Mental Health Care That Honors Your Story
Therapy that heals you — and someone who needs it most.
Helen's Project provides affordable, culturally responsive therapy, psychiatry, and community support. Every session you book — through insurance, cash-pay, EAP, or membership — helps fund free care for someone who can't afford it.
Virtual care available in: TX · OK · LA · VA · CO · WA · MS · AZ · AR · AL · FL
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Find your path to care.
Whether you have insurance, pay out of pocket, come through your employer, or need free care — there's a place for you at Helen's Project.
Pay Out of Pocket
Full-rate sessions with any provider. Flexible scheduling, no insurance needed.
Learn More →Use Your Insurance
We accept most major insurance plans. Check your eligibility in minutes.
Check Eligibility →Heal It Forward
Free or reduced-cost care for those who qualify. Funded by our community of paying clients.
See If You QualifyThe Reserve
Monthly membership for consistent, affordable access to care and community.
Explore Membership →The Heal It Forward Program
You pay for care.
Someone in need receives it — for free.
When you book a session at Helen's Project — through any tier — a portion funds free and low-cost care for individuals and families who otherwise couldn't access mental health support. Heal It Forward isn't just a program. It's the reason Helen's Project exists.
Need care?
If cost has been a barrier to getting mental health support, you may qualify for free or reduced-cost sessions through Heal It Forward.
See If You QualifyWant to give?
You can also donate directly to the Heal It Forward fund and expand access to care in your community.
Support the MissionOur Services
Therapy, psychiatry, group support, and wellness coaching — all under one roof. Available across all care tiers.
Therapy & Counseling
Individual, couples, and family therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and more.
Learn More →Psychiatry & Medication Management
Evidence-based prescribing and medication support for ADHD, mood, and complex mental health needs.
Learn More →Community Programs & Healing Circles
Culturally grounded groups, peer support, and community events that reduce isolation.
Learn More →Care Navigation & Support Services
Case management, referrals, and coordinated care to support you fully between sessions.
Learn More →Meet Our Providers
Our clinicians bring lived experience, advanced training, and genuine compassion to every session. Dr. Kayla Smith personally supervises each provider on our team.
Dr. Kayla Smith, LCSW
"I started Helen's Project because I believe every person deserves care that honors their story — not just their diagnosis."Book with Dr. Kayla
What Clients Are Saying
"I came in through my employer's EAP and didn't expect much. Six sessions later I have tools I use every day."
— Client in Texas, workplace stress & anxiety
"The sliding scale through HIF made it possible for me to get care I couldn't afford. I had no idea this existed."
— Client in Louisiana, anxiety & financial stress
"I'm on The Reserve membership and it's the most consistent support I've had. Knowing my sessions also help someone else makes it feel even more worth it."
— Client in Oklahoma, grief & life transitions
Getting Started Is Simple
Book an Appointment
Choose a time online or call (830) 400-7037. Your first session may include a pre-assessment ($10–$150 based on income).
Complete Your Intake Forms
Fill out your intake forms online — about 10 minutes. Helps us match you with the right provider and tier.
Meet With Your Provider
Connect via secure telehealth video. Your provider reviews your goals and builds a care plan together with you.
Receive Ongoing Support
Regular sessions, progress check-ins, and community resources to support your long-term wellbeing.
Insurance & Payment
We work with most major insurance plans, accept self-pay, and offer free and reduced-cost care through Heal It Forward. Everyone has a path to care here.
No insurance? No problem.
Through Heal It Forward, we offer free and reduced-cost care to qualifying individuals and families. You don't need insurance to access support at Helen's Project.
See If You Qualify for HIFFor Employers & Organizations
Invest in your team's mental health.
Helen's Project partners with companies, nonprofits, and government agencies to provide employee mental health programs, crisis response capacity, and EAP-style support. Your investment in your team also funds free care for those who need it most through Heal It Forward.
- Confidential mental health sessions for employees
- Crisis response and referral support
- Impact reports and program data
- Recognition as a community-centered employer and HIF funder
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Meet Ellie & Harlow — Helen's Project's mental wellness companions.