Amarillo is served by Texas Panhandle Centers, the LMHA covering 21 Panhandle counties. The Panhandle region is geographically vast and provider-sparse — telehealth is essential for many residents.
Panhandle · City guide
Therapists & mental health in Amarillo, Texas
Potter County · pop. ~200,393
Amarillo is a major Texas city of roughly 200,393 residents in Potter County. CDC PLACES data shows about 14.6% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 19% are uninsured. Potter County ranks #105 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade B). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Amarillo clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade B(65/100)
Potter County ranks #105 of 254 Texas counties
14.6%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
19%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Amarillo
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Amarillo by secure video.
Danielle Rosales, LPC
Therapist
Intimate Partner and Domestic Violence · Trauma · Life Transitions · Cultural Dynamics
Ernesto Zepeda, Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology
Doctoral Intern
Anxiety · Codependency · Conflict with Friends · Depression
Jennifer Laurich, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Anxiety · Boundaries / Assertiveness · Conflict with Friends · Depression
✓ NPI verified
Amy Surls, LPC, LCDC, NCC, CRC
Licensed Professional Counselor
GAD · MDD · Adjustment Disorder · LGBTQ+ Issues
✓ NPI verified
Abigail Alford, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) · Trauma and PTSD · Anxiety · Depression
✓ NPI verified
Cathryn Beresford, LPC
Therapist
Child Centered Play Therapy · Social Anxiety · Life Transitions - Including Children with Divorcing Parents
✓ NPI verified
Lindsey Stevens, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Anxiety · Social Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Ashley Konermann, LPC
Therapist
Grief · Chronic Illness · Depression · Emotional Dysregulation
✓ NPI verified
Frequently asked — therapy in Amarillo, Texas
How do I find a therapist in Amarillo, Texas?
Our directory lists 8 Texas-licensed therapists who can see people in Amarillo — most by secure video, so you're not limited to clinicians physically in town. Filter by specialty, language, or insurance, then book directly with the therapist.
Which insurance plans do Amarillo therapists take?
Most major carriers are represented for Amarillo: BCBS of Texas, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Superior HealthPlan, and Medicare. Plan acceptance varies by clinician — the insurance filter shows who's in-network for your specific plan.
Is telehealth therapy legal for Amarillo residents?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Amarillo. Telehealth is HIPAA-compliant secure video and is covered by most insurance plans the same as in-person sessions.
What if I'm in a mental health crisis in Amarillo?
If you're in immediate danger, call or text 988 — the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7 in English and Spanish).
What are self-pay therapy rates in Amarillo?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Amarillo typically range from $90 to $200 per 50-minute session. Many therapists offer sliding-scale fees based on income — ask during your first call. Some also accept HSA/FSA cards.
Can I use Texas Medicaid (STAR) to see a therapist in Amarillo?
Yes. Superior HealthPlan, Molina, Aetna Better Health, and other Texas Medicaid managed-care plans cover outpatient mental health therapy statewide. Filter the directory by "Medicaid" or your specific plan to see clinicians who currently accept it.
Is what I share with a Amarillo therapist private?
Therapy sessions are protected by HIPAA and Texas state law. Records are only released with your written consent, with narrow legal exceptions (immediate danger to self or others, suspected abuse of a child or vulnerable adult, or a court order).
What types of therapists serve Amarillo — LPC, LCSW, LMFT, psychologist, psychiatrist?
Our directory includes Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), psychologists (PhD/PsyD), and psychiatric providers (MD, DO, PMHNP) — all verified through the NPPES NPI registry. Use the credential filter to narrow your search.
Can I switch therapists if the first one isn't a good fit?
Absolutely — and you should. Research consistently shows the therapist-client fit is the single biggest predictor of progress. Most clinicians expect a "first-fit" consultation. If something feels off after 1-2 sessions, browse other Amarillo therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 800-692-4039 — local crisis line for Amarillo
- Any Amarillo-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Amarillo
Hand-picked local services for Amarillo residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
Amarillo city government
City of Amarillo
623 S Johnson St, Amarillo, TX 79105
806-378-3000
Visit site ↗University counseling center
Amarillo College Counseling Center
Ware Student Commons, Room 118, Washington Street Campus
(806) 371-5325
Visit site ↗NAMI affiliate
NAMI Texas Panhandle
(806) 567-1372
Helpful reading for Amarillo
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
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