Where to Find Low-Cost or Free Therapy in West Texas
In West Texas, taking care of your mental health isn’t always simple. Between long drive times, high out-of-pocket costs, and few private therapists per town, many people are left wondering: Where can I get therapy I can actually afford?
Whether you’re in Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland, Odessa, Abilene, or somewhere in between, the good news is this: there are still real options for support. You don’t need to wait until things get worse or drive to a big city for help.
This post breaks down free, low-cost, and sliding scale therapy resources across West Texas—including nonprofits, clinics, university programs, and online services.
What Counts as Low-Cost or Free Therapy?
Let’s start here. Affordable therapy usually means:
Free sessions through nonprofits, grants, or clinics
Sliding scale rates based on your income
Graduate student counselors working under licensed supervision
Faith-based organizations that offer community counseling
Online platforms with reduced rates or no insurance required
You might qualify for reduced fees even if you don’t have insurance—or if your deductible makes care too expensive.
Low-Cost Therapy in Amarillo, TX
Texas Panhandle Centers – Amarillo Office
Regional mental health authority offering individual, family, and psychiatric care. Sliding scale based on income and family size.
Website: Texas Panhandle Centers
Amarillo College Counseling Center
Free counseling for enrolled students; may offer referrals to community providers with low fees.
Location: Amarillo
Family Support Services of Amarillo
Nonprofit agency offering therapy for individuals, couples, families, and those affected by trauma or violence. Sliding scale available.
Website: fssamarillo.org
Free & Low-Cost Therapy in Lubbock, TX
StarCare Specialty Health System
Local mental health authority for Lubbock. Offers outpatient therapy and psychiatric care with sliding scale fees.
Website: StarCare
Texas Tech Family Therapy Clinic
Low-cost sessions with graduate therapists. Specializes in couples, families, and individual therapy.
Location: Lubbock
Website: Texas Tech Clinic
Catholic Charities of Lubbock
Offers affordable counseling for people of all backgrounds. Sliding scale options available.
Website: cclubbock.org
Therapy Resources in Midland & Odessa
PermiaCare (formerly MHMR)
Community mental health services for Midland, Odessa, and surrounding counties. Offers sliding scale therapy and crisis support.
Website: PermiaCare
Family Wellness Center – Midland College
Offers counseling services to students and may refer out to low-cost partners.
Location: Midland
Catholic Charities Odessa
Provides counseling and social services on a sliding scale.
Contact: (432) 332-1387
Affordable Therapy in Abilene, TX
Betty Hardwick Center
Public mental health center for Taylor County and surrounding areas. Offers adult and child counseling services with sliding scale fees.
Website: Betty Hardwick Center
Hardin-Simmons University Family Psychology Center
Low-cost counseling services with student interns. Open to the public.
Location: Abilene
Free & Sliding Scale Therapy in San Angelo, TX
MHMR Services for the Concho Valley
Behavioral health services with income-based payment options. Offers therapy, psychiatric services, and crisis support.
Website: mhmrcv.org
Angelo State University Counseling Services
Low-cost services available to students; may provide community referrals for affordable support.
Regional & Online Therapy Options
Open Path Collective
Nationwide network of therapists offering sessions between $40–$70 (individuals) and $40–$80 (couples). Membership required but affordable.
Website: openpathcollective.org
Sagebrush Counseling (Serving All of West Texas)
I offer online therapy with limited sliding scale availability for Texas residents. If you're in West Texas and looking for counseling without the commute or high cost, I’d be honored to support you.
Learn more: Sagebrush Counseling – Affordable Therapy.
A Few Quick Tips for Finding Help
Ask about sliding scale rates
Many therapists don’t list it publicly but will work with you if you ask.
Look for graduate student clinics
University counseling programs often offer high-quality therapy at very low rates—usually $20–$40 per session.
You Don’t Have to Handle Everything Alone
Living in a rural or underserved area shouldn’t mean going without mental health care. Whether you're looking for support with anxiety, burnout, relationships, or just everyday stress, there are affordable therapy options in West Texas.
If you’re ready to take the first step, I’d love to help you find the care that fits—whether that’s with me or a local provider.
