TX & NM Β· Same-day appts

Best Therapists in San Antonio, TX

A therapist provides talk therapy and counseling for mental health conditions but cannot prescribe medication.

LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or PhD/PsyD β€” licensed counselor or psychologist

About This Provider Type

What Does a Therapist Do?

Therapists include Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), and psychologists (PhD/PsyD). They provide evidence-based talk therapies including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and psychodynamic therapy. For medication, therapists refer to a psychiatrist.

Typical cost in San Antonio

$100–$250 per session. Many accept insurance; sliding-scale options available.

How to Choose

Finding the Best Therapist in San Antonio

Verify licensure

Check Texas's TX licensing board to confirm the provider is currently licensed.

Check insurance

Call your insurer or use their online directory to confirm the provider is in-network before booking.

Ask about wait times

The best providers may have wait lists. Lyte Psychiatry offers same-week telehealth appointments in San Antonio.

Use SAMHSA's locator

findtreatment.gov lets you filter by insurance, condition, and zip code to find certified providers.

Read reviews

Healthgrades, Zocdoc, and Google reviews can help you evaluate patient satisfaction.

Common Questions

FAQs β€” Therapists in San Antonio

Who are the best therapists in San Antonio, TX?

The best therapists in San Antonio are those who are licensed in Texas, accepting new patients, and in-network with your insurance. Lyte Psychiatry's board-certified providers offer same-week telehealth appointments in San Antonio and accept Ambetter, BCBS, UHC, Cigna, and Aetna. You can also search Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com) filtered to San Antonio therapists.

How much does a therapist cost in San Antonio?

$100–$250 per session. Many accept insurance; sliding-scale options available. In San Antonio, costs vary by provider and insurance plan. The county MHMR center offers sliding-scale fees for uninsured residents. SAMHSA's Treatment Locator (findtreatment.gov) can help you find low-cost options.

Are there therapists in San Antonio accepting new patients?

Yes. Lyte Psychiatry is currently accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX via telehealth, with same-week availability. You can also search Psychology Today's directory at psychologytoday.com/us/therapists for San Antonio therapists who are accepting new patients and filter by insurance.

Can I see a therapist online in San Antonio?

Yes. Telehealth therapist services are available in San Antonio, TX. Lyte Psychiatry provides secure video appointments with board-certified providers β€” you can be seen from home or work. Most major insurance plans are accepted. Book at lytepsych.com or call 469-733-0848.

What is the difference between a therapist and a psychiatrist in San Antonio?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medication; a therapist provides talk therapy but typically cannot prescribe. Many patients in San Antonio benefit from working with both β€” a psychiatrist for medication and a therapist for therapy.

Lyte Psychiatry β€” Psychiatric Care Β· San Antonio, TX

Board-certified psychiatric care in San Antonio

Same-week telehealth appointments. In-network with Ambetter, BCBS, UHC, Cigna, Aetna, and more. Most patients pay $0–$30 per visit.