Therapists in Waco, TX
Find licensed therapists in Waco, McLennan County. Same-week appointments, most major insurance accepted, in person and online.
To find a therapist in Waco, get matched with Tend: you'll see licensed McLennan County-area therapists who take your insurance and have openings now — online statewide or in person where available, usually within the same week.
Last reviewed: June 2026
Therapists serving Waco
We're onboarding licensed therapists across Waco. The fastest way to see who's available to you right now — in network and accepting new patients — is to get matched below.
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Mental health care in Waco
Waco sits in McLennan County, in the Waco area region. Wherever you are in the county, licensed online therapy reaches you — and many providers also offer in-person visits. You don’t have to settle for a six-week waitlist to be seen.
Need free or low-cost help? McLennan County’s public mental health authority, Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center, offers counseling and crisis services on a sliding scale regardless of insurance. See McLennan County mental health resources for local crisis lines and sliding-scale options.
What it costs: with insurance, most Texans pay a per-session copay rather than the full fee — often $0–$30. See what therapy costs in Texas and verify your plan before you book.
In a crisis, call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) any time, or call 911 if someone is in immediate danger.
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Therapy in Waco — common questions
How do I find a therapist in Waco, TX?+
Get matched with Tend: answer a few quick questions and you'll see licensed Waco-area therapists who take your insurance and have current openings, online or in person. Most first appointments happen within the same week.
How much does therapy cost in Waco?+
With insurance, most people pay a per-session copay — often $0–$30. Without insurance, many Waco therapists offer sliding-scale rates, and McLennan County's Local Mental Health Authority provides low-cost care regardless of ability to pay.
Is online therapy available in Waco?+
Yes. Online therapy is available to Waco residents anywhere in Texas, alongside in-person options. Many people find video sessions just as effective and easier to schedule.
Can I find a therapist in Waco who takes my insurance?+
Tend works with most major Texas carriers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Medicaid/CHIP. Verify your plan to see in-network Waco therapists and your estimated cost.
What kinds of therapy can I get in Waco?+
Tend connects you with therapists for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, ADHD, grief, and more — across approaches like CBT, EMDR, and couples therapy. You can browse by concern or insurance below.
Need psychiatry or medication management?
Therapy and medication often work best together. Tend offers online psychiatry and medication management from licensed psychiatric providers — coordinated with your therapy.
Tend connects Texans with licensed, independent therapists. In a mental health emergency, call or text 988, or call 911.