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Our psychiatrists are routinely rated amongst the top psychiatrists in Houston as rated by Houstonia and Living Magazine. Our psychiatrists have been featured in WebMD, Men's Health, Momtastic, Forbes, KHOU 11, Cosmopolitan, Entrepreneur, and Women's Health. Our Houston clinic strives to empower patients with hope, resilience, and a better understanding of their mental health condition. Our psychiatrists are in network with Aetna, United, Oscar, BCBS, Catelon, Cigna, and Optum.
Please complete your new Houston patient paperwork prior to your initial psychiatrist appointment. Emails will come from Charm Health (EMR and patient portal) and Headway (billing).
This clinic currently treats patients 12+. We refer child patients to Child Psychiatrist.
At our Houston psychiatric clinic, we believe that accessing high-quality mental health care should be straightforward and affordable. That’s why we accept a wide range of insurance plans for psychiatric services, making it easier for individuals and families across the Houston area to receive the support they need. Whether you are looking for treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or other mental health conditions, we work with many major insurance providers to reduce out-of-pocket costs and streamline your care.
We are currently in-network with the following mental health insurance plans:
If you’re searching for a psychiatrist in Houston who accepts insurance, our practice is here to help. We serve patients from Tomball, Spring, Conroe, Northwest Houston, and surrounding communities, both in-person and through online psychiatry appointments available throughout Texas.
Our front office team is happy to verify your benefits and explain your mental health coverage before your first visit. Whether you're using insurance for medication management, psychiatric evaluations, or ongoing treatment, we aim to make the process simple and transparent.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment with a Houston psychiatrist who takes BCBS, Cigna, United, Aetna, Optum, or Carelon insurance.
Please complete your new Houston patient paperwork prior to your initial psychiatrist appointment. Emails will come from Charm Health (EMR and patient portal) and Headway (billing).
This clinic currently treats patients 12+. We refer child patients to Child Psychiatrist.
At our Houston psychiatric clinic, we believe that accessing high-quality mental health care should be straightforward and affordable. That’s why we accept a wide range of insurance plans for psychiatric services, making it easier for individuals and families across the Houston area to receive the support they need. Whether you are looking for treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or other mental health conditions, we work with many major insurance providers to reduce out-of-pocket costs and streamline your care.
We are currently in-network with the following mental health insurance plans:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Aetna
- Optum
- Carelon Behavioral Health (formerly Beacon Health Options)
If you’re searching for a psychiatrist in Houston who accepts insurance, our practice is here to help. We serve patients from Tomball, Spring, Conroe, Northwest Houston, and surrounding communities, both in-person and through online psychiatry appointments available throughout Texas.
Our front office team is happy to verify your benefits and explain your mental health coverage before your first visit. Whether you're using insurance for medication management, psychiatric evaluations, or ongoing treatment, we aim to make the process simple and transparent.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment with a Houston psychiatrist who takes BCBS, Cigna, United, Aetna, Optum, or Carelon insurance.
Psychiatry and Counseling Staff
Dr. Matthew Hinthorn is a board-certified psychiatrist proudly serving the greater Houston area. He completed both medical school and his psychiatry residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he received comprehensive training in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD.
Now based in north Houston, Dr. Hinthorn is passionate about improving mental health care across the city. He brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to psychiatric treatment and is committed to helping individuals 12+ achieve long-term emotional wellness. As a Houston psychiatrist, he understands the unique challenges faced by residents in this diverse and fast-paced city, and he works closely with each patient to create personalized treatment plans.
Dr. Hinthorn welcomes new patients in Houston, The Woodlands, Spring, The Heights, and surrounding communities. Whether you're seeking a psychiatric evaluation, medication management, or support for ongoing mental health concerns, he offers compassionate, expert care close to home.
Now based in north Houston, Dr. Hinthorn is passionate about improving mental health care across the city. He brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to psychiatric treatment and is committed to helping individuals 12+ achieve long-term emotional wellness. As a Houston psychiatrist, he understands the unique challenges faced by residents in this diverse and fast-paced city, and he works closely with each patient to create personalized treatment plans.
Dr. Hinthorn welcomes new patients in Houston, The Woodlands, Spring, The Heights, and surrounding communities. Whether you're seeking a psychiatric evaluation, medication management, or support for ongoing mental health concerns, he offers compassionate, expert care close to home.
Alyssa Lucas is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with extensive experience in outpatient mental health care, treating a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. She is passionate about providing personalized, evidence-based psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults in The Woodlands and surrounding Houston communities.
Alyssa previously served as an instructor at the University of Texas at Austin, where she trained future clinicians in advanced psychiatric practices. Now, she’s proud to bring her expertise back home to The Woodlands, where she offers compassionate, comprehensive care focused on helping each patient reach emotional wellness and stability.
If you're looking for a psychiatric provider in The Woodlands who offers thoughtful medication management and a supportive approach to mental health, Alyssa Lucas is here to help.
Alyssa previously served as an instructor at the University of Texas at Austin, where she trained future clinicians in advanced psychiatric practices. Now, she’s proud to bring her expertise back home to The Woodlands, where she offers compassionate, comprehensive care focused on helping each patient reach emotional wellness and stability.
If you're looking for a psychiatric provider in The Woodlands who offers thoughtful medication management and a supportive approach to mental health, Alyssa Lucas is here to help.
Dr. Jared Heathman is board certified in general psychiatry and addiction medicine. He completed medical school at Texas Tech University Health Science Center and residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He was born and raised in Houston, TX. Dr. Heathman provides substance dependence treatment including outpatient detox, Suboxone, and abstinence based medications when appropriate. He has particular interests in ADHD, OCD, and treatment-resistant depression.
John Gillespie is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) providing individual and group counseling in Houston, TX. He earned his Master’s degree from the Warden School of Social Work at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, and though he trained across Texas, he proudly calls Houston home.
John has extensive experience working with adults and adolescents facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. His areas of focus include addiction recovery, behavioral modification, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, and other mood disorders. John brings a trauma-informed approach to therapy, shaped by his personal experience as a proud Iraq War veteran, offering a level of empathy and perspective that resonates with many of his clients.
At our Houston counseling practice, John is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized therapy. He meets each client where they are, helping them build practical tools for recovery, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Whether you're searching for a counselor to help with addiction in Houston, a therapist for teen anxiety, or support for post-traumatic stress, John is here to guide your journey.
John has extensive experience working with adults and adolescents facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. His areas of focus include addiction recovery, behavioral modification, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, and other mood disorders. John brings a trauma-informed approach to therapy, shaped by his personal experience as a proud Iraq War veteran, offering a level of empathy and perspective that resonates with many of his clients.
At our Houston counseling practice, John is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized therapy. He meets each client where they are, helping them build practical tools for recovery, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Whether you're searching for a counselor to help with addiction in Houston, a therapist for teen anxiety, or support for post-traumatic stress, John is here to guide your journey.