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All of our clinicians offer both in-person services at our beautiful offices in Montrose and virtual telehealth services (from the office or from their home offices). If you are unable to find availability for a virtual telehealth visit, make sure to check both virtual options for your preferred clinician.

The following clinicians have a waitlist for new clients and initial appointments cannot be booked online. If you would like to get on the waitlist for the following clinicians please contact our Client Care Specialists at info@houstonanxiety.com or 832.205.8120.

Dr. Ivy Ruths, Ph.D.

Doctoral Clinicians who offer reduced rates will begin taking clients again mid-August

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New Client Consult

If you have some questions you would like answered prior to booking your initial evaluation, all of our clinicians offer a free 15 minute phone consultation.

Intake Evaluation with a Licensed Psychologist

An intake appointment is the first session your have with your psychologist. During this session your psychologist will review consent and confidentiality, gather background information, assess what is bringing you to therapy, and review goals for treatment.

Intake Evaluation with a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

An intake appointment is the first session your have with your licensed professional counselor associate. During this session your LPC-A will review consent and confidentiality, gather background information, assess what is bringing you to therapy, and review goals for treatment. An LPC-A is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who has completed a master’s degree in counseling and is ... Read More

An intake appointment is the first session your have with your licensed professional counselor associate. During this session your LPC-A will review consent and confidentiality, gather background information, assess what is bringing you to therapy, and review goals for treatment.

An LPC-A is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who has completed a master’s degree in counseling and is gaining supervised experience toward full licensure. They are trained to provide effective, evidence-based therapy and work under the supervision of a licensed clinical supervisor.

Individual Therapy with a Licensed Psychologist

A Licensed Psychologist holds a doctoral degree in psychology and is trained to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health concerns. At our practice, they specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and related disorders using evidence-based therapy. They may also provide clinical supervision to other therapists and offer psychological testing when needed. Prior to booking individua... Read More

A Licensed Psychologist holds a doctoral degree in psychology and is trained to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health concerns. At our practice, they specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, and related disorders using evidence-based therapy. They may also provide clinical supervision to other therapists and offer psychological testing when needed.

Prior to booking individual therapy with a licensed psychologist, you must complete an intake evaluation.

Individual Therapy with a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

An LPC-A is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who has completed a master’s degree in counseling and is gaining supervised experience toward full licensure. They are trained to provide effective, evidence-based therapy and work under the supervision of a licensed clinical supervisor. Prior to scheduling individual therapy with an LPC-A, you must schedule an intake evaluation with an... Read More

An LPC-A is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who has completed a master’s degree in counseling and is gaining supervised experience toward full licensure. They are trained to provide effective, evidence-based therapy and work under the supervision of a licensed clinical supervisor.

Prior to scheduling individual therapy with an LPC-A, you must schedule an intake evaluation with an LPC-A.

SPACE Therapy/Parent Support with a Licensed Psychologist

SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) is an evidence-based, parent-led treatment that empowers caregivers to reduce their child’s anxiety by changing their own responses. At our practice, a licensed psychologist will guide you step-by-step to help you support your child with confidence and compassion. Prior to scheduling a parent support or SPACE therapy session, you mu... Read More

SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) is an evidence-based, parent-led treatment that empowers caregivers to reduce their child’s anxiety by changing their own responses. At our practice, a licensed psychologist will guide you step-by-step to help you support your child with confidence and compassion.

Prior to scheduling a parent support or SPACE therapy session, you must complete an intake evaluation.

Dr. Alyssa Hertz PsyD

Position: Licensed Psychologist

Areas of Speciality: OCD, anxiety-related disorders, and eating disorders

Years in Practice: 6+

Alyssa is a clinical psychologist and specializes in evidence based practices like CBT, ERP, and ACT in treating anxiety, OCD. She uses CBT-E and FBT for the treatment of eating disorders. She is also trained in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), which allows her to better support families. She believes in a collaborative approach, personalizing treatment for each client’s unique needs.

She loves this work because of how it can change clients’ lives. She enjoys helping those suffering with OCD, anxiety, or eating disorders re-engage with their community, reconnect with their sense of self, and find a healthier life.

Creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment is crucial to her practice. She provides empathy and validation, promoting a space where clients can be their genuine selves.

Position: Licensed Psychologist Areas of Speciality: OCD, anxiety-related disorders, and eating ... Read More

Allison Leibman M.Ed.

Position: Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate

Supervised by: Lesli Rowell, PhD, LPC-S

Areas of Speciality: Anxiety, relationship management, conflict resolution, parenting challenges

Allison brings a compassionate and solution-focused approach to therapy. She specializes in anxiety, OCD, and parenting challenges, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other proven methods. Her goal is to create a safe space for clients, drawing on her personal experience as a mother of three to understand each unique situation.

Witnessing such transformations as a child overcoming contamination OCD and regaining control of their life, reaffirms her commitment to supporting clients. Seeing individuals overcome anxiety, develop coping strategies, and make positive changes is truly fulfilling.

Creating a non-judgmental, empathetic environment is essential. She believes seeking help is a sign of strength, and aims to make clients feel seen, heard, and valued.

Position: Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate Supervised by: Lesli Rowell, PhD, LPC-S A... Read More

Carla Wall LPC-A

Position: Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate

Supervised by: Saharah Shrout, LPC-S

Carla Wall completed her Counseling Internship at Houston Anxiety and Wellness Center this summer. She has a M. Ed. in School Counseling. Over the past 20 years she has worked with diverse groups of children, teens and adults teaching visual art at KIPP schools, Artmix and St. John’s School in Houston, Tx. Passionately teaching art for more than 20 years has equipped her with a unique perspective on the complexities of human emotions, expression and behavior. Her classrooms have served as safe spaces on each campus and her goal is to continue to help people in even more meaningful ways.

She works with children, teens, and families and utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Carla specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodiversity focusing on helping clients with parenting difficulties, grief, boundary setting, behavior issues, self-awareness, resilience, stress management, art therapy, and play therapy.

Position: Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate Supervised by: Saharah Shrout, LPC-S Carl... Read More

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