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Our Team.

Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need some help from a certified professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges. We at Next Stage Counseling & Wellness™ (NSCW)  would love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. Our goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply to better cope with change.

 

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Our Team
Services

How Can We Help You?

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Pre-Marital Coaching

Are you interested in fine tuning your relationship, and want to learn skills to take your relationship from good to great before walking down the aisle to forever?

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Couples Coaching

You need something to change, and your relationship is hanging on by a thread. In the past week, has one of you contemplated divorce? 

At NSCW we do not accept insurance for couples or coaching services, this allows you the added benefit of not having to be diagnosed with a mental health condition or illness to utilize insurance.

Walk Talk Therapy
Sex Therapy
Individual Therapy

Walk Talk Therapy is a more relaxed environment than the counseling office.  It is a great way to jump start or support a fitness routine or active lifestyle. Walking while sharing your struggles and life situations can also be meditative. 

Services with an Associate/Intern

Our experienced and licensed sex therapists provide personalized care, specialized treatment and education for individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues related to sexual health and intimacy, such as low desire,  erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, inability to orgasm, challenges with penetration and female sexual pain.

Are you going through a difficult stage or season in life. Transitioning jobs, locations, relationships, or roles in life can lead to stress or anxiety, talking to someone may be helpful. Counseling can help you process through all the changes that are occurring.

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Workshops/Seminars

While in the temporarily licensed stage of licensure, an LPC-associate's services often cannot be paid by insurance. Therefore, associates tend to have lower "cash pay" rates than LPCs you also, have the added benefit of not having to be diagnosed with a mental health condition or illness to utilize insurance.

Groups, Workshops and Seminars may be held for your organization to fit your specific needs.

The PREPARE/ENRICH Program can be facilitated in group format with the same benefits to participants.

Workshops and Seminars can be presented on topics to fit your group's or organizations needs.

Please contact for details.

Investment

Investment
Individual Session
$100 and up

~ with Licensed Clinician $175

~ with Licensed Associate $100

Couples Session
$120 and up

~ with Licensed Clinician $235-$160

~ with Licensed Associate $120

Insurance/Payments
We accept the following insurances and various EAP plans

Aetna
United Healthcare
HSA
cigna
selfpay
employee assistance program
optum
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Hours & Availability

*please note hours depend on individual therapist schedule.

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Sessions are by appointment only

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Monday: 4:00 pm-6:00 pm

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Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm

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Friday: 4:00 pm- 6:00 pm 

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Saturday- 11am- 2:00 pm 

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Sunday: Closed

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Our office observes and closes for all major holidays.

(Scheduling subject to change)

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Contact Us for your Virtual Experience 

connect@nextstagecounseling.com | TEL.832-543-7255

Choice Change Clarity

FAQ

Where is your office located?

Therapy takes place virtually, so you can meet your counselor from the comfort of your home.

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Do I need special equipment?

You just need a device with a camera and microphone, and a private, quiet space.

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Which counselor will I see?

After your initial consultation with Nakia Roberson, she’ll help you decide which counselor is the best fit for you. That may be based on what you’re wanting to work on or your schedule availability.

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What are your hours?

Hours vary by therapist, as each clinician sets their own schedule. We offer flexible appointment times, including some evening and weekend availability. Please check your therapist’s calendar or contact us to find a time that works best for you.

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Do you take insurance?

Some of our counselors accept insurance, while others are private pay. Private pay services are considered out-of-network, and we do not bill insurance directly. We can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. We recommend calling the number on the back of your insurance card to ask about your out-of-network benefits. 

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Why would I not want to use my insurance benefits?

Using insurance for mental health care has some considerations:

  • Diagnosis Required: Insurance often requires a mental health diagnosis for coverage. While our counselors are trained to provide diagnoses, we prefer to focus on growth and support without labeling whenever possible.

  • Limited Coverage: Insurance may limit the number of sessions or the techniques we can use, which can restrict the full range of therapy tools available to you.

  • Privacy Concerns: Using insurance means your treatment becomes part of your insurance history and could be considered a pre-existing condition, potentially affecting future insurance coverage.

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Couples Counseling and Insurance:
We do not accept insurance for couples counseling. Many insurance plans do not cover couples therapy, and filing a claim would require providing details about both partners, which raises privacy concerns. Couples sessions are best handled privately so we can provide the most effective and confidential care.

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How long is a session?

Most sessions last 45–60 minutes, depending on the service, unless otherwise noted. If a longer session is needed, we’ll discuss it with you when scheduling.

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How many sessions will I need?

The number of sessions varies for each person, depending on your individual needs, goals and challenges. Scheduling and attending sessions regularly and completing any homework or exercises your counselor assigns can help you make progress.

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How much do you charge?

Fees vary based on the counselor’s experience and credentials, ranging from $100 to $215 per hour. We accept cash, checks, and credit cards. Payments are processed through HIPAA-compliant platforms like IVYPay, SimplePractice, or Headway, which protect your information and only store the last 4 digits of your card. Payment in full is expected at the time of your session.

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NOTICE TO CLIENTS

Licensure Board Information

The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council regulates licensed mental health professionals in Texas.

If you have questions about licensure or professional standards, you may contact BHEC directly:

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Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council – https://bhec.texas.gov/contact-us/

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Filing a Consumer Complaint

If you wish to file a consumer complaint regarding mental health services, you may do so with the Texas Office of the Attorney General:

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Office of the Attorney General – https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection

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Health Records

You have the right to request a copy of your mental health records. To do so,

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1. Submit a written request to our practice that includes your name, date of birth, and

2. How you would like to receive your records.

 

Requests can be submitted via email (admin@nextstagecounseling.com), through the secure client portal, or in writing.

 

In accordance with Texas law, we will respond within 15 days. Please note that there may be a fee for preparing records, with additional costs for printed copies. If you have any questions, please contact our office for assistance.

Speak to our clinical director about the fees associated with records requests.​

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