clinical or situational and develop a plan from there. If the depression is situational (there is an identifiable cause such as a death, divorce, or change in circumstance), I provide supportive therapy while the client acknowledges their sadness and identifies how depression is impacting their daily life. Together we set weekly goals and develop tools for moving forward. I serve as an accountability partner as the client sets small, manageable goals on a path to more fulfilling relationships, personal happiness, and improved mental health.

I have over 25 years of experience helping teens and adults through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and loss. Most clients already have everything that they need to overcome the obstacles that they encounter; they just need a little help developing and implementing a plan. I use an eclectic and trauma informed approach to meet clients where they are and guide them on their journey to becoming happier, healthier, and more satisfied with their lives.

I use an evidence-based, structured approach to treat depression, combining medication management (when appropriate) with supportive and CBT-informed strategies. I help clients improve mood, increase motivation, and regain stability so they can function better in daily life.

Accepting new patients with same-day appointments. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders using evidence-based, personalized care. My approach is collaborative, practical, and focused on helping you improve focus, reduce anxiety, and function better in daily life. Telehealth available in Texas and Florida.

I support clients with depression by helping them challenge negative thought patterns, build healthy routines, and reconnect with activities and values that bring meaning—using approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to foster hope and resilience.

My path to becoming a therapist is deeply personal. Over the years, I have experienced grief, loss, divorce, trauma, abuse, and major life transitions in my own journey. These experiences not only shaped my understanding of suffering but also deepened my heart for walking with others who find themselves in painful or uncertain seasons. I know firsthand how overwhelming life can feel, and I also see the hope and restoration that can come through faith, healing, and connection. In addition to my personal journey, I have spent many years as a social worker in the hospice field, supporting individuals and families through end-of-life care, loss, and the grieving process. These experiences deepened my calling to create a safe and compassionate space for people in their most vulnerable moments. They also strengthened my belief that healing is possible even in seasons of sorrow, especially when we lean on faith and community. Today, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals through grief, loss, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and faith-centered—grounded in the belief that every person is created in God’s image and deeply loved by Him. At Connect & Restore Therapy, I blend evidence-based practices with Christian values, offering a safe space where you can process your story, rediscover your strength, and move forward with clarity and peace. It is my privilege to walk alongside you, not only as a therapist but also as someone who has walked through valleys and experienced God’s grace and renewal firsthand. Together, we can lean into hope and pursue the healing and restoration God desires for your life. As Scripture reminds us, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18).

My approach to depression begins with understanding the whole person—not just the symptoms. I take time to understand your experiences, concerns, and goals before developing a personalized treatment plan. When appropriate, I use evidence-based medication management alongside education, supportive care, and practical strategies to help you regain stability and improve your quality of life. Progress may look different for everyone, but often includes improved mood, increased motivation and energy, better sleep, greater emotional balance, and feeling more engaged in everyday life.

Serving patients across Arizona, Kansas, New York, Washington, Florida, Delaware, Iowa, Montana, Texas, New Mexico, and Vermont, Funmilayo Akintunde, PMHNP-BC, believes every patient deserves mental health care that is both clinically thorough and deeply human. Seeking mental health care takes courage, and Funmilayo provides an unhurried, empathetic space where patients feel heard, respected, and supported. With extensive experience treating diverse populations across inpatient units, IOP/PHP programs, outpatient practices, correctional health, and community settings, Funmilayo understands the complex ways life experiences can shape mental health. She specializes in diagnostic assessment and evidence-based medication management, taking a collaborative approach to treatment and tailoring care to each patient’s unique needs, concerns, and goals.

My approach to depression is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping clients understand what they’re experiencing without judgment. Together, we explore the thoughts, emotions, relationship patterns, and life experiences that may be contributing to depression while building practical tools for coping, self-trust, and emotional resilience. Progress can look different for everyone—it may mean feeling more hopeful, reconnecting with yourself and others, making clearer decisions, setting healthier boundaries, or simply feeling more capable of navigating difficult days.

You feel overwhelmed in your relationship—but part of you still hopes things will get better. Maybe you’re walking on eggshells, second-guessing yourself, or wondering how things got this hard. Whether you’re trying to make sense of a painful relationship, going through a divorce, or healing from emotional or physical abuse, you don’t have to go through it alone. I work with women who feel stuck, confused, or emotionally drained in their relationships, helping them process what they’ve been through and begin moving forward with clarity and strength. I’m passionate about helping women rebuild their confidence, rediscover their sense of self, and create relationships that feel safe and supportive—not confusing or painful. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that have kept you feeling trapped and help you rebuild a sense of clarity, self-trust, and emotional resilience My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe every woman deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered as she moves toward a life that feels safe, stable, and fulfilling. If you’re even a little curious about what support could look like, you don’t have to navigate this alone.