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Huffman, TX · FM 1960 East
Counseling & Therapy Near Huffman, TX
Compassionate counselors serving the Huffman area from our FM 1960 East office in Humble, plus virtual sessions from anywhere in Texas.
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Therapy in Huffman
A therapist for Huffman and the surrounding area
If you live in Huffman and have been looking for a therapist nearby, you already know the options are limited. Huffman is a smaller, rural-adjacent community east of Lake Houston, where multi-generational families, outdoor life, and close-knit neighborhoods are the norm. That does not mean people here are not carrying real weight. Relationship strain, anxiety, grief, the pressure of parenting, the things that build up when you have nowhere close to take them.
The Shift Counseling and Wellness, PLLC serves Huffman residents from our FM 1960 East office in Humble, about a 20 to 25 minute drive heading west on FM 2100 to FM 1960. We are also fully available by telehealth, which means you do not have to make that drive. Same trusted team, same careful matching, same care, from wherever you are in Texas.
If you are ready to talk with someone, we are here. And if virtual is what makes it possible, that works just as well.
Book a consultation Why people choose The Shift
Why people in Huffman choose The Shift
A few things set us apart from other counseling options serving the Huffman area.
Affirming & aware
Affirming, neurodivergence-aware, and judgment-free. A calm space whether you come in person or by telehealth.
Right here in the corridor
We see clients from across the Lake Houston area, including Humble, Atascocita, Kingwood, and Huffman, in person and online.
Private pay, on purpose
Your therapist answers to you, not to an insurance company. That keeps your care shaped by what is actually right for you.
Meet the team
Therapists who see clients in Huffman
All five of our counselors are available to Huffman clients, either in person at our FM 1960 East office in Humble or virtually. Here is a brief look at each of them.
Founder Chess Scott MEd, LPC-Associate
A veteran and entrepreneur who understands struggle from the inside out. Person-centered, collaborative work for self-awareness and growth.
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Licensed Therapist Bri Baum MEd, MS, LPC, LCDC
Gottman-trained care for couples and families, with deep experience supporting families raising neurodivergent kids.
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Counselor Jessica Haffner MA, LPC-Associate
Warm, strength-based work for anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. Attachment-focused, with Christian counseling on request.
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Counselor Jordan Baca LPC-Associate
A safe, affirming space for children, teens, and young adults. Child-centered play therapy and identity work.
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Counselor Melissa Reaux Dismukes LPC-Associate
Somatic and EMDR-informed care for adults and couples working through anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
Read Melissa's profile The best fit
Not sure who fits? We match you with the right therapist for what you are carrying.
See the full teamAll five therapists serve Huffman clients in person at our Humble office or via telehealth. All LPC-Associates at The Shift are supervised by licensed LPC supervisors in accordance with Texas licensure requirements.
How we help
Counseling services we offer in Huffman
We offer a full range of counseling services for Huffman residents, in-person at our Humble office or via telehealth. Here is a quick look at what is available.
Most requested
Couples & marriage counseling in Huffman
When you stop feeling like partners and start feeling like two people managing the same house, couples counseling gives you both a space to slow down, say what is actually happening, and decide what to build from here. No blame, no taking sides. The goal is for both of you to feel heard.
Family therapy in Huffman
Family dynamics can get messy, and tension does not always resolve on its own. Family therapy helps everyone in the room communicate more clearly, understand each other better, and find a way forward together.
Individual therapy in Huffman
Sometimes you just need a space that is entirely yours. Individual therapy gives you room to process what you are carrying, understand your patterns, and build tools that actually hold up in real life. We work with adults and older adolescents.
Teens, children & play therapy in Huffman
Kids do not always have words for what they are feeling, and they should not need them. We work with children through child-centered play therapy, and offer teens a calm space built around their experience, not a checklist.
Learn about the challenges & symptoms
Understand what our counseling can help you work through
These guides explain the challenges and symptoms our counseling helps people work through and overcome, how each one tends to show up, and the ways therapy can help. Explore a topic to learn more.
Private pay
Private pay, and what that means for your care
The Shift is a private-pay, out-of-network practice. We do not bill insurance directly.
That is a deliberate choice. When a therapist does not have to answer to an insurance company, your care is shaped by what you and your therapist decide is right for you. You get the clinician who is the actual best fit, sessions that are not cut short by a plan's arbitrary limits, and the kind of consistency that gives this work room to unfold.
If you are looking for in-network therapy, we are happy to point you toward someone who takes your plan.
Close by
Huffman is right in our neighborhood.
Our FM 1960 East office in Humble is about a 20 to 25 minute drive from Huffman. Telehealth is available if you prefer not to make the trip.
Serving Huffman from our Humble, TX office and via telehealth statewide.
Getting hereFrom Huffman, head west on FM 2100 to FM 1960, then continue west on FM 1960. Our office is on the FM 1960 East corridor in Humble, about a 20 to 25 minute drive. Free on-site parking when you arrive.
Parking & accessibilityFree on-site and street parking. Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. A gender-neutral restroom is also available.
HoursMonday–Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Sunday closed. Appointments required.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Sunday closed. Appointments required.
Two ways to meet
In-person in Huffman or virtual across Texas
Both options are fully available. For many Huffman residents, virtual is the most practical path, same trusted counselor, same careful matching, no commute required.
In person in Huffman
Meet your therapist in person at our FM 1960 East office in Humble, about 20 to 25 minutes from Huffman via FM 2100. A calm, private, fully accessible space with free parking. The same trusted team, the same careful matching.
Virtual across Texas
Connect from wherever you are in Texas through secure telehealth. No drive, no waiting room, the same care from your own space. Most of our services are available online.
What clients say
Life changing! The advice and support I was given completely changed the way I was thinking and feeling.Kerrie H. on Google Read all reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How far is The Shift from Huffman?
Our FM 1960 East office in Humble is about a 20 to 25 minute drive from Huffman, heading west on FM 2100 to FM 1960. Free on-site parking when you arrive. If the drive does not fit your schedule, all of our services are also available via telehealth from anywhere in Texas.
Do you accept insurance?
The Shift is a private-pay, out-of-network practice and does not bill insurance directly. This keeps your care between you and your therapist, with no coverage limits shaping what help you receive. If you have out-of-network benefits, we provide superbills you can submit to your insurer for potential reimbursement. If staying in-network is a priority, we are happy to help connect you with a referral.
Can I see a therapist virtually if I do not want to drive in?
Yes, and for many Huffman residents that is the most practical path. All of our services are available via telehealth using a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. You get the same trusted counselor, the same careful matching, with no commute. Virtual sessions work just as well as in-person for most people, and you can always switch to in-person later if you prefer.
What counseling services are available to Huffman residents?
We offer individual therapy, couples and marriage counseling, family therapy, teen therapy, children's therapy, and play therapy. We also work with adults and teens on anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, anger, ADHD, addiction, and neurodivergent challenges. All services are available in person at our Humble office or via telehealth from Huffman.
See all servicesHow do I book a first appointment?
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. From there, your first session is 90 minutes so there is enough time to actually get into what is going on without feeling rushed. You can book online or call (713) 396-0257. Most clients are seeing their therapist within days. Virtual scheduling works the same way.
Book a consultationWhat areas near Huffman do you also serve?
Our FM 1960 East office puts us within reach of Huffman, Humble, Crosby, Dayton, and the greater Lake Houston area. Virtual sessions extend that reach to anyone in Texas, so distance is not a barrier for Huffman residents who prefer telehealth over driving in.
Take the first step
Book a consultation in Huffman
If you have been thinking about finding a therapist near Huffman, this is a straightforward next step. A free 15-minute consultation, no pressure, no commitment. In person or virtual, whichever works for you.
Serving Huffman, Humble, Crosby, Dayton, and the greater Lake Houston area. In person at our FM 1960 East office in Humble. Virtual across Texas.