Do you accept insurance for therapy in Texas or Illinois?

Ryan Psychotherapy Group is an out-of-network provider and does not bill insurance directly. However, we provide a detailed superbill after each session that you can submit to your insurance carrier for reimbursement. Many clients with out-of-network mental health benefits are reimbursed 60 to 100 percent of session fees. We use Reimbursify to make the claims process simple - you can check your benefits and submit claims directly through our website. We encourage you to contact your insurance company before your first session to ask about your out-of-network outpatient psychotherapy benefits, specifically for CPT code 90837.

How much does couples therapy cost at Ryan Psychotherapy Group?

Session fees depend on the therapist and session length. With Rachelle Ryan, the initial 90-minute intake session is $250 to $325. Ongoing 75-minute couples sessions are $300, and 50-minute individual sessions are $225. With Cheyenne Palacios, the initial 50-minute intake is $215, standard 50-minute individual sessions are $185, and 35-minute sessions for teens are $145. We accept credit and debit cards, as well as HSA and FSA cards. Limited sliding-scale and pro bono spots are available for clients who qualify. Contact us to learn more.

Do you offer online therapy for couples in Texas?

Yes. Ryan Psychotherapy Group is an exclusively telehealth practice, which means all sessions are conducted online through a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. We serve couples and individuals throughout Texas and Illinois. Online therapy offers the same quality of care as in-person sessions with the added flexibility of connecting from your home, office, or any private space. Research consistently shows that online therapy is as effective as in-person therapy, and many couples find the convenience of telehealth removes barriers that might otherwise prevent them from getting support.

What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and how does it help couples?

Emotionally Focused Therapy, or EFT, is one of the most extensively researched and effective approaches to couples therapy in the world. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson in the 1980s and grounded in attachment science, EFT helps couples identify and break the negative cycles of conflict, withdrawal, and emotional shutdown that keep them stuck. Rather than focusing only on communication skills or surface behaviors, EFT reaches into the deeper emotions and unmet attachment needs that drive relationship conflict. Through three stages - de-escalation, restructuring the bond, and consolidation - couples develop the ability to express vulnerability, respond to each other with empathy, and build a more secure emotional connection. Rachelle Ryan has advanced training in EFT and integrates it as the primary framework in her work with couples.

How do I get started with therapy at Ryan Psychotherapy Group?

Getting started is straightforward. You can book a free 15-minute consultation directly through our online booking portal at ryanpsychotherapygroup.clientsecure.me. After scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email with intake paperwork through SimplePractice, which must be completed before your first appointment. Once your paperwork is submitted and a payment method is set up on file, your first session is confirmed. If you have questions about fit, availability, or which therapist is right for you, you are welcome to reach out by phone or through our contact form before booking.

Which states do you serve for online therapy?

Ryan Psychotherapy Group currently serves clients via telehealth in Texas and Illinois. Rachelle Ryan holds active licenses in both states - LPC in Texas (license #76664) and LCPC in Illinois (license #180.008806). Cheyenne Palacios is licensed as an LPC-Associate in Texas only. If you are located outside of Texas or Illinois, we are not able to provide therapy services at this time due to state licensing requirements. We encourage you to contact us with any questions about whether telehealth services are available to you.

Online Relationship Therapy in Texas & Illinois

Build Healthier Relationships. Feel More Connected.

Relationships shape so much of our lives—but communication, emotional connection, and navigating difficult moments do not always come easily.

At Ryan Psychotherapy Group, we help couples, individuals, and teens better understand themselves and their relationships, work through challenges, and develop healthier ways to connect.

Through secure online therapy, you can get support from the privacy and comfort of your own space.

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*All services are provided online and are available across the states of Illinois and Texas

Everyone experiences relationship challenges at different points in their lives.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE. WE SEE YOU. WE FEEL YOUR PAIN.

We know how painful it is to reach out to someone in the middle of a conflict and be met with cold resistance, followed by a painful retreat into silence. Whether it’s your partner who’s pulled away from you, or your teen child who’s stopped speaking to you, sometimes the space between you can grow so wide it feels like an unbridgeable chasm.

But here is the truth, relationships that are centered on mutual love, tenderness, and respect are possible. Even when your hearts feel broken and you feel distant from each other, you can rebuild trust, rediscover love, and feel close to each other again.

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Find the Support That's Right for You

Every relationship and every stage of life brings different challenges. We offer three focused therapy services to help you find support that fits your needs.

Individual Therapy

Understand yourself. Change your patterns.

Relationship challenges can affect your confidence, emotional well-being, and sense of self. Individual therapy can help you understand recurring patterns, strengthen self-worth, set healthier boundaries, and build more fulfilling connections.

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Teen Therapy & Parent Support

Help your teen navigate growing up.

Friendships, family relationships, anxiety, and changing emotions can make adolescence challenging. Therapy gives teens a supportive space to work through difficulties, while parent support can help caregivers strengthen communication and understanding.

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Couples Therapy

Reconnect with each other.

When conflict keeps repeating or emotional distance grows, it can be hard to know how to move forward. Couples therapy helps partners understand their patterns, communicate more openly, and work toward a more secure and connected relationship.

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Hi! We’re Rachelle and Cheyenne, the therapists here at Ryan Psychotherapy.

As a mother-daughter therapy team, we know about the art of navigating relationship dynamics (especially within family). One of the lessons we come back to time and time again with clients is that most relationship struggles, whether between partners or between a parent and teen, come from a repeating pattern.

It’s the pattern that’s the problem, not the person (or people) involved.

We’ve had the honor of walking this path with hundreds of couples and individuals who once felt the same fragility, uncertainty, and fear you’re feeling now. It’s also why we know that it’s possible to work through the messy, painful, and beautiful process of understanding, forgiveness, and healing.

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Rachelle Ryan, MA, LCPC, LPC, NCC

Clinical Director | Couples and Individual Relationship Therapy

With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Rachelle specializes in helping couples understand recurring patterns, navigate conflict, and rebuild emotional connection. Her work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), with additional training in the Gottman Method and attachment-based approaches.

Rachelle is licensed in Texas and Illinois.

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Cheyenne Palacios, MS, LPC-A

Teen and Adult Therapy | Parent Support

(Supervised by Jeffrey Gallup, MA, LPC-S)

Cheyenne works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, emotional challenges, and life transitions. Her approach draws from CBT, attachment-based, and person-centered therapies, with an emphasis on helping clients feel heard, supported, and better equipped to navigate challenges.

Cheyenne is licensed as an associate counselor in Texas.

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Taking the First Step Can Feel Easier Than You Think.

Step 1

Click the booking link below to schedule your initial session.

Step 2

Receive a link to our client portal to complete required documents prior to your session time.

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Step 3

Meet your therapist and share what’s bringing you in.

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Step 4

Begin working toward the connection you’re looking for.

ONLINE THERAPY IN TEXAS & ILLINOIS

Support That Fits Your Life

Ryan Psychotherapy Group provides online therapy to eligible clients in Texas and Illinois. Your therapist's availability depends on their state licensure and the service you are seeking.

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