Therapists in Kyle, TX

One of the greatest challenges of life is finding peace within yourself, when one is challenged by depression, anxiety, abuse or trauma that peace can sometimes feel unattainable. This is why finding the "Right" therapist can be a task in itself. As for myself, I believe that "Normal" only exist on a washing machine & finding the "Right" therapist can be just as important as finding the perfect time to pursue that peace.

Hi! My name is Tanya Martinez-Cardenas. I'm a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor, and Substance Abuse Professional (Sap) or Clearinghouse Sap. I specialize in treating those afflicted with addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and more. I see teens and adults. In addition to individual counseling, I have an Online Dot Sap program that you can access anytime from the privacy of your home, so you may be able to finish sooner with us than other Dot Sap providers. I allow payments plans too.

It's said that "life's journey begins with a single step." Sometimes, our path is smoothly paved, while at other times, it can be challenging and difficult to navigate. If you are ready to start your journey with a new compass... allow me to be your co-pilot. By working as a team, I will work to help you nurture and strengthen your relationship with yourself as well as your relationship with others.

Wherever you are in life, there are times when you may need some extra support. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are and help guide you along your journey to get to where you want to be. My therapeutic approach involves building upon those strengths and providing a different perspective to help you work toward fulfilling your individual needs. I work with individuals, pre-teens & adolescents, couples, and families. Common issues that can be addressed during therapy sessions include stress and anger management, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship conflicts, behavioral issues, and skill-building,

Perhaps you've been struggling with painful emotions, communicating in your relationships, managing stress and anxiety, or working through previous painful experiences. I know how difficult life can feel and I believe in providing a supportive and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment in which we can collaboratively work to solve problems, improve coping skills, and find you the support you need. I also offer specialized treatment for individuals who experience painful emotions related to adverse life experiences through EMDR.

Life is full of change and it can become overwhelming to manage at times. So much so, that they make other areas of our life much more difficult. By gaining awareness of our thought process and emotions, we can create healthier responses to life stressors. I am here to provide support and guidance in your journey of self-discovery. We can work together in creating a healthier version of you whether that's professionally, emotionally, spiritually, or socially.

Office location now in downtown Kyle! To become a client kindly complete the inquiry form: www. lcstherapy.com. Please note: I am a fee for service provider and only accept out of network insurance. / As Maya Angelou said, "History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again". Beginning a therapeutic journey is incredibly courageous. With 20+ yrs experience working with all walks of life, the goal is to build collaborative relationships in a safe, confidential setting w/creative, compassionate strategies. I believe solution-focused, client-centered therapies are most effective.

My philosophy begins inside the heart of my clients. As a former elementary teacher, I learned the valuable lesson that my kids will never care what I know or had to teach them until they knew I cared about them. This lesson is applicable in so many instances, and especially when I counsel. I enjoy getting to know every child that I work with. I want to know them as a person, and especially what they enjoy most. That is one reason why I am passionate about play therapy. This technique incorporates what children love most, which is often to play, and in doing so, they are more at ease to have meaningful conversations.

Pain can lead to the most profound feelings of isolation and hopelessness. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, helping people during the most vulnerable times in their lives and have seen first hand how unresolved and damaged relationships have negatively impacted people and caused pain. One of people's biggest regrets at end-of-life are the relationships they have neglected. One of my greatest passions is working with individuals and families to address hurts and impasses: being both witness and participant.

I currently have limited daytime availability - please reach out to confirm current scheduling options. I am a licensed clinical social worker & certified perinatal mental health professional. You may be coping with infertility, the demands of pregnancy, or the difficult transition to motherhood. You may be surprised at how challenging becoming a mom has been or how stressed, lonely, or exhausted you feel!

****PLEASE EMAIL FOR SCHEDULING*** Are you looking for a professional who can help you move through your emotional pain? Have you tried counseling before but it felt unsafe to open up? Traumatic experiences at any stage of life can make it difficult to trust others enough to experience the benefits of therapy. Therapy itself can become a challenge to overcome, but, the truth is we all need someone to open up to. If you want to learn how to process negative emotional disturbance so that you can feel a sense of relief and heal yourself, I can be there to guide your journey.

Are you struggling with life challenges? You are not alone. Now that you are here, take the first step on your life journey towards wellness. I relish the opportunity to be a part of that journey. You are the navigator and I will be helping to guide your way.

You may be trying to: Find answers to questions that are holding you back from living a life that you are excited about. Heal from past experiences that are keeping you in a state of shame, guilt, judgment, and/or emotional pain. Learn ways to adapt healthy, helpful behavior which may include coping skills, ways of understanding your emotions and needs, communicating in a way that helps you build healthy relationships, set healthy boundaries, and develop a grounding connection with yourself. The work to create a “better” version of yourself will be guided by you and supported by my clinical experience.

How do you care for yourself? How do you deal with adversity especially when your struggling? All of us have a tendency to latch on to reasons of why we do what we do, but sometimes these reasons aren’t always true and can actually cause us and those we love more suffering. I look forward to working with you on any issue, in a safe confidential space. I have a collaborative style that focuses on the goals of healthy processing, empowerment, and self-sufficiency.

Therapy can be a deeply transformative experience where you may discover more of who you are and ultimately find a greater sense of peace. As a relational psychodynamic therapist, my first goal is to create an environment where you feel understood and supported in exploring your story. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and perinatal patients. I also am an especially good fit for those who struggle with feelings of guilt and shame; those who consider themselves highly sensitive; and those who feel like outsiders.