Optum Therapists in Texas
20 therapists in Texas list Optum on their Psychology.com profile, including offices in Houston, San Antonio and The Woodlands. That tag is the therapist's own, so confirm the network with both the therapist and your plan before you book.
Of the 20, 15 are based in Texas, and 10 of those see clients in person; 5 are authorized to work with clients in Texas and based in another state; all 20 offer online sessions.
Before a first session, confirm two things. Ask the therapist whether they are in network with your specific Optum plan and whether they bill Optum directly. Then call the member number on your card, give them the therapist's name, and ask what you would owe per visit. Both answers move: networks are renegotiated and can end part way through a year, a therapist in network with one Optum plan is often out of network with another, and your deductible, copay and visit limit sit on your plan rather than on anything a therapist can see. Ten minutes on the phone now is cheaper than the first bill telling you.
20 therapists in Texas who list Optum
The Insurance row on each card lists the payers that therapist entered on their own profile. Optum there means they named Optum, not that your Optum plan is in network with them. ✓ License verified means we confirmed an active license with the therapist's state board on the date shown on their profile. ✓ NPI match means identity and the profession on record were matched to the federal NPI Registry, which is not a check of license standing. How we verify →
Dr. Carleton Brown
MEd, PhD
Austin, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 16, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 15, 2026.
“Trauma-informed therapy and EMDR for individuals navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and difficult life experiences.”
Trauma can affect how we see ourselves, relate to others, and experience the world around us. Whether you're struggling with painful memories, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, or patterns that seem difficult to change, therapy can provide an opportunity to…
AnxietyDepressionTrauma and PTSDStressGrief and LossRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemAnger ManagementPanic AttacksSubstance UseSpiritualityLife TransitionsCoping SkillsSuicidal IdeationVeterans and MilitaryRacial IdentityMen's Issues- In practice
- 17 years
- Style
- collaborative, supportive, practical
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $150 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +7 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Caycee Terrell-Vining
LPC, MEd
Covington, Louisiana
License verified with the Louisiana board, checked November 4, 2026
Checked with: Louisiana Professional Counselors Board of Examiners.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked November 4, 2026.
“Reclaim your life with the strength you already carry.”
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession? I was attracted to this work by my high school counselor. My school counselor was a great listener as well as source of support and strength for me. I wanted to do that for others.…
AnxietyStressLife TransitionsDepressionGrief and LossRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemCoping Skills- In practice
- 14 years
- Style
- warm, supportive, collaborative
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Louisiana
- Fee
- $150 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +6 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Stacy Tate
LPC, MSc
Dallas, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 27, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 26, 2026.
It’s important to know that when you work with me, you don’t have to show up perfectly or have everything figured out. I create a space that is judgment-free, supportive, and real, where you can be honest about what’s going on without feeling rushed, labeled, or talked…
AnxietyDepressionRelationship IssuesStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and LossDivorceFamily ConflictSelf EsteemAnger ManagementMood DisordersSubstance UseADHDBorderline Personality (BPD)LGBTQ+ IssuesLife TransitionsCoping SkillsCommunicationWomen's IssuesMen's IssuesAging and Geriatric- In practice
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $160 to $200 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +10 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Tabitha Rupard
MA, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Dallas, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 22, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 21, 2026.
“Reclaim Your Strength, Your Joy, and Your Life”
I am dedicated to creating a soft landing for those navigating life's challenges, with a special heart for supporting women as they work through many of the heavy things they've been carrying including: anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, and substance…
AnxietyMood DisordersWomen's IssuesDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDSelf EsteemBipolar DisorderObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Panic AttacksAddictionEating DisordersADHDBorderline Personality (BPD)Sexual AbuseDomestic ViolenceCoping SkillsCodependency- In practice
- 11 years
- Style
- warm, collaborative, humorous
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $175 to $225 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +8 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
- ▶ Video intro
Helotes, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked September 29, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked September 28, 2026.
“Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.”
I support moms navigating pregnancy, postpartum, & the challenges within parenting. You appear high-functioning, but feel overwhelmed internally. The reality is you are carrying anxiety, intrusive thoughts, guilt, and the pressure to “get it right” and not "damage"…
ParentingPostpartumPregnancy and PrenatalAnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and LossRelationship IssuesMarital and PremaritalDivorceFamily ConflictSelf EsteemAnger ManagementPanic AttacksADHDSleep or InsomniaInfertilitySpiritualityLife TransitionsCareer CounselingCoping SkillsCommunicationCodependencySuicidal IdeationBehavioral IssuesWomen's IssuesMen's Issues- In practice
- 13 years
- Style
- collaborative, challenging, supportive
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $175 to $190 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +5 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Houston, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 15, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 15, 2026.
“Queer AF, anti-oppressive therapy in Texas”
My ultimate goal is to support you in finding stability, joy, and self-acceptance. We can explore identity and relationship issues, practice effective coping skills, or examine the oppressive systems at the root of inequality, it's up to you and what you're needing!
Trauma and PTSDGender IdentityLGBTQ+ IssuesAnxietyDepressionRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemMood DisordersSexual AbuseDomestic ViolenceSexualityLife TransitionsSuicidal IdeationSelf-HarmingChild or Adolescent- In practice
- 12 years
- Style
- warm, collaborative, supportive
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $125 to $200 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare +1 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Houston, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 13, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 12, 2026.
My experience is clinically focused in treating addiction, couples, issues related to chemsex, ADHD, and anxiety disorders. Fortunately, our clinicians have well rounded professional experience that allow for them to adapt to the client and their unique needs. We look…
AnxietyRelationship IssuesMood DisordersPanic AttacksAddictionSubstance UseAlcohol UseDrug AbuseADHDSexualityLGBTQ+ IssuesInternet AddictionGamblingDevelopmental DisordersMen's Issues- In practice
- 6 years
- Style
- humorous, flexible, direct
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +7 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Rachael Hayles
MS, LPC
Houston, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 6, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 22, 2026.
“You’ve been holding it together for everyone else. Therapy can be the space where you finally make room for yourself.”
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or emotionally drained? Please allow me to go along this journey with you. You may be used to being the strong one, the person others depend on, while quietly carrying stress, grief, relationship concerns, workplace…
AnxietyDepressionTrauma and PTSDStressGrief and LossAnger ManagementADHDLGBTQ+ IssuesCoping SkillsRacial IdentityWomen's Issues- In practice
- 5 years
- Style
- warm, supportive, challenging
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $110 to $120 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +6 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Ginny Brundeen
LCSW, LICSW
Lake Stevens, Washington
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 31, 2026
The NPI match confirms identity and the profession on record with the registry. It is not a check of license standing.
“I seek to help clients who feel stuck to find a path forward by empowering them to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
I aim to be compassionate but direct when needed. I seek to provide validation to help you set down guilt and shame, and motivation to help you get unstuck.
AnxietyTrauma and PTSDRelationship IssuesDepressionStressGrief and LossDivorceFamily ConflictSelf EsteemADHDAutismBorderline Personality (BPD)Life TransitionsCareer CounselingCommunicationCodependencyChild or AdolescentWomen's Issues- In practice
- 3 years
- Style
- supportive, collaborative, candid
- Languages
- English
- Fee
- $165 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare +3 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Karin Clements
LCSW, MSW
Longview, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 20, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 19, 2026.
“Don’t struggle by yourself anymore. I offer telehealth throughout Texas and in-person sessions in Longview. Most insurance including Medicare is accepted.”
Seeking therapy is not easy, but you are taking an important first step in seeking help. Sometimes just having someone to sit with you in the pain can be healing, but also, I employ coping mechanisms and evidence-based methods to help you feel better and find new ways…
AnxietyDepressionTrauma and PTSDStressGrief and LossRelationship IssuesFamily ConflictSelf EsteemBipolar DisorderObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)PhobiasADHDChronic IllnessSleep or InsomniaCoping SkillsSuicidal IdeationVeterans and MilitaryWomen's IssuesMen's IssuesAging and Geriatric- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $115 to $125 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +6 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Shaudi Adel
LCSW, MSW
New York, New York
License verified with the New York board, checked October 13, 2026
Checked with: New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 13, 2026.
“Check out my profile for a free consultation!”
I would describe my approach to therapy to be collaborative, authentic, and I aim to instill hope for a more positive future for my clients in a safe and non-judgmental space. I not only take time to understand why you are deciding to begin therapy, but I make an…
AnxietyDepressionTrauma and PTSDStressGrief and LossRelationship IssuesMarital and PremaritalDivorceParentingSelf EsteemAnger ManagementMood DisordersBipolar DisorderObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Panic AttacksPhobiasADHDAutismPersonality DisordersBorderline Personality (BPD)Chronic PainChronic IllnessSleep or InsomniaPostpartumPregnancy and PrenatalInfertilitySexualityGender IdentityLGBTQ+ IssuesSpiritualityLife TransitionsCareer CounselingCoping SkillsCommunicationCodependencyBehavioral IssuesDevelopmental DisordersLearning DisabilitiesVeterans and MilitaryRacial IdentityWomen's IssuesMen's IssuesAging and Geriatric- In practice
- 10 years
- Style
- warm, practical, collaborative
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- New York
- Fee
- $80 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +5 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Deborah Parker
PhD, LMHC, LPC
North Chesterfield, Virginia
License verified with the Virginia board, checked October 16, 2026
Checked with: Virginia Department of Health Professions.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 15, 2026.
“A space to feel heard, work through what hurts, and build a life that feels more like your own.”
Are anxiety, depression, past trauma, or difficult relationships making daily life feel overwhelming? I help adolescents and adults understand their emotions, build coping skills, and set healthier boundaries. Together, we can explore what is keeping you stuck and work…
AnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDRelationship IssuesDivorceFamily ConflictCoping SkillsSuicidal IdeationSelf-Harming- In practice
- 24 years
- Style
- direct, supportive, challenging
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Fee
- $150 to $200 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +7 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Genevieve Compean
MA, LPC
San Antonio, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 27, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 26, 2026.
When working with me, you can expect a warm, supportive, and personalized approach to therapy. I tailor my methods to best meet each client's unique needs and goals.
AnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and LossRelationship IssuesMarital and PremaritalFamily ConflictParentingSelf EsteemMood DisordersPanic AttacksBorderline Personality (BPD)Sexual AbuseDomestic ViolenceChronic PainChronic IllnessPostpartumPregnancy and PrenatalLGBTQ+ IssuesLife TransitionsCoping SkillsCommunicationSuicidal IdeationSelf-HarmingBehavioral IssuesAging and Geriatric- In practice
- 9 years
- Style
- warm, direct, collaborative
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $150 to $200 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +6 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
James Saxton
LCSW, LCDC
San Antonio, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 15, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 15, 2026.
“You’ve learned how to survive. Now let’s explore what it means to feel connected, find balance, and live with greater intention.”
Maybe you’re used to being the person everyone else depends on. Maybe you’ve learned to push through, keep the peace, or manage difficult experiences alone. But anxiety, unresolved trauma, relationship struggles, and old patterns can take a toll, even when things look…
Trauma and PTSDAddictionMen's Issues- In practice
- 7 years
- Style
- warm, direct, exploratory
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $200 to $240 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +6 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
San Antonio, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked November 4, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 31, 2026.
“I work with parents feeling disconnected and overwhelmed by their newborn, grieving a loss, and children managing big feelings.”
If you're a mom feeling disconnected and overwhelmed, something feels off, or you don't feel like yourself, I am here to walk you through it. You might be awake right now with your 2AM feeding wondering when you will sleep again, feeling overwhelmed and wondering if…
PostpartumPregnancy and PrenatalChild or AdolescentAnxietyStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and LossSelf EsteemLife TransitionsCoping Skills- In practice
- 6 years
- Style
- warm, humorous, flexible
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $135 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +8 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
- ▶ Video intro
Spring, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 13, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 12, 2026.
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession? I earned my Master's in Clinical Psychology from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in 2013 and taught as an adjunct psychology professor. I completed my practicum and licensure…
Mood DisordersPersonality DisordersBorderline Personality (BPD)AnxietyDepressionStressGrief and LossRelationship IssuesDivorceParentingSelf EsteemBipolar DisorderObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Panic AttacksPhobiasAddictionSubstance UseAlcohol UseDrug AbuseADHDSexualityCodependencySuicidal IdeationChild or AdolescentMen's Issues- In practice
- 12 years
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $225 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +5 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Dr. Bayo Owens
PMHNP
Sugar Land, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked September 28, 2026
Checked with: Texas Board of Nursing.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked September 28, 2026.
“I believe that mental wellness is the foundation of a fulfilling life. I'm committed to providing emotional, psychological, and behavioral well-being.”
Improve your mental well-being through evidence-based practice with integrity by holistically providing excellent care through education, counseling, therapy, and medication management to ensure optimal results for all my patients, their families, and the community…
AnxietyDepressionADHD- In practice
- 5 years
- Style
- warm, supportive, direct
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +10 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Toby Brans
LPC, MA
The Woodlands, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked November 4, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 30, 2026.
You might spend a lot of time thinking through what happened, what someone meant, or what you should have done differently. Maybe everyday tasks take more effort than people realize. You know some of your patterns, but knowing about them hasn’t made them easier to…
AnxietyTrauma and PTSDBorderline Personality (BPD)Self EsteemADHD- In practice
- 4 years
- Style
- collaborative, flexible, humorous
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $150 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +2 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Hayley Wood
LPC, MS
Tulsa, Oklahoma
License verified with the Texas board, checked October 17, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 15, 2026.
“Therapy for women who are tired of holding everything together.”
You can hold a lot—but that doesn’t mean you have to hold it all. I work with women who look capable on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stretched too thin underneath. You may be the one everyone relies on, while privately struggling with…
AnxietyStressSelf EsteemDepressionRelationship IssuesParentingPanic AttacksPostpartumPregnancy and PrenatalLife TransitionsCoping SkillsCodependencyWomen's Issues- In practice
- 4 years
- Style
- warm, practical, collaborative
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas, Oklahoma
- Fee
- $200 to $250 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +3 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Anna Lohanna Dos Santos
MA, LPC
The Woodlands, Texas
License verified with the Texas board, checked November 4, 2026
Checked with: Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.
Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 30, 2026.
“Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.”
As a counselor, I believe everyone has the capacity to heal, grow, and move toward a more fulfilling life. I specialize in working with children, preteens, adults, and neurodivergent individuals, including those on the autism spectrum. I provide a supportive space to…
ParentingAutismChild or AdolescentAnxietyDepressionStressRelationship IssuesMarital and PremaritalFamily ConflictSelf EsteemObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)ADHDBorderline Personality (BPD)SpiritualityLife TransitionsCoping SkillsCommunicationBehavioral Issues- In practice
- 3 years
- Style
- warm, collaborative, exploratory
- Languages
- English
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Fee
- $150 per session
- Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +6 more
- Availability
- Ask about availability
- Sessions
- Telehealth and in person
Plans vary. Confirm your plan with the therapist.
Other insurers listed by therapists in Texas
Therapists who list Optum in other states
- Florida (23)
- California (13)
- South Carolina (12)
- New York (11)
- Washington (8)
- Colorado (7)
- Illinois (7)
- Michigan (7)
- New Jersey (7)
- Pennsylvania (7)
- Wisconsin (7)
- Arizona (6)
- Idaho (5)
- Virginia (5)
- Alabama (4)
- Connecticut (4)
- Maryland (4)
- Massachusetts (4)
- Minnesota (4)
- Ohio (4)
- Oregon (4)
- Arkansas (3)
- Indiana (3)
- Louisiana (3)
- Montana (3)
- New Mexico (3)
- Rhode Island (3)
How members are checked
The checks are the product. Each one is dated on the member’s profile with a link to the source, so you never take our word for it. Older listings that predate membership carry no badge until they are checked.
NPI Registry match
Before a member profile goes live, the name and the profession on record are matched to the federal NPI Registry. No match, no membership.
State board lookup
Where the state board offers a public license lookup, the license number and standing are checked there. Profiles that pass carry the "License verified" badge.
Dated, with the link
Both checks show the date they were made and link to the registry or board page, so you can repeat them in a minute. How we verify →
- License verified with the Texas board, checked October 27, 2026
- Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked October 26, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Does "lists Optum" mean my sessions will be paid for?
No. It means the therapist named Optum on their own Psychology.com profile, which is a claim about who they bill, not a check we have run and not a statement about your own coverage. Whether a particular session is paid for depends on the therapist's current network status and on your Optum plan, including your deductible, your copay and any limit on outpatient mental health visits. Treat this page as a shortlist to call, not an answer about your benefits.
How do I check whether a therapist is in network with my Optum plan?
Ask both sides the same question and compare the answers. Ask the therapist, by message or on a first call, whether they are in network with your specific Optum plan and whether they bill Optum directly. Then call the member number on your card, give them the therapist's full name and NPI number, and ask what you would owe per session. The two answers disagree often enough that asking only one is how people end up with a bill they did not expect. A therapist can be in network with one Optum plan and out of network with the next, and a network can end part way through a year.
What if none of the therapists on this page has an opening?
You have three workable routes. Ask to be put on a waitlist and give your real availability, because evening and early morning slots move fastest. Widen the search to every therapist licensed in Texas who works online, which is a much larger pool than any one payer's list. Or work the other direction and ask Optum for its own list of in-network therapists in Texas, then call the names on it, because that list and ours are built from different sources and neither one is complete.
What do out-of-network reimbursement and a superbill mean?
A superbill is an itemized receipt from your therapist showing the dates, the service codes and what you paid. You send it to your insurer yourself, and if your plan has out-of-network benefits the insurer pays you back a share of the fee once your out-of-network deductible is met. It is worth asking about when the therapist you want is not in network, because plenty of therapists will issue a superbill even when they do not bill insurers themselves. Ask your plan two things first, whether it has out-of-network benefits at all and what it considers a reasonable fee for a 50-minute session, because the reimbursement is a percentage of that figure rather than of what you actually paid.
What does a session cost among these therapists?
18 of the 20 therapists on this page list a fee. Their listed fees run $80 to $250 per session, with a median starting fee of $150. That is the range these therapists published on their own profiles, not a market rate for Texas and not what you would owe after your Optum plan is applied. 10 also offer a sliding scale, which is marked on the card.
Can a therapist in another state see me if they list Optum?
Only if they hold a license in the state you are sitting in during the session, or a telehealth registration there. That is a rule about where you are, not where the therapist is, and it holds whatever your insurance says. Everyone on this page is licensed in Texas, which is why they appear here. The insurance question sits on top of that: confirm the license state first, then the network status.
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