Therapy FAQs in Katy, TX and Across Texas

New-client appointments are often available within 1–3 business days, depending on the therapist, service, and schedule you need. We offer in-person counseling in Katy and virtual appointments across Texas. Contact our team if you would like help finding the earliest available fit.

We work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Services include individual therapy, couples counseling, family counseling, play therapy, teen counseling, groups and intensives, and reduced-rate counseling options. Visit our Therapy Services page to compare options.

Yes. In-person sessions are available at our Katy office, and secure telehealth is available for clients who are physically located in Texas at the time of the session. Evening and weekend appointments may be available depending on the clinician.

Social House Wellness is not a 24-hour crisis facility, and our phone, email, and contact form are not monitored for emergencies. Call 911 if there is immediate danger. For crisis support, call or text 988.

We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, and Optum plans. Coverage varies by plan and therapist, so our team verifies benefits as a courtesy before your first appointment. You can also view private-pay and reduced-rate options on our Rates page.

Please give at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations and missed appointments are charged a $50 fee, which insurance does not cover.

Complete the intake paperwork in the secure client portal and keep a credit card on file before your first session. If therapy is for a minor, we may also need a parenting plan or divorce decree. Your therapist will review what to expect and answer questions during the first appointment.

Meghan Galliger, LPC-Associate

Meghan provides therapy for teens and adults with a calm and supportive approach. She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practices, strengths-based work, and emotionally focused interventions.

She helps clients navigating anxiety, school or work stress, emotional regulation challenges, relationship concerns, and self-esteem issues. Clients appreciate her steady presence and ability to make therapy feel safe, reflective, and meaningful.

 
Ashley Rodriguez, LPC

Ashley is a fully licensed professional counselor providing bilingual therapy in English and Spanish. She offers culturally responsive care for children, teens, and adults, blending CBT, trauma-informed strategies, play therapy, and emotion-focused approaches.

She specializes in anxiety, family stress, identity exploration, emotional regulation, and relationship concerns. Ashley’s presence is warm, grounded, and easy to connect with, making her especially effective with children and families seeking a bilingual therapist who understands cultural nuance.

Yazan Akkad

Yazan is a practicum counseling student with an interest in understanding the complexities of the human mind and emotions. He graduated from the University of Houston with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in biology, which sparked his curiosity to explore the nuances of human behavior and learn how to help those that struggle with it.

Currently, Yazan is pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Houston – Clear Lake.

His aim is to create a supportive space for individuals to navigate their personal challenges and growth. Yazan’s aspiration is to become a Licensed Practicing Counselor (LPC) and earn recognition as a National Certified Counselor (NCC), reflecting his commitment to making a positive impact in others’ lives.

Yazan hopes to develop a counseling approach that draws inspiration from various therapeutic styles, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and elements of Gestalt theory. He believes that these approaches offer practical tools to help individuals make meaningful changes in their lives.

When he’s not diving into his studies, Yazan loves spending time working on his cars, getting a good workout in, and making fond memories with friends and family. With a warm and approachable demeanor, he’s excited to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery and personal development, providing a helping hand along the way.

Clients Yazan Sees

Ages: Children 10+, Adolescents/Teens, Adults

Services: Individual, Couples, Family

Concerns: Anxiety, Depression, Relational issues

Yazan does not accept insurance, however, his sessions start at $40.

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Jasmine Porche-Ware, LMFT-Associate

Jasmine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Associate specializing in trauma-informed care, with a focused commitment to serving BIPOC individuals, couples, and families. As a certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) provider through the State of Texas and a certified sex therapist, Jasmine brings advanced clinical training and a culturally responsive perspective to her work.

Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. Jasmine integrates evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Structural Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). She also offers EMDR in individual sessions when it aligns with a client’s treatment goals. In work with couples, she incorporates Gottman Method principles to support improved communication, emotional connection, and relationship stability.

She helps clients understand and transform relational patterns, fostering stronger connections, healthier communication, and lasting emotional well-being. Jasmine is dedicated to creating a safe, affirming space where clients can recognize that healing and growth happen within the context of meaningful relationships.

Maria Ramirez, LPC

Maria Ramirez is a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor at Social House Wellness Company who provides therapy in English and Spanish. Her work is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and respect for each client’s culture, identity, and lived experience.

Her integrative approach draws from Family Systems Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered Therapy. Maria also offers EMDR in individual sessions when it fits a client’s needs and treatment goals. She supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, grief including migratory grief, cultural adjustment, self-esteem, identity concerns, and family dynamics.

Maria is especially skilled at helping clients work through self-criticism, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the pressure to hold everything together. She offers compassionate bilingual care in person and through secure online therapy across Texas.

Haley Diaz, LPC-Associate

Haley brings a compassionate and reflective style to her work with children, teens, adults, and families. She integrates CBT, person-centered therapy, trauma-informed care, and to support clients navigating anxiety, emotional regulation, identity development, and life transitions.

Clients appreciate her calm presence, thoughtful pacing, and ability to create a space where each person feels genuinely heard and supported.

 
Dr. Monique Rahman
Dr. Monique Rahman is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a professor of Professional Counseling at the University of Houston-Victoria. She graduated from Texas A&M University’s Honors Psychology program with a minor in Neuroscience, earned her graduate degree in Counselor Education with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Houston–Victoria and completed her Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision at St. Mary’s University, specializing in play therapy. She is also a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), the evidenced-based approach to therapy with children. With extensive experience in university helplines, psychiatric hospitals, community agencies, and private practices, Dr. Rahman has worked with clients in crisis, including those experiencing suicidal, homicidal, or psychotic episodes. She is also dedicated to helping individuals manage everyday stressors and empowering them to become healthier, happier versions of themselves in an attempt to prevent crises from occurring. Dr. Rahman takes a holistic approach to mental health, addressing all aspects of wellness. She works from a compassionate, inclusive and client-focused approach, advocating for proactive mental healthcare that assists clients in finding their authenticity. Her philosophy is, “If you don’t wait for a broken bone to see the doctor or for gingivitis to see the dentist, why wait for a crisis to see a counselor?” She praises her clients for taking control of their emotional health, often emphasizing that ignoring it is the “crazy” option. Monique integrates creativity, expressive arts, and engaging activities into her sessions, supporting clients across the lifespan. She is passionate about creating a supportive environment for healing, especially through play therapy for children and therapeutic support for adults. Outside of her professional roles, Monique enjoys spending time with her family and dogs, watching the latest trending TV show or movie, traveling, crafting, or enjoying a good book with a cup of tea. Clients Dr. Monique Rahman Sees: Ages: Children 2+, Adolescents/Teens, Adults Services: Individual, Play, Couples, Family Therapy Areas of Focus: Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Life Stress, Transitions, LGBTQ+, Self-Esteem, Wellness, Self-Harm, Suicide* Please note that Dr. Rahman does not accept insurance. *It should be noted that active suicidal ideation is best served by a more intensive level of care than outpatient counseling. Dr. Rahman can assist clients in assessing their level of care needed, and is happy to make recommendations for more emergent resources.
Adam Rahman, LPC-S

Adam is the founder and Clinical Director of Social House Wellness Company. His style is grounded, intuitive, and collaborative, combining Adlerian therapy, EMDR, Reality Therapy, and parts-informed work.

He specializes in trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and supporting high-achieving adults navigating stress and major transitions. Clients appreciate his steady, direct, and emotionally safe presence, which helps them gain clarity and long-term resilience.

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