How Much Does Therapy / Counseling Session Cost in Houston, TX?

Houston pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2026.

Based on local labor rates, humid-subtropical climate conditions, and Houston's energy-healthcare-aerospace economy.See our methodology

Low End
$71
Average
$143
High End
$238
per session
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Therapy / Counseling Session Pricing in Houston, TX

Houston offers near-average pricing for therapy / counseling session, making it a reasonable market for this service. The local energy-healthcare-aerospace economy supports a competitive labor pool, and the city's 2.3M population base ensures you can find multiple qualified providers to compare quotes.

Local climate plays a direct role in therapy / counseling session costs here. Extreme heat drives high HVAC demand; hurricane season affects roofing and water damage costs.

Market-specific factors matter in Houston: no state income tax keeps overall costs lower; large contractor pool creates competitive pricing.

Permitting in Houston is relatively straightforward compared to many metros. While permits may still be required depending on the scope of your therapy / counseling session project, the process is generally faster and less costly than in heavily regulated markets.

Houston vs National Average

Houston Average
$143
National Average
$150
Difference
-5%
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What Affects Therapy / Counseling Session Cost in Houston?

Provider

Psychologist: $150-$300. Licensed therapist: $100-$200. Counselor: $75-$150

Online vs In-Person

Online platforms: $60-$100/session. Traditional in-person: $100-$250

Insurance

With insurance: $20-$60 copay. Without insurance: full rate

Houston Market Conditions

no state income tax keeps overall costs lower; large contractor pool creates competitive pricing

Local Climate Impact

extreme heat drives high HVAC demand; hurricane season affects roofing and water damage costs

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Modern Surgical Center

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.5(22 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 1087 Industrial Blvd, Houston, TX๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2010
โœ“ InsuredBBB: Aโšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Metro Dental Arts

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.5(177 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 950 Business Park Dr, Houston, TX๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2014
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ Insured

Bright Smile Family Medicine

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…3.9(37 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 761 Market St, Houston, TX๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2011
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+

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Tips to Save on Therapy / Counseling Session in Houston

  • 1.Use in-network providers for the lowest copays
  • 2.Ask about sliding scale fees based on income
  • 3.Consider online therapy platforms like BetterHelp or Talkspace
  • 4.Check if your employer offers an EAP (Employee Assistance Program) with free sessions
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๐Ÿ“ˆ Therapy / Counseling Session in Houston Cost Trends (2020โ€“2024)

Prices have increased +17.2% over the last 5 years

$122
2020
$127
2021
$135
2022
$139
2023
$143
2024
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2020$122โ€”
2021$127+4.1%
2022$135+6.3%
2023$139+3.0%
2024$143+2.9%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for Therapy / Counseling Session in Houston

$143
Avg Reported
$100
Lowest Reported
$207
Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$127
Dallas, TX ยท Jan 2024
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$144
Chicago, IL ยท Feb 2024
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$137
Phoenix, AZ ยท Mar 2024
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$178
Denver, CO ยท Apr 2024
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$129
Atlanta, GA ยท May 2024
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Seattle, WA ยท Jun 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many therapy sessions will I need?

This varies widely. Some issues resolve in 6-12 sessions. Ongoing mental health management may continue for months or years.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Research shows online therapy is comparably effective for many conditions including depression and anxiety.

Why does therapy / counseling session cost different in Houston than other cities?

Houston's costs reflect local labor rates driven by the energy-healthcare-aerospace economy, humid-subtropical climate conditions that affect materials and scheduling, and relaxed permitting requirements. The competitive labor market also influences competitive pricing.

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