A Therapist in The Woodlands, TX, Using Practical, Evidence-Based Approaches

Looking for a therapist can feel like one more hard thing to do when you're already struggling. You may not know what kind of therapy you need, whether a therapist will "get" you, or how the logistics work. This page aims to answer those questions plainly so you can decide whether working together might be a good fit.

Contemporary Behavioral Therapy is a solo practice run by John Campbell, MA, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and a Licensed Professional Counselor–Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) in Tennessee. Sessions are available in person in The Woodlands / Spring area and by secure telehealth anywhere in Texas and Tennessee. The practice is currently accepting new clients.

Who I Work With

Therapy here is built around skills, practice, and changing the patterns that keep people stuck. People often reach out when they are dealing with:

  • Anxiety and worry that takes up more time and energy than it should
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), including intrusive thoughts and rituals
  • Intense emotions that are hard to manage and affect relationships
  • Emotional overcontrol, such as rigidity, perfectionism, or feeling cut off from others
  • Feeling stuck, avoiding things that matter, or struggling to act on your values

John works with adults, teens, and children ages 7–12. With children, he works closely with parents, mostly around disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) and parent training. He also works with people dealing with OCD, ADHD, grief, self-harm, and psychosis. He does not provide couples therapy and will help you find a couples counselor while you continue individual work.

Approaches I Use

Each of these is a well-researched, structured form of therapy. They overlap, and treatment is fitted to the person rather than the other way around.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors affect each other. You learn to notice unhelpful patterns, test them, and practice new ways of responding. CBT is one of the most widely studied forms of psychotherapy.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD

ERP is a form of CBT and a first-line psychological treatment for OCD. It involves gradually facing feared thoughts or situations while choosing not to perform the compulsions that keep OCD going. You set the pace together with your therapist.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT teaches practical skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is especially helpful for people who feel emotions intensely. The practice runs weekly DBT skills classes in addition to individual therapy.

Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT)

RO-DBT is designed for the opposite problem: too much self-control. It can help people who are perfectionistic, emotionally guarded, or lonely despite "holding it together." Weekly RO-DBT skills classes are also offered.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT helps you make room for difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, and to move toward what matters to you. John holds an ACT training credential from the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS), earned in 2013.

In-Person Therapy in The Woodlands and Spring, or Telehealth

You can choose the format that fits your life:

  • In person at the office in The Woodlands / Spring area. The office is at 26202 Oak Ridge Dr, Suite B-206, Spring, TX 77380. In-person appointments are available weekdays, with evening appointments by request.
  • Telehealth by secure video for people located anywhere in Texas or Tennessee during the session.

Telehealth works well for many people, including those with busy schedules, long commutes, or concerns that show up mostly at home. Some people use a mix of both.

How to Get Started

  1. Reach out. Call (713) 955-5925 or use the contact form.
  2. Have a brief conversation. John offers a free 30-minute consultation. Call (713) 955-5925. If he doesn't answer, leave a message, and he tries to call back by the end of the day. This is a chance to ask questions and see whether the fit feels right.
  3. Schedule a first session. The first sessions focus on understanding what brings you in and agreeing on goals.

For fees and payment options, see the Services and Rates page. Self-pay is $275 for the intake and $225 per 53–60 minute session. A limited number of sliding-scale spots are available. John is in-network with Aetna, Ascension (SmartHealth), Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna and Evernorth, Optum, Quest Behavioral Health, UnitedHealthcare (UHC/UBH), and UMR.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a therapist in The Woodlands, TX? Start by checking that the therapist is licensed in Texas, then look for training in the type of therapy that fits your concern, such as CBT for anxiety, ERP for OCD, or DBT for intense emotions. A short consultation call can help you judge fit before booking a first session.

What kinds of therapy does Contemporary Behavioral Therapy offer? Contemporary Behavioral Therapy offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It also runs weekly DBT and RO-DBT skills classes.

Can I do therapy online instead of coming to the office? Yes. John Campbell offers secure telehealth sessions to people located in Texas or Tennessee at the time of the session, as well as in-person sessions in The Woodlands / Spring area.

Is John Campbell accepting new clients? Yes, Contemporary Behavioral Therapy is currently accepting new clients. You can call (713) 955-5925 to ask about availability.

Reach Out When You're Ready

There's no pressure to have everything figured out before you call. If you're wondering whether therapy could help, you're welcome to get in touch or call (713) 955-5925 to talk it through.

This page is for general information and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911.