At Martin Counseling, we charge the same for intakes and follow-up sessions to self-pay clients. (We do not charge you more for the first appointment). Copays are established by your insurance company if we are in-network.
We truly believe we can help. The first session (INTAKE) allows you to meet with one of our counselors, receive a full assessment of your case, and decide if you would like to enter into a professional relationship with them as your counselor.
The price for intake and follow-up sessions for self-pay are $85, $125, $170, or $190, depending on the credentials and experience of your counselor. The chart below shows the type of clinicians and their session prices.
Rate for 2026 |
INTAKE and FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS |
|
PRACTICUM INTERN |
$85 |
|
LPC-ASSOCIATE (Counselor with a Temporary License) |
$125 |
|
LPC (S) / LCSW (Counselor with a Full License) |
$170 |
|
PRACTICE OWNER (Clinical Director) |
$190 |
Call or Text: 713-489-5473
Email: Info@HoustonLPC.com
Insurance
We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, UnitedHealthcare / Optum, Cigna, Aetna, and Concern Health EAP. Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Please check your coverage by asking the following questions:
- Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
- What is my deductible, and has it been met?
- How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
- What is my coverage per therapy session?
- Is approval required from my primary care physician?
We are out-of-network providers for all other insurance. Payment is due in full at the time of service. A claim form may be provided for insurance claim reimbursement upon request.
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Payment
Cash and all major credit cards are accepted for payment.
Counseling services are also allotted under your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
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Cancellation and No-Show Policy
If you do not show up for your scheduled therapy appointment or you have not notified our office at least 24 hours in advance, you will be required to pay a fee of $125.
Good Faith Estimate Notice
Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, the “No Surprise Act,” you have a right to receive a “good faith estimate” explaining how much your therapy service will cost. Healthcare providers are required to provide clients who do not have insurance or who choose not to use their insurance for therapy services with an estimate of the cost of those services.
- You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total cost of therapy services
- Make sure your therapist gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one business day before the appointment. You may also ask your therapist for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an appointment.
- If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
- Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call HHS @ 1.800.985.3059.
Consumer Access to Health Care Records and Complaint Information
Martin Counseling, PLLC
In accordance with House Bill 4224 and Texas Health and Safety Code Section 181.105, Martin Counseling, PLLC, provides the following information to assist clients and members of the public with:
- Requesting access to health care records
• Contacting the state licensing authority
• Filing a consumer complaint
How to Request Your Health Care Records
Current and former clients may request copies of their counseling and mental health records maintained by Martin Counseling PLLC. Requests must be submitted using the Records Request Form available at the following link: MartinCounseling.com/Request
Requests may be submitted using one of the following methods:
Email preferred: Info@HoustonLPC.com
Mail: 472 Park Grove Dr. Katy, TX 77450
In person: By appointment only
Office phone: 713-489-5473
To help prevent delays, please include the following information with your request:
- Client’s full legal name and date of birth
• Current phone number and/or email address
• Description of records requested, including specific dates if applicable
• Preferred method of delivery, such as secure electronic delivery, mail, or in-person pickup
• Client signature and date
If records are requested on behalf of another individual, documentation verifying legal authority is required. Examples include guardianship documentation or medical power of attorney.
Identity verification may be required to protect client privacy and confidentiality in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Licensing Authority Information
Martin Counseling, PLLC, is regulated by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, the licensing authority for Licensed Professional Counselors in the State of Texas.
Questions regarding licensure or professional regulation may be submitted through the Council’s website: https://bhec.texas.gov/contact-us/
When submitting an inquiry, select Licensed Professional Counselor as the license type.
Filing a Consumer Complaint
Clients or members of the public who wish to file a consumer complaint may do so through the Texas Office of the Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Complaints may be submitted online at:
https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection/file-consumer-complaint
When submitting a complaint, include relevant dates, names, and any supporting documentation if available. Questions Regarding House Bill 4224. For questions related to House Bill 4224 or consumer access requirements under Texas law, Texas Health and Human Services may be contacted at: HCR_PRU@hhs.texas.gov