Midland is served by PermiaCare, the LMHA for the Permian Basin (Midland, Ector, and four other counties). Demand for behavioral-health services has surged with oilfield workforce growth — telehealth is essential given provider shortages across the Basin.
West Texas · City guide
Therapists & mental health in Midland, Texas
Midland County · pop. ~132,524
Midland is a mid-sized Texas city of roughly 132,524 residents in Midland County. CDC PLACES data shows about 13.1% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 22% are uninsured. Midland County ranks #65 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade B). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Midland clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade B(73/100)
Midland County ranks #65 of 254 Texas counties
13.1%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
22%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Midland
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Midland by secure video.
Aaron Dembe, FL, PhD
Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · Men's Issues · Nonviolent Communication
✓ NPI verified
Orlandria Beamon, Pd, PhD
Clinician
ADHD · Autism · Trauma and PTSD · Anxiety
Ana de Leon, LPC
Therapist
Anxiety · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues
Dorsa Jahanbakhsh
Doctoral Intern
Depression · Anxiety · Complex PTSD · Generational, cultural and immigration Traumas
Casey Janes, LCSW
Therapist
Childhood Abuse or Neglect · Trauma · Depression · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Whitney Bridges, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Trauma · PTSD · Child · Teens
✓ NPI verified
Melody Alford, LPC
Therapist
Addiction · Anxiety · Depression · Life Transitions
✓ NPI verified
Tim Abendroth, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Anxiety · Attachment Trauma or Insecurity · Depression · Family Conflict
✓ NPI verified
Frequently asked — therapy in Midland, Texas
How do I find a therapist in Midland, Texas?
Our directory lists 8 Texas-licensed therapists who can see people in Midland — 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 Midland therapists take?
Most major carriers are represented for Midland: 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 Midland residents?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Midland. 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 Midland?
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 Midland?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Midland 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 Midland?
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 Midland 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 Midland — 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 Midland therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 844-420-3964 — local crisis line for Midland
- Any Midland-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Midland
Hand-picked local services for Midland residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
University counseling center
Counseling & Psychological Services - UTPB
MB 4178
(432) 552-3365
Student Counseling Center
Visit site ↗Helpful reading for Midland
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
See a Texas-licensed therapist by telehealth
Every clinician in our directory is licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Midland by secure video.
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