Adoption Therapists in San Antonio, TX
My primary specialties include identity development, life transitions, and adoption with focus on adoptees & birth families.
LMFT: MD, TX, MI
I am a former educator and school principal turned therapist. My joy is working with all types of adults. My ideal client is reflective and purposeful. My clients are typically professionals navigating life transitions, entrepreneurs balancing work and life, young adults exploring careers and learning to “adult”, adoptees of all ages discovering their identities and processing trauma, and birth/first mothers navigating grief and loss. I support my clients through reflection, trauma processing, self-discovery, and identity development so that they can embrace mental clarity live purposefully.
My primary specialties include identity development, life transitions, and adoption with focus on adoptees & birth families.
LMFT: MD, TX, MI
I am a former educator and school principal turned therapist. My joy is working with all types of adults. My ideal client is reflective and purposeful. My clients are typically professionals navigating life transitions, entrepreneurs balancing work and life, young adults exploring careers and learning to “adult”, adoptees of all ages discovering their identities and processing trauma, and birth/first mothers navigating grief and loss. I support my clients through reflection, trauma processing, self-discovery, and identity development so that they can embrace mental clarity live purposefully.
I specialize in DBT, identity & values exploration, adoption, and relationship support.
I believe healing happens through connection, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever you’re facing. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.
I specialize in DBT, identity & values exploration, adoption, and relationship support.
I believe healing happens through connection, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever you’re facing. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.
Supervised by Henrietta Dominguez, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S.
Compassionate Therapy for Children, Teens, Adults & Families.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when your child, teen, or family is struggling with big emotions, anxiety, trauma, or difficult life transitions. I strive to create a compassionate and supportive space where clients feel safe, seen, and understood.
Supervised by Henrietta Dominguez, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S.
Compassionate Therapy for Children, Teens, Adults & Families.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when your child, teen, or family is struggling with big emotions, anxiety, trauma, or difficult life transitions. I strive to create a compassionate and supportive space where clients feel safe, seen, and understood.
I am accepting new clients, though I am semi-retired. My days in the office are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. With 49 years of experience, I help people rally their strengths to overcome problems in living which have diminished their success and happiness. A practical, results-oriented psychologist, I believe that when people feel safe and free from criticism they are most able to see new solutions to their difficulties and to try new behaviors. I believe a counseling relationship is most effective when it includes empathy, humor, frank and straight-forward discussion and, occasionally, no-nonsense confrontation.
I am accepting new clients, though I am semi-retired. My days in the office are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. With 49 years of experience, I help people rally their strengths to overcome problems in living which have diminished their success and happiness. A practical, results-oriented psychologist, I believe that when people feel safe and free from criticism they are most able to see new solutions to their difficulties and to try new behaviors. I believe a counseling relationship is most effective when it includes empathy, humor, frank and straight-forward discussion and, occasionally, no-nonsense confrontation.
I am a clinical psychologist who has a wide range of experience working in a variety of professional settings and with diverse populations. I particularly enjoy working with teens, young adults and adults who are facing challenges and setbacks that are impeding their functioning and preventing them from their full potential. I also work with a variety of couples who are considering the next step (i.e., moving in together, open relationship, marriage) or having issues in their relationship and want to improve their relationship or considering breaking up/separation/divorce.
I am a clinical psychologist who has a wide range of experience working in a variety of professional settings and with diverse populations. I particularly enjoy working with teens, young adults and adults who are facing challenges and setbacks that are impeding their functioning and preventing them from their full potential. I also work with a variety of couples who are considering the next step (i.e., moving in together, open relationship, marriage) or having issues in their relationship and want to improve their relationship or considering breaking up/separation/divorce.
Denise Flores Turton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78257
I possess a specialized knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges and experiences related to adoption and raising human beings.
Healing with the Rhythm of the Setting Sun at Sunset Counseling & Wellness, PLLC. I warmly support emotional well-being throughout every stage of life. Inspired by the unwavering consistency of a sunset, I offer a steady presence, helping individuals find grounding, resilience, and hope even in times of change.
Just like taking a calming breath at day's end, I aim to share a warm, welcoming perspective through a supportive therapeutic approach. This approach celebrates the diverse cultural needs of children, individuals, families, relationships, and community groups, creating a truly inclusive space.
I possess a specialized knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges and experiences related to adoption and raising human beings.
Healing with the Rhythm of the Setting Sun at Sunset Counseling & Wellness, PLLC. I warmly support emotional well-being throughout every stage of life. Inspired by the unwavering consistency of a sunset, I offer a steady presence, helping individuals find grounding, resilience, and hope even in times of change.
Just like taking a calming breath at day's end, I aim to share a warm, welcoming perspective through a supportive therapeutic approach. This approach celebrates the diverse cultural needs of children, individuals, families, relationships, and community groups, creating a truly inclusive space.
Welcome to Pursuit of Happiness! We have had the honor of providing trauma-informed counseling for over 3,000 children in foster care since our formation in 2011. All of our counselors practice trauma-informed counseling and have training in play and trauma techniques to help children and families heal and grow in a safe therapeutic space. Our counselors will come directly to you and meet in the home, school, or daycare depending on your schedule needs. Virtual counseling is also available. We are in network with Superior Healthplan, Traditional Medicaid, and Medicaid-Aetna.
Welcome to Pursuit of Happiness! We have had the honor of providing trauma-informed counseling for over 3,000 children in foster care since our formation in 2011. All of our counselors practice trauma-informed counseling and have training in play and trauma techniques to help children and families heal and grow in a safe therapeutic space. Our counselors will come directly to you and meet in the home, school, or daycare depending on your schedule needs. Virtual counseling is also available. We are in network with Superior Healthplan, Traditional Medicaid, and Medicaid-Aetna.
You knew parenting would be hard but never guessed it would look like this. Caring for kids who struggle is exhausting and isolating. Maybe you adopted and now you’re living in a house ruled by trauma. Maybe your child has special needs and you are wading through grief. You absolutely love your kids but your own struggles are making it hard to show that. Now you’re ready to put on your own oxygen mask and get some help for yourself. You’re ready to start healing and face the parenting trauma you’ve walked through. Most of all, you’re ready to find peace inside yourself so you can show up for your kids in a way that you’re proud of.
You knew parenting would be hard but never guessed it would look like this. Caring for kids who struggle is exhausting and isolating. Maybe you adopted and now you’re living in a house ruled by trauma. Maybe your child has special needs and you are wading through grief. You absolutely love your kids but your own struggles are making it hard to show that. Now you’re ready to put on your own oxygen mask and get some help for yourself. You’re ready to start healing and face the parenting trauma you’ve walked through. Most of all, you’re ready to find peace inside yourself so you can show up for your kids in a way that you’re proud of.
I love serving clients who are ready to take their first steps—for themselves. That might look like a woman who’s overwhelmed by parenting while trying to carry the weight of the world, someone battling the stories anxiety has etched into their mind, or a person ready to scream their truth but finding only a whisper escapes. I feel honored to meet you where you are, to sit with you, and to carry your story for a while as you move through your journey.
I love serving clients who are ready to take their first steps—for themselves. That might look like a woman who’s overwhelmed by parenting while trying to carry the weight of the world, someone battling the stories anxiety has etched into their mind, or a person ready to scream their truth but finding only a whisper escapes. I feel honored to meet you where you are, to sit with you, and to carry your story for a while as you move through your journey.
I have been working with kids, teens, adults and families in some role for over 30 years. Having worked as direct care staff while in grad-school, church staff, teaching, and as a therapist, I have had many opportunities to help individuals and families to build on their strengths, and overcome their weaknesses. In addition to my work, I am a parent. In fact I have been a parent in a wonderfully blended family where I have had the privilege to parent 21 children.
I have been working with kids, teens, adults and families in some role for over 30 years. Having worked as direct care staff while in grad-school, church staff, teaching, and as a therapist, I have had many opportunities to help individuals and families to build on their strengths, and overcome their weaknesses. In addition to my work, I am a parent. In fact I have been a parent in a wonderfully blended family where I have had the privilege to parent 21 children.
I am a former athlete that fell in love with helping others. I continue to coach kids in the game I love (basketball). I'm originally from Oklahoma City and moved to Texas to attend college. Since then I have been involved with mental health and athletes. I currently have a private practice specializing in foster care and helping those kids reach their goals while in care.
I am a former athlete that fell in love with helping others. I continue to coach kids in the game I love (basketball). I'm originally from Oklahoma City and moved to Texas to attend college. Since then I have been involved with mental health and athletes. I currently have a private practice specializing in foster care and helping those kids reach their goals while in care.
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in San Antonio, Texas. I have a masters in Individual and Family Psychotherapy and have worked with families and individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and those who struggle with behavior problems and communication. I help people to utilize their existing strengths and abilities to overcome personal, relational and psychological difficulties.
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in San Antonio, Texas. I have a masters in Individual and Family Psychotherapy and have worked with families and individuals diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and those who struggle with behavior problems and communication. I help people to utilize their existing strengths and abilities to overcome personal, relational and psychological difficulties.
SPA, LLC - Supportive Psychological Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
We believe in a therapeutic process that revolves around life's changes and the journeys it takes us on. Choosing a change of focus is a powerful way of transforming any situation. Focusing on the positive doesn't mean that we are denying reality or avoiding what isn't working. It simply allows us to work from a grounded place in order to make the most informed decision from a less emotional place of clarity. Within our sessions, the goal is to cultivate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship where an individual can bring their full self into session without any fear.
We believe in a therapeutic process that revolves around life's changes and the journeys it takes us on. Choosing a change of focus is a powerful way of transforming any situation. Focusing on the positive doesn't mean that we are denying reality or avoiding what isn't working. It simply allows us to work from a grounded place in order to make the most informed decision from a less emotional place of clarity. Within our sessions, the goal is to cultivate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship where an individual can bring their full self into session without any fear.
The most important choice you will ever make is not one you made yesterday, but the one you make today. Tomorrow is in the future, today is now, choose today. The time is now. I empower people to achieve personal, professional, and spiritual growth in their lives. Committed to helping others change their lives by exploring personal strengths. I am a Licensed therapist with over 25 years of mental health experience. Much of this experience was gained during my service in the United States Army serving veterans and their families faced with a wide variety of mental health challenges.
The most important choice you will ever make is not one you made yesterday, but the one you make today. Tomorrow is in the future, today is now, choose today. The time is now. I empower people to achieve personal, professional, and spiritual growth in their lives. Committed to helping others change their lives by exploring personal strengths. I am a Licensed therapist with over 25 years of mental health experience. Much of this experience was gained during my service in the United States Army serving veterans and their families faced with a wide variety of mental health challenges.
Hi! I’m Steve and I have been a therapist in the San Antonio area and throughout Texas, specializing in working with men and with couples for thirteen years. I am also a husband and father of two adopted children and understand what comes with having a family and with having partnership and the joys and challenges that come with love and responsibility. I am deeply passionate about working with men who are hoping to find a more effective way of navigating their daily lives, and helping couples who hit relational potholes but maintain that important motivation to keep the love and relationship alive and well.
Hi! I’m Steve and I have been a therapist in the San Antonio area and throughout Texas, specializing in working with men and with couples for thirteen years. I am also a husband and father of two adopted children and understand what comes with having a family and with having partnership and the joys and challenges that come with love and responsibility. I am deeply passionate about working with men who are hoping to find a more effective way of navigating their daily lives, and helping couples who hit relational potholes but maintain that important motivation to keep the love and relationship alive and well.
Healing Minds Behavioral Health,
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, TF-CBT
San Antonio, TX 78228
As mental health professionals, we frequently receive questions such as: "How can I help my child?", "What should I expect?", "Are we the only ones going through this?", "Will my child get better?", and "Is there help for this?". You might resonate with some or all of these concerns. We want to assure you that we offer specialized support, a safe space to navigate difficult situations, and guidance for positive, lasting change. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, having difficulty making friends, or you simply want to consult with a professional to ensure your child is on track, please know that we can help.
As mental health professionals, we frequently receive questions such as: "How can I help my child?", "What should I expect?", "Are we the only ones going through this?", "Will my child get better?", and "Is there help for this?". You might resonate with some or all of these concerns. We want to assure you that we offer specialized support, a safe space to navigate difficult situations, and guidance for positive, lasting change. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, having difficulty making friends, or you simply want to consult with a professional to ensure your child is on track, please know that we can help.
I provide individual and family therapy to those navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, anxiety, depression, and those women who are trying to navigate through life stressors. I walk with my clients to help them manage grief, anger, and stress that accompanies infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I work with Women and Couples who are working on family building as well as adjustment to being new parents. I also work with women on occupational, relationship, and life changes. As your therapist we will collaborate to help you and/or your family reach your goals.
I provide individual and family therapy to those navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, anxiety, depression, and those women who are trying to navigate through life stressors. I walk with my clients to help them manage grief, anger, and stress that accompanies infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I work with Women and Couples who are working on family building as well as adjustment to being new parents. I also work with women on occupational, relationship, and life changes. As your therapist we will collaborate to help you and/or your family reach your goals.
Erik Alejandro Halgunseth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-I
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
Are you feeling that you are not living up to your true potential? Within you lies the substance to effectively deal with life's challenges, but you may need assistance in developing this power. Therapy can be that key that leads to a more fulfilled life. I believe that skilled treatment can assist individuals with a variety of challenges. In order to succeed the Counselor and the Client must work together, following a well organized plan to achieve the goals that the Client has chosen.
Are you feeling that you are not living up to your true potential? Within you lies the substance to effectively deal with life's challenges, but you may need assistance in developing this power. Therapy can be that key that leads to a more fulfilled life. I believe that skilled treatment can assist individuals with a variety of challenges. In order to succeed the Counselor and the Client must work together, following a well organized plan to achieve the goals that the Client has chosen.
A New Start Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78216
If you’re feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, or life’s challenges, you don’t have to face it alone. We understand that reaching out for support can be the hardest step, but it’s also the most important one. At our counseling group, we offer a welcoming, compassionate space where you can begin your journey toward healing & wellness. Our team is dedicated to making the process as easy & seamless as possible. We’ll work with you to pair you with a therapist who truly understands your unique needs, so you can begin focusing on what matters most—your mental & emotional well-being.
If you’re feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, or life’s challenges, you don’t have to face it alone. We understand that reaching out for support can be the hardest step, but it’s also the most important one. At our counseling group, we offer a welcoming, compassionate space where you can begin your journey toward healing & wellness. Our team is dedicated to making the process as easy & seamless as possible. We’ll work with you to pair you with a therapist who truly understands your unique needs, so you can begin focusing on what matters most—your mental & emotional well-being.
Affordable, low cost therapy/counseling. Licensed in TX. I am a Certified Child and Family Trauma Professional (CATP) who is passionate about fostering growth and healing in every one of my clients. If you are struggling with grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or stress, I am here for you. Finding the right counselor is essential to navigating life's challenges while playing a pivotal role in the therapeutic process. Sometimes processing challenging emotions simply takes someone else walking along side you while providing genuine support and a safe space to discover your own path to healing.
Affordable, low cost therapy/counseling. Licensed in TX. I am a Certified Child and Family Trauma Professional (CATP) who is passionate about fostering growth and healing in every one of my clients. If you are struggling with grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or stress, I am here for you. Finding the right counselor is essential to navigating life's challenges while playing a pivotal role in the therapeutic process. Sometimes processing challenging emotions simply takes someone else walking along side you while providing genuine support and a safe space to discover your own path to healing.
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- Alamo Heights
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- Bulverde
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- Converse
- Fair Oaks Ranch
- Garden Ridge
- Helotes
- Schertz
- Shavano Park
- Universal City
Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.