Photo of Arturo Bruns-Vargas, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in 78257, TX
Arturo Bruns-Vargas
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, MA, BA-ECE
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
Are you feeling hopeless, depressed, or anxious? Are you struggling with trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, family issues, or mood regulation? Are these feelings and behaviors conflicting with your duties as a parent, partner, or friend? We all know that these feelings and behaviors are problematic. You have found an inclusive space where we will work together to explore and unravel the roots of your situation. I'd love to guide you through these burdens so we may work towards solutions and growth.
Are you feeling hopeless, depressed, or anxious? Are you struggling with trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, family issues, or mood regulation? Are these feelings and behaviors conflicting with your duties as a parent, partner, or friend? We all know that these feelings and behaviors are problematic. You have found an inclusive space where we will work together to explore and unravel the roots of your situation. I'd love to guide you through these burdens so we may work towards solutions and growth.
(210) 816-0121 View (210) 816-0121
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San Antonio Counseling and Behavioral Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
23 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78257
San Antonio Counseling & Behavioral Center provides psychotherapy services to all age groups. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for children, adolescents, adults and families through exceptional and discreet mental health counseling.
San Antonio Counseling & Behavioral Center provides psychotherapy services to all age groups. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for children, adolescents, adults and families through exceptional and discreet mental health counseling.
(210) 625-8034 View (210) 625-8034
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Elias Barghash
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78257
In a world that spins faster everyday, sometimes we need help slowing down. Maybe you feel frustrated, overwhelmed, alone - even ashamed at the thought of burdening others as you encounter old patterns & new problems alike. Perhaps you're skeptical about therapy or believe your problems aren't legitimate. You may have concrete issues you wish to tackle, or maybe you'd like to do some healthy exploration of your identity and overall needs. Whether your emotional pain is recent or distant, your thoughts and feelings are welcome when we sit down together. My available services include psychotherapy and psychological testing.
In a world that spins faster everyday, sometimes we need help slowing down. Maybe you feel frustrated, overwhelmed, alone - even ashamed at the thought of burdening others as you encounter old patterns & new problems alike. Perhaps you're skeptical about therapy or believe your problems aren't legitimate. You may have concrete issues you wish to tackle, or maybe you'd like to do some healthy exploration of your identity and overall needs. Whether your emotional pain is recent or distant, your thoughts and feelings are welcome when we sit down together. My available services include psychotherapy and psychological testing.
(210) 405-9676 x109 View (210) 405-9676 x109
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Nelly Vela
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, NCC, LPC A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78257  (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Nelly Vela, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with over 20 years of experience in education and school counseling. Through my work, I have gained a deep understanding of the challenges faced by children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about inspiring and empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and live their best lives. My passion for helping people drives my therapy sessions. Every individual needs someone they can confide in, someone who can validate and appreciate them. That's where I come in. I am committed to building a strong client-therapist relationship.
Hi there! My name is Nelly Vela, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with over 20 years of experience in education and school counseling. Through my work, I have gained a deep understanding of the challenges faced by children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about inspiring and empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and live their best lives. My passion for helping people drives my therapy sessions. Every individual needs someone they can confide in, someone who can validate and appreciate them. That's where I come in. I am committed to building a strong client-therapist relationship.
(210) 549-7793 View (210) 549-7793
Photo of Kelly A Counts, Marriage & Family Therapist in 78257, TX
Kelly A Counts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. I specialize in treating complex trauma, sexual trauma and the full spectrum of anxiety and stress disorders with EMDR. I am passionate about working with clients whom have been diagnosed with personality disorders, children or spouses of individuals whom have been diagnosed with personality disorders, victims of sexual abuse and survivors of incest abuse. Growth and healing is not just possible but attainable together. I approach every client as a whole and healthy being capable of unlimited growth regardless of a diagnosis or a severe history of trauma and pain.
I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. I specialize in treating complex trauma, sexual trauma and the full spectrum of anxiety and stress disorders with EMDR. I am passionate about working with clients whom have been diagnosed with personality disorders, children or spouses of individuals whom have been diagnosed with personality disorders, victims of sexual abuse and survivors of incest abuse. Growth and healing is not just possible but attainable together. I approach every client as a whole and healthy being capable of unlimited growth regardless of a diagnosis or a severe history of trauma and pain.
(210) 879-7691 View (210) 879-7691
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Jessica Calderon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78257
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with adults, children and families who are struggling with life's transitions. The most important aspect of counseling is the relationship that I will build with you. It is through this relationship that change occurs. I will collaborate with you to identify an approach that fits best with your goals. I will use your strengths as building blocks in the counseling process. I will walk with you through the process of change and healing. If you are feeling stuck or ready to make changes in your life please consider reaching out to schedule a consultation.
I enjoy working with adults, children and families who are struggling with life's transitions. The most important aspect of counseling is the relationship that I will build with you. It is through this relationship that change occurs. I will collaborate with you to identify an approach that fits best with your goals. I will use your strengths as building blocks in the counseling process. I will walk with you through the process of change and healing. If you are feeling stuck or ready to make changes in your life please consider reaching out to schedule a consultation.
(512) 710-2973 View (512) 710-2973
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Dr. Kate Halinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
I specialize in counseling children, adolescents and teens struggling with trauma, anxiety or depression utilizing play therapy and expressive art techniques. With 20 years of counseling experience, I work collaboratively with parents and guardians to teach creative and effective parenting strategies to improve family relationships. If you are looking for a place to feel supported and challenged in a non-judgmental and accepting way, please consider my counseling services.
I specialize in counseling children, adolescents and teens struggling with trauma, anxiety or depression utilizing play therapy and expressive art techniques. With 20 years of counseling experience, I work collaboratively with parents and guardians to teach creative and effective parenting strategies to improve family relationships. If you are looking for a place to feel supported and challenged in a non-judgmental and accepting way, please consider my counseling services.
(210) 714-1711 View (210) 714-1711
Photo of Brooke Gilliland, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78257, TX
Brooke Gilliland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
Shavano Park, TX 78257
Waitlist for new clients
You may be nervous just thinking about starting the therapy process. So here's a little bit about how I do therapy. I specialize in Christian counseling and play therapy, as well as using expressive/sandtray therapy in sessions. What does this mean? It means that I believe it's super helpful to use many things within the therapy context. The image of sitting on a couch talking is not the only way counseling services are provided. Therapy can include using your faith to understand how to do things differently. It can also include using forms of creativity (art, sandtray) to identify points of being stuck and find new ways to heal!
You may be nervous just thinking about starting the therapy process. So here's a little bit about how I do therapy. I specialize in Christian counseling and play therapy, as well as using expressive/sandtray therapy in sessions. What does this mean? It means that I believe it's super helpful to use many things within the therapy context. The image of sitting on a couch talking is not the only way counseling services are provided. Therapy can include using your faith to understand how to do things differently. It can also include using forms of creativity (art, sandtray) to identify points of being stuck and find new ways to heal!
(210) 791-9378 View (210) 791-9378
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Jennifer Word Morton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257  (Online Only)
I have experience working with high-risk youth and their families in Residential, Community-Based, Outpatient and Child Welfare settings. I have a passion for helping young people increase their resiliency and improve their relationships by gaining insight into their unique strengths and needs, learning new coping skills and improving communication styles.
I have experience working with high-risk youth and their families in Residential, Community-Based, Outpatient and Child Welfare settings. I have a passion for helping young people increase their resiliency and improve their relationships by gaining insight into their unique strengths and needs, learning new coping skills and improving communication styles.
(210) 405-5793 View (210) 405-5793
Photo of Tiffany D. Bridgers, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78257, TX
Tiffany D. Bridgers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
Not accepting new clients
Tiffany D. Bridgers completed her education, in Master's of Clinical and Mental Health Counseling, at Lubbock Christian University. Tiffany has worked with individuals of all ages. She started her work with foster care and CPS kids, at Texas Boys Ranch, where she also received training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has recently been working in substance abuse, helping individuals overcome mental health concerns and severe addiction issues. She is fully licensed as a Professional Therapist, and she has most recently been working in private practice, helping clients work through individualized needs.
Tiffany D. Bridgers completed her education, in Master's of Clinical and Mental Health Counseling, at Lubbock Christian University. Tiffany has worked with individuals of all ages. She started her work with foster care and CPS kids, at Texas Boys Ranch, where she also received training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has recently been working in substance abuse, helping individuals overcome mental health concerns and severe addiction issues. She is fully licensed as a Professional Therapist, and she has most recently been working in private practice, helping clients work through individualized needs.
(210) 934-0635 View (210) 934-0635
Photo of Mateo Ayala, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78257, TX
Mateo Ayala
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Helping you or your loved one, work through the interactions with the world that cause distress, breaking the chains of the past that tie your thoughts to the darkest memories you long to forget. Being able to find yourself without the fog of depression or the fear of the sudden and unpredictable anxiety of life. To reach a stable and safe homeostasis of being content with yourself and with moving forward knowing that freedom from the past enables you to handle the stress of the future with an optimistic view, no longer broken. To hear and to help is the job of the counselor, I look forward to assisting in your progress.
Helping you or your loved one, work through the interactions with the world that cause distress, breaking the chains of the past that tie your thoughts to the darkest memories you long to forget. Being able to find yourself without the fog of depression or the fear of the sudden and unpredictable anxiety of life. To reach a stable and safe homeostasis of being content with yourself and with moving forward knowing that freedom from the past enables you to handle the stress of the future with an optimistic view, no longer broken. To hear and to help is the job of the counselor, I look forward to assisting in your progress.
(210) 791-9381 View (210) 791-9381
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.