Spirituality Therapists in San Antonio, TX
Norman Klaunig – Grief + Trauma + Spirituality Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78212 (Online Only)
Some areas I work with are Trauma and PTSD (using EMDR as appropriate), grief, spirituality, anxiety, stress, depression, and domestic abuse.
Early morning, evening, and Saturday appointments available. Your family and even many therapists don't understand you and are not open. Anxiety, relationship issues, numbness, and negative self-image can be signs of trauma. The life transitions you are going through feel harder than you think they should. You feel like you are carrying a heavy load that no one else can see and are disillusioned. Perhaps you had spiritual experiences or dreams you cannot make sense of. You don't know what to believe anymore. But you've had enough of this. You want hope and meaning in your life. I get you. Let me help you move from pain to purpose!
Some areas I work with are Trauma and PTSD (using EMDR as appropriate), grief, spirituality, anxiety, stress, depression, and domestic abuse.
Early morning, evening, and Saturday appointments available. Your family and even many therapists don't understand you and are not open. Anxiety, relationship issues, numbness, and negative self-image can be signs of trauma. The life transitions you are going through feel harder than you think they should. You feel like you are carrying a heavy load that no one else can see and are disillusioned. Perhaps you had spiritual experiences or dreams you cannot make sense of. You don't know what to believe anymore. But you've had enough of this. You want hope and meaning in your life. I get you. Let me help you move from pain to purpose!
Jaz Burgess
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78240
Whether you're going through a tough transition, feeling lost in your spirituality, or struggling with your identity, I'm here to help you reconnect with the REAL you.
Do you struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing or feeling disconnected from your true self? Are you overwhelmed, stressed out, or can't get on the same page as your partner? I just might be the therapist for you!
Whether you're going through a tough transition, feeling lost in your spirituality, or struggling with your identity, I'm here to help you reconnect with the REAL you.
Do you struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing or feeling disconnected from your true self? Are you overwhelmed, stressed out, or can't get on the same page as your partner? I just might be the therapist for you!
James Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MDiv, PhD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78212
Due to my unique background, I often work with clients desiring to implement spirituality into the therapeutic process.
I am the owner of SA Counseling, PLLC and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, helping my clients foster autonomy, empowerment, well-being and healing. I work with adolescents, adults and couples dealing with a wide variety of issues including anxiety & depression, trauma, abuse, grief, PTSD, marital problems, adjustment disorders and more. I utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with many of my clients, particularly when addressing trauma. Currently, I am doing teletherapy should you desire to see a counselor online.
Due to my unique background, I often work with clients desiring to implement spirituality into the therapeutic process.
I am the owner of SA Counseling, PLLC and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, helping my clients foster autonomy, empowerment, well-being and healing. I work with adolescents, adults and couples dealing with a wide variety of issues including anxiety & depression, trauma, abuse, grief, PTSD, marital problems, adjustment disorders and more. I utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with many of my clients, particularly when addressing trauma. Currently, I am doing teletherapy should you desire to see a counselor online.
Soul Revival Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78240 (Online Only)
I specialize in Attachment and Developmental Trauma, Codependency, and Christian Spirituality.
Is it important for you to merge your faith with your mental health? I'm passionate about bridging the gaps of psychology, faith, and neuroscience because they all play a part in our overall wellness. I help my clients find freedom from the shackles of trauma, codependency, and addiction so they can discover authentic wholeness, connection, resilience, and purpose beyond their pain. I meet you on a deep spiritual level to help you heal in relationship with God, and walk alongside you to face the inescapable burdens that come with this broken world. Let's unveil the renewed self which you are called to be.
I specialize in Attachment and Developmental Trauma, Codependency, and Christian Spirituality.
Is it important for you to merge your faith with your mental health? I'm passionate about bridging the gaps of psychology, faith, and neuroscience because they all play a part in our overall wellness. I help my clients find freedom from the shackles of trauma, codependency, and addiction so they can discover authentic wholeness, connection, resilience, and purpose beyond their pain. I meet you on a deep spiritual level to help you heal in relationship with God, and walk alongside you to face the inescapable burdens that come with this broken world. Let's unveil the renewed self which you are called to be.
Zina Krivoruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78263 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, teachers, creative minds, and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, teachers, creative minds, and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
Brittany Redwine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78253 (Online Only)
My primary treatment areas are: anxiety, depression, coping & life skills, self esteem, sexuality, women's issues, BIPOC, LGBT+, and spirituality.
Hi there! I'm Brittany Redwine and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. My education is a Bachelors and Master of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Counseling. Counseling is a passion of mine because I enjoy having the opportunity to empower others and assist them in restoring peace of mind.
My primary treatment areas are: anxiety, depression, coping & life skills, self esteem, sexuality, women's issues, BIPOC, LGBT+, and spirituality.
Hi there! I'm Brittany Redwine and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. My education is a Bachelors and Master of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Counseling. Counseling is a passion of mine because I enjoy having the opportunity to empower others and assist them in restoring peace of mind.
Richard John Rathbun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78248 (Online Only)
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
Ryan Daniel Buell
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, EdS, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78201
Sometimes, it's hard to walk through the door and ask for help. I've been there myself many times in my life. In today's world, it's also tough to find time to practice self-care. Therapy is meant to be a judgment-free space where we explore whatever you need to, whether it's grief, trauma, self-love, spirituality, self-esteem or cultural/identity issues.
Sometimes, it's hard to walk through the door and ask for help. I've been there myself many times in my life. In today's world, it's also tough to find time to practice self-care. Therapy is meant to be a judgment-free space where we explore whatever you need to, whether it's grief, trauma, self-love, spirituality, self-esteem or cultural/identity issues.
Haya Healing and Mental Health Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with multicultural individuals, in particular with South Asian/Middle Eastern natives, as well as those affected by issues related to chronic illnesses, parenting, immigration, and spirituality.
Imagine what life would be like if you had the space to explore the nuances of the struggles you've been battling. Making the decision to seek professional help is probably one that you have been pondering over for awhile. Each one of us on this earth has a unique and impactful narrative to tell, and I am here to be a part of your story. Playing an active role in your journey is my primary focus; know that you will be able to emotionally process your struggles with a licensed and experienced professional in a non-judgmental context.
I specialize in working with multicultural individuals, in particular with South Asian/Middle Eastern natives, as well as those affected by issues related to chronic illnesses, parenting, immigration, and spirituality.
Imagine what life would be like if you had the space to explore the nuances of the struggles you've been battling. Making the decision to seek professional help is probably one that you have been pondering over for awhile. Each one of us on this earth has a unique and impactful narrative to tell, and I am here to be a part of your story. Playing an active role in your journey is my primary focus; know that you will be able to emotionally process your struggles with a licensed and experienced professional in a non-judgmental context.
The Armory Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78218 (Online Only)
I have a passion for integrating spirituality from a Christian lens into the counseling services.
I am dedicated to supporting you through life’s toughest battles. The counseling services are designed to empower and guide you in a safe, welcoming space. Let’s recognize that healing is a journey that can be both beautiful and challenging, and I am committed to walking with you every step of the way. Here, you can take the time you need to heal and grow at your own pace. I am here to hold hope with you and for you, no matter how long the journey may take.
I have a passion for integrating spirituality from a Christian lens into the counseling services.
I am dedicated to supporting you through life’s toughest battles. The counseling services are designed to empower and guide you in a safe, welcoming space. Let’s recognize that healing is a journey that can be both beautiful and challenging, and I am committed to walking with you every step of the way. Here, you can take the time you need to heal and grow at your own pace. I am here to hold hope with you and for you, no matter how long the journey may take.
Liliana Venegas Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216
My areas of interest and expertise include Women issues, Parenting, Relationship/Couples Counseling , Prepartum and Postpartum Anxiety and Depression, Family Dynamics, Spirituality, Co-dependency Issues, Grief Issues and Trauma resolution.
I am a Bilingual (Spanish/ English) therapist who understands how the daily stressors of life: work, relationships, children, family and financial responsibilities can become overwhelming. As a therapist with over 10 years experience, I work with my clients and meet them where they are in their current situation. My role is to help them reach the goals they aspire to in their lives providing a safe, trusting and empathetic therapeutic environment.
My areas of interest and expertise include Women issues, Parenting, Relationship/Couples Counseling , Prepartum and Postpartum Anxiety and Depression, Family Dynamics, Spirituality, Co-dependency Issues, Grief Issues and Trauma resolution.
I am a Bilingual (Spanish/ English) therapist who understands how the daily stressors of life: work, relationships, children, family and financial responsibilities can become overwhelming. As a therapist with over 10 years experience, I work with my clients and meet them where they are in their current situation. My role is to help them reach the goals they aspire to in their lives providing a safe, trusting and empathetic therapeutic environment.
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Randa Chance
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78232
I am licensed to practice in Texas (LPC & LMFT), Oklahoma (LPC) and Wisconsin (LPC). I have served with my husband for the past 20 years in various pastoral roles and am heavily involved with the San Antonio community. I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families (including clergy couples and families) to facilitate healing and provide a safe place for processing through trauma, relational challenges & infidelity, life changes, self-image, behavioral issues, spirituality, anxiety, depression, grief and loss. Because each client has specific needs, treatment is customized for each individual client.
I am licensed to practice in Texas (LPC & LMFT), Oklahoma (LPC) and Wisconsin (LPC). I have served with my husband for the past 20 years in various pastoral roles and am heavily involved with the San Antonio community. I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families (including clergy couples and families) to facilitate healing and provide a safe place for processing through trauma, relational challenges & infidelity, life changes, self-image, behavioral issues, spirituality, anxiety, depression, grief and loss. Because each client has specific needs, treatment is customized for each individual client.
The variety of therapies I utilize are Adlerian, Gestalt, Existential, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Transpersonal, Spirituality, Dreamwork, and Expressive Arts.
I believe in genuine collaboration and helping someone live and feel authentic in their life. I can work with individuals across the lifespan who are struggling to find themselves and feel lost in their life. I enjoy providing care for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or unprocessed trauma. My focus in clients are teens, young adults, adults, and LGBTQ+. "Fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing" -Optimus Prime
The variety of therapies I utilize are Adlerian, Gestalt, Existential, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Transpersonal, Spirituality, Dreamwork, and Expressive Arts.
I believe in genuine collaboration and helping someone live and feel authentic in their life. I can work with individuals across the lifespan who are struggling to find themselves and feel lost in their life. I enjoy providing care for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or unprocessed trauma. My focus in clients are teens, young adults, adults, and LGBTQ+. "Fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing" -Optimus Prime
Her focus includes anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, anger management, marital and family conflict, divorce, adjustment disorder, parenting skills, spirituality, coping skills, life transitions, acculturation, LGBTQ, existential concerns, bipolar disorders, racial minorities, chronic pain, and chronic illness.
Telehealth only. Dr. Stephanie Torres is a bilingual (Spanish) licensed psychologist who provides individual, couple, family, and group therapy. Her approach is inclusive, synergetic, and trauma-informed. She strives to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment where everyone is treated with respect, uniqueness, egalitarianism, and anti-racism. She aims to help clients promote personal growth, overcome challenges, transitions, and difficulties in life, and facilitate the emotional and healing process.
Her focus includes anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, anger management, marital and family conflict, divorce, adjustment disorder, parenting skills, spirituality, coping skills, life transitions, acculturation, LGBTQ, existential concerns, bipolar disorders, racial minorities, chronic pain, and chronic illness.
Telehealth only. Dr. Stephanie Torres is a bilingual (Spanish) licensed psychologist who provides individual, couple, family, and group therapy. Her approach is inclusive, synergetic, and trauma-informed. She strives to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment where everyone is treated with respect, uniqueness, egalitarianism, and anti-racism. She aims to help clients promote personal growth, overcome challenges, transitions, and difficulties in life, and facilitate the emotional and healing process.
I have a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology, a Master's degree in Counseling of the Hearing Impaired, and a Master's degree in Theology with an emphasis in Spirituality.
I am here to help you with common concerns, such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship matters, and coping with grief or trauma. I can also serve as a sounding board if you are seeking new directions or sorting through spirituality issues. You may be someone who can benefit from counseling even in situations not covered by health insurance. You may simply need to take some time away from the rest of your busy life, with someone who listens well and who is not directly involved---to sort through things, get feedback from a different perspective, obtain ideas, and receive support to work on changes for a better quality of life.
I have a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology, a Master's degree in Counseling of the Hearing Impaired, and a Master's degree in Theology with an emphasis in Spirituality.
I am here to help you with common concerns, such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship matters, and coping with grief or trauma. I can also serve as a sounding board if you are seeking new directions or sorting through spirituality issues. You may be someone who can benefit from counseling even in situations not covered by health insurance. You may simply need to take some time away from the rest of your busy life, with someone who listens well and who is not directly involved---to sort through things, get feedback from a different perspective, obtain ideas, and receive support to work on changes for a better quality of life.
Cecilia Segura-Paz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78231
Waitlist for new clients
Discussion of folk practices and spirituality is welcome and can be included in your healing journey.
Are you tired of feeling anxious, burnt out, and overwhelmed? Do you spend your days worried about what others think of you? If so, I want to empower you with new skills to find relief and create meaningful change. Through the use of CBT, ACT, and EMDR you can learn skills to address codependence, people pleasing, and difficulty saying no or setting boundaries. We will work to address intrusive thoughts and feelings of unworthiness or self-blame that prevent you from living your most meaningful life. When speaking about sensitive topics, you will be met with compassion and acceptance instead of shame or judgment.
Discussion of folk practices and spirituality is welcome and can be included in your healing journey.
Are you tired of feeling anxious, burnt out, and overwhelmed? Do you spend your days worried about what others think of you? If so, I want to empower you with new skills to find relief and create meaningful change. Through the use of CBT, ACT, and EMDR you can learn skills to address codependence, people pleasing, and difficulty saying no or setting boundaries. We will work to address intrusive thoughts and feelings of unworthiness or self-blame that prevent you from living your most meaningful life. When speaking about sensitive topics, you will be met with compassion and acceptance instead of shame or judgment.
Solution focused therapy for: Addiction/Substance Abuse, Adjustment Issues, Couple/Marital Issues, Depression, Divorce, Empty Nest Syndrome, Family of Origin Issues, Grief and Loss, Midlife Crisis, Parenting Challenges, Physical/Emotional Abuse, PTSD, Spirituality.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience providing solution focused, brief therapy for those experiencing challenges-personal, professional or interpersonal-at any stage of their lives. Please contact me if you or a loved one are seeking solutions to these challenges.
Solution focused therapy for: Addiction/Substance Abuse, Adjustment Issues, Couple/Marital Issues, Depression, Divorce, Empty Nest Syndrome, Family of Origin Issues, Grief and Loss, Midlife Crisis, Parenting Challenges, Physical/Emotional Abuse, PTSD, Spirituality.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience providing solution focused, brief therapy for those experiencing challenges-personal, professional or interpersonal-at any stage of their lives. Please contact me if you or a loved one are seeking solutions to these challenges.
Respect for diversity in religious and spiritual traditions lets me be welcoming of incorporating religion and spirituality into therapy if clients wish to do so.
Because so many clients see me for relationship issues, learning to set appropriate boundaries, communicating assertively, and nurturing healthy, equitable relationships are often a focus of our work. Many clients come to me in emotional pain resulting from traumas ranging from parents divorcing to marital infidelity, from illness to physical assault. We collaborate in treatment planning and assessing outcomes, and we make use of therapeutic tools and coping skills to fit their issues, strengths and preferences. I firmly believe in the capacity of my clients to grow, heal, change and take charge of their lives and relationships.
Respect for diversity in religious and spiritual traditions lets me be welcoming of incorporating religion and spirituality into therapy if clients wish to do so.
Because so many clients see me for relationship issues, learning to set appropriate boundaries, communicating assertively, and nurturing healthy, equitable relationships are often a focus of our work. Many clients come to me in emotional pain resulting from traumas ranging from parents divorcing to marital infidelity, from illness to physical assault. We collaborate in treatment planning and assessing outcomes, and we make use of therapeutic tools and coping skills to fit their issues, strengths and preferences. I firmly believe in the capacity of my clients to grow, heal, change and take charge of their lives and relationships.
Lucas Emilio Cantu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
Providing treatment for Child and Family issues, with additional expertise in Post Traumatic Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar symptoms. Lucas draws from extensive experience with spirituality, art, music, and cutting edge methods to surprise his clients in making REAL and NOTICEABLE progress: parents with their children, couples with remembering their love, teens searching for themselves, and those struck by tragedy with gaining freedom from despair, and discovering an enthusiasm for life like they've never known!
Providing treatment for Child and Family issues, with additional expertise in Post Traumatic Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar symptoms. Lucas draws from extensive experience with spirituality, art, music, and cutting edge methods to surprise his clients in making REAL and NOTICEABLE progress: parents with their children, couples with remembering their love, teens searching for themselves, and those struck by tragedy with gaining freedom from despair, and discovering an enthusiasm for life like they've never known!
Melaney Bright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78245 (Online Only)
You never imagined spirituality or faith could produce heartache and turmoil in your life. Something that once invoked peace and strength for you, perhaps now prompts questions and uncertainty. It is ok to reevaluate what you believe, and determine how your current values fit into your present life situation! Sometimes new experiences, personal growth and increased awareness can shed light on how your old thoughts, feelings and emotions are no longer serving you well. Maybe you are struggling with how to handle others’ responses to the changes you have made in your life.
You never imagined spirituality or faith could produce heartache and turmoil in your life. Something that once invoked peace and strength for you, perhaps now prompts questions and uncertainty. It is ok to reevaluate what you believe, and determine how your current values fit into your present life situation! Sometimes new experiences, personal growth and increased awareness can shed light on how your old thoughts, feelings and emotions are no longer serving you well. Maybe you are struggling with how to handle others’ responses to the changes you have made in your life.
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What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.