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Therapists & mental health in Arlington, Texas

Tarrant County · pop. ~394,266

Arlington is a major Texas city of roughly 394,266 residents in Tarrant County. CDC PLACES data shows about 13.5% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 19.4% are uninsured. Tarrant County ranks #33 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade B). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Arlington clients by secure telehealth.

Mental health access ranking

Grade B(76/100)

Tarrant County ranks #33 of 254 Texas counties

13.5%

Adults reporting frequent mental distress

CDC PLACES (city-level)

19.4%

Adults without health insurance

CDC PLACES (city-level)

Telehealth therapists serving Arlington

All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Arlington by secure video.

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Arlington sits between Dallas and Fort Worth and is served by MHMR of Tarrant County. Adult crisis services run through the Tarrant County Behavioral Health Crisis Line. Telehealth is heavily used by Arlington residents commuting across the Metroplex.

Frequently asked — therapy in Arlington, Texas

What's the easiest way to start therapy in Arlington?

Start by filtering the directory for Arlington. 8 Texas-licensed clinicians serve the area, most by HIPAA-compliant video, so distance isn't a constraint. You contact and book each therapist directly through their own practice.

Do therapists in Arlington accept insurance like BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, or Medicare?

Yes. Many Arlington-serving clinicians take major Texas plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Superior HealthPlan (Medicaid), and Medicare. Use the insurance filter on the directory or check each therapist's profile for the current list.

Can I see a therapist by video from Arlington?

Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Arlington. 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 Arlington?

If you're in immediate danger, call or text 988 — the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7 in English and Spanish).

How much does therapy cost in Arlington without insurance?

Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Arlington 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 Arlington?

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.

Are sessions with a Arlington therapist confidential?

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 Arlington — 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 Arlington therapists and try again.

If you need help right now

  • 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
  • Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
  • 817-335-3022 — local crisis line for Arlington
  • Any Arlington-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.

Local resources in Arlington

Hand-picked local services for Arlington residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.

Local Mental Health Authority

My Health My Resources of Tarrant County (MHMR Tarrant)

817-569-4300

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NAMI affiliate

NAMI Tarrant County

817-332-6600

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Arlington city government

City of Arlington, TX

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University counseling center

Counseling & Psychological Services - Arlington - UTA

(817) 272-3671

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NAMI affiliate

NAMI Tarrant County

(817) 332-6677

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Helpful reading for Arlington

Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.

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