Texas Licensed LCDC · Statewide Telehealth SUD Services

Recovery Shouldn't Depend on Where You Live

Higher Pathways LLC brings professional, compassionate substance use disorder counseling to the rural communities of Deep East Texas — from the comfort of your home, on your schedule.

Serving: Jasper Tyler Sabine San Augustine Liberty Polk + Surrounding Areas
Texas LCDC — Active & In Good Standing
HIPAA-Compliant Telehealth
Court-Accepted SAE Reports
Probation & Criminal Justice Experience
Higher Pathways LLC
Jeni Bourque, LCDC

A Counselor Who Knows This Land — and These People

Jeni Bourque is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with deep roots in Southeast Texas. Her career spans every level of SUD treatment — from Peer Recovery Support Specialist and OSAR outreach counselor, to Clinical Director and Program Director of a full-service inpatient and outpatient rehab center.


She has worked in prisons, in corrections, in HIV-related chemical dependency services, and in community outreach across rural East Texas. She understands that people in Jasper, Sabine, Tyler, and San Augustine counties face the same struggles as anyone else — with far fewer resources to address them.


Today, Jeni raises chickens and goats in Southeast Texas and runs Higher Pathways LLC — bringing the same clinical expertise she built in institutional settings directly to the individuals, families, and communities who need it most, via telehealth.

LCDC — Active Program Director Corrections SUD HIV & CD Services OSAR Certified PHP / IOP / SOP

"Recovery is possible for anyone — regardless of your zip code, your record, or how many times you've tried before. You deserve a counselor who meets you where you are."

What We Offer

Clinical Services

Higher Pathways LLC provides a focused range of evidence-based SUD services designed specifically for rural Deep East Texas — delivered entirely via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth.

Substance Abuse Evaluations (SAE)

Court-accepted evaluations using SASSI-4, ASI, and DSM-5 criteria. Comprehensive written reports delivered to probation officers, courts, and attorneys within 3 business days. Available remotely.

Court-Ordered • Probation • DWI/DUI

Individual Counseling

One-on-one SUD counseling sessions using motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral techniques, and trauma-informed care. Private pay and insurance options available.

Telehealth • Flexible Scheduling

Outpatient Treatment

Structured outpatient programming (IOP & SOP) delivered via telehealth. Evidence-based curriculum with group and individual sessions, treatment planning, and ongoing case management.

IOP • SOP • Continuing Care

Court-Ordered Treatment

Specialized treatment programming for court-mandated clients. Coordination with probation officers, regular progress reports, and compliance documentation provided directly to CSCDs.

Criminal Justice • Compliance Reporting

Treatment Planning & Assessment

Comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, ASAM level of care determinations, and individualized treatment plans. Referral coordination for higher levels of care when needed.

ASAM • DSM-5 • Biopsychosocial

Probation Department Services

Direct partnerships with community supervision departments across Deep East Texas. SAE referral pipelines, compliance tracking, and ongoing counseling for probation-referred clients.

CSCD • Jasper • Tyler • Sabine • More
For Probation Departments & CSCDs

A Reliable Partner for Rural Community Supervision

Higher Pathways LLC is purpose-built to serve as a trusted referral partner for Community Supervision and Corrections Departments across Deep East Texas. We understand the criminal justice system, the documentation requirements, and the urgency of keeping clients on track with their conditions of supervision.

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Referral Received

Probation officer submits client referral for SAE or treatment services. We respond within one business day.

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Client Intake & Evaluation

Secure telehealth intake conducted using standardized assessment tools. No travel required for rural clients.

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Report Delivered

Court-ready SAE report with DSM-5 impressions and treatment recommendations delivered directly to the referring officer or court within 3 business days.

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Ongoing Treatment & Compliance

Clients referred for ongoing counseling receive regular progress reports. We coordinate directly with probation officers throughout the treatment process.

Jasper County
Tyler County
Sabine County
San Augustine County
Liberty County
Polk County

Assessment Tools & Documentation

SASSI-4 (Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory)
ASI — Addiction Severity Index
AUDIT / CAGE / MAST / DAST Screening
ASAM Level of Care Criteria
DSM-5 Diagnostic Impressions
Biopsychosocial History & Interview
Court-Ready Written Reports
Treatment Compliance Documentation
Progress Reports to Supervising Officers
Referral Coordination for Residential Care

Set Up a Referral Partnership

How Telehealth Works at Higher Pathways

No long drives. No waiting rooms. No barriers. Professional SUD counseling from wherever you are in Deep East Texas.

1

Reach Out

Call, email, or complete the contact form. We'll respond within one business day to answer questions and discuss your needs.

2

Schedule Intake

Book a secure telehealth appointment. All you need is a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access.

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Complete Assessment

Jeni conducts a comprehensive clinical assessment and develops an individualized treatment plan or evaluation report.

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Begin Your Path

Start counseling, receive your evaluation report, or get connected to the right level of care — all via telehealth.

Rural Texas Deserves Better Access to Care

Deep East Texas counties have among the highest rates of substance use disorder in the state — and among the fewest licensed providers.

Many rural clients drive 60–90 minutes one way to access SUD counseling — a barrier that leads to missed sessions and treatment dropout.

Probation departments in rural counties struggle to find approved LCDC providers to conduct court-ordered SAEs locally.

Texas telehealth law fully supports LCDC services delivered remotely — clients receive the same quality of care without leaving their community.

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Underserved counties served by Higher Pathways
20+
Years combined experience in SUD treatment
3
Business days for court-ready SAE reports
5
Levels of care experience: Detox, Residential, PHP, IOP, SOP
Coverage & Payment

Insurance & Payment Options

Higher Pathways LLC is actively pursuing credentialing with major insurance panels. We currently accept private pay and will verify your benefits at no charge. Texas law requires most fully-insured plans to cover telehealth services at the same rate as in-person care.

Insurance We Accept & Are Credentialing With

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare / UHC
Cigna
Texas Medicaid (STAR / CHIP) — Pending
EAP Plans (Employee Assistance Programs)
Out-of-Network Benefits (we provide superbills)
Texas Telehealth Law: Under Texas Insurance Code Chapter 1455, fully-insured health plans must cover telehealth services on the same basis as in-person care when delivered by a contracted provider. We can help you understand your benefits before your first appointment.
Court-Ordered SAE Evaluations are a flat-fee service paid directly at the time of the evaluation. Reports are delivered within 3 business days. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards.

Check Your Insurance Benefits

Not sure if your plan covers telehealth SUD counseling? Submit your information below and we will verify your benefits within one business day at no cost to you.

Self-Pay / Private Pay Rates

Sliding scale fees available based on income. We believe cost should never be a barrier to treatment. Contact us to discuss payment options that work for your situation.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Whether you're an individual seeking support, a family member looking for help, or a probation officer setting up a referral partnership — we're here. All inquiries are confidential.

Higher Pathways LLC
Southeast Texas — Statewide
Serving Deep East Texas
Jasper · Tyler · Sabine · San Augustine · Liberty · Polk
HIPAA-Compliant & Confidential
All communications and sessions are secure and private
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Call or text — we respond within one business day
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All emails are confidential
Texas LCDC — Active License
Jeni Bourque · Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

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