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San Antonio: 210-985-8921  |  Killeen: 254-628-0056

Mental Health Therapy for Lasting Change

Experience mental health therapy rooted in compassion. At Oria Health, our therapists are here to help you to break free from old patterns and create a happier, healthier, and more sustainable life.

Therapy at Oria Health

Therapy at Oria relies on listening first. We take the time to understand what’s bringing you in, what you’ve already tried, and what kind of support will actually help, not just in sessions but in daily life.

We offer compassionate, evidence-informed therapy for adolescents and adults, with in-person and virtual options available.

How Mental Health Therapy Supports Real Change

Impactful change is never about one moment or getting things right immediately. It’s about consistency: putting effort into understanding and healing every day.

At Oria Health, mental health treatment focuses on helping you make sense of what’s actually going on, not just on talking through surface-level concerns. We work with you to identify patterns, understand where they come from, and address how they show up in your daily life.

From there, we help you build more effective ways of responding so change feels practical, not overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with burnout, relationship stress, or a major transition, our mental health counseling is designed to help you gain clarity, feel more in control, and move forward in a way that lasts.

Why Patients Choose Oria Health for Mental Health Therapy

At Oria Health, we bring the best of both worlds: the warmth of a community clinic and the expertise of a large-scale psychiatric center. That is why the community in Texas prefers us for clinical mental health counseling.

Matched to the Right Provider

We connect you with a therapist whose experience and approach fit your needs.

Virtual and In-Person Options

Choose which format best fits your schedule and preferences.

Built on the Right Foundation

If you’re unsure what’s driving your symptoms, we begin with diagnostic insight so therapy is focused.

Evidence-Based, Not One-Size-Fits-All

Our therapists use proven approaches while tailoring care to the person before them.

Care That Works Together

We can coordinate therapy with medication, diagnostic insight, or more advanced options.

Who We Serve

We work with adolescents and adults at different stages of life who are looking for more clarity and direction. Whether you’re trying to understand your child’s challenges or feeling stuck in your own day-to-day, our team provides thoughtful support that meets you where you are.

Adolescents

For adolescents, therapy is focused on creating a space where they can speak openly and feel understood. We help them make sense of their emotions, build resilience, and develop healthier coping strategies. When helpful, we also involve parents to support consistency and progress outside of sessions.

Adults

For adults, therapy focuses on understanding patterns that impact daily life, whether related to work, relationships, or past experiences. We help clarify what’s contributing to stress or uncertainty and provide practical strategies that support more steady, manageable progress over time.

Conditions We Support Through Therapy

Our licensed therapists work with all ages across a wide range of concerns, including:
If you’re unsure whether therapy is the right next step, we’re happy to help you talk it through.

What Success Can Look Like

Therapy at Oria focuses on building understanding, resilience, and practical change. Success can look like the following:

Therapy is not about “fixing” you; it’s about helping you understand yourself better and move forward with more clarity and confidence.

Therapeutic Approaches We Use

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Our clinicians draw from a range of evidence-based approaches and tailor care to your needs, goals, and preferences.

Approaches may include:

Trauma-Informed Therapy

This practice approaches care with an understanding of how trauma affects the nervous system, emotions, and relationships, prioritizing safety and choice.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to distress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Focuses on building psychological flexibility; learning to handle challenging thoughts while moving toward what matters most.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

Uses structured techniques to help the brain process traumatic memories so they become less emotionally intense.

Mindfulness-Based Approaches

Build awareness of thoughts, emotions, and body sensations to improve emotional regulation and reduce reactivity.

Somatic and Body-Based Strategies

Focus on the mind-body connection, helping regulate the nervous system through physical awareness and movement.

Our Mental Health Therapy Process

We make starting therapy for mental health as straightforward as possible. Our therapy process is transparent, highly collaborative, and personalized.

Step 1:

Getting to Know You

Your therapist begins by understanding your concerns, history, and goals, creating a foundation for meaningful work.

Step 2:

Collaborative Care Planning

Together, you’ll identify focus areas and choose therapeutic approaches that align with what you want to change or strengthen.

Step 3:

Ongoing Support and Growth

Therapy is a process. Sessions evolve as you gain insight, build skills, and navigate challenges at a pace that feels right for you.

Therapy as Part of a Bigger Picture

Therapy at Oria focuses on building understanding, resilience, and practical change. Success can look like the following:

Guided by Diagnostic Insight

When questions about diagnosis, learning, attention, or mood remain, we can leverage diagnostic clarity to better understand what’s driving symptoms and focus therapy more effectively.

Coordinated Medication Support

When medication is part of treatment, therapy and prescribing guide the same care plan and team, so each supports the other and care stays aligned.

Access to Advanced Options

If symptoms remain severe or progress stalls, we can evaluate advanced treatments like TMS or Spravato, integrated within the same care team.

Mental Health Therapy FAQs

Your first therapy session is focused on understanding you. We’ll talk through your history, current concerns, and what brought you in. You’ll also have space to ask questions and get a feel for how we work, so you leave with a clearer sense of direction and next steps.

Yes. We offer both virtual and in-person therapy so care can fit your life and needs.

Telehealth is available to clients throughout the state.

We currently offer in-person therapy at our Killeen location and San Antonio locations.

Some clients choose one format, while others benefit from a hybrid approach over time.

Yes. While telehealth works well for many people, there are times when in-person or hybrid care is the safest or most effective option.

We may recommend in-person or hybrid therapy if any of the following apply:

Our team will always discuss recommendations with you and help determine the best care plan.

That can happen, and it’s okay.

Therapy works best when there’s a strong sense of safety and connection. If you feel our therapist isn’t the right fit, you can let them or our customer experience team know, and we’ll help you transition to another provider.

Yes. Our therapists are in-network with all major insurance providers.

If you plan to use insurance, we’ll match you with a provider who is both in-network and well-suited to your needs, and we’ll review any expected out-of-pocket costs ahead of time so there are no surprises.

There’s no single timeline. Some people come for short-term, focused support around a specific issue, while others stay longer to work on more profound patterns or ongoing life stressors. Therapy progresses at a pace that feels right for you and adapts as your needs change.
Yes. When appropriate, we can coordinate therapy with medication management, diagnostic evaluations, or advanced treatment options like TMS or Spravato, all within Oria Health.

We Accept All Major Insurance Carriers

Oria Health is in-network with all major insurance providers, including:
Tricare logo
United Healthcare
Aetna
Cigna
BlueCross BlueShield

We’ll help verify coverage and any estimated out-of-pocket costs beforehand, so there are no surprise charges.

Client Testimonials

What our therapy clients say about their experience with our providers.
“The process so far has been great. The ability to conduct all of my testing online or via telehealth has been helpful too. It means that I don’t have to load the dog for another appointment, and I have a lower risk of anxiety getting in the way. [The Doctor] has been very helpful and elaborate throughout the sessions. I highly recommend these folks."
Mark
"I’m so glad I found [ my therapist] I love that she listens without judgement and allows me to speak (and cry) freely."
Suzanne
"I adore [my provider] She listens to my requests and allows me to be involved in the treatment of my mental health…I love being her patient...she’s the safety net I need(ed) to figure out my mental health and get me feeling “normal” again!
Casey
"I love the work that I am doing with [ my counselor]. The work is very engaging and challenging but I am really seeing a difference in my life."
Angelique
“[My therapist] is a great listener and so insightful. She challenges my negative thoughts in a compassionate and beneficial way. I’ve learned and grown exponentially throughout several years working with her."
Christina
"She is a very professional, empathetic doctor and she let me make a part of the treatment. "
Maria
"[My psychiatrist] clearly explained the testing and showed empathy when I struggled. Awesome disposition."
Pamela
"[My doctor] was warm and kind, easy to talk to. Reassuring and knowledgeable while being thorough. Looking forward to working with him in the future. "
Parker
"Our daughter loves going to Play Therapy with [our therapist]. We have tried talk therapy multiple times in the past but this is the first time our daughter actually wants to go to therapy. She enjoys her time and comes out of sessions eager to discuss the new techniques she has learn."
Coraline
"Wow [my therapist] made me smile and think of all the good things about me. I am so grateful to her"
Barbara
"[My therapist} is a very professional and knowledgeable counselor, and he has been very instrumental in helping combat some very difficult issues."
Albert

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for change, we’re here to help. Reach out today and let’s talk about what support might look like for you.