Pasadena is part of The Harris Center''s service area as the LMHA for Harris County. Telehealth is the most accessible option for many working Pasadena residents.
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Therapists & mental health in Pasadena, Texas
Harris County · pop. ~148,026
Pasadena is a mid-sized Texas city of roughly 148,026 residents in Harris County. CDC PLACES data shows about 15% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 24.7% are uninsured. Harris County ranks #61 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade B). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Pasadena clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade B(73/100)
Harris County ranks #61 of 254 Texas counties
15%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
24.7%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Pasadena
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Pasadena by secure video.
Ana de Leon, LPC
Therapist
Anxiety · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues
Ernesto Zepeda, Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology
Doctoral Intern
Anxiety · Codependency · Conflict with Friends · Depression
Aaron Dembe, FL, PhD
Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · Men's Issues · Nonviolent Communication
✓ NPI verified
Tim Abendroth, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Anxiety · Attachment Trauma or Insecurity · Depression · Family Conflict
✓ NPI verified
Alexi Hoefer, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma and PTSD
✓ NPI verified
Meagan Palmer, LPC
Clinician
Depression · Anxiety · Mood Disorders · Bipolar
✓ NPI verified
Mary Pearson, LPC
Mental Health Clinician
Trauma and PTSD · Dissociation
✓ NPI verified
Kristen Albritton, LPC
Therapist
Anxiety · Perfectionism · Stress/Burnout · Relational Trauma
✓ NPI verified
Frequently asked — therapy in Pasadena, Texas
Where can I see a licensed therapist near Pasadena?
8 Texas-licensed clinicians on this directory currently serve Pasadena. 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 Pasadena therapists take?
Most major carriers are represented for Pasadena: 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 Pasadena residents?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Pasadena. 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 Pasadena?
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 Pasadena?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Pasadena 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 Pasadena?
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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena — 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 Pasadena therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 713-970-7000 — local crisis line for Pasadena
- Any Pasadena-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Pasadena
Hand-picked local services for Pasadena residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
Pasadena city government
City of Pasadena
1149 Ellsworth Drive Pasadena, TX 77506
713-477-1511
Visit site ↗NAMI affiliate
NAMI Greater Houston
(713) 970-4419
Serves Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery Counties, Texas.
Visit site ↗Helpful reading for Pasadena
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
See a Texas-licensed therapist by telehealth
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