Therapists in San Antonio, TX

My style is direct, practical, and upbeat, so I use a wide variety of therapeutic processes I've found to be effective in my 30+ years in private practice. You don't have to wonder what I'm thinking--because I will tell you! My goal is to assist you achieve your goals--whether it is healing past or current trauma, communicating better, learning ways to help with anxiety and/or depression, becoming a more effective parent, resolving a relationship issue, or simply helping you just to feel more positive about yourself and your life.

"Our primary focus is Client centered. We believe Counseling is about the Client and not the Counselor. We help Clients develop skills collaboratively to alleviate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other symptoms. Omni Layne Counseling has both male and female counselors".

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.

I aim to establish warm, collaborative therapeutic relationships with my clients. It is important to me to create a comfortable and safe environment for each client or family. I strive to empower my clients to use their own strengths and individualized capabilities to reach their goals and find balance. I deem it important to consider individuals to be part of a family unit when working with families. I think it's beneficial to remain creative with each person/family.

My approach to helping is based on my client's perspective rather than my own. I contend that appreciating and respecting the client's experience for what it is, is essential to productive therapeutic growth. I view counseling as a highly personal and subjective experience, where developing an empathic, connected and trusting relationship is imperative; it is through the safety of this connection that clients can work toward positive change. While I have had extensive experience working with a wide variety of clients, my specializations include women's issues (including domestic violence and trauma), relationships, GLBTQI issues, pregnancy/infertitility issues, internet addiction and couples work.

I have over 14 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I have worked with those living with trauma, anxiety, depression, developmental differences, along with behavioral issues, family issues, and school-based concerns. As a military spouse and parent, I find importance in working with veterans’ and their families to increase connection and resilience. In treatment, I use a wide variety of strength-based, client centered treatment interventions including play therapy, solution-focused therapy, EMDR & Cognitive Behavioral therapy. We will work together to identify the problem and create goals.

I work with children/teens, adults, couples, and families. I approach the therapeutic relationship in a warm and personalized way, with humor and creativity to enhance the counseling experience. My professional focuses are trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, anxiety/depression, coping with medical illnesses, relationships, substance abuse/dependency recovery, abuse, faith struggles, and parenting. My personal experiences of thriving beyond trauma/loss and a cancer diagnosis provides a unique insight and empathy to my client's journey. As a believer in and recipient of God's design for healing and restoration, I integrate Christian principles to enhance my clients' healing experience.

Want to start your journey to healing? I would love to come along side you and help facilitate your growth. I love working with kids, teens, and adults and I am skilled to handle the hard issues of trauma. My work with clients covers a wide range of topics, but I specialize in sibling/parent conflict, relationships, trauma, abuse, sexual identity, sexual assault, and grief. I will ensure you are provided an individual plan and help challenge you to reach you optimum version of you. I am available to perform Child Custody Evaluations and Adoptions Studies though the Bexar County DRO. I am also available for forensic cases.

Our group of clinicians work with a diverse group of clients at different stages in life- from adolescence to older adulthood (age 10 and up.) Collectively we offer decades of experience and assistance with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, life stress, grief, body image and weight, and negative symptoms related to trauma. We utilize a variety of theories and techniques to help clients identify challenges, and will work through barriers that prevent optimal mental and emotional health.

There are times when we have trouble navigating the unexpected in life, and I am here to to help you in your healing process. I provide a safe and welcoming environment as you process your thoughts and feelings to help facilitate the tools you possess from within you to help you through your way.

Our providers at HOPE Therapeutic Alliance understand that deciding to start therapy is a big step toward investing in yourself and those you love. We provide a safe, caring, and judgement-free environment suitable for self-exploration, growth, connection, and empowerment. Our core belief is that every person can attain greater life satisfaction, reach their full potential, and live with purpose.

Sometimes life gets so heavy that it can feel like we are drowning. Whether it is from trauma, grief, the stress of raising a family, or simply a hard stage of life, I am here for my clients through both the brightest and the darkest days. With a license in counseling and experience working with children and adults alike, I try to use both creative and practical means of working with my clients, focusing on making a safe place to work and process in a way that is unique to each individual I speak with.

I am a Clinical Social Worker and Research Psychologist, dedicated to providing compassionate care and evidence-based interventions for individuals struggling with substance abuse, PTSD, and various mental health disorders. With a unique blend of clinical expertise and research-driven insights, I offer comprehensive therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the diverse needs of each client. Combining the practical skills of a clinical social worker with the analytical mindset of a research psychologist, I bring a holistic perspective to the treatment process. I am committed to fostering healing and empowerment.

While reaching out for help can feel scary, please know that in therapy you have a lot of control and I work hard to help you feel safe. My clients often prefer the flexibility that video visits offer. Typically my clients are living stressful lives, may have a history of trauma, or be feeling overwhelmed. In particular, I'm experienced in working with people living with anxiety, depression, OCD, past trauma, people in recovery, caregivers and healthcare workers. Everyone is different, and I prefer to shape how we work together based on your individual needs and goals. I see clients virtually in both Texas and New Hampshire.

Living with purpose, authenticity, and aligned values is the way out of anxiety, shame, and depression. I want to help you find your way to a more joyful life. I believe in a holistic, human-centered approach that acknowledges the real challenges of the world today, the complexities of each person's experience, and the limited usefulness of one size fits all labels and diagnosis. I believe the therapeutic space should be a safe one, but also one that challenges and encourages growth. Some of my specialties include working with trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, poor boundaries/codependency, and life transitions.

Are you looking for a change? Does your relationship need help? Are you dealing with depression, loss or anxiety? I have 20 years of experience helping adults, couples and people suffering from trauma. I am EMDR and Gottman trained. . I provide an environment of safety, privacy and acceptance where you can express your thoughts, feelings and experiences. I believe that depression and anxiety are major road blocks to success and the quality of an individual's life. Start your journey today!

Having difficulty getting through the day or feel overwhelmed? This may be caused by stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or grief. I work with children, teens, and adults to take back control of their lives and empower them to acknowledge their past and change their future in a safe, strengths-based environment. I also assess for autism, learning disabilities, and ADHD to aid clients in understanding themselves or child and providing recommendations to get the support they need.

I am here to help you with common concerns, such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship matters, and coping with grief or trauma. I can also serve as a sounding board if you are seeking new directions or sorting through spirituality issues. You may be someone who can benefit from counseling even in situations not covered by health insurance. You may simply need to take some time away from the rest of your busy life, with someone who listens well and who is not directly involved---to sort through things, get feedback from a different perspective, obtain ideas, and receive support to work on changes for a better quality of life.

Ashley Jesse is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who is devoted to helping children and adults struggling with Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief to create and maintain healthy coping patterns and find a sense of relief from painful symptoms. She has over seventeen years of experience in settings including community mental health and non-profit agencies and received her Master of Arts degree in Psychological Counseling from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, LA in 2006.