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Dr. Mel McGee
Dr. Mel McGee
CEO Pastoral/ Christian Counselor
Online & In-Person
Accepting New Clients
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.