Lubbock is served by StarCare Specialty Health System, the LMHA covering Lubbock and four surrounding counties. StarCare operates the Sunrise Canyon Hospital for acute psychiatric care. Telehealth fills meaningful gaps for clients in the South Plains region, including Texas Tech students and rural West Texans.
West Texas · City guide
Therapists & mental health in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock County · pop. ~263,930
Lubbock is a major Texas city of roughly 263,930 residents in Lubbock County. CDC PLACES data shows about 14.1% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 19.2% are uninsured. Lubbock County ranks #52 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade B). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Lubbock clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade B(74/100)
Lubbock County ranks #52 of 254 Texas counties
14.1%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
19.2%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Lubbock
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Lubbock by secure video.
Lisa Skalla, LCSW
Clinician
Stress-related Illness · Chronic Pain · Grief · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Aaron Dembe, FL, PhD
Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · Men's Issues · Nonviolent Communication
✓ NPI verified
Collin Smith, LPC
Therapist
Emotional Health · Mental Health · Personal Development
✓ NPI verified
Erin Perry, MA, LPC
Clinician
Children · Teens · Adults · Mental Health
✓ NPI verified
Tori Levinger, MS, LPC Associate
Clinician
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma · Self-Harm/Suicidality
Dominic Rios Gonzalez, Doctoral Intern
Therapist
ADHD · Autism · Domestic Abuse · Romantic/Platonic Conflict
✓ NPI verified
Melody Alford, LPC
Therapist
Addiction · Anxiety · Depression · Life Transitions
✓ NPI verified
Whitney Bridges, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Trauma · PTSD · Child · Teens
✓ NPI verified
Frequently asked — therapy in Lubbock, Texas
How do I find a therapist in Lubbock, Texas?
Our directory lists 8 Texas-licensed therapists who can see people in Lubbock — 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 Lubbock accept insurance like BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, or Medicare?
Yes. Many Lubbock-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 Lubbock?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Lubbock. 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 Lubbock?
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 Lubbock without insurance?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Lubbock 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 Lubbock?
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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock — 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 Lubbock therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 806-740-1414 — local crisis line for Lubbock
- Any Lubbock-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Lubbock
Hand-picked local services for Lubbock residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
Lubbock city government
City of Lubbock Texas
1314 Avenue K, Lubbock, TX 79401
806-775-3000
Visit site ↗University counseling center
Student Counseling Center - Texas Tech University Departments
806.742.5555
Visit site ↗Helpful reading for Lubbock
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
See a Texas-licensed therapist by telehealth
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