PTSD Treatment in Texas - DFW, Houston, Austin and Beyond
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- 3,000+ Texans and New Mexicans treated
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- Most insured patients pay $0-$30 per visit
- Most new patients seen within 1-2 business days
- In-network with major insurers - BlueCross, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna
Medically reviewed by Akinwande Akintola, MD, Supervisory Psychiatrist · Written by the Lyte Psychiatry clinical team · Last updated July 2026
Prefer therapy for PTSD? Lyte’s in-house Texas therapists deliver evidence-based talk therapy — on its own or alongside medication, coordinated under one chart.
Explore therapy for PTSD →What Causes PTSD?
Recognizing PTSD Symptoms
PTSD in Veterans
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Frequently Asked Questions: PTSD
What medications are FDA-approved for PTSD?
Sertraline (Zoloft) and paroxetine (Paxil) are the only FDA-approved medications for PTSD. VA and DoD clinical guidelines also support venlafaxine as an effective option. Prazosin is widely used for PTSD nightmares. Benzodiazepines are not recommended for PTSD treatment.
How is PTSD different from normal stress after trauma?
Stress responses after trauma are normal and typically resolve within days to weeks. PTSD is diagnosed when symptoms persist for more than one month and cause significant functional impairment. The key distinction is duration, severity, and the presence of all four symptom clusters: re-experiencing, avoidance, negative mood and cognitions, and hyperarousal. APA's DSM-5 criteria define the diagnostic threshold.
Can PTSD be treated via telehealth in Texas?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry provides HIPAA-compliant telehealth for PTSD evaluation and medication management to all Texas and New Mexico residents. Telehealth is often preferred by PTSD patients because it can feel safer than traveling to an unfamiliar clinic.
Does Lyte Psychiatry treat sexual trauma and assault survivors?
Yes. We treat survivors of all types of trauma including sexual assault, childhood abuse, and domestic violence. Trauma-informed care is built into how we conduct evaluations and how we communicate. You will never be required to describe your trauma in detail during a medication management visit.
How common is PTSD in women?
NIMH estimates that PTSD is about twice as common in women as in men, affecting approximately 10% of women during their lifetime compared to 4% of men. This is partly because women are at higher risk for sexual trauma, which is one of the most potent predictors of PTSD development.
What is the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD?
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) describes the impact of prolonged, repeated trauma rather than a single event. It is characterized by the core PTSD symptoms plus significant disturbances in self-perception, difficulty with relationships, and alterations in consciousness. It is most commonly seen in survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence, and trafficking. C-PTSD requires longer-term treatment but responds to many of the same interventions as classic PTSD.
Can PTSD co-occur with depression or substance use?
SAMHSA data indicate that PTSD frequently co-occurs with major depression (up to 50% of cases) and alcohol or substance use disorders. Treating PTSD without addressing co-occurring conditions leads to poorer outcomes. Lyte Psychiatry screens for all co-occurring conditions at the initial evaluation.
Is insurance coverage available for PTSD treatment?
Yes. PTSD treatment is covered by all major insurance plans under mental health parity laws. Lyte Psychiatry accepts BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Aetna. Most patients pay $0-$30 per session after insurance. See all insurance plans we accept →
Trusted Resources & Sources
VA — PTSD Prevalence in Adults
~7–8% of U.S. adults will develop PTSD in their lifetime
NIMH — PTSD
Symptoms, risk factors, and evidence-based therapies
SAMHSA — Trauma-Informed Care
Federal framework for trauma-informed behavioral health
APA — PTSD Treatment Guidelines
Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD treatment
Lyte Psychiatry's content is reviewed by board-certified psychiatrists and references peer-reviewed research and federal health agency data.
Your treatment options
How Lyte treats PTSD
Lyte provides therapy, psychiatric evaluation and medication management for PTSD across Texas. You may begin with one type of care or receive both through the same practice. Your clinician will recommend a plan based on your symptoms, health history, goals and preferences.
Therapy
Work with a licensed therapist on coping skills, patterns, relationships and the circumstances affecting your symptoms.
Explore therapy at Lyte →Psychiatric care
A psychiatric provider can evaluate your symptoms, consider possible diagnoses and discuss whether medication or another medical treatment is appropriate.
Learn about medication management →Combined care
When both services are useful, your therapist and psychiatric provider can coordinate within one practice instead of asking you to manage two separate care teams.
Compare your care options →What happens at your first appointment?
Your first visit gives you and your provider time to discuss what has been happening, how it affects daily life, your medical and mental health history, current medications and what you want help with. You will discuss possible next steps together.
Therapy visits focus on understanding your concerns and building a practical treatment plan. A psychiatric evaluation also considers whether your symptoms may be connected to a condition that could benefit from medication. A prescription is never automatic.
Before the appointment, Lyte can check your insurance benefits and explain the expected cost. Coverage and out-of-pocket amounts depend on your plan and whether the service is medically necessary. Review accepted insurance plans.
Serving patients across Texas
Lyte Psychiatry provides PTSD treatment to patients throughout Texas. Our physical clinic at 2900 W Park Row Dr in Pantego, TX serves the greater Dallas–Fort Worth area, with access from Arlington, Grand Prairie, Irving, Garland, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Denton, Carrollton, Lewisville and Richardson.
HIPAA-compliant telehealth is available across Texas, including Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, Lubbock, Corpus Christi, Waco, Amarillo, Midland, Odessa, Abilene, Round Rock, College Station, Tyler, Beaumont, Laredo, Killeen, Edinburg and other Texas communities.
Lyte participates with several major insurance networks, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana and Aetna. Participation and benefits can vary by plan, provider and service, so the team verifies benefits before the first appointment. Self-pay rates are also available. Most new patients are seen within 1–2 business days. Call 469-733-0848 or review insurance information.
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Lyte Psychiatry serves patients across Texas, in-person in the DFW area and virtually statewide. Most patients are seen within the week.
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Lyte Psychiatry provides telehealth PTSD & trauma treatment across Texas and New Mexico. Select your city for local provider availability, insurance coverage, and same-week appointments.
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