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Texas Ranks Among the Lowest in the Country for Access to Mental Healthcare. Here's How to Find Help
Nearly 6 in 10 adults who needed care said cost kept them from treatment, while telehealth and community health centers offer lower-cost options.
Patients seeking care can start by checking insurance provider directories or consulting a primary care doctor. Those with jobs should ask whether their employer offers an Employee Assistance Program.
Cost concerns prevent many adults from getting care, with 60% reporting they skipped treatment due to expense, while 41% struggled to find a provider that felt like the right fit.
Telehealth visits for Mental Health account for 40% of all appointments at community centers, which offer sliding-scale care for patients without insurance coverage.
A 2026 study tracked more than 139,000 patients and found 75% with moderate depression or anxiety experienced significant symptom improvement. Research from LifeStance confirms these results hold across different regions.
Matching tools can help filter providers by needs or insurance coverage. Persistence is essential when searching, as patients can switch providers if the first contact does not feel like the right fit.