Corpus Christi is served by the Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County, the LMHA for the Coastal Bend. The Center operates a 24/7 crisis hotline and walk-in clinic. Telehealth providers serve Corpus Christi clients across the Coastal Bend region, including rural communities with limited in-person options.
South Texas · City guide
Therapists & mental health in Corpus Christi, Texas
Nueces County · pop. ~317,863
Corpus Christi is a major Texas city of roughly 317,863 residents in Nueces County. CDC PLACES data shows about 15.6% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 23.8% are uninsured. Nueces County ranks #85 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade B). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Corpus Christi clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade B(69/100)
Nueces County ranks #85 of 254 Texas counties
15.6%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
23.8%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Corpus Christi
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Corpus Christi by secure video.
Aaron Dembe, FL, PhD
Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · Men's Issues · Nonviolent Communication
✓ NPI verified
Glenn Olds, FL, PhD
Clinician
ADD / ADHD · Addiction · Aging · Alcohol Use
✓ NPI verified
Laurence Saputra, LPC
Clinician
Trauma and PTSD/CPTSD · Spirituality · Grief and Loss
✓ NPI verified
Cristina Sifuentes, LPC
Therapist
Trauma and PTSD · Childhood Trauma · Domestic Violence · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Angela Van Dyke, LPC
Therapist
Women's Issues · Trauma and PTSD · Child Abuse/Neglect · Sexual Abuse
Mark Carreon, LPC
Counselor
BPD · Anxiety/Depression · Bipolar Disorder · Relational and Attachment Issues
✓ NPI verified
Kathryn Adams, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Negative Self Talk · Stress and Burnout · Life Transitions · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
May Wang, MS, PMHNP, RN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
ADHD · Substance Abuse
✓ NPI verified
Frequently asked — therapy in Corpus Christi, Texas
Where can I see a licensed therapist near Corpus Christi?
8 Texas-licensed clinicians on this directory currently serve Corpus Christi. Most offer secure video sessions, so you can pick by fit (specialty, language, insurance) rather than driving distance. Booking goes straight to the therapist — no platform fee.
Which insurance plans do Corpus Christi therapists take?
Most major carriers are represented for Corpus Christi: 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 Corpus Christi residents?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Corpus Christi. 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 Corpus Christi?
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 Corpus Christi?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi?
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 Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi — 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 Corpus Christi therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 888-767-4493 — local crisis line for Corpus Christi
- Any Corpus Christi-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Corpus Christi
Hand-picked local services for Corpus Christi residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
NAMI affiliate
NAMI Greater Corpus Christi
(361) 510-6939
Serves Nueces, Live Oak, Kleberg, Kenedy, Jim Wells, Duval, Brooks, Bee, Aransas counties.
Visit site ↗Helpful reading for Corpus Christi
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
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