Denton is served by Denton County MHMR Center, the LMHA for Denton County. The Center operates a 24/7 crisis line. Telehealth is heavily used by university students (UNT, TWU) and growing families in Argyle and Flower Mound.
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Therapists & mental health in Denton, Texas
Denton County · pop. ~148,146
Denton is a mid-sized Texas city of roughly 148,146 residents in Denton County. CDC PLACES data shows about 12.8% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 16.3% are uninsured. Denton County ranks #4 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade A). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Denton clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade A(84/100)
Denton County ranks #4 of 254 Texas counties
12.8%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
16.3%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Denton
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Denton by secure video.
Erin Lukacs, LCSW
Therapist
Trauma · PTSD · Codependency · Complex Trauma
✓ NPI verified
Julie Wilding, LCSW
Clinician
ADHD · Self-esteem · Codependency · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Kristina Heitzman, LMFT
Therapist
Anger Management · Anxiety · Relationship Issues
✓ NPI verified
Nicole Gregston, LPC
Clinician
PTSD and Complex Trauma · Addiction · Anger Issues · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Danielle Rosales, LPC
Therapist
Intimate Partner and Domestic Violence · Trauma · Life Transitions · Cultural Dynamics
Brent Jakubec, MD
Child and Adult Psychiatrist
ADHD · Anxiety · Mood Disorders
✓ NPI verified
Lori Gonzalez, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Depression · Suicidal Ideation · Substance Use · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Mark Carreon, LPC
Counselor
BPD · Anxiety/Depression · Bipolar Disorder · Relational and Attachment Issues
✓ NPI verified
Frequently asked — therapy in Denton, Texas
How do I find a therapist in Denton, Texas?
Our directory lists 8 Texas-licensed therapists who can see people in Denton — 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.
Do therapists in Denton accept insurance like BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, or Medicare?
Yes. Many Denton-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 Denton?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Denton. 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 Denton?
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 Denton without insurance?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Denton 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 Denton?
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 Denton 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 Denton — 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 Denton therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 800-762-0157 — local crisis line for Denton
- Any Denton-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Denton
Hand-picked local services for Denton residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
Helpful reading for Denton
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
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