Free 20-minute consultation

You don't need to have
it all figured out to start.

This page is the first step — not a commitment. Tell us a little about what's bringing you here, and we'll match you with the right therapist before you ever book a time.

Request a consultation

What to expect

Simple, low-pressure, and free.

01

Fill out this form

A few short questions to help us understand what you're looking for and make sure we're a good fit. Takes about 3 minutes.

02

Book your time

After you submit, you'll get a link to schedule a free 20-minute consultation — at a time that works for you, in-person or by phone.

03

Talk with your therapist

The consultation is a real conversation — no intake paperwork, no pressure. You ask questions, they ask a few, and you both get a feel for the fit.

Meet your therapists

Who you'll be working with.

Hannah Drury

Hannah Drury

LMSW

Supervised by Joe Lenhoff, LCSW-S

Hannah works with adults navigating trauma, PTSD, LGBTQ+ identity, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Her approach is affirming and trauma-informed — she meets you where you are without judgment, and draws from CBT, DBT, and EMDR to build real skills alongside you. Available weekdays, some evenings, and Saturdays.

Trauma & PTSD LGBTQ+ Affirming Addiction EMDR

Insurance accepted

Aetna BCBS Cigna

Self-pay $140 intake, then $120/session (55 min) · Sliding scale available · HSA/FSA accepted

Insurance applies to individual therapy only. Couples therapy is self-pay at $150 per 80-minute session.

Ron Youngblut

Ron Youngblut

LMSW

Supervised by Joe Lenhoff, LCSW-S

Ron specializes in trauma, PTSD, addiction recovery, veterans' services, and major life transitions. He brings a grounded, nonjudgmental presence to clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by things others can't always see — integrating ACT, CBT, and The Daring Way in his work. Evenings available.

Trauma & PTSD Veterans Addiction Recovery The Daring Way

Insurance accepted

Aetna BCBS Cigna

Self-pay $140 intake, then $120/session (55 min) · Sliding scale available · HSA/FSA accepted

Insurance applies to individual therapy only. Couples therapy is self-pay at $150 per 80-minute session.

Thunder Chen

Thunder Chen

LMSW

Supervised by Joe Lenhoff, LCSW-S

Thunder works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and co-occurring substance use concerns. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, he brings an affirming, trauma-informed presence, particularly for clients who don't usually feel seen. He is a Daring Way Trained Facilitator. Available Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons and early evenings.

Trauma & PTSD LGBTQ+ Affirming Neurodivergent The Daring Way

Insurance accepted

Aetna BCBS Cigna

Self-pay $140 intake, then $120/session (55 min) · Sliding scale available · HSA/FSA accepted

Insurance applies to individual therapy only. Couples therapy is self-pay at $150 per 80-minute session.

Insurance & rates

No surprises before you start.

Accepted insurance

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna. We verify benefits before your first session.

Insurance applies to individual therapy only. Couples therapy is self-pay at $150 per 80-minute session.

Self-pay rate

Individual therapy: $140 intake, then $120/session (55 min) with Hannah, Ron or Thunder — $200 intake, then $180/session with Joe. Sliding scale available for individual therapy — ask us.

Couples therapy: $150 per 80-minute session, self-pay only — every session, including each partner's individual intake. And if cost is a barrier, just ask.

Payment methods

HSA and FSA cards accepted for individual therapy and groups. Also Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Zelle.

Who we see

All of our clinicians see adults 18 and older.

These rates apply to new clients. Current clients continue at their existing rate.

Have questions about your coverage? You're welcome to ask during your consultation — or reach us at info@houstonheightstherapy.com before you book.

Consultation request

Tell us a little about yourself.

This form takes about 3 minutes. After you submit, you'll receive a link to book your free 20-minute consultation. There's no commitment — just a conversation.

The name you actually go by — this is what we'll call you.

Houston Heights Therapy provides therapy for adults 18 and older. We aren't able to take on clients under 18 at this time, and we want you to reach someone who can help rather than wait on a list. Psychology Today's directory lets you filter for therapists in Houston who work with children and teens, and your insurance provider's member services line can give you in-network options. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.

Looking for a therapy group? See our current groups.

We don't currently offer family therapy, but we're happy to point you toward someone who does.

Couples work begins with a separate 80-minute individual session with each partner, focused on the relationship and what each person brings to it. From there we meet together. Every session — each individual intake and every joint session — is 80 minutes at $150.

Couples therapy is offered by Hannah Drury, Ron Youngblut and Thunder Chen.

Couples therapy is self-pay only, so it can't be requested with insurance selected as your payment method. Choose Self-pay / out of pocket below and Couples becomes available again.

Both partners are entitled to a written Good Faith Estimate of expected costs, and each estimate needs a date of birth. We need your partner's details to send them theirs.

Couples therapy is self-pay only. Insurance does not cover relationship work unless one partner is given a mental health diagnosis, and we don't diagnose one person to make a couple's care billable. Paying directly keeps the work focused on the relationship.

Self-pay has been selected for you, and the insurance option is unavailable while Couples is your therapy type.

Just want to check your benefits first? You can do that here →

We're in network with Aetna, BCBS Texas, and Cigna only. If your plan isn't one of those, we're considered out of network — but you still have options: our self-pay rate for individual therapy starts at $120 per session (55 min), and for individual therapy we can provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement. We'll walk you through it.

Couples therapy is self-pay only and does not require benefits verification.

If you have Medicare or Medicaid, please reach out to us before booking so we can talk through your options.

Optional — fill this in and we'll verify your benefits and email you an estimate of your cost per session before your first appointment. Skip it if you don't have your card handy; we can collect it later.

Insurance requires the name on your policy. We'll only use it for claims — everywhere else, you're the name you gave us above.

This helps us match you with the right therapist. You're in control of what you share.

Our practice works with a scholarship program that may cover copays or full session costs depending on your coverage. Eligibility is reviewed during your consultation.

Your information is kept private and confidential. Submitting this form does not create a therapeutic relationship.

You're ready to book.

We've received your information — now go ahead and schedule your free 20-minute consultation. On the next page, select your preferred therapist, then choose Consultation – Video Call (free) and pick a time that works for you.

This opens Houston Heights Therapy's scheduling page in a new tab.

Schedule your consultation

Not sure yet? That's completely okay. The consultation is free and there's no obligation. You can always come back when you're ready — we'll be here.

Questions? Reach us at info@houstonheightstherapy.com