Reality Therapy in Alamo Heights, TX

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Lifestance Health - Ashley Hale
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Her work at LifeStance is an “eclectic” mixture of therapies that includes expressive therapies such as art/music/play, narrative therapy, reality therapy, and CBT to name a few.
Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor. As a native Tennesean, she earned both her Bachelor’s of Psychology and Master’s of Community Counseling from the University of Tennessee. Her professor once said, “Play is a child’s most natural language.” That phrase, along with her love of the children, solidified Ashley’s career path. A job opportunity called her to Texas where she fell in love with breakfast tacos, blue bonnets and wide open spaces. She worked at an inpatient psychiatric hospital that exposed her to a variety of clinical diagnoses in the child and adolescent population.
Her work at LifeStance is an “eclectic” mixture of therapies that includes expressive therapies such as art/music/play, narrative therapy, reality therapy, and CBT to name a few.
Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor. As a native Tennesean, she earned both her Bachelor’s of Psychology and Master’s of Community Counseling from the University of Tennessee. Her professor once said, “Play is a child’s most natural language.” That phrase, along with her love of the children, solidified Ashley’s career path. A job opportunity called her to Texas where she fell in love with breakfast tacos, blue bonnets and wide open spaces. She worked at an inpatient psychiatric hospital that exposed her to a variety of clinical diagnoses in the child and adolescent population.
(210) 981-6251 View (210) 981-6251
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Kim Gill
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Kim is dedicated to providing resources, guidance, and support to empower individuals in making informed decisions and positively impacting their communities. Kim utilizes an anti-oppressive framework and systems theory to approach mental health issues, ensuring that her practice is inclusive and considers the broader social and systemic factors affecting her clients' well-being. Outside of her professional life, Kim enjoys collecting plants and spending quality time with her dogs.
Kim is dedicated to providing resources, guidance, and support to empower individuals in making informed decisions and positively impacting their communities. Kim utilizes an anti-oppressive framework and systems theory to approach mental health issues, ensuring that her practice is inclusive and considers the broader social and systemic factors affecting her clients' well-being. Outside of her professional life, Kim enjoys collecting plants and spending quality time with her dogs.
(726) 227-1461 View (726) 227-1461
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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).
(210) 598-5053 View (210) 598-5053
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Counseling Connections of San Antonio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CCMHC, ACS, CCM
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Visit us at www.counselingconnectionsofsa.com to find out more and/or request an appointment. The practice has over two decades of combined clinical experience helping those needing clinical assessments, family therapy, pre-marital or relationship counseling individuals suffering from depression or anxiety, and unplanned life issues. We are a practice that seeks to provide traditional treatment and treatment that would be identified as "outside the box." Note: We do offer other options for low cost, affordable services if you cannot afford your co-pay, deductible, etc. Contact us for more info.
Visit us at www.counselingconnectionsofsa.com to find out more and/or request an appointment. The practice has over two decades of combined clinical experience helping those needing clinical assessments, family therapy, pre-marital or relationship counseling individuals suffering from depression or anxiety, and unplanned life issues. We are a practice that seeks to provide traditional treatment and treatment that would be identified as "outside the box." Note: We do offer other options for low cost, affordable services if you cannot afford your co-pay, deductible, etc. Contact us for more info.
(210) 853-5912 View (210) 853-5912
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Evolucion Counseling Practice, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Evolución Counseling Group is a special space tailored just for you! We provide mental health support for navigating life’s challenges, whether it's relationship struggles, clarifying your life purpose, or finding your direction. Our mission at Evolución Counseling Group is to promote optimal wellness, ensuring you leave each session feeling confident about your next steps towards achieving your goals.
Evolución Counseling Group is a special space tailored just for you! We provide mental health support for navigating life’s challenges, whether it's relationship struggles, clarifying your life purpose, or finding your direction. Our mission at Evolución Counseling Group is to promote optimal wellness, ensuring you leave each session feeling confident about your next steps towards achieving your goals.
(726) 227-2370 View (726) 227-2370
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Jamie Panizza-Kimball
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Does it feel like you are stuck? Are you sick and tired of feeling confused, lonely, worthless, lost, broken? Is it hard to even get out of bed since your loss? Does transitioning to the next phase in life seem out of reach? How determined are you to find love again? How desperate are you for a solution to feel the same way you once did? If you are reading this, then now is the time to take a new journey for yourself. You are ready to dive deep within to determine your self-worth. You can heal from your grief/loss/divorce/breakup!
Does it feel like you are stuck? Are you sick and tired of feeling confused, lonely, worthless, lost, broken? Is it hard to even get out of bed since your loss? Does transitioning to the next phase in life seem out of reach? How determined are you to find love again? How desperate are you for a solution to feel the same way you once did? If you are reading this, then now is the time to take a new journey for yourself. You are ready to dive deep within to determine your self-worth. You can heal from your grief/loss/divorce/breakup!
(830) 219-4064 View (830) 219-4064
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Christina Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is tailored to meet your unique needs by using a client-centered approach, meaning our sessions are focused on your experiences and goals. Together, we will work on understanding your thoughts and feelings, developing effective coping strategies, and creating meaningful change in your life. Whether you're dealing with stress, seeking personal growth, or navigating relationship challenges. I understand that life's challenges can profoundly impact how you experience and engage with the world. I am here to support you with compassion and expertise. I am passionate about helping you lead a more fulfilling life.
My approach to therapy is tailored to meet your unique needs by using a client-centered approach, meaning our sessions are focused on your experiences and goals. Together, we will work on understanding your thoughts and feelings, developing effective coping strategies, and creating meaningful change in your life. Whether you're dealing with stress, seeking personal growth, or navigating relationship challenges. I understand that life's challenges can profoundly impact how you experience and engage with the world. I am here to support you with compassion and expertise. I am passionate about helping you lead a more fulfilling life.
(726) 232-6162 View (726) 232-6162
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Mendy Holliday
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
I help people who are struggling to develop a strong sense of self worth. I often work with people exploring identity and self acceptance who are experiencing symptoms like high anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with stress, and intrusive negative thoughts. Some therapists focus only on the symptoms which can feel incomplete, but I listen deeply to hear what’s going on underneath to help you process the old stories and beliefs held within that are cutting you off from your true self.
I help people who are struggling to develop a strong sense of self worth. I often work with people exploring identity and self acceptance who are experiencing symptoms like high anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with stress, and intrusive negative thoughts. Some therapists focus only on the symptoms which can feel incomplete, but I listen deeply to hear what’s going on underneath to help you process the old stories and beliefs held within that are cutting you off from your true self.
(737) 307-1388 View (737) 307-1388
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Christina Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Therapy isn't easy, you should applaud yourself for taking initiative in seeking help. My part in therapy is to help facilitate your journey to healing and/or path to self-discovery. My specialty is using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients learn coping skills to help overcome current or future obstacles
Therapy isn't easy, you should applaud yourself for taking initiative in seeking help. My part in therapy is to help facilitate your journey to healing and/or path to self-discovery. My specialty is using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients learn coping skills to help overcome current or future obstacles
(726) 238-4164 View (726) 238-4164
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The Relapse Project
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CAS
Verified Verified
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
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.
(210) 972-4494 View (210) 972-4494
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Courtney Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alamo Heights, TX 78209  (Online Only)
Are you in a relationship, but somehow feel lonely? Are you navigating a break up? Maybe you are looking to improve your relationship with yourself. One of our basic needs in life is a sense of belonging and that journey needs to begin within. Since you are reading this, that means you are considering creating a new narrative for yourself. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas and I’m excited to assist you with your personal, career, mental, and emotional needs. Investing in your future now is key and it begins with you! Let’s get started!
Are you in a relationship, but somehow feel lonely? Are you navigating a break up? Maybe you are looking to improve your relationship with yourself. One of our basic needs in life is a sense of belonging and that journey needs to begin within. Since you are reading this, that means you are considering creating a new narrative for yourself. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas and I’m excited to assist you with your personal, career, mental, and emotional needs. Investing in your future now is key and it begins with you! Let’s get started!
(346) 209-0691 View (346) 209-0691

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Lex Therapy & Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209  (Online Only)
Thanks for your visit, I'm Lex! Whether you've come as a couple, a family, or an individual, I'm happy you've decided on taking the adventure of pursuing life fulfillment. It's an adventure that I started myself in a gap year before college, and it has led me on a decade of world travels and academic pursuits on seeking to understand the balance between personal authenticity, and well, fitting in. For individuals, this is the biggest concept I offer to you. For couples, I offer an even closer look at this concept. How to embrace your own needs, while also having room for enhancing the relationships around you :)
Thanks for your visit, I'm Lex! Whether you've come as a couple, a family, or an individual, I'm happy you've decided on taking the adventure of pursuing life fulfillment. It's an adventure that I started myself in a gap year before college, and it has led me on a decade of world travels and academic pursuits on seeking to understand the balance between personal authenticity, and well, fitting in. For individuals, this is the biggest concept I offer to you. For couples, I offer an even closer look at this concept. How to embrace your own needs, while also having room for enhancing the relationships around you :)
(512) 601-6390 View (512) 601-6390
Photo of Marquia S Caldwell, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Marquia S Caldwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209
Throughout our lives we collect scars through tough experiences or traumas. My hope is for you to understand that it’s okay to struggle, and it’s okay to have support and guidance. I pride myself in creating a safe and comfortable space for my clients, because comfort is part of the healing process and moving forward. I provide support with empowering individuals to overcome their struggles. I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships that consist of trust, transparency, and empathy.
Throughout our lives we collect scars through tough experiences or traumas. My hope is for you to understand that it’s okay to struggle, and it’s okay to have support and guidance. I pride myself in creating a safe and comfortable space for my clients, because comfort is part of the healing process and moving forward. I provide support with empowering individuals to overcome their struggles. I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships that consist of trust, transparency, and empathy.
(210) 871-0897 View (210) 871-0897
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Lauren DeReese Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78234
My ideal client doesn’t have a defined age and gender is merely a construct. I welcome couples and individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community as well as allies as well as the complex issues that come with these identities. My favorite things to help people with are the deep thoughts, anxieties, and changes associated with BIG life transitions, balancing work and life, and managing ADHD. I love talking about things that range from the mundane and temporary to deep spiritual and philosophical questions.
My ideal client doesn’t have a defined age and gender is merely a construct. I welcome couples and individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community as well as allies as well as the complex issues that come with these identities. My favorite things to help people with are the deep thoughts, anxieties, and changes associated with BIG life transitions, balancing work and life, and managing ADHD. I love talking about things that range from the mundane and temporary to deep spiritual and philosophical questions.
(210) 934-7765 View (210) 934-7765
Photo of Laura Frances Cavicchi, PhD, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Laura Frances Cavicchi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216  (Online Only)
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(210) 942-5203 View (210) 942-5203
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Jd Jacobson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209
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(210) 982-0872 View (210) 982-0872
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Clara O Magallanes
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC, EMDR, CLYL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209
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Whitney Winkleman
CACLC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
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Courtenay W McAlpin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
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Brandi Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209
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Reality Therapy

Is reality therapy evidence-based?

Reality therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapies. However, some research does indicate that reality therapy might be helpful for people with addiction, and may be effective in treating social anxiety in young people.

How long does reality therapy last?

Reality therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Reality therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of reality therapy long after treatment has ended.

Does reality therapy work?

Reality therapy can help a person manage concerns such as eating disorders, addiction, substance use, anxiety, phobias, and relationship difficulties. This type of therapy encourages a person to be accountable for their behaviors. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure. Reality therapy can be useful in one-on-one therapy or in group sessions. This method may be used with children, families, and adults.

What are the limitations of reality therapy?

This therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the therapist focuses on choices made by the individual in the present day. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over others. This format may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every client.