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Teresa Draper(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Texas
Anxiety - Couples counseling- Depression- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Stress management-
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Professional statement

Teresa Draper is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in helping women and couples strengthen their relationships, improve communication, and overcome life’s emotional challenges. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict, as well as couples seeking premarital counseling to prepare for a lasting marriage. Her clients appreciate her warm, nonjudgmental presence and the safe, supportive environment she creates for honest conversations and personal growth.

Her therapy approach combines evidence-based methods—including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), and mindfulness practices—with a compassionate, collaborative style. Teresa helps clients identify unhelpful patterns, develop healthy boundaries, and build the skills needed for deeper emotional connection. She is especially passionate about guiding couples through important conversations before marriage, helping newlyweds navigate early adjustments, and supporting individuals in managing stress and rebuilding self-confidence.

With years of clinical experience and ongoing training in relationship science, Teresa brings both professional expertise and genuine care to her work. She believes that therapy should not only address present challenges but also equip clients with practical tools to create lasting change and healthier relationships.

Teresa offers in-person sessions at her welcoming office in Arlington, TX, as well as secure online therapy for clients across Texas. She provides flexible scheduling, including evening availability, to make counseling accessible and convenient. Whether working with clients face-to-face or remotely, her mission is to help them feel heard, understood, and empowered to build the life and relationships they truly want.


Message to clients

Before we begin working together, I want you to know that therapy is a space where you can bring your whole self—your fears, hopes, frustrations, and questions—without fear of judgment. My role is to listen deeply, understand your experiences, and help you uncover the patterns and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll focus not just on the challenges you’re facing now, but also on building the tools and confidence you need for the future.

My hope for you is that this process becomes a turning point—a place where you feel truly seen, where change feels possible, and where you begin to reconnect with the parts of yourself you may have lost along the way. Whether you’re here to strengthen your relationship, prepare for marriage, or find relief from anxiety or stress, I will walk alongside you at a pace that feels right for you.

If you’ve never been in therapy before, it’s okay to feel uncertain about where to start. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you come in; you just need to be willing to take the first step. I’ll meet you right where you are, and together, we’ll work toward the life and relationships you want to create.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 6 years

Texas Health Resources, Behavioral Health Therapist, 2022 - Present
Indigo Therapy and Wellness, Owner/Therapist, 2023 - 2023
Millwood Behavioral Health Hospital, Therapist, 2019 - 2022

Capella University, Master of Science, Marriage & Family Therapy/ Counseling, 2020

Licensure

Texas: 204388

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Cigna

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$140 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed

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