The Cohort
Introducing Cohort I of the Private Practice Incubator — South Texas Mental Health and Wellness Foundation
We are beyond proud to announce the twelve incredible clinicians who were selected for our inaugural cohort — and to introduce the mentor who is leading them every step of the way.
These are therapists from across South Texas who made the bold decision to stop waiting and start building. Over the next four months, they will form their practices, get credentialed, build caseloads, and launch into the next chapter of their careers — with full support from our team.
Program Mentor & Founder
Jeanette Gonzalez-Ballesteros
LPC-S (TX) · LPCC (CA) · LPC (LA)
As the founder and mentor of the Private Practice Incubator, Jeanette provides expert guidance, strategic mentorship, and hands-on support to help clinicians successfully build and launch their practices.
Meet Cohort I Clinicians
Twelve Practices. Thousands of Lives. One Cohort.
Every clinician who completes the Private Practice Incubator becomes a permanent mental health resource in South Texas. By helping 12 clinicians launch sustainable private practices, we’re creating new access points for care, expanding treatment options, and strengthening the region’s mental health infrastructure for years to come.
12
New Private Practices
3,000+
Individuals Served in Year One
8,400+
Family Members Positively Impacted
25,000+
Lives Reached Within Five Years
How We Calculated the Impact
The Math Behind the Mission
When 12 new private practices open across South Texas, the ripple effect extends far beyond the clinicians themselves.
Growth Timeline
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| Practice Stage | Clients Per Clinician Weekly | Total Across 12 Practices |
|---|---|---|
| Months 1–3 | 8–12 | 96–144 |
| Months 4–6 | 13–18 | 156–216 |
| Months 7–12 | 20–25 | 240–300 |
By the end of Year One, a conservative estimate of 20 clients per week per clinician results in:
- 240 individuals receive therapy each week
- 2,400–4,800 people served during the first year
- Sustainable growth for all participating practices
The Real Reach of Mental Health Care
A therapist’s impact extends beyond the number of weekly appointments.
Most clinicians maintain active caseloads of approximately 40–50 unique clients at any given time. Using a conservative estimate:
- 12 clinicians × 40 active clients
- 480 people receiving ongoing care at any given time
- More than 3,000 unique individuals supported during Year One
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“The number of people receiving support is far greater than the number of sessions delivered each week.”
The Household Effect
Mental health care benefits entire families.
Research consistently shows that when one household member receives mental health support, positive effects extend to partners, children, and caregivers.
Impact Estimate
- 3,000 individuals in therapy
- Average household size: 2.8 people
- Up to 8,400 lives positively impacted
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Addressing a Critical Mental Health Shortage
The Rio Grande Valley remains a federally designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Area.
Before joining Cohort I, many clinicians were either:
- Working within agency systems
- Limited by predetermined caseloads
- Unable to practice independently
Through the Incubator, we are:
- Creating 12 new independent access points for care
- Expanding appointment availability, including evenings and weekends
- Increasing access for individuals who do not qualify for Medicaid
- Bringing specialized services closer to local communities
- Reducing travel barriers for mental health treatment
The Five-Year Impact Projection
Building Lasting Mental Health Infrastructure
| Year | Estimated Clients Served | Cumulative Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Year 2 | 4,800 | 7,800 |
| Year 3 | 5,500 | 13,300 |
| Year 4 | 6,000 | 19,300 |
| Year 5 | 6,500 | 25,800+ |
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