Therapists in San Antonio, TX
Kennedy Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228 (Online Only)
I'm a Black therapist located in the Houston Galleria area.
Change can be scary. With change comes new beginnings, new responsibilities, and new relationships; which can be overwhelming. You tend to question, "Am I good enough," "Am I ready," and "Will I be accepted?" These negative thought loops can cause anxiousness. This way of thinking can cause you to avoid thriving forward and reaching your full potential. It can also keep you from meeting amazing people and experiencing the good things in life.
I'm a Black therapist located in the Houston Galleria area.
Change can be scary. With change comes new beginnings, new responsibilities, and new relationships; which can be overwhelming. You tend to question, "Am I good enough," "Am I ready," and "Will I be accepted?" These negative thought loops can cause anxiousness. This way of thinking can cause you to avoid thriving forward and reaching your full potential. It can also keep you from meeting amazing people and experiencing the good things in life.
Dahdrian Duncan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78253 (Online Only)
I have over 10 years of experience working in community mental health settings, residential facilities, and primary care health clinic for adults and adolescents. I have a passion working with Adults especially minority and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) groups through life transitions, building healthy relationships and gaining control with adaptive coping tools throughout challenging situations.
I have over 10 years of experience working in community mental health settings, residential facilities, and primary care health clinic for adults and adolescents. I have a passion working with Adults especially minority and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) groups through life transitions, building healthy relationships and gaining control with adaptive coping tools throughout challenging situations.
Brittany Lynell Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78212 (Online Only)
When we experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is common to feel like our lives are unravelling. My greatest passion as a black female therapist is bringing understanding and healing to those who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience or struggle with chronic mental/developmental health challenges. I want to be a breath of fresh air for my therapy clients in Texas! My approach is interactive, warm, and accepting. I cultivate a therapeutic environment that makes my clients feel safe, heard, and understood so they can begin their therapeutic journey of finding peace, healing, and new beginnings.
When we experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is common to feel like our lives are unravelling. My greatest passion as a black female therapist is bringing understanding and healing to those who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience or struggle with chronic mental/developmental health challenges. I want to be a breath of fresh air for my therapy clients in Texas! My approach is interactive, warm, and accepting. I cultivate a therapeutic environment that makes my clients feel safe, heard, and understood so they can begin their therapeutic journey of finding peace, healing, and new beginnings.
Ashley Blackmore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker, passion-purposed in helping individuals who have dealt with life on their own but need a little support in moving from surviving to thriving. I help people who understand their desire of wanting to improve their health and outlook on life, but may need guidance on where to start. Most importantly, I help normalize negative feelings &where a person currently is, while providing the tools to find empowerment &healing. While I want everyone to succeed, I am passionate about decreasing the gap in accessibility to mental health services for Black & marginalized communities.
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker, passion-purposed in helping individuals who have dealt with life on their own but need a little support in moving from surviving to thriving. I help people who understand their desire of wanting to improve their health and outlook on life, but may need guidance on where to start. Most importantly, I help normalize negative feelings &where a person currently is, while providing the tools to find empowerment &healing. While I want everyone to succeed, I am passionate about decreasing the gap in accessibility to mental health services for Black & marginalized communities.
Sierra Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78210
Seeking therapy can be a scary and nerve-wrecking process. As a Black female therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming space for my clients. It is my goal to ensure that my clients are understood and supported through their therapeutic journey. My approach to counseling is inclusive and provides a unique experience that promotes healing, growth and the ability to let go.
Seeking therapy can be a scary and nerve-wrecking process. As a Black female therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming space for my clients. It is my goal to ensure that my clients are understood and supported through their therapeutic journey. My approach to counseling is inclusive and provides a unique experience that promotes healing, growth and the ability to let go.
Alyssa Arredondo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78259 (Online Only)
My beliefs align with affirming the LGBTQIA+ community & individuals from all ethnic backgrounds, including the Black Lives Matter movement.
I am accepting new clients as of 2/12/24! Are you looking for a therapist who celebrates diversity & will honor your story? My practice is deeply rooted in a justice & collective liberation-oriented approach, utilizing a solution-focused, strengths-based, & narrative framework. I am committed to creating a therapeutic partnership where you feel deeply heard & genuinely understood as we collaboratively address any challenges you encounter. My goal is to provide brave spaces for diverse clients to flourish as we work towards positive change.
My beliefs align with affirming the LGBTQIA+ community & individuals from all ethnic backgrounds, including the Black Lives Matter movement.
I am accepting new clients as of 2/12/24! Are you looking for a therapist who celebrates diversity & will honor your story? My practice is deeply rooted in a justice & collective liberation-oriented approach, utilizing a solution-focused, strengths-based, & narrative framework. I am committed to creating a therapeutic partnership where you feel deeply heard & genuinely understood as we collaboratively address any challenges you encounter. My goal is to provide brave spaces for diverse clients to flourish as we work towards positive change.
Davida L Willingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78201 (Online Only)
I am looking forward to helping those in search of ways for healing trauma wounds, navigating their grief journey, managing work/life balance, and navigating emotional challenges that come with different relationships. I am ready to work with those who have a desire to learn effective coping strategies, resilience building, and improved relationships. As black female therapist, it is important to me that we work together to discover inner peace, emotional stability in a supportive, non-judgmental setting, leading to a more fulfilling life and increased confidence in facing future hurdles. I want create the space I want for myself.
I am looking forward to helping those in search of ways for healing trauma wounds, navigating their grief journey, managing work/life balance, and navigating emotional challenges that come with different relationships. I am ready to work with those who have a desire to learn effective coping strategies, resilience building, and improved relationships. As black female therapist, it is important to me that we work together to discover inner peace, emotional stability in a supportive, non-judgmental setting, leading to a more fulfilling life and increased confidence in facing future hurdles. I want create the space I want for myself.
Dr. Uriel Navarrete
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78210 (Online Only)
Specialties include: BIPOC identities (Black, Indigenous, & other people of color); LGBTQIA+ affirming care; relationship concerns (e.
Are you looking for an inclusive, culturally aware, and relationally focused therapist? Many of the concerns that clients bring up in therapy often involve challenges related to their various identities (e.g., race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, body size, etc.) and/or the quality of their relationships. When describing their experiences with previous therapists, many clients have expressed things to me like, “my therapist just didn’t get me", and as a result, find themselves wanting to be understood and seen. As part of my practice, it’s important to me that I hold a deep understanding of your story, worldview, and experiences.
Specialties include: BIPOC identities (Black, Indigenous, & other people of color); LGBTQIA+ affirming care; relationship concerns (e.
Are you looking for an inclusive, culturally aware, and relationally focused therapist? Many of the concerns that clients bring up in therapy often involve challenges related to their various identities (e.g., race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, body size, etc.) and/or the quality of their relationships. When describing their experiences with previous therapists, many clients have expressed things to me like, “my therapist just didn’t get me", and as a result, find themselves wanting to be understood and seen. As part of my practice, it’s important to me that I hold a deep understanding of your story, worldview, and experiences.
Molly Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216
Life comes with challenges. Sometimes we need support. As a Licenced Professional Therapist, my goal is to walk alongside you in order to navigate through life's challenges.
Life comes with challenges. Sometimes we need support. As a Licenced Professional Therapist, my goal is to walk alongside you in order to navigate through life's challenges.
Juazzelyn A. Barrera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78213
Have you been trying to stay afloat on your own? Are you overwhelmed with work, kids, or school? Do you have nights when you are unable to fall asleep and the lists keep running in your mind? You don't have to go on this journey alone. I empower you to develop skills that you have always had inside and may not have tapped into them yet. Stop second guessing your decisions and find your voice and inner peace.
Have you been trying to stay afloat on your own? Are you overwhelmed with work, kids, or school? Do you have nights when you are unable to fall asleep and the lists keep running in your mind? You don't have to go on this journey alone. I empower you to develop skills that you have always had inside and may not have tapped into them yet. Stop second guessing your decisions and find your voice and inner peace.
Leslie Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258 (Online Only)
Battling with your anxiety makes being a young person today harder than ever before. You are juggling shifting friendships, school demands, community responsibilities and family expectations, all while trying to cope with feelings of constant worry, dread, and/or panic. Having a safe and accepting space to be boldly honest about your feelings while learning how to effectively manage and master your anxiety is what I offer in counseling. Together we will talk through your fears and co-create a plan to learn effective skills and move towards positive change. I’m honored to partner with you in taking these first steps.
Battling with your anxiety makes being a young person today harder than ever before. You are juggling shifting friendships, school demands, community responsibilities and family expectations, all while trying to cope with feelings of constant worry, dread, and/or panic. Having a safe and accepting space to be boldly honest about your feelings while learning how to effectively manage and master your anxiety is what I offer in counseling. Together we will talk through your fears and co-create a plan to learn effective skills and move towards positive change. I’m honored to partner with you in taking these first steps.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78259 (Online Only)
Are you currently feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to manage the challenges that life has brought your way? Do you find that these challenges have affected your ability to function as you once did? The thoughts that keep you awake at night and affect your ability to focus on daily tasks are things that can be managed over time. If any of this resonates with you, I am here to help. As we work together, you will learn healthy ways to cope by using tools structured to meet your needs that will help you return to a more balanced and fulfilled way of living.
Are you currently feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to manage the challenges that life has brought your way? Do you find that these challenges have affected your ability to function as you once did? The thoughts that keep you awake at night and affect your ability to focus on daily tasks are things that can be managed over time. If any of this resonates with you, I am here to help. As we work together, you will learn healthy ways to cope by using tools structured to meet your needs that will help you return to a more balanced and fulfilled way of living.
Roxanne J Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78253 (Online Only)
I primarily work with Teens (16+) through adults who are working through major life changes, challenges, and realizations. My primary objective with my clients is to help individuals reach their desired outcomes by coupling my knowledge, professional experience, and therapeutic approach with their personal strengths, resources, and knowledge. I am the ideal therapist for anyone and everyone looking to engage with a patient, understanding, balanced, non-judgmental, and insightful counselor to assist them on their personal growth journey.
I primarily work with Teens (16+) through adults who are working through major life changes, challenges, and realizations. My primary objective with my clients is to help individuals reach their desired outcomes by coupling my knowledge, professional experience, and therapeutic approach with their personal strengths, resources, and knowledge. I am the ideal therapist for anyone and everyone looking to engage with a patient, understanding, balanced, non-judgmental, and insightful counselor to assist them on their personal growth journey.
Joch Psychological Consulting, Inc
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78229
At Joch Psy, we believe that every individual has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. That is why we focus on comprehensive mental health care to improve quality of life. This starts from initial screening, evaluation, and assessment to diagnosis, treatment/therapy, and maintenance of improvements.
At Joch Psy, we believe that every individual has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. That is why we focus on comprehensive mental health care to improve quality of life. This starts from initial screening, evaluation, and assessment to diagnosis, treatment/therapy, and maintenance of improvements.
Burns Virtual Psychological Solutions
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78249 (Online Only)
Wondering if you are neurodivergent or have a mental health condition? Needing an immigration evaluation for yourself or a family member? Seeking speech therapy or parent coaching? Looking for a social skills program? How about a little yoga to unwind? Reach out to us. We take a collaborative approach no matter what service we're providing. Remember, you're not on this journey alone and you deserve to be heard and validated. We work with clients from the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, DE, DC, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, ME, MD, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, RI TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI. We offer free 15-min consultations.
Wondering if you are neurodivergent or have a mental health condition? Needing an immigration evaluation for yourself or a family member? Seeking speech therapy or parent coaching? Looking for a social skills program? How about a little yoga to unwind? Reach out to us. We take a collaborative approach no matter what service we're providing. Remember, you're not on this journey alone and you deserve to be heard and validated. We work with clients from the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, DE, DC, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, ME, MD, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, RI TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI. We offer free 15-min consultations.
Natalina Vélez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78249 (Online Only)
My name is Natalina Vélez and I'm a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I am an AuDHD queer person of color and I'm thrilled to be a part of your journey. My approach to not only therapy but also building connections with people is through a deep understanding for empathy, accountability, and harm reduction. I have built my life around being a restorative practice practitioner with a love for social justice and creating safe and affirming spaces that are built on consent and trust.
My name is Natalina Vélez and I'm a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I am an AuDHD queer person of color and I'm thrilled to be a part of your journey. My approach to not only therapy but also building connections with people is through a deep understanding for empathy, accountability, and harm reduction. I have built my life around being a restorative practice practitioner with a love for social justice and creating safe and affirming spaces that are built on consent and trust.
Marcia Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216 (Online Only)
I have been a counselor for 10 years and a clinical therapist for 2 years. I have worked with a variety of individuals and couples. I take a personalized approach to all my clients to ensure a safe, informative, and healing space for growth. My personality is transparent, welcoming, and bubbly.
I have been a counselor for 10 years and a clinical therapist for 2 years. I have worked with a variety of individuals and couples. I take a personalized approach to all my clients to ensure a safe, informative, and healing space for growth. My personality is transparent, welcoming, and bubbly.
Devon Jefferson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78251 (Online Only)
The best part of being a therapist is being able to walk with a person as they explore their own personal growth and get through some of the most challenging parts of their life. I have the pleasure of helping by educating with tools and strategies that can be helpful along the way. I enjoy working with individuals as they learn to be their best selves and operate in the world they currently live in regardless of what that looks like. When working with clients I like to have a strengths-based focus as well as a holistic approach that considers the whole picture that can help with the overall wellness of the individual.
The best part of being a therapist is being able to walk with a person as they explore their own personal growth and get through some of the most challenging parts of their life. I have the pleasure of helping by educating with tools and strategies that can be helpful along the way. I enjoy working with individuals as they learn to be their best selves and operate in the world they currently live in regardless of what that looks like. When working with clients I like to have a strengths-based focus as well as a holistic approach that considers the whole picture that can help with the overall wellness of the individual.
Belinda Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78253 (Online Only)
There is no denying that life brings both joy and sorrow. Have you found yourself holding it together and pretending to be ok on the outside but you’re falling apart on the inside? Are you consumed by worry, fear, doubt and constantly question what the future holds for you? Do you feel lost, numb, or alone? If the statements above sound like you, there is hope! You don’t have to go through this difficult time alone. I can help! You and I will work together identifying strengths you already have to improve and navigate the world around you. This therapeutic process may bring laughter and sometimes tears but ultimately healing.
There is no denying that life brings both joy and sorrow. Have you found yourself holding it together and pretending to be ok on the outside but you’re falling apart on the inside? Are you consumed by worry, fear, doubt and constantly question what the future holds for you? Do you feel lost, numb, or alone? If the statements above sound like you, there is hope! You don’t have to go through this difficult time alone. I can help! You and I will work together identifying strengths you already have to improve and navigate the world around you. This therapeutic process may bring laughter and sometimes tears but ultimately healing.
Carina Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78249
Navigating through the challenges that we experience in life can be a huge undertaking. Feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, or being misunderstood can prevent you from reaching out to someone for help, as you may feel that no one could possibly understand what you are going through. The want and need to live a happy and fulfilled life can seem so out of reach and the confusion as to why others seem to have this mastered can reinforce these thoughts. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am here to help you overcome these thoughts and feelings and live a life where you are not just surviving, but thriving.
Navigating through the challenges that we experience in life can be a huge undertaking. Feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, or being misunderstood can prevent you from reaching out to someone for help, as you may feel that no one could possibly understand what you are going through. The want and need to live a happy and fulfilled life can seem so out of reach and the confusion as to why others seem to have this mastered can reinforce these thoughts. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am here to help you overcome these thoughts and feelings and live a life where you are not just surviving, but thriving.
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Black and African American Therapists
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.