$1 Counseling for New Clients During Mental Health Awareness Month

Published On: April 28, 2026Categories: Blog

This May Only! $1 Counseling Sessions for New Clients

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re expanding access to support for everyday challenges including stress, relationships and parenting.

This May, new clients can schedule a 50‑minute counseling session for just $1, with appointments available within 5 days.

Greater Austin Y Counseling Offers:
  • Appointments Within 5 days
  • Weekday & Weekend Options
  • Virtual & In-Person Sessions
  • English & Spanish
  • Members & Guests

$1 Sessions must be scheduled and completed by May 31, 2026. Must be a new client to participate.

Free Virtual Lunch & Learns

Led by Emily Field, LMFT-Associate
12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on May 13

Learn practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries with your children while supporting their confidence, independence, and emotional growth.

Led by Victoria Mireless, LMFT
12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on May 20

Explore how to support your mental health during pregnancy and postpartum with a personalized, whole-person approach to care.

Led by Dr. Kristin Miselis, M.D.
12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on May 27

Understand how social media and body image pressures impact youth mental health, and gain tools to recognize warning signs and support healthy self-esteem.

About Greater Austin YMCA Counseling

Greater Austin Y Counseling offers a wide range of therapy and counseling options tailored to your unique situation. Including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you shift negative thought patterns and evidence-based treatment for depression, grief and addiction. No matter what you’re facing, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to do it alone either. 

About the Greater Austin YMCA®
For nearly 75 years, the Greater Austin YMCA has strengthened communities across Central Texas through programs that support youth development, healthy living, and community well-being. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving nearly 145,000 people each year, the Y helps individuals and families learn, grow, and thrive.