Positive Psychology Therapists in San Antonio, TX

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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Antonio
Counselor
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(830) 271-4363 View (830) 271-4363
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Mind Right Sport Psychology
Counselor, EdD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78255
We offer mental skill training for athletes of all levels, professionals looking for an edge, weekend warriors, and anyone who wants to build a strong mental game. Skills like mental toughness, anxiety and emotion management around performance, focus, routine, visualization, and goal setting are all trainable. We take a cognitive behavioral approach, combined with sport and performance psychology principles, Self-Determination Theory, and Positive Psychology, to build a high-performance mindset. You will learn to consistently perform at the high end of your abilities and manage obstacles, slumps, or distractions when they arise.
We offer mental skill training for athletes of all levels, professionals looking for an edge, weekend warriors, and anyone who wants to build a strong mental game. Skills like mental toughness, anxiety and emotion management around performance, focus, routine, visualization, and goal setting are all trainable. We take a cognitive behavioral approach, combined with sport and performance psychology principles, Self-Determination Theory, and Positive Psychology, to build a high-performance mindset. You will learn to consistently perform at the high end of your abilities and manage obstacles, slumps, or distractions when they arise.
(210) 943-9341 View (210) 943-9341
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Antonio
Counselor
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Mariam Ramy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78228
My typical course of treatment is cognitive behavioral theory, along with positive psychology and person-centered theories.
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile. You must be here because you've been feeling sad, worried, unsure about your life's direction, or just noticed something isn't completely satisfactory in your life right now. That's where I come in! Together we can work on all these issues and more. We can create a plan, goals, and I can teach you coping skills. Throughout our time together, my hope is that you'll be able to leave here feeling more in control of your life, and confident in your own skills to overcome conflict and adversity.
My typical course of treatment is cognitive behavioral theory, along with positive psychology and person-centered theories.
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile. You must be here because you've been feeling sad, worried, unsure about your life's direction, or just noticed something isn't completely satisfactory in your life right now. That's where I come in! Together we can work on all these issues and more. We can create a plan, goals, and I can teach you coping skills. Throughout our time together, my hope is that you'll be able to leave here feeling more in control of your life, and confident in your own skills to overcome conflict and adversity.
(210) 794-6819 View (210) 794-6819
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Valerie A F Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78212
I offer a Positive Psychology/Strength-based perspective and I am trained in a variety of evidenced-based counseling approaches such as: Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
When life presents challenges that feel too difficult to overcome on your own or a feeling that the world is not designed for you, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and express your emotions. Working together, you and I can reveal your existing strengths and develop them into viable coping skills to overcome these challenges. I have lived and worked in various regions of the United States and abroad thus I understand the feelings of isolation and uncertainty that can surface when in a new environment, situation, or even in every day circumstances.
I offer a Positive Psychology/Strength-based perspective and I am trained in a variety of evidenced-based counseling approaches such as: Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
When life presents challenges that feel too difficult to overcome on your own or a feeling that the world is not designed for you, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and express your emotions. Working together, you and I can reveal your existing strengths and develop them into viable coping skills to overcome these challenges. I have lived and worked in various regions of the United States and abroad thus I understand the feelings of isolation and uncertainty that can surface when in a new environment, situation, or even in every day circumstances.
(210) 625-5965 View (210) 625-5965
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Edith (Edie) Blake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LSSP, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, and positive psychology while tailoring our dialogue to meet your unique and specific needs.
Living life is a journey that is sometimes wonderful and other times very difficult. By walking with you on your journey, helping you through these times when the way is tough, so here to support and empower you on your journey. you do not have to face it alone. I'd like to help you! I have worked in a variety of settings helping individuals, and families experience emotional healing. I have assisted those struggling with a wide range of mood disorders, including trauma, anxiety, stress, depression relationship problems, parenting problems, career challenges, and ADHD.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, and positive psychology while tailoring our dialogue to meet your unique and specific needs.
Living life is a journey that is sometimes wonderful and other times very difficult. By walking with you on your journey, helping you through these times when the way is tough, so here to support and empower you on your journey. you do not have to face it alone. I'd like to help you! I have worked in a variety of settings helping individuals, and families experience emotional healing. I have assisted those struggling with a wide range of mood disorders, including trauma, anxiety, stress, depression relationship problems, parenting problems, career challenges, and ADHD.
(210) 361-8041 View (210) 361-8041
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Career Coach - Launched by Linda, LLC
MA, Coach
Verified Verified
Online Only
My main theoretical frameworks are Positive Psychology, CliftonStrengths, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Feeling frustrated or unsatisfied about your career path? Uncertain about a career transition or career change? I've spent over 12 years helping people gain clarity and confidence in communicating who they are and what they have to offer. I guide clients through exploring options, making decisions, setting goals, and planning next steps towards a more meaningful career through personal branding and focusing on your strengths. I use my unique frameworks to organize what feels like a chaotic process so you won't feel lost or alone.
My main theoretical frameworks are Positive Psychology, CliftonStrengths, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Feeling frustrated or unsatisfied about your career path? Uncertain about a career transition or career change? I've spent over 12 years helping people gain clarity and confidence in communicating who they are and what they have to offer. I guide clients through exploring options, making decisions, setting goals, and planning next steps towards a more meaningful career through personal branding and focusing on your strengths. I use my unique frameworks to organize what feels like a chaotic process so you won't feel lost or alone.
(253) 237-8121 View (253) 237-8121
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Patricia Mai Michlik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
EMDR, Hypnosis & Healing your Inner Child with parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Stress/Anger Management, Mindfulness/Relaxation Training, Communication & Social Skills Training, Psychoeducation, Life Coaching, Life Skills, & SMART goal setting.
Hello! I love collaborating with my clients to achieve their personal goals & develop creative strategies to cope with life's stressors. I have been an LPC for over 13 years, & worked with seniors, adults, teens, & children from any location in TX via teletherapy (video/phone) who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Autism, ADHD, Life Transitions, Grief, Spirituality, Relationship Issues, Stress/Anger Management, Coping Skills, Family Conflict, Marital/Premarital issues, Cultural/Ethnic issues, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Academic Challenges, LGBTQ concerns, & much more. Some therapeutic modalities I utilize include:
EMDR, Hypnosis & Healing your Inner Child with parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Stress/Anger Management, Mindfulness/Relaxation Training, Communication & Social Skills Training, Psychoeducation, Life Coaching, Life Skills, & SMART goal setting.
Hello! I love collaborating with my clients to achieve their personal goals & develop creative strategies to cope with life's stressors. I have been an LPC for over 13 years, & worked with seniors, adults, teens, & children from any location in TX via teletherapy (video/phone) who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Autism, ADHD, Life Transitions, Grief, Spirituality, Relationship Issues, Stress/Anger Management, Coping Skills, Family Conflict, Marital/Premarital issues, Cultural/Ethnic issues, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Academic Challenges, LGBTQ concerns, & much more. Some therapeutic modalities I utilize include:
(832) 772-2507 View (832) 772-2507
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Alan Rivas (Bilingual)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
I draw from a blend of methodologies including Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and a touch of philosophy to help you reconnect with your self-awareness, fostering a sense of clarity and purpose.
Feeling adrift or uncertain about your life's purpose? I specialize in providing guidance and support to adults who are grappling with anxiety and depression stemming from feeling stuck or directionless. My passion lies in aiding individuals who may be experiencing emotional turmoil because they haven't yet discovered their true calling.My primary objective is to assist you in navigating the layers of falsehoods, self-deceptions, and fears that seem to exert control over your life. Through this process, you'll gain the confidence to make decisions and embrace bold choices that lead to personal transformation.
I draw from a blend of methodologies including Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and a touch of philosophy to help you reconnect with your self-awareness, fostering a sense of clarity and purpose.
Feeling adrift or uncertain about your life's purpose? I specialize in providing guidance and support to adults who are grappling with anxiety and depression stemming from feeling stuck or directionless. My passion lies in aiding individuals who may be experiencing emotional turmoil because they haven't yet discovered their true calling.My primary objective is to assist you in navigating the layers of falsehoods, self-deceptions, and fears that seem to exert control over your life. Through this process, you'll gain the confidence to make decisions and embrace bold choices that lead to personal transformation.
(512) 865-5049 View (512) 865-5049
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Justin Wolff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
Note: During the CoronaVirus Crisis, I am offering online/telehealth sessions. Visit my website for details! I work with kids, adolescents, and adults, leading them to their "A-ha" moments. I make difficult concepts simple using humor, story-telling & analogies. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address the thoughts, feelings, beliefs and actions which may be obstacles to getting where you would like to be. I also rely heavily on Positive Psychology, which uses a strength-based approach (rather than a focus on problems). When working with Traumatic events, I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Note: During the CoronaVirus Crisis, I am offering online/telehealth sessions. Visit my website for details! I work with kids, adolescents, and adults, leading them to their "A-ha" moments. I make difficult concepts simple using humor, story-telling & analogies. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address the thoughts, feelings, beliefs and actions which may be obstacles to getting where you would like to be. I also rely heavily on Positive Psychology, which uses a strength-based approach (rather than a focus on problems). When working with Traumatic events, I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
(210) 598-5105 View (210) 598-5105
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Maile Giles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78212
Let's collaborate and explore what your internal roadblocks are to feel fully alive! What do you want your experience of life to be? What is unconscious that is stopping you from understanding and connecting with yourself, others, life? We can work together to identify blocks and blindspots, gain new awareness and tools. I utilize different types of therapy depending on your needs. NARM- which combines attachment theory and a somatic approach, EMDR, Brainspotting, Emotionally Focused Couple's and Gottman for Couples,Mindfulness and Positive Psychology. I strongly believe in a mind-body approach and lots of psychoeducation.
Let's collaborate and explore what your internal roadblocks are to feel fully alive! What do you want your experience of life to be? What is unconscious that is stopping you from understanding and connecting with yourself, others, life? We can work together to identify blocks and blindspots, gain new awareness and tools. I utilize different types of therapy depending on your needs. NARM- which combines attachment theory and a somatic approach, EMDR, Brainspotting, Emotionally Focused Couple's and Gottman for Couples,Mindfulness and Positive Psychology. I strongly believe in a mind-body approach and lots of psychoeducation.
(210) 585-2879 View (210) 585-2879
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Crystal Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, CSC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is integrative and holistic and I use a variety of therapies from DBT, CPT, mindfulness practices, strengths-based, positive psychology, meditation, to yoga.
Going through life with no guidance is hard enough, but having a support system in place can ease life stressor's. I believe individuals should live a fulfilled life as a healthy whole person. I take an integrative and holistic approach to healing the mind, the physical, the spiritual and the psychological.  I enjoy working with couples, women of all ages, and adolescents.  I have worked with Anger management, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD/trauma and much more. My primary goal is to encourage, uplift, and build confident individuals.
My approach is integrative and holistic and I use a variety of therapies from DBT, CPT, mindfulness practices, strengths-based, positive psychology, meditation, to yoga.
Going through life with no guidance is hard enough, but having a support system in place can ease life stressor's. I believe individuals should live a fulfilled life as a healthy whole person. I take an integrative and holistic approach to healing the mind, the physical, the spiritual and the psychological.  I enjoy working with couples, women of all ages, and adolescents.  I have worked with Anger management, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD/trauma and much more. My primary goal is to encourage, uplift, and build confident individuals.
(254) 791-5815 View (254) 791-5815
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Kimberly McCain
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78245
My method of treatment combines various theoretical models, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Positive Psychology, with growth and solution-focused ideas.
My clients often come to me looking for hope and to learn skills to deal with the stresses of life. I take a positive and practical approach to problems, providing support and guidance to help my clients navigate challenging life circumstances. My clients typically present with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, but I see clients with a wide range of symptoms encountered at all stages of life. Together we will determine what you want to work on and come up with a plan to get you started on your journey towards feeling better.
My method of treatment combines various theoretical models, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Positive Psychology, with growth and solution-focused ideas.
My clients often come to me looking for hope and to learn skills to deal with the stresses of life. I take a positive and practical approach to problems, providing support and guidance to help my clients navigate challenging life circumstances. My clients typically present with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, but I see clients with a wide range of symptoms encountered at all stages of life. Together we will determine what you want to work on and come up with a plan to get you started on your journey towards feeling better.
(469) 972-3247 View (469) 972-3247
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Dr. James R. Langabeer
PhD, EdD, ChFC®, CPC, BFA™
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78210
Do you have a troubled relationship with money? I am a leading financial therapist and tenured professor of medicine & behavioral sciences at a major academic medical center. I have worked with and trained thousands of people. My doctoral training is in decision-making, finance, and educational psychology. In my financial therapy, I integrate coaching and positive psychology to redefine your money beliefs, behaviors and patterns and build a plan to get you back on track. If you struggle with making the right financial decisions, or have marital issues surrounding financial tensions, let's work together.
Do you have a troubled relationship with money? I am a leading financial therapist and tenured professor of medicine & behavioral sciences at a major academic medical center. I have worked with and trained thousands of people. My doctoral training is in decision-making, finance, and educational psychology. In my financial therapy, I integrate coaching and positive psychology to redefine your money beliefs, behaviors and patterns and build a plan to get you back on track. If you struggle with making the right financial decisions, or have marital issues surrounding financial tensions, let's work together.
(832) 702-3035 View (832) 702-3035
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Alan Rivas Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78201
I draw from a blend of methodologies including Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and a touch of philosophy to help you reconnect with your self-awareness, fostering a sense of clarity and purpose.
Feeling adrift or uncertain about your life's purpose? I specialize in providing guidance and support to adults who are grappling with anxiety and depression stemming from feeling stuck or directionless. My passion lies in aiding individuals who may be experiencing emotional turmoil because they haven't yet discovered their true calling. My primary objective is to assist you in navigating the layers of falsehoods, self-deceptions, and fears that seem to exert control over your life. Through this process, you'll gain the confidence to make decisions and embrace bold choices that lead to personal transformation.
I draw from a blend of methodologies including Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and a touch of philosophy to help you reconnect with your self-awareness, fostering a sense of clarity and purpose.
Feeling adrift or uncertain about your life's purpose? I specialize in providing guidance and support to adults who are grappling with anxiety and depression stemming from feeling stuck or directionless. My passion lies in aiding individuals who may be experiencing emotional turmoil because they haven't yet discovered their true calling. My primary objective is to assist you in navigating the layers of falsehoods, self-deceptions, and fears that seem to exert control over your life. Through this process, you'll gain the confidence to make decisions and embrace bold choices that lead to personal transformation.
(832) 345-1925 View (832) 345-1925
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Helotes
Counselor
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78255
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Matthew L Fischer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you struggle with worry, feeling overwhelmed, intrusive thoughts, negative self-talk, anger and/or anxiety? Do you struggle within relationships? Are you you're own worst critic? Do you often wish you could just feel happier and more calm? Do you often feel alone with your struggles and feel others don't understand? Do you have goals that you'd like to meet but they often seem out of reach?
Do you struggle with worry, feeling overwhelmed, intrusive thoughts, negative self-talk, anger and/or anxiety? Do you struggle within relationships? Are you you're own worst critic? Do you often wish you could just feel happier and more calm? Do you often feel alone with your struggles and feel others don't understand? Do you have goals that you'd like to meet but they often seem out of reach?
(920) 933-8005 View (920) 933-8005
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Heather Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78259
Seeking help and finding the right therapist for you can be a daunting and challenging process. The key to positive, lasting change is finding a therapist who will tailor your treatment based on your individual needs and strengths, and help you overcome the behaviors and thoughts that are getting in your way. You need someone who will listen and understand you without judgment, support you through these changes, be honest with you, and challenge you when needed.
Seeking help and finding the right therapist for you can be a daunting and challenging process. The key to positive, lasting change is finding a therapist who will tailor your treatment based on your individual needs and strengths, and help you overcome the behaviors and thoughts that are getting in your way. You need someone who will listen and understand you without judgment, support you through these changes, be honest with you, and challenge you when needed.
(512) 714-3403 View (512) 714-3403
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Carlos Damian Quesada
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78259
As an existential therapist, I believe you hold the answers within you no matter what obstacles you are trying to overcome. Through a collaborative effort, I tailor our sessions around your needs and goals. Enhancing well-being through an increased sense of resiliency, optimism, and personal control, in leu of the struggles you are experiencing. I believe in supporting and challenging you in your journey of self-exploration as you discover your authentic path in life.
As an existential therapist, I believe you hold the answers within you no matter what obstacles you are trying to overcome. Through a collaborative effort, I tailor our sessions around your needs and goals. Enhancing well-being through an increased sense of resiliency, optimism, and personal control, in leu of the struggles you are experiencing. I believe in supporting and challenging you in your journey of self-exploration as you discover your authentic path in life.
(210) 880-6451 View (210) 880-6451
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Molly Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216
Life comes with challenges. Sometimes we need support. As a Licenced Professional Therapist, my goal is to walk alongside you in order to navigate through life's challenges.
Life comes with challenges. Sometimes we need support. As a Licenced Professional Therapist, my goal is to walk alongside you in order to navigate through life's challenges.
(210) 361-9070 View (210) 361-9070
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Positive Psychology Therapists

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.