Therapists in San Antonio, TX

Life can be tough, overwhelming, and even at times feel unbearable, whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, or having difficulties adjusting to a traumatic life event. You may not have the support you need or the tools to help you navigate through this difficult time. That is where I would like to step in, to walk with you in your journey of healing. I hold a Bachelor degree in psychology and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Guidance, both from Texas A&M San Antonio. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.

As a Christian counselor I long to encourage and uplift. I consider it an honor when clients share their personal pain and struggle with me. Whatever your personal trial is right now, I want to establish a trusting relationship in which we can work through it together. Sometimes it just takes a caring counselor to process emotions with and other times an objective perspective or guidance may be needed. My integrative approach to counseling gives you the benefit of a wide range of options in seeking a peaceful solution to life's struggles.

My role as your therapist is to provide an environment of safety, support, and growth. I am experienced in helping you understand where your issues originate from, and then working together in collaboration to make changes that will help you move forward.I am also an open-minded person and will provide a nonjudgmental atmosphere in which to confide in. I am certified as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and a proud professional member of the International OCD Foundation as a provider (IOCDF.ORG). I am now licensed to provide treatment to clients in the states of Texas and Florida.

Lydia Friese is a Licensed Professional Counselor , 86941. Lydia earned her M.S. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Counseling. She specializes in relationship issues, Substance Abuse Disorders, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. She has 3 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, teens, couples, adults and families. Lydia’s goal is to provide clients a safe space for clients to move into awareness and gain self-trust. In turn seeing life's challenges as manageable.

I practice an open and genuine relationship with clients, focusing on helping them grow from their experiences to become the best version of themselves. I utilize many therapeutic techniques to form a diverse approach because everyone is different. Therefore, I collaborate with each client to find the most effective treatments.

Throughout our lives we collect scars through tough experiences or traumas. My hope is for you to understand that it’s okay to struggle, and it’s okay to have support and guidance. I pride myself in creating a safe and comfortable space for my clients, because comfort is part of the healing process and moving forward. I provide support with empowering individuals to overcome their struggles. I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships that consist of trust, transparency, and empathy.

It's hard to get up in the mornings. Life is heavy right now because work is stressful, you're struggling in your relationships, it's hard to get a good night's sleep, and/or you never seem to have time to focus on yourself. You may also be struggling with grief from the loss of a loved one, low self-esteem, or feeling disconnected from the world.

Hi, my name is Brettny (pronounced BRIT-nee). I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience working with individuals with Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Coping Skills, Stress, and other mental health issues. My top modalities are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Supportive, and Multicultural therapies. A little bit about myself: I enjoy gaming (PC, mobile, and board), delicious food (pizza, soup dumplings, crawfish, my mom’s chicken biryani), cooking, baking, cleaning, and snorkeling.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression trauma, and difficult life events? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you want to find healthier ways to cope with overwhelming emotions? Want to find ways to have happier healthier relationships? At Balance Therapy, we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! While also wanting to come up with actual solutions to your problems and not waste your time. I want to get straight to the root of the issue to help you live a happier and more fulfilling life. Helping people live a better life is our passion! To find love, inspiration forgiveness, and embrace.

You feel stuck, disconnected & anxious within your relationships, your job, and who you are. You’re someone who is a child of immigrants and high achieving, but still find that you are putting yourself last. Feeling like you’re always putting the needs and wants of others before your own, and then feel guilty for doing so. Maybe in this current season of your life it’s hard to get motivated and excited about what you are doing. But you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to trust your decisions and expand on your current relationships. Most of all, you’re ready to feel enough and create a meaningful life based on who you are.

Finding the right therapist can be a challenge. It is a privilege to be a part of a client’s journey to heal and manage life stressors. I want my clients to feel heard and validated as we work together to navigate through challenges. I enjoy doing trauma therapy because I want people to take their lives back and give themselves the happiness they deserve. The world can be a mean and nasty place, but it is also filled with potential for growth and healing.

Depression, anxiety, and the effects of traumatic experiences can get in the way of you living the kind of life you want.

Do you envision better relationships, EVEN with yourself? Does negative self-talk challenge the way you think, creating a variety of unsettling emotions leading to avoidance and insecurity? I offer safe, non-judgmental space to process hardships and triumphs that create anxiety, depression, and inability to enjoy your life in the present moment. Learn how self-love and self-care improve overall health. Take charge of your sleeping habits. Find your voice, and create & maintain strong internal and external boundaries. Healthy communication skills incorporated to improve work and personal interactions for the life you deserve!

My clients come from diverse backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, values, and beliefs. When they walk into counseling, they have found themselves in a place where they feel stuck in life, whether it be from depression, anxiety, addiction, past trauma, or a breakdown in relationships. As a counselor, it is my privilege to walk with them through these “stuck moments” and begin discovering those places of healing, growth, reconciliation, confidence, and trust.

I have a passion for helping people live their best life. Whether you are facing a big life transition or dealing with past trauma I am here to help. I am certified in EMDR and can aid you in moving through trauma. Are you looking at heading off to collage, getting married, having a baby, or simply trying to keep your head above water with the day-to-day tasks? I am here to help you navigate how to best handle life changes and thrive.

I believe people are complex and layered beings and within every one of us there is an inordinate amount of strength and wisdom. My job is to provide a safe place for people to examine their thoughts and beliefs and identify the events and actions that brought you in to see me. Together, harnessing your own strength and knowledge, we can design a strategy to bring about a peaceful and meaningful life.

Do you feel stuck? Are you suffering from an anxiety or mood disorder? Would you like to change your self-talk and plan your future? As a whole-person centered therapist I will utilize cognitive behavior techniques with a secondary emphasis on physical habits to help you to examine and make life changes. I will help you to make sense of your story, identify and adjust thinking, and accept and love yourself. Together we will set clear goals for life changes. I create an atmosphere of acceptance and hope, integrating faith if desired. Additionally I now offer Compassion Fatigue Therapy for those in helping professions.

Could we be upfront? You're here because you want to feel differently. Maybe you're unsure about the problem. Or you know what it is but can't seem to fix it. Anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues...it could be the same old pattern, or something out of the blue. You're in a great place to start. There is a pattern to the pain, and we can look at it together. I take a very direct and engaged position in helping you explore yourself, your strengths and your challenges. Through this process you will become more self confident. We'll create a collaborative relationship in which you can be open and honest without judgment.

My name is Dr. Carreon. I have been practicing for 19 years. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, a master's degree in Applied Psychology, and a master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy. I have worked in HMO settings, community mental health, government agencies, and private practice. I specialize in depression, anxiety, psychological evaluations/assessments, SAP DOT, couples counseling, pre-marital counseling, life coaching, and educational advisement. I am an eclectic therapist with specializations in evidence-based practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Family Systems, and Attachment Theory.