About Mental Health Defense and Fitness™

Our Mission

At Mental Health Defense and Fitness™ PLLC, our mission is to walk alongside individuals, families, and professionals in the mental health community with compassion, respect, and understanding. We believe that healing begins with being seen, heard, and supported without judgment. Through therapy, education, and advocacy, we are committed to creating safe spaces where people can regain strength, rediscover hope, and build healthier lives. Our work is not about numbers or profits—it is about people, their stories, and the resilience we all carry. What hurt you doesn't have to control you—and we are here to help you reclaim your life on your terms.

Rory E. Carothers

Rory E. Carothers

Licensed Professional Counselor | Owner

With years of experience and a deep commitment to mental health advocacy, Rory brings compassion, expertise, and genuine care to every therapeutic relationship. Specializing in trauma recovery, depression, grief, and relationship counseling, Rory creates a safe, non-judgmental space where healing and growth can flourish.

Through Mental Health Defense and Fitness™ PLLC, Rory is dedicated to making quality mental health care accessible to all Texans through innovative virtual therapy services.

Accepted Insurance Providers

Aetna
Allied Benefit System
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
United Healthcare
Optum
Tricare
Meritain
Medical Mutual
Molina Marketplace
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
WebTPA
Horizon Blue Cross
Moda Marketplace
Partners Direct
Prime Health
TriWest
UMR
And many more...