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Emily Dirksmeyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78245  (Online Only)
I use an attachment-based lens to my work with clients and I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and Trust-Based Relational Interventions.
You deserve the space to explore your most honest and vulnerable self safely and without judgment. Through deep connection and an unearthing of your existing wisdom, I will support you in your journey towards healing. As a therapist, I have had the opportunity to work with diverse populations in varied clinical and public policy settings. From these experiences, I have developed an approach that is extremely person centered and I prioritize my role as an advocate to champion your needs. I am passionate about elevating my clients voice to prioritize their well deserved opportunity to thrive.
I use an attachment-based lens to my work with clients and I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and Trust-Based Relational Interventions.
You deserve the space to explore your most honest and vulnerable self safely and without judgment. Through deep connection and an unearthing of your existing wisdom, I will support you in your journey towards healing. As a therapist, I have had the opportunity to work with diverse populations in varied clinical and public policy settings. From these experiences, I have developed an approach that is extremely person centered and I prioritize my role as an advocate to champion your needs. I am passionate about elevating my clients voice to prioritize their well deserved opportunity to thrive.
(737) 510-7904 View (737) 510-7904
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Mia Gonzales
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
You are the expert of your life, I am just a therapist that can help you find your path. No one talks about it but therapy can be hard. Therapy involves us discussing our emotions, acknowledging what we are feeling, and making active steps towards change. Thank you for taking steps towards taking care of you. My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space that will empower you to be yourself.
You are the expert of your life, I am just a therapist that can help you find your path. No one talks about it but therapy can be hard. Therapy involves us discussing our emotions, acknowledging what we are feeling, and making active steps towards change. Thank you for taking steps towards taking care of you. My goal as a clinician is to provide a safe space that will empower you to be yourself.
(210) 880-0489 View (210) 880-0489
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Danielle Elaine Leal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78224  (Online Only)
My name is Danielle and I am a licensed therapist in Texas. I have 6 years of experience helping clients meet their therapy goals. I pride myself on accepting clients of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.
My name is Danielle and I am a licensed therapist in Texas. I have 6 years of experience helping clients meet their therapy goals. I pride myself on accepting clients of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.
(210) 405-4973 View (210) 405-4973
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Miranda M. Solis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229
I graduated from UTSA in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Sociology and Philosophy and again in 2015 with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I worked in higher education, counseling college students for nine years. While I have a passion for helping young adults navigate their mental health, I equally enjoy working with teens, couples and families. I draw from various therapeutic styles, including CBT and Relational-Cultural Theory. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach to journey alongside my clients throughout the therapeutic process.
I graduated from UTSA in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Sociology and Philosophy and again in 2015 with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I worked in higher education, counseling college students for nine years. While I have a passion for helping young adults navigate their mental health, I equally enjoy working with teens, couples and families. I draw from various therapeutic styles, including CBT and Relational-Cultural Theory. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach to journey alongside my clients throughout the therapeutic process.
(210) 880-2393 View (210) 880-2393
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Life is a Song Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78245  (Online Only)
My name is Christy Song. I am licensed as an LMFT in the State of Texas. Congratulate yourself on taking this move towards finding the support you need. This is the first step of your journey towards healing and growth. Therapy is for everyone to help you achieve your next goals in a safe, supportive, and healthy manner. In this practice, clients are affirmed in their lived experience, drawing on their strengths and wisdom to help them achieve positive goals and outcomes for themselves and their contexts.
My name is Christy Song. I am licensed as an LMFT in the State of Texas. Congratulate yourself on taking this move towards finding the support you need. This is the first step of your journey towards healing and growth. Therapy is for everyone to help you achieve your next goals in a safe, supportive, and healthy manner. In this practice, clients are affirmed in their lived experience, drawing on their strengths and wisdom to help them achieve positive goals and outcomes for themselves and their contexts.
(210) 529-8240 View (210) 529-8240
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Lavelda Naylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, DCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78213  (Online Only)
Meaning in life can be hard to find when we are struggling to just get through each day, and therapy can help. If you feel empty, overwhelmed or lost, please reach out because you don't have to go through this without support. Let's normalize getting therapy! While I work with many issues, I specialize in mood disorders, adult 'giftedness' /GT issues, polyamory and relationship problems of all types. If you have felt othered or marginalized before, I want to assure you I offer affirming care and operate from an intersectional, inclusive point of view. Currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy only.
Meaning in life can be hard to find when we are struggling to just get through each day, and therapy can help. If you feel empty, overwhelmed or lost, please reach out because you don't have to go through this without support. Let's normalize getting therapy! While I work with many issues, I specialize in mood disorders, adult 'giftedness' /GT issues, polyamory and relationship problems of all types. If you have felt othered or marginalized before, I want to assure you I offer affirming care and operate from an intersectional, inclusive point of view. Currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy only.
(210) 598-5012 View (210) 598-5012
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Robert Edward Williamson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78240  (Online Only)
I have hope when working with people who are going through intense emotion such as of anger, anxiety, or depression. I'm optimistic when working with folks who experience this because I believe in strengths-based counseling, and I've witnessed many people grow their strength to be able to process those emotions. Though the emotion difficulties can be similar across people I work with, the reasons each person feels this way are unique, and I want to hear your story.
I have hope when working with people who are going through intense emotion such as of anger, anxiety, or depression. I'm optimistic when working with folks who experience this because I believe in strengths-based counseling, and I've witnessed many people grow their strength to be able to process those emotions. Though the emotion difficulties can be similar across people I work with, the reasons each person feels this way are unique, and I want to hear your story.
(210) 963-5693 View (210) 963-5693
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Megan Luke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with changes or challenges in life where you need more support? Would you like to manage difficult emotions more effectively? Are you ready to make a change? Megan works with trauma using EMDR therapy as well as DBT for finding balance in life. Megan has experience working with people who have attachment problems, relationship problems, and are struggling with their identity in our complex world. Megan is part of the LGBTQIA+ community and believes strongly in walking the difficult paths with people as they navigate life and mental health challenges.
Are you struggling with changes or challenges in life where you need more support? Would you like to manage difficult emotions more effectively? Are you ready to make a change? Megan works with trauma using EMDR therapy as well as DBT for finding balance in life. Megan has experience working with people who have attachment problems, relationship problems, and are struggling with their identity in our complex world. Megan is part of the LGBTQIA+ community and believes strongly in walking the difficult paths with people as they navigate life and mental health challenges.
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Lori Haas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78255  (Online Only)
Are you transgender or wondering about your gender identity? You worry about the uncertainty of transitioning. questions. Could I lose my family? Will my friends support me? What about my job? What a relief it would be if others could see you like you see yourself. Some days the stress just feels like too much. You may have questions about what to do next, who to tell, where to get hormone therapy, or how to find your support. Most of all you just want to feel some relief and know that things can get better.
Are you transgender or wondering about your gender identity? You worry about the uncertainty of transitioning. questions. Could I lose my family? Will my friends support me? What about my job? What a relief it would be if others could see you like you see yourself. Some days the stress just feels like too much. You may have questions about what to do next, who to tell, where to get hormone therapy, or how to find your support. Most of all you just want to feel some relief and know that things can get better.
(316) 302-4453 View (316) 302-4453
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Whitney Rominger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is focused on working with young adults to navigate this stage of life's challenges, including identity exploration, higher education & career, relationships, and family changes. With so many unique changes and choices, our stress and emotions can become difficult to handle on our own. You may be feeling in need of new coping skills, a deeper understanding of and healing from past experiences, or more clarity on who you are and what you want your life to look like.
My practice is focused on working with young adults to navigate this stage of life's challenges, including identity exploration, higher education & career, relationships, and family changes. With so many unique changes and choices, our stress and emotions can become difficult to handle on our own. You may be feeling in need of new coping skills, a deeper understanding of and healing from past experiences, or more clarity on who you are and what you want your life to look like.
(210) 796-0718 View (210) 796-0718
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Kristi McClatchy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in supporting women, LGBTQIA+ folks, young adults, and mothers, ages 18-35 who may be having difficulties with anxiety or simply need a safe space to talk about their experiences and their lives. My goal is to provide a welcoming, warm, and affirming place for you to process through not only your daily stressors, but to unpack some of your childhood experiences that may be manifesting in the present moment. I believe you are the expert on yourself and my role is to listen, validate, and work in collaboration with you to establish short-term and long-term healing goals.
I specialize in supporting women, LGBTQIA+ folks, young adults, and mothers, ages 18-35 who may be having difficulties with anxiety or simply need a safe space to talk about their experiences and their lives. My goal is to provide a welcoming, warm, and affirming place for you to process through not only your daily stressors, but to unpack some of your childhood experiences that may be manifesting in the present moment. I believe you are the expert on yourself and my role is to listen, validate, and work in collaboration with you to establish short-term and long-term healing goals.
(210) 934-6423 View (210) 934-6423
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Rebecca Roman Montez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78249  (Online Only)
Seneca Therapy is 100% online for all Texas residents! Hours are 5 a.m. to Noon to support alternate shift schedules: military, first responders, medical professionals, & more! When you face challenges in your daily life, relationships, or meeting your goals, I am here to support you in discovering how to process big emotions and grow through each difficulty. I provide counseling to teens, adults, and couples. I seek to empower clients to improve and restore balance in their lives by tapping into their personal strengths. I employ integrative approaches including CBT, neuroscience, narrative therapy, EMDR, and Relational Therapy.
Seneca Therapy is 100% online for all Texas residents! Hours are 5 a.m. to Noon to support alternate shift schedules: military, first responders, medical professionals, & more! When you face challenges in your daily life, relationships, or meeting your goals, I am here to support you in discovering how to process big emotions and grow through each difficulty. I provide counseling to teens, adults, and couples. I seek to empower clients to improve and restore balance in their lives by tapping into their personal strengths. I employ integrative approaches including CBT, neuroscience, narrative therapy, EMDR, and Relational Therapy.
(830) 264-5406 View (830) 264-5406
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Cristy Connolly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78253
Things aren’t right. You grapple with profound sadness, nightmares, and a feeling of dread when contemplating past events. Despite attempts at improvement, your situation remains stagnant. Your social life is struggling and relationships are strenuous. You have aspirations and goals for the future yet are uncertain about how to navigate past your history. Or maybe you’re a like 20% of new parents and struggling with your mental health during pregnancy or the early years. I can provide insights into the brain differences associated with trauma, depression, and anxiety, and offer explanations for the emotions you are experiencing.
Things aren’t right. You grapple with profound sadness, nightmares, and a feeling of dread when contemplating past events. Despite attempts at improvement, your situation remains stagnant. Your social life is struggling and relationships are strenuous. You have aspirations and goals for the future yet are uncertain about how to navigate past your history. Or maybe you’re a like 20% of new parents and struggling with your mental health during pregnancy or the early years. I can provide insights into the brain differences associated with trauma, depression, and anxiety, and offer explanations for the emotions you are experiencing.
(210) 592-4065 View (210) 592-4065
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(Mary) Susan Lyons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, # 83754
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78201  (Online Only)
Greetings! I'm Susan, a proud former Marine and native Texan with a heartfelt dedication to providing therapeutic support. I've had the privilege of working extensively with adults facing various challenges, including Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Usher Syndrome, and more. As a Neuro-diverse individual myself, I have a special affinity for working with Neuro-Diverse individuals, along with veterans. I currently work evenings only, 8:30-9:30 pm
Greetings! I'm Susan, a proud former Marine and native Texan with a heartfelt dedication to providing therapeutic support. I've had the privilege of working extensively with adults facing various challenges, including Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Usher Syndrome, and more. As a Neuro-diverse individual myself, I have a special affinity for working with Neuro-Diverse individuals, along with veterans. I currently work evenings only, 8:30-9:30 pm
(469) 552-7605 View (469) 552-7605
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Barbara Viridiana Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78229
Hi, my name is Barbara! Its so very nice to meet you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor having over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adult, middle age adults and seniors. With almost three decades of experience, I've come to know that all great things are worthwhile and therefore require consistency and patience. I cannot promise you a solution, but I can guarantee you that together we can make great progress along your life journey! I am bilingual Spanish!
Hi, my name is Barbara! Its so very nice to meet you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor having over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adult, middle age adults and seniors. With almost three decades of experience, I've come to know that all great things are worthwhile and therefore require consistency and patience. I cannot promise you a solution, but I can guarantee you that together we can make great progress along your life journey! I am bilingual Spanish!
(210) 764-5661 View (210) 764-5661
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Healing Intimacies
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216  (Online Only)
Life can be downright sh%tty sometimes. Perhaps there are increasing demands from work, caregiving roles, or relationship turmoil that have you feeling weighed down & exhausted. These dilemmas may seem impossible to overcome while juggling your responsibilities, but the truth is, avoiding your needs and feelings by running on autopilot will never lead to fulfillment in your professional, personal, or romantic relationships.
Life can be downright sh%tty sometimes. Perhaps there are increasing demands from work, caregiving roles, or relationship turmoil that have you feeling weighed down & exhausted. These dilemmas may seem impossible to overcome while juggling your responsibilities, but the truth is, avoiding your needs and feelings by running on autopilot will never lead to fulfillment in your professional, personal, or romantic relationships.
(726) 224-7872 View (726) 224-7872
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Madhu Karnad
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78240
Everyone’s story matters! Have you experienced fear or sadness at the worst possible moments? Beyond fear, depression, and hopelessness is freedom! Through collaborative client-centered therapy focusing on excellent care, I can help you make lasting changes by overcoming anxiety, alleviating depression, elevating your self esteem and changing behavior patterns to enhance the quality of your life. My goal is to empower clients to grow, heal, and thrive.
Everyone’s story matters! Have you experienced fear or sadness at the worst possible moments? Beyond fear, depression, and hopelessness is freedom! Through collaborative client-centered therapy focusing on excellent care, I can help you make lasting changes by overcoming anxiety, alleviating depression, elevating your self esteem and changing behavior patterns to enhance the quality of your life. My goal is to empower clients to grow, heal, and thrive.
(210) 791-8079 View (210) 791-8079
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Mylene Mackey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78232  (Online Only)
I believe that a person is a whole being, with a mind, a body, and a spirit, and that often we are challenged in the balance and wellness of these parts of us. Every one of us encounters challenges and endures hardships throughout our lives that may upend the different parts of us that make us feel well and whole. Although we share this fundamental human experience, no one person’s journey to find this balance again is exactly the same and in therapy we will gently and compassionately work towards you rediscovering your own footing.
I believe that a person is a whole being, with a mind, a body, and a spirit, and that often we are challenged in the balance and wellness of these parts of us. Every one of us encounters challenges and endures hardships throughout our lives that may upend the different parts of us that make us feel well and whole. Although we share this fundamental human experience, no one person’s journey to find this balance again is exactly the same and in therapy we will gently and compassionately work towards you rediscovering your own footing.
(210) 796-3751 View (210) 796-3751
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Online Virtual Therapy With Shaudi Adel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78250
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
(858) 736-9964 View (858) 736-9964
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David Cortez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78251  (Online Only)
Schedule your free consultation & guidance session! Whether it is addiction, codependency, trauma, depression, or anxiety, nothing should get in your way of you living your best life! What has happened before today, what is happening now, and the worries of what may happen tomorrow can be a source of suffering for everyone. Take action and move towards your goals, dreams, passions, and best you. I have nearly a decade of experience helping individuals strive for the life that they know they should have, reach milestones, find their voice, and be the catalyst for change in their own lives. Every person can be the hero of their story!
Schedule your free consultation & guidance session! Whether it is addiction, codependency, trauma, depression, or anxiety, nothing should get in your way of you living your best life! What has happened before today, what is happening now, and the worries of what may happen tomorrow can be a source of suffering for everyone. Take action and move towards your goals, dreams, passions, and best you. I have nearly a decade of experience helping individuals strive for the life that they know they should have, reach milestones, find their voice, and be the catalyst for change in their own lives. Every person can be the hero of their story!
(210) 361-0795 View (210) 361-0795

Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.