Chronic Illness Therapists in San Antonio, TX
Do you often feel like things are out of control in your life? With some support and remember you are not alone, you can learn the skills to find balance again. I hope to hear from you and help collaborate with you to teach some skills.
Do you often feel like things are out of control in your life? With some support and remember you are not alone, you can learn the skills to find balance again. I hope to hear from you and help collaborate with you to teach some skills.
It takes strength and courage to accept when one can't handle parts of life, and so, I commend you. As a therapist, I accompany clients exactly where they are while offering empathy, unconditional acceptance, respect without any judgement, and open communication in order to build a safe and inviting counseling environment. I believe each client brings a set of unique morals, values, beliefs, and strengths which makes each person who they are. I handle ALL issues from adolescent to elderly with individuals, couples, and families, but particularly Infertility, Miscarriage, IVF, Child Loss, Adoption/Fostering, & Missionary Re-Entry.
It takes strength and courage to accept when one can't handle parts of life, and so, I commend you. As a therapist, I accompany clients exactly where they are while offering empathy, unconditional acceptance, respect without any judgement, and open communication in order to build a safe and inviting counseling environment. I believe each client brings a set of unique morals, values, beliefs, and strengths which makes each person who they are. I handle ALL issues from adolescent to elderly with individuals, couples, and families, but particularly Infertility, Miscarriage, IVF, Child Loss, Adoption/Fostering, & Missionary Re-Entry.
Through the work I have done providing counseling to geriatric clients living in Assisted Living facilities, I have experience working with individuals living with chronic illness, chronic pain, and disabilities.
Hello! My name is Emily, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in San Antonio. I believe that the interaction between the mind and the body should be an important topic of focus in mental health counseling, and the interplay between these factors cannot be ignored. In addition, I believe it is important to acknowledge and explore how social and economic realities can stifle us from being our truest, fullest selves. My goal as your therapist is to help you feel more at peace with your mind and body, and to affirm and support you in building confidence to become your most fulfilled self.
Through the work I have done providing counseling to geriatric clients living in Assisted Living facilities, I have experience working with individuals living with chronic illness, chronic pain, and disabilities.
Hello! My name is Emily, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in San Antonio. I believe that the interaction between the mind and the body should be an important topic of focus in mental health counseling, and the interplay between these factors cannot be ignored. In addition, I believe it is important to acknowledge and explore how social and economic realities can stifle us from being our truest, fullest selves. My goal as your therapist is to help you feel more at peace with your mind and body, and to affirm and support you in building confidence to become your most fulfilled self.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, chronic pain, a life transition, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy offers a place to slow down, be heard, and begin healing in a way that honors your whole self.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, chronic pain, a life transition, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy offers a place to slow down, be heard, and begin healing in a way that honors your whole self.
Bryanna
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78232
Waitlist for new clients
I support individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic illness.
Life can feel heavy sometimes, especially when you're navigating big changes, painful experiences, burnout, or feeling unsure of where to go next. I believe healing begins when you don't have to work through the hard parts of life alone. My hope is to offer a safe and compassionate space where you can take a breath, show up exactly as you are, without judgment, and feel seen, heard, and supported.
I support individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic illness.
Life can feel heavy sometimes, especially when you're navigating big changes, painful experiences, burnout, or feeling unsure of where to go next. I believe healing begins when you don't have to work through the hard parts of life alone. My hope is to offer a safe and compassionate space where you can take a breath, show up exactly as you are, without judgment, and feel seen, heard, and supported.
You know that meme of the dog sitting in a burning room saying this is fine? A lot of people come to counseling feeling like that. Your body might hurt in ways that others can’t seem to understand. You might be carrying grief that doesn’t have a name. You might be stuck in cycles of obsessions and compulsions. You might be tired of a world on fire that asks too much and offers too little. My office can be a space where you don’t have to pretend it's fine anymore. You don’t have to justify your feelings or earn your rest. You can be met with warmth, nonjudgment, and even a little bit of humor.
You know that meme of the dog sitting in a burning room saying this is fine? A lot of people come to counseling feeling like that. Your body might hurt in ways that others can’t seem to understand. You might be carrying grief that doesn’t have a name. You might be stuck in cycles of obsessions and compulsions. You might be tired of a world on fire that asks too much and offers too little. My office can be a space where you don’t have to pretend it's fine anymore. You don’t have to justify your feelings or earn your rest. You can be met with warmth, nonjudgment, and even a little bit of humor.
I have over 12 years of experience providing mental health care to a wide variety of populations, from children to adults. I use an array of different psychotherapy approaches, specific techniques, and interventions, from modalities like CBT and CBT for insomnia, ACT, EMDR, CPT, solution focused therapy, DBT, and motivational interviewing. I also utilize the corrective, healing power of the interpersonal process in psychotherapy. I enjoy getting to know my clients and finding a style and approach that works best for their needs during our time together in the therapeutic relationship.
I have over 12 years of experience providing mental health care to a wide variety of populations, from children to adults. I use an array of different psychotherapy approaches, specific techniques, and interventions, from modalities like CBT and CBT for insomnia, ACT, EMDR, CPT, solution focused therapy, DBT, and motivational interviewing. I also utilize the corrective, healing power of the interpersonal process in psychotherapy. I enjoy getting to know my clients and finding a style and approach that works best for their needs during our time together in the therapeutic relationship.
We provide supportive psychotherapy for patients with a serious illness or injury, who now live with chronic pain and impairment. It is not unusual to experience problems with stress, depression, and anxiety after a medical crisis, and to become isolated from the flow of life. You will be given an individual therapist to support you and help you learn about the specific skills, attitudes, and behaviors that help you slowly but steadily "push back" and regain quality of life.
We provide supportive psychotherapy for patients with a serious illness or injury, who now live with chronic pain and impairment. It is not unusual to experience problems with stress, depression, and anxiety after a medical crisis, and to become isolated from the flow of life. You will be given an individual therapist to support you and help you learn about the specific skills, attitudes, and behaviors that help you slowly but steadily "push back" and regain quality of life.
Living with chronic pain, persistent symptoms or illness? Most of my Client's are. When they find me, they've often been uncomfortable forever—exhausted, isolated, anxious, disconnected from themselves & afraid things will never improve. They panic on their worst days, push through on their best. They stay busy, search endlessly for answers, yet still feel stuck in survival mode. I teach the mind-body connection in a simple, effective way that reduces panic, pain & other symptoms, while increasing joy & connection. I offer more than coping & symptom management, focusing on practical & targeted skills that really lead to recovery.
Living with chronic pain, persistent symptoms or illness? Most of my Client's are. When they find me, they've often been uncomfortable forever—exhausted, isolated, anxious, disconnected from themselves & afraid things will never improve. They panic on their worst days, push through on their best. They stay busy, search endlessly for answers, yet still feel stuck in survival mode. I teach the mind-body connection in a simple, effective way that reduces panic, pain & other symptoms, while increasing joy & connection. I offer more than coping & symptom management, focusing on practical & targeted skills that really lead to recovery.
I see both therapy and coaching as personal training for the psyche. My ideal client is one that is motivated to talk and work with me to develop deeper understandings of themselves and others and create positive changes within themselves and the systems within which they interact. I am also very excited to have added dating coaching to my list of services offered and would love to discuss with you all that dating coaching is and all that it can potentially do for you! Recently added Generating Possibility, Together! to the practice, check out this great group!
I see both therapy and coaching as personal training for the psyche. My ideal client is one that is motivated to talk and work with me to develop deeper understandings of themselves and others and create positive changes within themselves and the systems within which they interact. I am also very excited to have added dating coaching to my list of services offered and would love to discuss with you all that dating coaching is and all that it can potentially do for you! Recently added Generating Possibility, Together! to the practice, check out this great group!
Healing Chapter Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78250
I offer therapy for adults & adolescents, and am trained and experienced in working with those who are moments when what you’re feeling isn’t just about today. Our lives are full of many outside influences, such as our history, family expectations, cultural messages, and experiences that were never meant to be carried alone. Anxiety, depression, and grief can feel heavier when you’ve been taught to “be strong,” “handle it yourself,” or stay silent to protect others. You may have tried pushing through. You may have minimized your pain because others have it worse. You may have searched for answers in spaces that didn’t fully see you.
I offer therapy for adults & adolescents, and am trained and experienced in working with those who are moments when what you’re feeling isn’t just about today. Our lives are full of many outside influences, such as our history, family expectations, cultural messages, and experiences that were never meant to be carried alone. Anxiety, depression, and grief can feel heavier when you’ve been taught to “be strong,” “handle it yourself,” or stay silent to protect others. You may have tried pushing through. You may have minimized your pain because others have it worse. You may have searched for answers in spaces that didn’t fully see you.
Affordable Telehealth Counseling, $40 no insurance needed! As of August 2026. Now accepting Minors (12/13+) and Couples $60.
I believe quality mental health care should be made affordable so that more people can get the help they need. My name is Luna Dreamer and I’m an LPC-Associate who specializes in working with the transgender, queer, disabled, and kink populations. I draw from my personal experience as a long time therapy client and transgender woman to help clients process trauma and manage symptoms of various serious mental health diagnosis. I do not use AI or allow it access to client notes.
Affordable Telehealth Counseling, $40 no insurance needed! As of August 2026. Now accepting Minors (12/13+) and Couples $60.
I believe quality mental health care should be made affordable so that more people can get the help they need. My name is Luna Dreamer and I’m an LPC-Associate who specializes in working with the transgender, queer, disabled, and kink populations. I draw from my personal experience as a long time therapy client and transgender woman to help clients process trauma and manage symptoms of various serious mental health diagnosis. I do not use AI or allow it access to client notes.
For over 30 years, I’ve had the opportunity to listen as clients shared their story and trusted me to help. As an integrative therapist, I draw from a large and diverse “tool bag” of research-supported methods and strategies to help people gain insight, heal, develop skills, and strengthen the resilience they need to be happier, healthier, and improve their relationships. Some of my clients are seeking help for depression, anxiety, or recovery from past trauma. Others are looking to build coping skills and obtain support through a difficult time. I use a secure teletherapy platform to see clients in both Texas and Colorado.
For over 30 years, I’ve had the opportunity to listen as clients shared their story and trusted me to help. As an integrative therapist, I draw from a large and diverse “tool bag” of research-supported methods and strategies to help people gain insight, heal, develop skills, and strengthen the resilience they need to be happier, healthier, and improve their relationships. Some of my clients are seeking help for depression, anxiety, or recovery from past trauma. Others are looking to build coping skills and obtain support through a difficult time. I use a secure teletherapy platform to see clients in both Texas and Colorado.
As a social worker in the healthcare system, I have worked with individuals from a diverse cultural background who were struggling with an array of issues: depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief/ loss, crisis, and life stressors.
These experiences have helped me to see the power and resilience that we all have within ourselves but for one reason or another have forgotten about them. My style of counseling focuses on finding those forgotten strengths while using a person-centered approach. Together we will create a treatment plan that will help you meet your goals.
As a social worker in the healthcare system, I have worked with individuals from a diverse cultural background who were struggling with an array of issues: depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief/ loss, crisis, and life stressors.
These experiences have helped me to see the power and resilience that we all have within ourselves but for one reason or another have forgotten about them. My style of counseling focuses on finding those forgotten strengths while using a person-centered approach. Together we will create a treatment plan that will help you meet your goals.
Is your relationship navigating the complex challenges of neurodifferences, chronic illness, or trauma?
I specialize in supporting couples to enrich & repair their relationship while navigating complex challenges like chronic illness, neurodivergence, & trauma. Combining research-informed practices with revolutionary brain & relationship science, I work from an integrative “head & heart” approach to help you increase resilience & co-create a secure connection.
Is your relationship navigating the complex challenges of neurodifferences, chronic illness, or trauma?
I specialize in supporting couples to enrich & repair their relationship while navigating complex challenges like chronic illness, neurodivergence, & trauma. Combining research-informed practices with revolutionary brain & relationship science, I work from an integrative “head & heart” approach to help you increase resilience & co-create a secure connection.
Being diagnosed with a chronic illness can create a great deal of anxiety about the future.
I have a person centered and trauma informed approach to treatment that incorporates, cognitive behavioral therapy, problem solving skills, and addresses grief and loss by restoring hope for the future. We will work together to create realistic goals for your personal situation.
Being diagnosed with a chronic illness can create a great deal of anxiety about the future.
I have a person centered and trauma informed approach to treatment that incorporates, cognitive behavioral therapy, problem solving skills, and addresses grief and loss by restoring hope for the future. We will work together to create realistic goals for your personal situation.
Sometimes life throws us curve balls and with those hiccups in life come struggles in which we all need help. I believe that it is in those moments when turning to others is key to helping one heal and move forward with their lives. I see strength in seeking counseling for oneself, because that takes courage on your part to step outside of your box and seek help. Establishing a therapeutic relationship that leads to the development of trust is important for growth and healing of a client. It takes courage to take that first step towards counseling, I hope to be able to walk this step with you.
Sometimes life throws us curve balls and with those hiccups in life come struggles in which we all need help. I believe that it is in those moments when turning to others is key to helping one heal and move forward with their lives. I see strength in seeking counseling for oneself, because that takes courage on your part to step outside of your box and seek help. Establishing a therapeutic relationship that leads to the development of trust is important for growth and healing of a client. It takes courage to take that first step towards counseling, I hope to be able to walk this step with you.
I specialize in supporting adults/older adults with trauma, grief/loss, chronic illness, life changes, depression, anxiety and navigating intersecting identities, including caregiving, immigrant/multicultural, queer, gender diverse, neurodivergent, and nontraditional experiences.
I draw from different therapy approaches to meet your individual needs. I view therapy as a partnership in a welcoming, non-judgmental space where your humanity is respected and celebrated. My interactive, conversational style and use of authenticity and humor helps clients feel at ease and open about their worries, fears, experiences, strengths and hopes.
I specialize in supporting adults/older adults with trauma, grief/loss, chronic illness, life changes, depression, anxiety and navigating intersecting identities, including caregiving, immigrant/multicultural, queer, gender diverse, neurodivergent, and nontraditional experiences.
I draw from different therapy approaches to meet your individual needs. I view therapy as a partnership in a welcoming, non-judgmental space where your humanity is respected and celebrated. My interactive, conversational style and use of authenticity and humor helps clients feel at ease and open about their worries, fears, experiences, strengths and hopes.
You feel confused, disconnected, and don't know what to do or where to go. You feel like life is passing you by. You want to feel that spark and desire again. You want to reconnect with others, and more importantly, yourself. You want to work out the kinks of your past and gain a new perspective that allows for more joy.
You feel confused, disconnected, and don't know what to do or where to go. You feel like life is passing you by. You want to feel that spark and desire again. You want to reconnect with others, and more importantly, yourself. You want to work out the kinks of your past and gain a new perspective that allows for more joy.
Brittany Rae Saldivar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S
12 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples with late-diagnosed ADHD, autism, chronic illness, and complex trauma.
If you’re looking for a safe space where pain can be transformed into resilience, insight, and deeper self-understanding, you’re in the right place. Emotions are a natural part of being human and they can also be powerful indicators. I help clients explore what their emotions are trying to reveal about unmet needs, past experiences, desires, and opportunities for healing. I love supporting fellow humans as they make sense of their past, do the work in the present, and move toward sustainable change and a more fulfilling future. Understanding and honoring your personal story is important to me and central to our work.
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples with late-diagnosed ADHD, autism, chronic illness, and complex trauma.
If you’re looking for a safe space where pain can be transformed into resilience, insight, and deeper self-understanding, you’re in the right place. Emotions are a natural part of being human and they can also be powerful indicators. I help clients explore what their emotions are trying to reveal about unmet needs, past experiences, desires, and opportunities for healing. I love supporting fellow humans as they make sense of their past, do the work in the present, and move toward sustainable change and a more fulfilling future. Understanding and honoring your personal story is important to me and central to our work.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.