Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Services in Lufkin, TX
Connections Counseling is dedicated to addressing the mental health needs of East Texas communities through evidence-based practices. Our mission focuses on reducing mental health stigma while providing individualized care for adults, children, teens, couples, and families. With offices in Lufkin and Nacogdoches, we combine traditional in-person therapy with HIPAA-compliant teletherapy to ensure accessibility for Texas residents. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. We offer comprehensive services including psychological evaluations, specialized testing for neurodevelopmental conditions, and targeted interventions for first responders.The practice maintains strict professional standards while fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes client confidentiality and therapeutic effectiveness. Our public speaking engagements and community outreach programs demonstrate our commitment to advancing mental health awareness across diverse populations. Through continuous professional development and adherence to ethical guidelines, we ensure our team remains at the forefront of clinical excellence in mental health care.
Services
Adult Therapy
Child Therapy
Couples Therapy
Group Therapy
Teletherapy
Psychological Evaluations
ADHD Evaluations
Autism Evaluations
Presurgical Evaluations
Family Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer HIPAA-compliant teletherapy for Texas residents
- Our team includes licensed professionals with specialized training
- We provide evidence-based treatments for diverse mental health needs
- We maintain offices in both Lufkin and Nacogdoches, TX
- We offer specialized psychological evaluations for various populations
What people say
Compassionate care
Experienced team
Effective therapy approaches
Accessible teletherapy
Professional environment
Services
Adult Therapy
Our adult therapy services address various mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches. Clients receive personalized treatment plans targeting depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. The therapeutic process focuses on developing coping strategies and improving overall emotional well-being through structured sessions with licensed professionals.
Child Therapy
Specialized child therapy addresses behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges in young clients. Our therapists use age-appropriate techniques to help children manage anxiety, ADHD symptoms, and social difficulties. Parent involvement ensures consistent support across home and therapeutic environments while maintaining child confidentiality.
Teletherapy
HIPAA-compliant teletherapy provides accessible mental health care through secure video platforms. This service maintains the same therapeutic standards as in-person sessions while offering flexibility for clients in remote locations or with mobility challenges. Technical support ensures smooth virtual session experiences.
Psychological Evaluations
Comprehensive psychological evaluations identify cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns through standardized testing. The process includes intake interviews, test administration, interpretation, and detailed reporting with actionable recommendations for clients, physicians, or educational institutions.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication patterns and resolving relationship conflicts. Therapists help partners develop mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving strategies. Sessions address specific relationship challenges while promoting long-term emotional connection and partnership goals.
People
Dr. Laura Beth Cooper
Psychologist
Dr. Cooper specializes in corporate mental health consulting and public speaking engagements. She brings extensive experience in workplace mental health strategies and has presented at numerous professional conferences across Texas.
Lori Coon
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lori Coon provides comprehensive counseling services with expertise in individual and group therapy approaches. She focuses on creating personalized treatment plans that address clients' specific mental health needs.
Stephanie Knox
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Stephanie Knox offers specialized counseling services with a focus on community mental health initiatives. Her practice emphasizes accessible care and outreach programs for underserved populations.
John Mlinar
Licensed Professional Counselor
John Mlinar provides therapeutic interventions for individuals facing various mental health challenges. His approach combines evidence-based practices with personalized care strategies tailored to each client's needs.
Jeff Schulz
Licensed Professional Counselor
Jeff Schulz specializes in individual counseling with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. He works with clients to develop practical solutions for managing mental health concerns.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide adult, child, and adolescent therapy; couples counseling; group sessions; psychological evaluations; and teletherapy options.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept major insurance providers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Medicare.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant teletherapy sessions accessible via computer, tablet, or phone for Texas residents.
What are your office locations?
We have offices at 1609 W. Frank Ste. B, Lufkin, TX 75904 and 310 N. University, Nacogdoches, TX 75964.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (936) 272-0555 to schedule, or use our online request form for initial appointments and intake process.
What psychological evaluations do you provide?
We offer ADHD, autism, presurgical, and general psychological evaluations with comprehensive reporting and feedback sessions.
