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59

MarketCare Score · out of 100

Samaritan Center for Counseling

North Austin / Research Blvd(512) 451-7337Mental Health No Insurance Required
4(0 Google)

Services & Pricing

Cash-pay prices · No insurance needed

ProcedureCash Price
BestInitial counseling session
$175
Ongoing counseling session
$150
Acupuncture — initial
$45
Acupuncture — ongoing
$40
Veteran counseling (Hope for Heroes)
Sliding scale

💡 Prices verified Feb 2026. Always confirm pricing with the provider before booking.

About This Provider

Nonprofit. Sliding scale available through Healthy Community Program. Acupuncture at $40–$45/session is among the most affordable in Austin.

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MarketCare Score

59

out of 100

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No Insurance Required

Cash-pay pricing. No referrals, no surprise bills.

Contact

Address

8956 Research Blvd, Building 2, Austin, TX 78758

Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Payment

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