Plano is served by LifePath Systems, the LMHA for Collin County. The 24/7 Collin County Crisis Hotline supports adults and youth. Telehealth is extremely common in Plano — many corporate professionals see Texas-licensed therapists exclusively by video.
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Therapists & mental health in Plano, Texas
Collin County · pop. ~285,494
Plano is a major Texas city of roughly 285,494 residents in Collin County. CDC PLACES data shows about 10.8% of adults here report frequent mental distress, and 14.7% are uninsured. Collin County ranks #1 of 254 Texas counties on our Mental Health Access Index (grade A). 8 clinicians on this directory currently see Plano clients by secure telehealth.
Mental health access ranking
Grade A(87/100)
Collin County ranks #1 of 254 Texas counties
10.8%
Adults reporting frequent mental distress
CDC PLACES (city-level)
14.7%
Adults without health insurance
CDC PLACES (city-level)
Telehealth therapists serving Plano
All clinicians are licensed in Texas and able to see clients in Plano by secure video.
Elizabeth Padilla, LPC
Clinician
Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress · Depression · Relationship Conflicts · Anxiety
Daniel Singelyn, FL, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
ADD / ADHD · Alzheimer's · Anger Issues · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Michael Tresca, LPC
Clinician
Anxiety · Coping Skills · Self-Harming
✓ NPI verified
Selena Tyler, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
ADD / ADHD · Addiction · Alcohol Use · Anxiety
✓ NPI verified
Gabrielle Javier, LPC
Counselor
ADHD · Trauma and PTSD · LGBTQ+ · ADD / ADHD
✓ NPI verified
Michelle Flowers, LCSW, LCDC
Clinician
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma and PTSD · Substance Use Recovery
✓ NPI verified
Breanna Birdsong, LPC
Therapist
Religious Trauma · Family of Origin Trauma · Procrastination · Internet Addiction
✓ NPI verified
Madison Palmer, PsyD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma · Life Transitions
Frequently asked — therapy in Plano, Texas
Where can I see a licensed therapist near Plano?
8 Texas-licensed clinicians on this directory currently serve Plano. 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.
Do therapists in Plano accept insurance like BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, or Medicare?
Yes. Many Plano-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 Plano?
Any Texas-licensed therapist can legally provide telehealth to anyone physically located in Texas, including Plano. 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 Plano?
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 Plano without insurance?
Self-pay rates from clinicians serving Plano 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 Plano?
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 Plano 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 Plano — 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 Plano therapists and try again.
If you need help right now
- 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
- 877-422-5939 — local crisis line for Plano
- Any Plano-area emergency room is required to evaluate behavioral-health emergencies.
Local resources in Plano
Hand-picked local services for Plano residents — government, sliding-scale clinics, community mental-health support.
Helpful reading for Plano
Short, clinician-reviewed guides from our learning library.
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