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Ayana Jefferson

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating or clinical. I believe it should feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no judgment, no pressure, and no pretending. I’m a licensed psychotherapist providing telehealth services across Texas, and I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and middle-aged women, including LGBTQ+ individuals who want affirming, honest, and supportive care.

My approach to therapy

Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by life stressors, anxiety, depression, or the lingering effects of childhood trauma. You might feel stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. My approach is affirming, straightforward, and grounded in real conversations. I won’t talk at you—I’ll work with you to understand what’s getting in the way and help you build practical tools you can actually use in your daily life.

What you can expect from me

My greatest passion is watching clients grow—seeing the moment when things start to click, confidence builds, and life feels more manageable. One of my biggest strengths is creating strong, trusting therapeutic relationships, because real change happens when you feel safe, understood, and supported. Outside of therapy, you’ll likely find me binge-watching reality TV, enjoying a warm cup of coffee, or spending quality time with my family—simple joys that help keep me grounded, just like the ones we’ll work on building for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at University of Houston-Victoria
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Gestalt, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    4220 Cartwright Road 1002
    Missouri City, TX 77459