If you are having an emergency call 911. In a crisis? Call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support or call the SAMHSA hotline at 1-800-662-4357.
Pilgrimage of Hope
Behavioral Health & Wellness
What are you holding onto that's holding you back?
Our vision for a healthier community starts with you. We strive to close healthcare gaps by incorporating evidence-based, comprehensive care that's accessible, helpful, and empowering. Let's work together towards a better you with a free 15 minute consultation.
Mental Health & Psychiatric Care
We use a holistic approach to mental and psychiatric healthcare, integrating psychotherapy with psychiatry to treat the complex interactions between psychological, biological, and environmental factors. We work with our patients to create their own personalized path to healing that promotes long-term resilience.
“Wellness is the complete integration of body, mind, and spirit - the realization that everything we do, think, feel, and believe has an effect on our state of well-being.”
- Greg Anderson
Behavioral Health & Wellness
Embracing the intricate balance between mind, body, and spirit, we use a comprehensive, customized treatment plan to guide you towards a life of fulfillment and resilience. At Pilgrimage of Hope, we understand that behavioral wellness is a deeply personal journey that intertwines with your fundamental needs for safety, belonging, and esteem.
Preventative Care
By integrating regular health screenings, immunizations, and personalized lifestyle counseling, we help you illuminate your path to optimal health, intercepting potential health issues before they unfold. Together, we embark on a journey of preventative care, ensuring that every aspect of your health is safeguarded, and every step forward is taken with confidence and peace of mind.
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Our philosophy is simple. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. You deserve it.
Restoring lives through hope, renewal of the mind, and resilience.
Psycho-therapy
We offer psychotherapy as a journey of discovery and a safe space to heal, grow, and transform. Start on your journey to well-being with a free 15-minute consultation.
Psychiatric Care
Whether seeking clarity, diagnosis, or a path to renewal, our psychiatric support offers a sanctuary for healing, where tailored strategies pave the way to resilience.
Addiction Recovery
We address the physical, mental, and spiritual bindings of substance use disorder with Medication-Assisted Treatment, ongoing support, and personalized therapeutic interventions.
Medication Management
Emphasizing education and collaboration, our approach to medication management is deeply collaborative through continuous monitoring and open dialogue.
Preventative Care
We integrate mind and body wellness, recognizing early signs of physical and mental health needs through tailored screenings, exams, physicals, and labs.
MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
The heart of exceptional care? Great providers.
Meet Courtney Simmons-Matthews
MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
Courtney Simmons-Matthews is a distinguished healthcare provider with over 25 years of experience in behavioral and mental health care, her career focus spanning critical care, forensics, pediatrics, and psychiatry. Courtney holds dual certifications as a Family-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and is a licensed Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) provider for opioid use disorders.
Courtney's journey into healthcare was deeply influenced by her upbringing, instilling values of compassion, education, and service. Witnessing firsthand the challenges faced by underserved communities, Courtney founded Pilgrimage of Hope Behavioral Health and Wellness, driven by a commitment to address healthcare disparities and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction.
As a practitioner, Courtney prioritizes building strong patient-provider relationships grounded in trust, empathy, and respect. She believes in a holistic approach to care, integrating primary care with psychiatric services, psychotherapy, and medication management. Courtney's philosophy centers on treating each individual with dignity and compassion, recognizing the unique journey of every patient.
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Our Humble Beginnings
Pilgrimage of Hope is more than a medical practice; it's a beacon for community health and well-being, rooted in our founders' dedication to education, communication, and the unwavering support of each individual’s journey. Together with FM25, our overarching nonprofit, we extend our mission beyond the clinic, addressing basic needs and fostering a healthier, more supportive community. "Overcoming Adversities Through Ministry, Hope, and Restoration of Life," our guiding principle, stands as a testament to the belief that, through empathy and genuine care, every individual can navigate the path to renewal and resilience. Pilgrimage of Hope is built on principles of hard work, integrity, and the belief in the transformative power of informed, comprehensive care.
The Bridge // a journey of hope & healing
"I am in the right place at the right time, doing the right thing."
- Louis Hay
"Courage starts with showing up and lettings ourselves be seen."
- Brené Brown
"Your persepctive is unique. It's important and it counts."
- Glenn Close
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind"
- Romans 12:12
"When we learn what it is our soul needs to learn, the path presents itself."
- Cecelia Ahern
"I exist as I am, that is enough"
- Walt Whitman
"Let perseverance have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing."
- James 1:4
If you are having an emergency call 911. In a crisis? Call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support or call the SAMHSA hotline at 1-800-662-4357.
Frequently Asked Questions
Insurance eligibility, verification, and billing are managed through our third-party insurance specialists at Alma. Patients will be notified by Alma’s insurance specialists 24 to 48 hours prior to scheduled appointments regarding any estimated out of pocket responsibility, co-insurance, or deductibles (if applicable). Balances and fees are to be paid prior to scheduled appointment via the patient portal on the clinic’s website. For patients covered by Alma’s participating insurance partners, payments will be managed through Alma’s billing/collections associated with the following insurers:
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Optum
- Oscar
- United Health CareWe accept cash, major credit cards, Zelle, and Flexible Medical Spending Accounts. All previous and current balances, copays, and deductibles are to be paid prior to the scheduled visit.
We offer free 15 minute consultations, without any obligations. It's important to meet with potential health care providers to identify if they're the right fit for you. Consultations allow you to see if you have a connection with the provider, inquire about services, and determine if the provider has the credentials to meet your personal needs. Following the consultation, the patient will have the opportunity to decide whether he or she would like to move forward with establishing a formal patient-provider relationship.
Appointments can be made directly through our online scheduling calendar on our website or by calling 409-440-5050. Leave a detailed message and your call will be returned. For questions, email us at info@pilgrimagebehavioralhealth.com
Each patient will be given a secure link to access their virtual appointment via Doxy.Me. Once you are let into the virtual waiting room and logged in, the provider receives an automated notification that you have arrived. Please wait patiently and the Provider will be with you momentarily.
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To help reduce absences from work, school, or for urgent (non-emergency) behavioral health situations, we offer extended clinic hours on weekdays and Saturdays, by confirmed appointment only. A $40 Convenience fee will be added to rendered services and must be paid in full prior to scheduled appointment time. Patients will be provided with a formal excuse letter upon request.
After Clinic Hours
Saturday5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
8:00 am - 12:00 pm (Noon)*$40 convenience fee must be paid in full prior to appointment on website.
In case of an emergency, please call 911. In the event of risk for self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or mental health crisis contact the Suicide and Crisis Hotline by dialing or texting 988 from any mobile device. You may also contact the National Suicide Prevention/Crisis Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 for assistance 24/7.
To obtain the most comprehensive medical-psychiatric evaluation, your provider may ask you to recall some sensitive information. Your health and safety are our biggest priority, so we ask that you remain honest wherever you are on your journey. Please be prepared to discuss any previously diagnosed medical or psychiatric conditions, date of diagnosis, medication history, past traumas, psychiatric hospitalizations, self-harming behaviors, suicidal thoughts, or substance use.
We strongly encourage our patients to complete all required documents prior to the appointment. Prior to the initial appointment, each patient is required to fill out pre-admission forms consisting of policy and procedures, consents, release of health records, cancellation policy, screening tools, and a medical-psychiatric history questionnaire. All forms should be completed and submit electronically via our HIPPA compliant patient portal. All information will be reviewed by a psychiatric provider to help customize a personalized plan of care, incorporating your goals and measurable timeframes.
Each patient is required to upload a copy (front and back) of their active driver’s license or state I.D., social security card, insurance card(s) into the patient portal. Personal information will not be shared with any outside agencies and is only required for health and safety purposes associated by care delivered by Pilgrimage of Hope Behavioral Health and Wellness.
Anyone can use our services. We tailor our care to each patient regardless of age, sex, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ability to pay.