Access Counseling

Access Counseling To provide affordable counseling to individuals who otherwise could not afford mental health care.

For over three decades, ACCESS (Aransas County Counseling & Educational Support Services) has been a steady hand for the Coastal Bend, providing affordable services and hope when it was needed most. Access Counseling works solely on grants and private donations, we accept any donation - large and small to help subsidize the cost of mental health care for people who wish to help themselves.

Day 22 – Thanksgiving EveAt Access, we remember that Thanksgiving Eve brings a pause before the noise of tomorrow.Tonigh...
11/26/2025

Day 22 – Thanksgiving Eve

At Access, we remember that Thanksgiving Eve brings a pause before the noise of tomorrow.

Tonight is for warmth, steadiness, and whatever version of “rest” you need.

Day 21 – What's on the HorizonComing in 2026 → Letters, Numbers & Giggles!Families learn best by playing together. Our n...
11/25/2025

Day 21 – What's on the Horizon

Coming in 2026 → Letters, Numbers & Giggles!

Families learn best by playing together. Our new workshops build literacy, confidence, and calm-down skills, all through hands-on fun. We can't wait to share more about this program and exciting new partnership!

Follow us at Access Counseling to learn more about the details coming soon! 🎉

Day 20 – Spotlight on Stephanie MartinezToday we celebrate counselor Stephanie Martinez, LCSW. Her warmth and dedication...
11/24/2025

Day 20 – Spotlight on Stephanie Martinez

Today we celebrate counselor Stephanie Martinez, LCSW. Her warmth and dedication make children and families feel seen and supported.

We’re grateful for her heart, her skill, and her service.

Day 19 – Our Amazing ClientsAccess beliefs in providing affordable counseling for a stronger community and healthier liv...
11/23/2025

Day 19 – Our Amazing Clients

Access beliefs in providing affordable counseling for a stronger community and healthier lives.

Every story like this fuels our mission.

Day 18 – Telehealth Launch!When COVID closed doors in 2020, Access opened our laptops. It was a different format, but th...
11/22/2025

Day 18 – Telehealth Launch!

When COVID closed doors in 2020, Access opened our laptops. It was a different format, but the same heart. Telehealth became a lifeline for dozens of Texas families who needed support more than ever.

Access will always find a way to show up.

Day 17 – Spotlight on Linda Lee, LPC - CounselorFor almost three decades, Linda Lee has poured her heart into serving ch...
11/21/2025

Day 17 – Spotlight on Linda Lee, LPC - Counselor

For almost three decades, Linda Lee has poured her heart into serving children and families at Access.

Today we honor her steady presence, her deep compassion, and the countless lives she has helped shape.

Thank you, Linda! Your legacy is woven into every inch of this place.

Day 16 – Halfway Mark! 🎉We’re halfway through our 30 Days of Access!Looking back at our early years, our volunteers, cou...
11/20/2025

Day 16 – Halfway Mark! 🎉

We’re halfway through our 30 Days of Access!

Looking back at our early years, our volunteers, counselors, and community who trusted us has been a meaningful reminder of why this work matters.

Thank you for walking with us through these reflections as we approach our 30th anniversary.

Day 15 – Hurricane HarveyHurricane Harvey changed everything overnight. Homes and businesses were destroyed, routines di...
11/19/2025

Day 15 – Hurricane Harvey

Hurricane Harvey changed everything overnight. Homes and businesses were destroyed, routines disappeared, and families were left trying to make sense of it all.

Access worked to reopen as quickly as possible, and within five months, our doors were open again. The need for support doubled almost instantly.

With your support, we were able to focus on being there for our community.

Day 14 – A Parent’s PerspectiveSupporting a child means supporting the whole family. Thank you for helping us be there w...
11/18/2025

Day 14 – A Parent’s Perspective

Supporting a child means supporting the whole family. Thank you for helping us be there when families in our community need it most.

Day 13 – Reflecting BackWhen people believe in each other, even the smallest space can become a lifeline.Access grew bec...
11/17/2025

Day 13 – Reflecting Back

When people believe in each other, even the smallest space can become a lifeline.

Access grew because people here kept offering those small acts of support, again and again. Thirty years later, that belief is still carrying families through.

As we look ahead, we are so grateful that same community spirit will guide the next 30 years.

Day 12 – Keeping Care Within ReachSince the beginning, Access has relied on a balance of grants, community giving, and s...
11/16/2025

Day 12 – Keeping Care Within Reach

Since the beginning, Access has relied on a balance of grants, community giving, and sliding-scale fees to make counseling accessible.

It’s a shared effort, neighbors helping neighbors, and it’s what keeps our doors open to everyone.

As we celebrate over three decades of service, please join us in continuing the mission: https://givebutter.com/c/access2025

Day 11 – Growing Forward!We’ve come a long way since our early days.As our community’s needs have grown, we’ve grown too...
11/16/2025

Day 11 – Growing Forward!

We’ve come a long way since our early days.

As our community’s needs have grown, we’ve grown too, and we’re now investing in better systems and technology to make reaching Access easier.

Every improvement is part of our commitment to showing up for families when they need us most.

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901 E. Main Street
Rockport, TX
78382

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm

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+13617290633

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Aransas County Counseling and Educational Support Service, Inc. (ACCESS) had its beginning in 1992, from a need identified by Dr. Frances Mayo, for affordable counseling services and educational programs for all people. With the help and dedication of many volunteers, ACCESS found a permanent home in 1997 and continues in helping people help themselves.