Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists in San Antonio, TX

I am a clinical psychologist with 16 years experience providing services to adults, children, and adolescents in a multitude of settings including outpatient clinics, inpatient hospitals, community mental health clinics, adolescent residential treatment centers, correctional facilities, schools, and military installations. I have held leadership roles such as operating a military-specific unit of a private inpatient psychiatric hospital. Additionally, I was the director of a university Psychology Clinic and many of my roles have included supervising counseling and psychology students.

I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed psychologist. I am the Director of Behavioral Health team at Centric Physicians in San Antonio. Clinically, my role is to perform advanced and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of adults to help diagnose, and assist with treatment of brain degenerative diseases (dementia), traumatic brain injury, and other brain pathology. I provide services in post-acute and sub-acute care facilities in San Antonio. In addition, I do forensic assessments to help lawyers and judges answer psycholegal questions.

Are you a military caregiver or spouse needing some support? I am a spouse to a Marine Wounded Warrior and have been a caregiver full-time to help with Combat PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury. My goal is to help you to overcome the stress and lifestyle associated with the military while empowering you to become successful in your relationships. I work from a systemic approach with a nonjudgmental viewpoint. My experience allows me to understand the dynamics of a military relationship and gives the ability to relate. If you want couples, family, or individual therapy, I am here to listen and help!

You've taken that first step. Something is not right. You need help. We barely have enough time to do the things that are required. How do we fit anything else in? That's why I would like to be your therapist. I have designed my practice to suit your needs through 100% tele-sessions. With the resources that are available to us now, there is just no reason that any of us should endure these trials alone. I have the expertise to provide you with the care necessary to address your specific concerns.

Since 2007, I've been working as a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping people cope with their issues and concerns. Many clients merely need assistance in gaining insight, direction, self-compassion and developing practical coping skills to manage stress. In this journey, I strive to walk alongside clients with mercy and wisdom to help achieve self-actualization and goals.

I specialize in providing effective therapeutic support for individuals struggling with depression and anxiety. Through a combination of evidence-based approaches, personalized interventions, and a compassionate therapeutic alliance, I offer a comprehensive framework to address these challenges.

I have been successful in the past with all manner of clients through many different settings – male, female, transgender, heterosexual, LGBTQ+, in inpatient, outpatient, technician, assessment, or even consulting settings. I also really enjoy working with teens and adolescents, since early brain-based interventions help everyone succeed even more in their lifetime. I find that my personality and style seem to fit best with clients who feel they are trapped in a negative routine, have no one with which to talk, or no way out of the situation from which they suffer.

Aging, death, break ups, brain injury, major health diagnosis, addiction, family conflict, and dozens of life's other challenges are accompanied by grief. Grief and loss is part of a universal human experience that, despite it's commonality, is just as difficult every time for every one of us. As much as we'd like for these feelings to just disappear they can cause us to feel overwhelmed and hopeless until we find a way to integrate them, not "get over" them. I offer telehealth visits to adults and older adults in Texas and am accepting new clients.

If you are struggling with anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, learning disabilities, communication and relationship issues, recovering from divorce, or high functioning autistic (formerly ASD), then I am the right person for you. I strive in every encounter to: 1) listen to you in an attentive, genuine, non-judging manner 2) provide conversations that help you change and "re-story" negative patterns or relationships in your life 3) help you learn new skills and ways of thinking that will help you make positive change and 4) always respect your right to be an active participant in the counseling process.

I have worked in various settings, across all platforms and populations and have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addictions (alcohol, drugs, and sexual), OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical and/or sexual trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I

My name is Nicole, and I am a trauma therapist specializing in working with veterans, first responders, and trauma survivors who are facing the challenges of PTSD, moral injury, depression, and anxiety. I am deeply committed to helping individuals heal from their traumatic experiences, depression, and anxiety to regain a sense of well-being, and rediscover hope and resilience in their lives. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly explore and process the impact of trauma, depression, and I tailor my treatment to meet your individual needs.

Trauma and loss can leave you feeling disconnected and alone. You may struggle with anger, depression, and self-blame. You may question who you are or your life's purpose. In therapy, I can help you rediscover your strengths and begin to reconnect. I will compassionately guide you through your most difficult experiences to achieve a new sense of self, strength, and peace.

Throughout our lives, we each gain unique experiences and skills that influence how we navigate the environment and perceive ourselves. Some of these factors can influence our internal self-talk and how we respond to situations and others. My job as your counselor is to provide unconditional grace while working together to explore options that best fit your needs. In addition to counseling, I also integrate neurofeedback as a therapeutic intervention that assists individuals to better understand how their brain plays a role in their presenting concerns.

Have you ever felt alone in a crowd? Struggling with the difficulties of your lived experiences and feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders can be a common human experience, and overwhelming to the point of feeling weak, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. When you find yourself grappling with a sense of doom and experiencing a feeling of everything falling apart around you, all you desire is someone who can acknowledge your emotions, stand by your side, actively listen, and empathize with your situation.

I graduated from UTSA in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Sociology and Philosophy and again in 2015 with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I worked in higher education, counseling college students for nine years. While I have a passion for helping young adults navigate their mental health, I equally enjoy working with teens, couples and families. I draw from various therapeutic styles, including CBT and Relational-Cultural Theory. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach to journey alongside my clients throughout the therapeutic process.

Living is an art and you are the outcome. You owe it to yourself to live your best life. Do you feel like you want to get in touch with your expanded self, and all possibilities of life? Are you ready to change your habitual patterns, relationships, and set new goals? Relational issues will improve as you Increase your awareness of the cause of communication struggles and you will be able to love without petty squabbles. Reconnect and become the person you were meant to be.

I have dedicated my life to pursuing knowledge that empowers client's to move away from both past and current sufferings. Life is challenging, please afford me the opportunity to help you navigate and heal your sufferings. Restore peace and tranquility to both your heart and your mind!

I enjoy helping clients of any age relieve stress and negative energy and become more effective in relationships and the art of living. I work with each persons specific goals towards a more holistic life.

I completed the following degrees, licenses, & certifications to provide comprehensive care for clients: Registered Nurse, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Board-Certified Faith-Based Therapist, Psychology Graduate, Licensed Minister, & Certified Life/Wellness Coach. I am fundamentally motivated to lead others to overcome challenges & odds as I serve them by offering advice, education, treatment & emotional support helping to make an impact that produces positive substantial changes in their lives. In addition, I utilize labs and licensed pharmaceutical-grade nutraceuticals to help my clients achieve better health.