The Travis County Health and Human Services (HHS) Counseling Center offers free, short-term individual counseling to current or former HHS clients and their family members ages 13 and older. The Counseling Center was created to make mental health services and support more accessible for individuals and families in need within the Travis County community. The program is designed to support individuals experiencing stress, life transitions, emotional and behavioral challenges, or other concerns that impact daily functioning and well-being.
Counseling services are provided by master’s-level clinical social work interns and closely supervised by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), ensuring quality, ethical, and developmentally appropriate care. Sessions focus on building coping skills, increasing self-awareness, and supporting clients in working toward their personal goals in a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental environment.
Services are accessed through referrals by HHS staff. Once referred, individuals are contacted to complete an intake process and determine appropriateness for short-term counseling services. The program typically offers a limited number of sessions aligned with a brief, goal-oriented model of care.
