Addiction Therapists in Alamo Heights, TX
Dr. Amy Kemter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness strategies to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems.
Life is a constant process of change-and sometimes that change can seem so overwhelming that we may feel too stuck to move. I work with individuals who recognize that growth is needed; however, the fear of change can make us compare ourselves to others, silence us from saying what our heart needs to say, stop us from growing, and imprison us with the "what ifs". My job is to help you find your inner strength and voice to grow, break unhealthy habits, reach goals, and recover from the pain of your past.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness strategies to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems.
Life is a constant process of change-and sometimes that change can seem so overwhelming that we may feel too stuck to move. I work with individuals who recognize that growth is needed; however, the fear of change can make us compare ourselves to others, silence us from saying what our heart needs to say, stop us from growing, and imprison us with the "what ifs". My job is to help you find your inner strength and voice to grow, break unhealthy habits, reach goals, and recover from the pain of your past.
Joseph Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Issues: Alcohol Use Anxiety Codependency Coping Skills Depression Drug Abuse Family Conflict Stress Substance Use Suicidal Ideation.
Naturally, we gravitate towards what's most comfortable but often what's most comfortable is what keeps us "stuck." Life can feel unmanageable without clear direction, guidance or support. Whether you're dealing with the lingering stress from our historical pandemic, relationship stress, substance abuse issues, general stress, or other past traumatic events, I'm here to help and support you with overcoming life's obstacles.
Issues: Alcohol Use Anxiety Codependency Coping Skills Depression Drug Abuse Family Conflict Stress Substance Use Suicidal Ideation.
Naturally, we gravitate towards what's most comfortable but often what's most comfortable is what keeps us "stuck." Life can feel unmanageable without clear direction, guidance or support. Whether you're dealing with the lingering stress from our historical pandemic, relationship stress, substance abuse issues, general stress, or other past traumatic events, I'm here to help and support you with overcoming life's obstacles.
Crispin Feliciano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction using evidence-based therapies like CBT and ACT.
Seeking to navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and relationship or self-esteem issues. Have a desire for compassionate understanding and effective strategies to improve you life. My approach fosters self-sufficiency through evidence-based methods, aiming for long-term wellness. With a background in supporting marginalized communities, I offer a safe, respectful space for diverse individuals to grow and thrive.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction using evidence-based therapies like CBT and ACT.
Seeking to navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and relationship or self-esteem issues. Have a desire for compassionate understanding and effective strategies to improve you life. My approach fosters self-sufficiency through evidence-based methods, aiming for long-term wellness. With a background in supporting marginalized communities, I offer a safe, respectful space for diverse individuals to grow and thrive.
Dr. Nix is located in Alamo Heights as well as in Oak Hills. She has worked as a clinical psychologist for over 20 years. She completed her internship and Fellowship at State University of New York and at the Post Graduate Center for Mental Health in Manhattan. For the past 10 years she worked with the military population, specializing in combat trauma. She has extensive training in psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as many other modalities. Dr. Nix also offers a non-12-step approach to substance abuse that emphasizes the power of choice and freedom from destructive notions of powerlessness and disease.
Dr. Nix is located in Alamo Heights as well as in Oak Hills. She has worked as a clinical psychologist for over 20 years. She completed her internship and Fellowship at State University of New York and at the Post Graduate Center for Mental Health in Manhattan. For the past 10 years she worked with the military population, specializing in combat trauma. She has extensive training in psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as many other modalities. Dr. Nix also offers a non-12-step approach to substance abuse that emphasizes the power of choice and freedom from destructive notions of powerlessness and disease.
Jim Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Jim has a Masters in Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. He has extensive experience working with people dealing with various issues such as personal and relationship problems, as well as depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Often when people are given the right information and support they are able to make the changes necessary to improve their lives. In his practice, Jim offers a nonjudgmental, safe, and often enjoyable experience.
Jim has a Masters in Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. He has extensive experience working with people dealing with various issues such as personal and relationship problems, as well as depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Often when people are given the right information and support they are able to make the changes necessary to improve their lives. In his practice, Jim offers a nonjudgmental, safe, and often enjoyable experience.
I'm about love, self-compassion, radical acceptance, embracing failure, trusting your innate wisdom and starting over. I fundamentally believe in every person's ability to recover from trauma, addiction and life, in general. Experience has taught me that no one is really avoiding anything. When people accuse you of not dealing with something, what they are really saying is you aren't dealing with it the way they want you to. From my perspective, if you wake up every morning and breathe in and out all day long, you're dealing with your stuff. A tiny bit of intention is all it takes to begin healing.
I'm about love, self-compassion, radical acceptance, embracing failure, trusting your innate wisdom and starting over. I fundamentally believe in every person's ability to recover from trauma, addiction and life, in general. Experience has taught me that no one is really avoiding anything. When people accuse you of not dealing with something, what they are really saying is you aren't dealing with it the way they want you to. From my perspective, if you wake up every morning and breathe in and out all day long, you're dealing with your stuff. A tiny bit of intention is all it takes to begin healing.
My ideal clients are those who have faced the despair of addiction, enduring multiple relapses and feeling the profound loneliness it brings. They seek someone who understands the power of relapse and offers genuine empathy. I work with individuals and families who refuse to give up, providing compassionate support and personalized guidance on their path to sustained sobriety. Together, we address underlying issues, navigate complexities, and craft a unique recovery journey. In a safe and non-judgmental space, we explore struggles, find hope, and cultivate resilience.
My ideal clients are those who have faced the despair of addiction, enduring multiple relapses and feeling the profound loneliness it brings. They seek someone who understands the power of relapse and offers genuine empathy. I work with individuals and families who refuse to give up, providing compassionate support and personalized guidance on their path to sustained sobriety. Together, we address underlying issues, navigate complexities, and craft a unique recovery journey. In a safe and non-judgmental space, we explore struggles, find hope, and cultivate resilience.
Jamie Howard
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCAS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Are you sick of crappy care in the military healthcare system? Well then, we need to talk! I am a therapist, military spouse (ret.), & mom who believes in the use of genuineness, humor, & valid therapeutic techniques. I provide therapy from the comfort of your own home via secure networks or in my comfy country office in an old house in Boerne, TX. I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, TBI, & military lifestyle issues. I provide a FREE consultation. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns!
Are you sick of crappy care in the military healthcare system? Well then, we need to talk! I am a therapist, military spouse (ret.), & mom who believes in the use of genuineness, humor, & valid therapeutic techniques. I provide therapy from the comfort of your own home via secure networks or in my comfy country office in an old house in Boerne, TX. I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, TBI, & military lifestyle issues. I provide a FREE consultation. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns!
I am here to assist you to reach your full potential. As such, we will work together to understand and eliminate whatever holds you back from reaching your goals and obtaining whatever is necessary to make your life work. Together, we will build a future that beckons you on, and fills you with hope and peace. We will turn your problems into opportunities for growth and personal enrichment.
I am here to assist you to reach your full potential. As such, we will work together to understand and eliminate whatever holds you back from reaching your goals and obtaining whatever is necessary to make your life work. Together, we will build a future that beckons you on, and fills you with hope and peace. We will turn your problems into opportunities for growth and personal enrichment.
Jaime Furlongue
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Jaime is an adaptable therapist in that she is well-versed in several therapeutic methods and has utilized them to help her client(s) reach their goals. She provides person- centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy, however, she is a behaviorist at heart. She does not view therapy as a one-size fits all; therapy depends on what is needed for each unique individual or group.
Jaime is an adaptable therapist in that she is well-versed in several therapeutic methods and has utilized them to help her client(s) reach their goals. She provides person- centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy, however, she is a behaviorist at heart. She does not view therapy as a one-size fits all; therapy depends on what is needed for each unique individual or group.
Maile Giles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
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.
15 Second Videos
Crispin Feliciano
Jamie Howard
Gregory Donihoo
Cambria McDonald
Gregory Donihoo
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209 (Online Only)
I specialize in men’s issues. I've always felt pushed to be a "lone-wolf" and culture told me to "be a man" or "get over it" when it came to my emotions. As men, when we have a problem we deal with it on our own, often by using pornography, drinking, playing video games, or searching elsewhere for affection. We lie, we defend, we run. We constantly look for peace and acceptance, even if it’s temporary or fake. It can feel hard to trust those closest to us and we may think, “No one cares about my needs but me” or "if they really knew me, they wouldn't love me."
I specialize in men’s issues. I've always felt pushed to be a "lone-wolf" and culture told me to "be a man" or "get over it" when it came to my emotions. As men, when we have a problem we deal with it on our own, often by using pornography, drinking, playing video games, or searching elsewhere for affection. We lie, we defend, we run. We constantly look for peace and acceptance, even if it’s temporary or fake. It can feel hard to trust those closest to us and we may think, “No one cares about my needs but me” or "if they really knew me, they wouldn't love me."
Dr. Kay Schanzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCP
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Waitlist for new clients
If we are to live into our potential and experience lives that are meaningful to us, it is helpful to gain insight into where we feel blocked and what needs to happen to move us closer to our authentic self. As a psychotherapist and certified psychoanalyst, I can often help you on this journey. There are many reasons why we seek individual or couple therapy. Understanding ourselves better seems to be reason enough. But for some this decision comes when we are at a particularly difficult moment in life--a death, divorce, relationship concerns, retirement or any situation which may constellate strong feelings.
If we are to live into our potential and experience lives that are meaningful to us, it is helpful to gain insight into where we feel blocked and what needs to happen to move us closer to our authentic self. As a psychotherapist and certified psychoanalyst, I can often help you on this journey. There are many reasons why we seek individual or couple therapy. Understanding ourselves better seems to be reason enough. But for some this decision comes when we are at a particularly difficult moment in life--a death, divorce, relationship concerns, retirement or any situation which may constellate strong feelings.
Preston Maverick McNeel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CART
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck, hopeless, or confused? Need a change, but not sure what it would be? Sometimes life throws challenges that are too overwhelming to handle alone. Whether you are having trouble accepting or believing in yourself, fighting depression or anxiety, managing anger, or dealing with relationship problems; psychotherapy can be an extremely helpful process to facilitate personal growth and insight.
Feeling stuck, hopeless, or confused? Need a change, but not sure what it would be? Sometimes life throws challenges that are too overwhelming to handle alone. Whether you are having trouble accepting or believing in yourself, fighting depression or anxiety, managing anger, or dealing with relationship problems; psychotherapy can be an extremely helpful process to facilitate personal growth and insight.
Clifton Fuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209 (Online Only)
I provide counseling and coaching for those seeking personal growth, finding life direction, reaching goals, resolving issues, and moving forward in life. I work closely with those evaluating life, relationships, education, or career changes. I am a Certified Life Coach and hold multiple licenses: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Approved Supervisor for LPC, LMFT, & LCSW's. Authored: "Marriage Vampire-Living with a Narcissist" and "The Narcissist: When Dreams Become Nightmares" (both available on Amazon.com in paperback or Kindle formats).
I provide counseling and coaching for those seeking personal growth, finding life direction, reaching goals, resolving issues, and moving forward in life. I work closely with those evaluating life, relationships, education, or career changes. I am a Certified Life Coach and hold multiple licenses: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Approved Supervisor for LPC, LMFT, & LCSW's. Authored: "Marriage Vampire-Living with a Narcissist" and "The Narcissist: When Dreams Become Nightmares" (both available on Amazon.com in paperback or Kindle formats).
Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques, I help clients enhance self-awareness, focus on goals, identify triggers, change maladaptive cognitions and behaviors, and enhance coping skills. My goal is to help you grow, heal, and move toward where you want to be in your life.
Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques, I help clients enhance self-awareness, focus on goals, identify triggers, change maladaptive cognitions and behaviors, and enhance coping skills. My goal is to help you grow, heal, and move toward where you want to be in your life.
Sarah Waltz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I attended the University of Texas San Antonio, where I earned my Master of Social Work degree. I have been in the helping profession for over 10 years, and got my start in working with children in residential care through the foster care system. Throughout my career I have been an advocate and mentor for children, teens, and young adults experiencing social and emotional turmoil.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I attended the University of Texas San Antonio, where I earned my Master of Social Work degree. I have been in the helping profession for over 10 years, and got my start in working with children in residential care through the foster care system. Throughout my career I have been an advocate and mentor for children, teens, and young adults experiencing social and emotional turmoil.
Are you in an abusive relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or narcissistic personality disorder? Have you been gaslit to the point where you are now questioning your own sanity? As a therapist who has helped many clients heal from narcissistic abuse and lived it myself, I understand the abuse and pain you have been through. Chances are you are in a strong trauma bond with the narcissist in your life which can be difficult to break free from without help. Learn how to set boundaries and create space for your own emotions and needs by working with me.
Are you in an abusive relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or narcissistic personality disorder? Have you been gaslit to the point where you are now questioning your own sanity? As a therapist who has helped many clients heal from narcissistic abuse and lived it myself, I understand the abuse and pain you have been through. Chances are you are in a strong trauma bond with the narcissist in your life which can be difficult to break free from without help. Learn how to set boundaries and create space for your own emotions and needs by working with me.
Ruth Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
In my counseling practice, I focus on helping clients navigate through life’s current and past experiences. Each session aims to empower clients with coping skills that they can apply in any challenging situation. Every individual deserves a counselor who actively listens, empathizes, and is genuine. My calling is to provide a safe space where individuals can be themselves, feel heard, and understood. I believe that every counseling session should be a place where clients are treated with compassion, respect, and kindness.
In my counseling practice, I focus on helping clients navigate through life’s current and past experiences. Each session aims to empower clients with coping skills that they can apply in any challenging situation. Every individual deserves a counselor who actively listens, empathizes, and is genuine. My calling is to provide a safe space where individuals can be themselves, feel heard, and understood. I believe that every counseling session should be a place where clients are treated with compassion, respect, and kindness.
Dr. Sharp conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations for all ages. Evaluation services include testing for learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental evaluations, other psychological & cognitive (IQ) concerns; diagnostic clarification, adoption cases, foster care services, & more. We also offer psychological testing for independent educational evaluations (IEE), 2e, law enforcement, TPAPN, & related assessments. We assess for school readiness & entrance examinations. We offer CANS assessments. We work closely with families & the community to provide quality care & services to our clients.
Dr. Sharp conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations for all ages. Evaluation services include testing for learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental evaluations, other psychological & cognitive (IQ) concerns; diagnostic clarification, adoption cases, foster care services, & more. We also offer psychological testing for independent educational evaluations (IEE), 2e, law enforcement, TPAPN, & related assessments. We assess for school readiness & entrance examinations. We offer CANS assessments. We work closely with families & the community to provide quality care & services to our clients.
See more therapy options for Alamo Heights
Nearby Addiction Therapists Searches for Alamo Heights
- Bulverde
- Castle Hills
- Cibolo
- Converse
- Fair Oaks
- Garden Ridge
- Helotes
- Live Oak
- San Antonio
- Schertz
- Shavano Park
- Universal City
Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.