FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

• Individual therapy, in person and online
• Treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use
• Gender-affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ clients
• DOT Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluations
• DUI/DWI assessments
• Clinical supervision for social workers
• Professional workshops and consultation

See the full Services page for details.

Call or text 832-285-3911, email info@sgaservicestexas.com, or use the contact form. All services are private and confidential.

Both. Therapy is available in person or by telehealth. Call or text 832-285-3911 to talk about which option fits your situation.

Therapy is for adults 18 and older. Sonya has experience with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, substance use, and gender dysphoria. She is affirming of LGBTQ+ clients and also serves Veterans through The Headstrong Project.

• Anxiety and stress
• Depression and mood disorders
• Grief and loss
• Trauma and PTSD
• Gender dysphoria and identity concerns
• LGBTQ+ affirming care, including WPATH surgery letters
• Substance use disorders

Not sure if you’re a good fit? Reach out before your first session and ask.

Yes. Sonya specializes in gender-affirming therapy and is a WPATH Certified Clinician for SOC 8, with experience writing WPATH letters for gender-affirming surgery. SGA Services Texas, LLC is a Safe Zone. Learn more on the Gender Affirming Therapy page.

The first session is a chance to get to know each other. You’ll talk about what brought you in, your background, your concerns, and your goals. There’s no pressure — any treatment plan is created together with you.

Yes, for therapy. Accepted plans:

• Aetna
• BlueCross BlueShield
• Cigna
• Medicare
• United / Optum
• UT – EAP

SAP and DUI/DWI evaluation fees are not covered by insurance and are paid out of pocket.

Therapy is typically $150–$175 per session, depending on the service. All clients receive a Good Faith Estimate, as required by law.

Accepted payment: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash, HSA cards (therapy only), and debit cards (SAP and evaluations).

See Fees & Insurance for all rates.

A Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a clinician designated under U.S. Department of Transportation rules to evaluate employees who have violated DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations. The SAP recommends education and/or treatment and determines when the employee is ready to return to a safety-sensitive position.

Yes. Sonya holds the Qualified SAP (QSAP) credential along with her LCSW-S and LCDC licenses. Full details are on the DOT / SAP Info page.

The $550 SAP fee includes:

• Initial evaluation, with a letter to your referral source or employer
• Clearinghouse update, if applicable
• Treatment and/or education recommendations and referrals
• Follow-up session, with a letter that includes your return-to-duty testing schedule
• Updating your Clearinghouse status to “Ready for Return to Duty”
• Electronic copies of all letters

The fee does not include the cost of any referred treatment or education. SAP fees are not covered by insurance.