Domestic Abuse Therapists in Garden Ridge, TX
I have experience in these areas: trauma, infidelity, anger, abuse, depression, anxiety, substance use, and pornography addiction.
As your therapist I have made the agreement to meet you where you are. I will not force or tell you what to do, but I will walk beside you. I will be present and provide a safe place for you to share what you feel comfortable sharing. Therapy is an investment in yourself, your future and your loved ones. I am a committed therapist that will help assist you in getting to the root of your problems, overcoming challenges and making positive changes. Life is short and the quality of your life matters, I understand the importance of feeling presence and connection.
I have experience in these areas: trauma, infidelity, anger, abuse, depression, anxiety, substance use, and pornography addiction.
As your therapist I have made the agreement to meet you where you are. I will not force or tell you what to do, but I will walk beside you. I will be present and provide a safe place for you to share what you feel comfortable sharing. Therapy is an investment in yourself, your future and your loved ones. I am a committed therapist that will help assist you in getting to the root of your problems, overcoming challenges and making positive changes. Life is short and the quality of your life matters, I understand the importance of feeling presence and connection.
I work with adults and adolescents who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression, or who are adapting to life challenges. You may feel that you're missing the immediacy and vitality of your life because your energy is sinking into habits of overthinking, arguing with yourself, and struggling with your emotions. You think there might be an easier way, but you're not sure how to begin un-learning years of self-blame and criticism. My focus is to provide quality, results oriented counseling services to individuals, families and couples.
I work with adults and adolescents who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression, or who are adapting to life challenges. You may feel that you're missing the immediacy and vitality of your life because your energy is sinking into habits of overthinking, arguing with yourself, and struggling with your emotions. You think there might be an easier way, but you're not sure how to begin un-learning years of self-blame and criticism. My focus is to provide quality, results oriented counseling services to individuals, families and couples.
I am a very energetic and enthusiastic counselor who is passionate about helping CHILDERN/ADOLESCENTS with a variety of issues. I believe that it is important to build a trusting relationship with children and families in order to provide a safe place for them to open up about their struggles and begin making changes in order to heal. I also feel it is essential to encourage and empower my clients by recognizing and utilizing individual strengths. It is my goal to help clients feel comfortable with counseling as well as to facilitate quick changes.
I am a very energetic and enthusiastic counselor who is passionate about helping CHILDERN/ADOLESCENTS with a variety of issues. I believe that it is important to build a trusting relationship with children and families in order to provide a safe place for them to open up about their struggles and begin making changes in order to heal. I also feel it is essential to encourage and empower my clients by recognizing and utilizing individual strengths. It is my goal to help clients feel comfortable with counseling as well as to facilitate quick changes.
Jennifer Free
Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CAATS, CAIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
Your PEACE doesn't have to be limited. The devastation of betrayal, abandonment, divorce, disease, or death can change you instantly. Perhaps resentment, depression and anxiety are interfering with the quality of your life. Is addiction keeping you in bondage? Is Post-Acute Withdrawal limiting your day to day functioning?Trauma keeping you from experiencing life? If anything is preventing you from getting to a healthy place, maybe it's time to examine what your next steps will be. Don't allow fear, work, and life's hustle to keep you from having peace. FIND PEACE REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES. Life can get better!
Your PEACE doesn't have to be limited. The devastation of betrayal, abandonment, divorce, disease, or death can change you instantly. Perhaps resentment, depression and anxiety are interfering with the quality of your life. Is addiction keeping you in bondage? Is Post-Acute Withdrawal limiting your day to day functioning?Trauma keeping you from experiencing life? If anything is preventing you from getting to a healthy place, maybe it's time to examine what your next steps will be. Don't allow fear, work, and life's hustle to keep you from having peace. FIND PEACE REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES. Life can get better!
Laura Kotlowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
I feel privileged & blessed to witness clients' change processes. I seek to use therapy modalities that work best for individualized client care, & I am grateful to serve in settings that align perfectly with my beliefs in achieving recovery. I am humbled to witness the healing that occurs in therapy where there was previously confusion, pain, & hopelessness. It is my life's passion to support & encourage others.
I feel privileged & blessed to witness clients' change processes. I seek to use therapy modalities that work best for individualized client care, & I am grateful to serve in settings that align perfectly with my beliefs in achieving recovery. I am humbled to witness the healing that occurs in therapy where there was previously confusion, pain, & hopelessness. It is my life's passion to support & encourage others.
Tanya Navarro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
Hello, My name is Tanya Navarro and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Northeast Counseling Center. My goal with clients is to help them get through challenging times such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. At the same time, I empower clients with person centered approaches. I am dedicated to providing a relationship that is collaborative.
Hello, My name is Tanya Navarro and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Northeast Counseling Center. My goal with clients is to help them get through challenging times such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. At the same time, I empower clients with person centered approaches. I am dedicated to providing a relationship that is collaborative.
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Deborah Lyon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78259
You may have been thinking about counseling for a long time but have just now gathered your courage to reach out - I understand, it’s not easy. You may know some things need to change but are not sure how, where to begin, or even what you are experiencing. I create a working relationship of safety, trust, and warmth that feels accepting, and non-judgmental, yet also encourages you to explore new ideas, set collaborative goals, and can help you find renewed hope for your future. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in helping people with anxiety, sexual and domestic abuse, and relationship issues. I’m here for YOU!
You may have been thinking about counseling for a long time but have just now gathered your courage to reach out - I understand, it’s not easy. You may know some things need to change but are not sure how, where to begin, or even what you are experiencing. I create a working relationship of safety, trust, and warmth that feels accepting, and non-judgmental, yet also encourages you to explore new ideas, set collaborative goals, and can help you find renewed hope for your future. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in helping people with anxiety, sexual and domestic abuse, and relationship issues. I’m here for YOU!
Teresa Bethany
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78266 (Online Only)
For the past 10 years, I have worked with populations ranging from partner violence, addiction recovery, survivors of assault/sexual harassment, and generational trauma.
Adapting to life's changes can feel overwhelming when we are unsure of what lies on the path ahead. My role is to help you navigate that road and to create a safe place to process the changes that await you there. During our time together, I promise to meet you with empathy and understanding so that you can feel empowered to incorporate necessary tools to conquer whatever lies ahead!
For the past 10 years, I have worked with populations ranging from partner violence, addiction recovery, survivors of assault/sexual harassment, and generational trauma.
Adapting to life's changes can feel overwhelming when we are unsure of what lies on the path ahead. My role is to help you navigate that road and to create a safe place to process the changes that await you there. During our time together, I promise to meet you with empathy and understanding so that you can feel empowered to incorporate necessary tools to conquer whatever lies ahead!
Lorna Laidlaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA,, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78266 (Online Only)
Often this includes issues of anxiety, depression, family and marital conflict, domestic violence, child abuse, and substance abuse issues.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, with more than 30 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples with a trauma history, as well as working with those with Christian values. I also help couples with techniques that will improve their communication issues, conflict resolution, and issues dealings with anxiety and depression. I can give you tools to improve your communication, repair your relationship, while supporting your Christion values. I would love to meet you so you may determine if I or we are a good fit for you.
Often this includes issues of anxiety, depression, family and marital conflict, domestic violence, child abuse, and substance abuse issues.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, with more than 30 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples with a trauma history, as well as working with those with Christian values. I also help couples with techniques that will improve their communication issues, conflict resolution, and issues dealings with anxiety and depression. I can give you tools to improve your communication, repair your relationship, while supporting your Christion values. I would love to meet you so you may determine if I or we are a good fit for you.
Ashlee has had experience in a variety of clinical settings including a psychiatric hospital, intensive outpatient eating disorder clinic, domestic violence/sexual assault shelter, and a Christian counseling center.
Do you need help in achieving greater self-acceptance, changing negative thinking, and improving your self-esteem? Do you struggle in managing your emotions more effectively? Every person's world view is unique to them, and Ashlee utilizes a variety of treatment methods to encourage clients to become a more active participant in their own well-being.
Ashlee has had experience in a variety of clinical settings including a psychiatric hospital, intensive outpatient eating disorder clinic, domestic violence/sexual assault shelter, and a Christian counseling center.
Do you need help in achieving greater self-acceptance, changing negative thinking, and improving your self-esteem? Do you struggle in managing your emotions more effectively? Every person's world view is unique to them, and Ashlee utilizes a variety of treatment methods to encourage clients to become a more active participant in their own well-being.
Cherise Miles
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
My areas of focus are trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, spiritual abuse, shame, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-esteem.
How are you today? Really, how are you? Browsing these pages can be overwhelming – the unfamiliar words, the multitude of smiling faces. Those smiles can seem insulting in the face of overwhelming depression. Who do you pick? It’s okay to have questions and doubts; it’s okay to pick someone and change your mind once you meet them. My name is Cherise (she/her) and I am an LPC-Associate. This means that I have the education and experience to have a provisional license to counsel, but must do so under supervision. You not only have a qualified therapist, you also have a second, more experienced therapist behind the scenes.
My areas of focus are trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, spiritual abuse, shame, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-esteem.
How are you today? Really, how are you? Browsing these pages can be overwhelming – the unfamiliar words, the multitude of smiling faces. Those smiles can seem insulting in the face of overwhelming depression. Who do you pick? It’s okay to have questions and doubts; it’s okay to pick someone and change your mind once you meet them. My name is Cherise (she/her) and I am an LPC-Associate. This means that I have the education and experience to have a provisional license to counsel, but must do so under supervision. You not only have a qualified therapist, you also have a second, more experienced therapist behind the scenes.
Valerie Rivas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78259
It takes strength and courage to accept when one can't handle parts of life, and so, I commend you. As a therapist, I accompany clients exactly where they are while offering unconditional acceptance and respect without judgement to build a safe and inviting counseling environment. Each client brings a set of unique morals, values, beliefs, and strengths which makes each person who they are. I treat ALL issues from adolescent to elderly within individual, couple, family, or group settings. Chronic Illness, Infertility, Miscarriage, Child Loss, Adoption, First Responders, Trauma, Abuse, Neglect & Adolescents are some of my interests.
It takes strength and courage to accept when one can't handle parts of life, and so, I commend you. As a therapist, I accompany clients exactly where they are while offering unconditional acceptance and respect without judgement to build a safe and inviting counseling environment. Each client brings a set of unique morals, values, beliefs, and strengths which makes each person who they are. I treat ALL issues from adolescent to elderly within individual, couple, family, or group settings. Chronic Illness, Infertility, Miscarriage, Child Loss, Adoption, First Responders, Trauma, Abuse, Neglect & Adolescents are some of my interests.
Kristine Benson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78261 (Online Only)
I have focused training and experience providing therapeutic services to adults, children, and couples. My experience spans several areas, including but not limited to domestic violence, crisis intervention, substance abuse, family and relationship challenges, learning challenges, problem-solving skills, building resilience skills, career and vocational guidance, anger and stress management, emotional triggers, and life and resilience skills. I am a 24-year Air Force and Army Veteran with three combat deployments, and I bring a unique understanding of deployments and family separation.
I have focused training and experience providing therapeutic services to adults, children, and couples. My experience spans several areas, including but not limited to domestic violence, crisis intervention, substance abuse, family and relationship challenges, learning challenges, problem-solving skills, building resilience skills, career and vocational guidance, anger and stress management, emotional triggers, and life and resilience skills. I am a 24-year Air Force and Army Veteran with three combat deployments, and I bring a unique understanding of deployments and family separation.
Stephanie A. Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT, PLLC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232
I work with children/teens, adults, couples, and families. I approach the therapeutic relationship in a warm and personalized way, with humor and creativity to enhance the counseling experience. My professional focuses are trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, anxiety/depression, coping with medical illnesses, relationships, substance abuse/dependency recovery, abuse, faith struggles, and parenting. My personal experiences of thriving beyond trauma/loss and a cancer diagnosis provides a unique insight and empathy to my client's journey. As a believer in and recipient of God's design for healing and restoration, I integrate Christian principles to enhance my clients' healing experience.
I work with children/teens, adults, couples, and families. I approach the therapeutic relationship in a warm and personalized way, with humor and creativity to enhance the counseling experience. My professional focuses are trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, anxiety/depression, coping with medical illnesses, relationships, substance abuse/dependency recovery, abuse, faith struggles, and parenting. My personal experiences of thriving beyond trauma/loss and a cancer diagnosis provides a unique insight and empathy to my client's journey. As a believer in and recipient of God's design for healing and restoration, I integrate Christian principles to enhance my clients' healing experience.
Carlos Velazquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ADHD, -CCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schertz, TX 78154
Carlos Velazquez is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Army veteran whose professional therapeutic experience centers on working with traumatized adults and children of all ages and their families. Primarily within judicial and community organizations, he has worked with clients living with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, domestic violence, familial conflict, childhood behavioral challenges, and environmental hardships.
Carlos Velazquez is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Army veteran whose professional therapeutic experience centers on working with traumatized adults and children of all ages and their families. Primarily within judicial and community organizations, he has worked with clients living with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, domestic violence, familial conflict, childhood behavioral challenges, and environmental hardships.
Faith A Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78202 (Online Only)
My name is Faith and I work with individuals and couples facing a range of concerns to include depression, trauma, abuse, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues, sex related issues, sexuality, and other stressors causing life to feel unsettled. I will work to meet you where you are in your journey through support and challenging toward progress and healing. I work with Headway and Red Apple Therapy to to assist you in meeting your goals by providing a safe, authentic and compassionate clinical setting with an individualized therapy experience.
My name is Faith and I work with individuals and couples facing a range of concerns to include depression, trauma, abuse, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues, sex related issues, sexuality, and other stressors causing life to feel unsettled. I will work to meet you where you are in your journey through support and challenging toward progress and healing. I work with Headway and Red Apple Therapy to to assist you in meeting your goals by providing a safe, authentic and compassionate clinical setting with an individualized therapy experience.
Jennifer L Harkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
In my healing practice, I have worked with victims of trauma such as survivors of domestic violence, those grieving the death of a loved one, and other life changing events in relationship difficulties and school/job struggles.
Life can be hard and sometimes extremely painful. Finding a place to go and someone to help could feel overwhelming. I want to know who you are and how I can help. I am trained in several theoretical models that guide my practice, however your struggle is personal and my approach will be tailored to your unique pain.
In my healing practice, I have worked with victims of trauma such as survivors of domestic violence, those grieving the death of a loved one, and other life changing events in relationship difficulties and school/job struggles.
Life can be hard and sometimes extremely painful. Finding a place to go and someone to help could feel overwhelming. I want to know who you are and how I can help. I am trained in several theoretical models that guide my practice, however your struggle is personal and my approach will be tailored to your unique pain.
Gene Benedict Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78247
I do have specialties in the areas of marital recovery from affairs and other ruptures, divorce recovery, blended families, domestic violence, chemical dependency, parent-child relationships, family interventions, personality disorders, grief recovery, addictions, mood disorders including anxiety and depression.
In my practice, I enjoy working with individuals, couples or families that are looking for assistance with issues and concerns that they have not been able to resolve on their own. As we work together,it is my goal that they would have a desire to accept and explore possibilities that will help them facilate the changes that will give them the satisfacton, relief and freedom they hope for.
I do have specialties in the areas of marital recovery from affairs and other ruptures, divorce recovery, blended families, domestic violence, chemical dependency, parent-child relationships, family interventions, personality disorders, grief recovery, addictions, mood disorders including anxiety and depression.
In my practice, I enjoy working with individuals, couples or families that are looking for assistance with issues and concerns that they have not been able to resolve on their own. As we work together,it is my goal that they would have a desire to accept and explore possibilities that will help them facilate the changes that will give them the satisfacton, relief and freedom they hope for.
Tisdale Counseling Service
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Universal City, TX 78148 (Online Only)
* Adults, * Anxiety, * Couples, * Depression,* EMDR, * Grief/Loss, * Life Coaching, * Meditation, * Mood Disorders, * Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, * Relationships, * Self Esteem, * Spiritual Issues, * Stress, * Substance Abuse, * Trauma.
I am a therapist who is empathetic, caring, and considerate. I can help you no matter how big or how little the situation or problem is. I have spent over half of my life helping people and truly believe that there is light at the end of the tunnel. I work with individuals, couples, same sex, and anyone wanting to be rid of pain or sorrow. I am here to help you. A call to my office is the first step.
* Adults, * Anxiety, * Couples, * Depression,* EMDR, * Grief/Loss, * Life Coaching, * Meditation, * Mood Disorders, * Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, * Relationships, * Self Esteem, * Spiritual Issues, * Stress, * Substance Abuse, * Trauma.
I am a therapist who is empathetic, caring, and considerate. I can help you no matter how big or how little the situation or problem is. I have spent over half of my life helping people and truly believe that there is light at the end of the tunnel. I work with individuals, couples, same sex, and anyone wanting to be rid of pain or sorrow. I am here to help you. A call to my office is the first step.
Thomas Paige/Mower Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, TF-CBT, CFRC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217 (Online Only)
I am a retired Army Veteran experienced in working with individuals, couples and families who are having difficulty coping with depression, domestic violence, stress, anger and grief. Weekend appointments are available and encouraged. My personal goal is to be a solution to the many military personnel regardless of status in finding the way back to living a healthy and happy life rather than settling for defeat. Special rates are available for Wounded Warriors. Sliding scale for under-employed.Currently accepts CPS Clients.
I am a retired Army Veteran experienced in working with individuals, couples and families who are having difficulty coping with depression, domestic violence, stress, anger and grief. Weekend appointments are available and encouraged. My personal goal is to be a solution to the many military personnel regardless of status in finding the way back to living a healthy and happy life rather than settling for defeat. Special rates are available for Wounded Warriors. Sliding scale for under-employed.Currently accepts CPS Clients.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.