Meaningful Counseling, PLLC
Kaitlyn McCarthy, MS, NCC, LPC Associate
Supervised by April Schoonover, MA, LPC-S
Intentionally tailored. Designed around you.
Our Philosophy
Therapy shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all. Some days you need a deep dive into your family history; other days you just need practical tools to calm a racing heart. Together, we will build a flexible, collaborative space that evolves alongside you.My work is humanistic, client-centered, and integrative. I believe you already carry important wisdom about your own life, and that feeling genuinely accepted and understood in the therapy room can be a powerful foundation for change.At the same time, I recognize that lasting change often requires more than the therapy relationship alone—especially when outside circumstances make growth harder. That is why our work includes both deep relational support and practical, skills-based tools.We draw from reflective, insight-driven conversation, practical cognitive strategies, and gentle body-based tools so that you can build greater clarity, emotional regulation, and agency—resources you can carry with you outside of session.Whether you’re carrying anxiety or heaviness, navigating a major life shift, learning how to set boundaries, moving through grief, or simply wanting to know yourself more kindly, I meet you in the middle of real life.No rigid agendas. Just careful, collaborative work that honors both your inner world and the realities of the world around you. If you’re looking for support that feels human, respectful, and steady, I would be honored to hold that space with you.
Meet Your Counselor
Hello, I’m Kaitlyn McCarthy, LPC Associate, practicing under the clinical supervision of April Schoonover, LPC-S.I established Meaningful Counseling to move away from rigid, checklist-driven approaches to mental health and instead offer a highly tailored clinical experience. I believe that sustainable growth requires nuanced attention and a deeply collaborative partnership.By keeping my practice caseload intentionally small, I am able to show up fully for each individual, ensuring your treatment adapts entirely to the pace you need—whether you are looking for focused, efficient tools to navigate an immediate challenge, or a deeper space to process long-standing patterns.I chose to focus my work here because traditional talk therapy often only scratches the surface, True, lasting resolution requires looking at the whole person and bridging the gap between your thoughts, emotional experiences, and physical well-being.By integrating traditional talk therapy and cognitive exploration with trauma-informed, body-based somatic approaches, we look beyond surface-level symptoms to address how mental patterns, chronic stress, and past trauma impact your daily vitality. Together, we can unpack how early family systems shape your current adult relationships, career boundaries, and parenting styles, giving you practical strategies to release anxiety and find greater clarity.In our sessions, you can expect a grounded, calm presence and a sophisticated, collaborative framework. I earned both my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Tarleton State University, and I hold national certification as an NCC.This rigorous clinical foundation is further enhanced by my continuing education and advanced study in trauma-informed care, somatic wellness, and family dynamics. Outside of my clinical practice, you can usually find me immersed in the latest psychology literature or enjoying time at home with my family.
Kaitlyn McCarthy is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (License #102764) practicing under the clinical supervision of April Schoonover, LPC-S (License #72935). Supervisor contact: 210-942-8911. This structure ensures that every client receives thoughtful, accountable care in accordance with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council regulations—and it means your work is supported by the combined experience and perspective of two clinicians.
Services and Investment
I offer dedicated, one-on-one counseling for adults (18+) seeking a collaborative and personalized approach to therapy. Whether you are navigating a difficult season, wanting to understand yourself more deeply, or looking for practical tools to manage stress, our work will be tailored to meet you exactly where you are in real time.100% Telehealth Video Sessions Across Texas
50-Minute Individual Sessions · $100 InvestmentMeaningful Counseling, PLLC is a private-pay practice and does not accept health insurance. Operating as a self-pay practice allows me to protect your confidentiality and provide your care with focused, unhurried attention, completely free from the rigid restrictions or mandatory diagnoses required by insurance companies. All major credit cards, debit cards, and HSA/FSA cards are securely accepted and processed directly through your client portal.
Contact Us
I offer dedicated evening appointments on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 5:00PM and 6:00PM.Because I keep my caseload intentionally small to provide focused care, available slots are limited. To protect your privacy, please click the button below to access our secure portal and submit an initial scheduling inquiry or manage existing appointments.
PRIVACY NOTICE: Please note that email and social media platforms are not secure or HIPAA-compliant forms of communication. To protect your confidentiality, please refrain from sharing sensitive personal or clinical information via email or social media messaging, and instead utilize our secure phone line or click the gray button above to directly access our secure, HIPAA-compliant EHR platform. I cannot guarantee privacy for clinical details sent via email or social media.
Notice to Texas Consumers
This notice is provided to comply with Texas state licensing requirements and Section 181.105 of the Texas Health & Safety Code. As a client or consumer of mental health services in the State of Texas, you have specific rights regarding your care, your records, and professional accountability.1. Requesting Your Health Care Records
You have the right to access, inspect, and obtain a copy of your mental health records maintained by this practice.HOW TO REQUEST: To request a copy of your records, you must submit a written request. You may email your request to [email protected] with the subject line "Records Request – Your Full Name".TIMELINE: In accordance with the Texas Medical Records Privacy Act, this practice will respond to your request within 15 days of receipt and provide the appropriate records within 30 days. Administrative fees for copying and record preparation may apply as permitted by state law.2. Contacting the Licensing Authority
This practice is regulated by the state board. For general inquiries or to verify a license, contact the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC):ADDRESS: 1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 7.300, Austin, Texas 78701PHONE: (512) 305-7700 or Toll-Free Complaint Line at 1-800-821-3205.3. Filing a Consumer Complaint
If you have concerns about the conduct or ethics of a provider, you have the right to file a formal complaint.TO BHEC: Submit the official BHEC Complaint Form via email to [email protected] or mail to the address above.TO THE TEXAS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Complaints can also be filed with the Office of the Texas Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division.