Last edited 05/09/2026
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanLatinxBIPOC
Get To Know Me
What would be important for someone to know about working with you?
Working with me is not a quick process, and I do not present it as one. If you are looking for structured exercises or a clear set of techniques to practice between sessions, I am probably not the right fit. What I offer is something slower and, I think, more lasting: a sustained, honest engagement with what is actually happening in your life and why.
I work psychoanalytically, which means I pay attention to what repeats, what gets avoided, and what shows up in unexpected places. I take seriously the idea that much of what drives us is not immediately visible, and that understanding it takes time and a particular kind of attention.
I see patients in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. I work via telehealth, which means I can see patients across Texas and in several other states.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Relationship IssuesLoss/GriefCultural adjustmentFamily issuesTrauma
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietySelf-EsteemAttachment issuesLife transitions
Treatment Approaches
Psychoanalysis
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
EnglishSpanishPortuguese
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaCurative Health InsuranceTRICAREUnitedHealthcare
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $230 |
| Individual Therapy: | $230 |
Professional Background
LicensureTexas, Licensed Psychologist, 37992
Education
Pontifícia Universidade Católica - MG, Doctorate of Philosophy, Psychoanalysis, 2013
Work HistoryI have spent more than twenty years doing clinical work across four countries and very different settings. Early in my career I worked in community mental health in Brazil, where I learned to sit with people in acute psychological crisis and to work with the kinds of suffering that do not fit neatly into diagnostic categories. That experience shaped how I think about distress and what it actually takes to help someone.
Over time I worked in hospital and academic settings in the United States, Ecuador, and Portugal, which gave me a broad view of how people suffer across cultures and contexts, and deepened my understanding of grief, trauma, and the psychological impact of major life disruption. I have always been drawn to the patients who feel poorly understood, or who have tried treatment before without finding clarity or lasting change.
I founded Real Talk Clinical Psychology in Houston, where I serve as Clinical and Training Director. In that role I oversee the clinical work of the practice and direct a postdoctoral fellowship in clinical psychology. My ongoing training is in psychoanalysis, and I present and publish on that work nationally and internationally.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Dr. Adriane Barroso, Licensed Psychologist, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Adriane Barroso accepting new clients?
Yes, Adriane Barroso is accepting new clients for online therapy in Texas and in-person appointments at 7670 Woodway Dr., Suite 270, Houston, TX, 77063.
Does Adriane Barroso accept insurance?
Yes, Adriane Barroso accepts insurance, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Curative Health Insurance, TRICARE and UnitedHealthcare.
What types of therapy does Adriane Barroso offer?
Adriane Barroso offers therapy for individuals.
Does Adriane Barroso offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Adriane Barroso offers in-person appointments at 7670 Woodway Dr., Suite 270, Houston, TX, 77063.
Does Adriane Barroso offer online therapy?
Yes, Adriane Barroso offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Texas.
How quickly can I see Adriane Barroso?
Adriane Barroso typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Adriane Barroso speak?
Adriane Barroso conducts therapy sessions in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Can I book an appointment with Adriane Barroso online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Adriane Barroso online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.