If your child has Texas Children’s Health Plan and needs counseling in Houston, services are typically covered under Medicaid when medically necessary. Families do not pay out of pocket for approved counseling services.
I’m Nick Bryant, and I work as an Outreach Manager helping Houston families navigate Medicaid counseling options through Texas Care Center’s Westpark and Bammel locations. If you’re unsure whether your child qualifies or how the process works, you can call or text 281.870.3599 and I’ll walk you through next steps.
Below is what parents usually want to know about Texas Children’s Health Plan counseling in Houston.
What Is Texas Children’s Health Plan?
Texas Children’s Health Plan is a Medicaid managed care plan that serves children enrolled in Medicaid across Houston and Harris County.
If your child is enrolled in this plan, behavioral health services — including counseling — may be included as part of their coverage.
What Types of Counseling Are Covered By Texas Children’s?
When services are medically necessary, coverage may include:
• Individual counseling sessions
• Behavioral support services
• Family counseling
• Emotional regulation support
• ADHD-related counseling
• Trauma-informed care
The exact service type depends on clinical assessment and eligibility confirmation.
What Issues Can Be Addressed Through Counseling?
Families seeking counseling through Texas Children’s Health Plan often need support for:
• ADHD and classroom behavior concerns
• Anxiety and excessive worry
• Sadness or mood changes
• Difficulty adjusting to family changes
• Trauma-related stress
• Peer or social challenges
Counseling focuses on building skills that help children function more successfully at home and in school.
Where Are Services Available in Houston?
Texas Care Center provides Medicaid counseling services in Houston at:
- Westpark – 9950 Westpark Dr, Suite 346, Houston, TX 77063
- Bammel – 14405 Walters Road, Suite 870, Houston, TX 77014
These clinics serve Southwest Houston, North Houston, Alief, Greenspoint, Aldine, Spring, Willowbrook, and nearby communities.
Are Appointments Only In the Clinic?
Not always. Depending on eligibility and service authorization, counseling options may include:
• In-office sessions
• Community-based services
• School-related coordination when appropriate
• Virtual appointments
Service format is determined during intake based on the child’s needs.
Moving Forward With Texas Children’s Health Plan Counseling in Houston
If your child is enrolled in Texas Children’s Health Plan and needs counseling support, you don’t have to navigate the system alone. I can help clarify what’s covered, explain available locations, and outline what to expect during intake.
Nick Bryant
Outreach Manager – Houston
Call or Text: 281.870.3599
Nick.TexasCare@Gmail.com
Reach out when you’re ready, and we can review your child’s plan details and discuss appropriate next steps.
Nick Bryant is an Outreach Manager with Texas Care Center West Park and Bammel clinics. If you have Medicaid and have been waitlisted for mental health services, text Nick at 281.870.3599 or complete this survey, and he will follow up to see if Texas Care Center is a good fit for you or your child.