Dr. Mel McGee is the CEO and founder of Covington-McGee Wedding & Christian Counseling, a San Antonio-based practice established in 1989.
Background and Expertise:
Dr. McGee’s career spans work in hospitals, hospices, and active military installations. She specializes in marital/pre-marital counseling and bereavement care, with a specific focus on supporting veterans and low-income families.
Counseling Philosophy:
Her approach is holistic, aiming to heal the "whole person"—mind, body, spirit, and emotions. She integrates professional psychotherapy with Christian values, using evidence-based techniques alongside spiritual guidance.
Specialized Methods: Dr. McGee is SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) Assessment Certified, which she uses to help couples explore communication, conflict resolution, and spiritual alignment.
Community Service and Accessibility:
Dr. McGee is dedicated to making mental health care affordable, often offering sliding scale fees ($20–$70 per session) and supporting community initiatives like the Twogether in Texas pre-marital program.
How It Can Help:
Therapy at this practice is designed to foster healthier connections and provide a safe space for resolution:
Communication & Conflict Resolution: Helps couples and families identify destructive behavioral patterns and develop skills to speak and listen with empathy and grace.
Navigating Transitions: Offers specialized support for blended family issues, divorce adjustment, and bereavement grief.Pre-Marital Preparation: Through the Twogether in Texas program, couples learn key components of a faith-based marriage, which also provides a discount on their marriage license.
Support for Specific Demographics: The practice specializes in supporting veterans, seniors, and low-income families, offering sliding scale fees to ensure care is accessible.