Frequently Asked Questions:

  • At Texoma Counseling and Development, we offer a range of services designed to support your mental and emotional well-being. These include individual counseling, couples counseling, clinical consulting, and organizational consulting. We provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and integrative therapy to help you set goals and develop practical skills for positive change. Our services are delivered via telehealth, ensuring convenient, high-quality care from the comfort of your own home. Available to clients residing in Texas.

  • A Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCa) is a professional who has fulfilled the educational and training requirements to provide counseling services. In Texas, LPCa's are required to complete 3,000 hours of supervised experience under the mentorship of a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS). This experienced supervisor offers both guidance and expertise, ensuring the associate counselor develops the skills and knowledge necessary for independent practice.

  • Our service fees are structured as follows: Individual counseling sessions are $90 for a 50-minute session, and couples counseling sessions are $140 for an 80-minute session. For clinical and organizational consulting, pricing is available upon request. We believe in providing transparent and fair pricing to ensure you receive the support you need.

  • We do not accept insurance, but we can provide you with a detailed statement, or Superbill, that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. If you would like to learn more about why we don't accept insurance, please scroll to bottom of page.

  • Our services are delivered via telehealth, offering convenient, high-quality care for clients. Clinical services are exclusively available to Texas residents, allowing you to access the support you need from the comfort of your chosen location, no matter where you are in the state.

    For our organizational business clients, we also offer concierge services, including on-site consultations in a prepared private office space.

  • Beliefs are foundational to how we perceive the world and interact with it. At Texoma Counseling and Development, we believe that faith and values play a critical role in mental and emotional well-being. Our approach integrates faith-based principles to foster resilience, purpose, and hope. We are committed to treating everyone with respect and love, guided by the belief that each person is created by God with purpose and value. This holistic approach helps us support our clients in achieving their full potential.

  • We welcome clients from all backgrounds, including those who do not share in Biblical faith. If a client’s goals ever conflict with our values but fall within our professional competence, we will work to resolve the conflict and continue providing effective counseling. If we can’t find a workable solution, you may be referred to another practitioner who can better meet your needs. Our priority is to offer compassionate, competent care to everyone, ensuring all clients receive the support and care they need.

For those of you who’d like to understand a bit more about why we are private pay only… keep scrolling.

Still Curious?

Why I don’t accept insurance as a therapist.

Many people wonder why some therapists, despite advocating for mental health accessibility, don’t accept insurance. This is a complex decision with multiple reasons. Here’s an overview of why I have chosen not to accept insurance in my practice:

Confidentiality & Privacy Issues: Using insurance means that your treatment details could be audited by non-therapists at the insurance company, providing an opportunity to compromise your privacy and allow others to dictate your treatment.

Requirement for Diagnosis: Insurance companies require a formal diagnosis to cover therapy, which may not be applicable or necessary for all clients. This can create a precarious situation for both therapists and clients.

Impact on Insurance Premiums and Other Negative Consequences: A hasty diagnosis on your medical record can affect future insurance premiums and job prospects, deterring people from seeking help.

Risk of Fraud: Therapists may feel pressured to provide a diagnosis for insurance purposes, even if it's not accurate, which is unethical and considered fraud.

Retroactive Claim Denials: Insurance companies can demand repayment for services rendered years ago, which can financially strain therapists.

Low Rates and Delayed Payments: Insurance often pays low rates and delays payments, making it financially unviable for therapists, leading to burnout and decreased quality of care.

Alternative Options: Instead of accepting insurance, I offer sliding scale fees and do my best to work with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA) to make therapy more affordable.

Ultimately, these reasons guide my decision to not accept insurance, ensuring I can provide the best care for my clients without compromising their privacy or the quality of therapy. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out.