How much does a psychiatrist or therapist cost?
Review published self-pay rates and ask for an estimate of your insurance responsibility before booking. Coverage and costs depend on your specific plan, clinician, visit type and deductible. Confirm network status and expected costs before booking.
Cost information updated October 13, 2026
How to check your expected cost
Your plan may apply a copay, coinsurance or a deductible. An eligibility check does not guarantee insurer payment. Review the published self-pay rates below or call 469-733-0848 to request an estimate for your planned appointment.
Lyte participates with several insurance plans. Review the insurance and benefit verification guide and confirm your specific plan, clinician and service.
Lyte Psychiatry self-pay rates
These are published self-pay prices at Lyte Psychiatry. They are separate from an insured patient's copay, deductible or coinsurance.
| Service | Length | Self-pay |
|---|---|---|
| Initial psychiatric evaluationThe first appointment with a prescriber: full history, diagnostic assessment, and a treatment plan. Any prescription that is clinically appropriate can start at this visit. | 50–60 minutes | $250 |
| Psychiatric follow-upMedication management after the evaluation — response, side effects, dose adjustments, and refills. | 20–30 minutes | $150 |
| Therapy — initial sessionFirst session with a licensed therapist: what brought you in, history, goals, and the approach that fits. | 50–55 minutes | $150 |
| Therapy — follow-up sessionOngoing individual therapy with the same clinician. Weekly or every other week, depending on the plan you set together. | 45–50 minutes | $125 |
| Late cancellation or no-showCancel or reschedule at least 24 hours ahead and there is no charge. Inside 24 hours — or a missed appointment — is billed at $100. Insurance does not cover this fee. | $100 |
Ask for a written estimate
If you are uninsured or choosing not to use insurance, ask for a Good Faith Estimate before scheduling. An estimate is also generally required when you schedule care at least three business days in advance.
A bill at least $400 above the estimate may qualify for the federal dispute process. Eligibility and deadlines apply; review the linked CMS guidance and keep your written estimate.
How insurance coverage works
Coverage and costs depend on your specific plan, clinician, visit type and deductible. Confirm network status and expected costs before booking. Ask whether your plan requires a referral or authorization, and whether therapy and medication visits have separate cost-sharing.
Lyte verifies benefits before the first appointment. The insurer's final processing determines your responsibility; an estimate is not a guarantee of payment.
Making care more affordable
Our secure telehealth care across Texas may reduce travel expenses. Confirm the scheduled clinician, your telehealth benefits and the expected cost for the appointment.
Use your in-network benefits
Confirm your exact clinician is in network and compare your expected insurance responsibility with the published self-pay price.
Ask for a Good Faith Estimate
Know your number in writing before you commit.
Choose telehealth
Video appointments may reduce travel expenses. Ask about your plan's telehealth benefits before choosing a format.
Plan follow-up care
Ask your clinician about the expected visit schedule and ask the clinic for an estimate of the associated costs.
Frequently asked questions about cost
How much does a psychiatrist cost at Lyte Psychiatry?
Your insured cost depends on your plan, clinician, appointment type and deductible. Lyte publishes self-pay rates for initial evaluations, follow-ups and therapy below. Call 469-733-0848 to request an estimate before booking.
Does Lyte Psychiatry take insurance?
Lyte Psychiatry participates with several insurance plans. Coverage and costs depend on your specific plan, clinician, visit type and deductible. Confirm network status and expected costs before booking. See the insurance guide for current carrier information; a carrier name alone does not establish coverage.
How much does therapy cost without insurance?
Lyte Psychiatry publishes separate self-pay rates for the initial therapy session and follow-up sessions in the table below. Confirm the visit type and fee before booking; insured cost-sharing is a separate calculation.
What is a Good Faith Estimate and can I get one?
If you are uninsured or choosing not to use insurance, you can request a written Good Faith Estimate before scheduling. Estimates are also generally required when care is scheduled at least three business days in advance. See the CMS guidance linked below for timing and dispute requirements.
Is telehealth psychiatry cheaper than in-person?
Telehealth may reduce travel costs, but insurance coverage and your share of the cost depend on your plan, clinician and visit type. Verify video-visit benefits separately; do not assume that telehealth and in-person charges or coverage are identical.
Related: Find a therapist · All FAQs · attention and focus support
Sources & further reading
- CMS — No Surprises Act & Good Faith Estimates
- CMS — Mental Health Parity
- National Alliance on Mental Illness — Understanding Health Insurance
Educational information only; not a substitute for individualized medical or financial advice.
Request a cost estimate before you book
We can help check your benefits and estimate your responsibility.Most new patients are seen within 1–2 business days. Weekend appointments are limited.