Family Therapy in San Antonio, TX

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have a sincere appreciation, respect, and concern for others. You should be provided every opportunity to succeed and thrive in life empowered with skills to manage daily challenges. Life's dynamics and the interpretation of life's events are unique to each individual, couple, or family. Make your healing, desired changes, and goals a priority. We can travel this journey together.

No insurance? Limited income? No problem. Counselors at NFCC believe that Jesus Changes Everything. While therapists are trained to encourage and motivate change, we realize that this happens best with Christian counseling. When both the therapist and client work together under the guidance of the Holy Spirit through Biblical-based counseling, you can experience real and lasting transformation. God's love pouring through the counselor offers hope and empathy in a shame and guilt free environment making it safe to practice vulnerability and transparency, which is a giant step toward recovery. Come share your emotional burdens.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of clinical experience. I’ve provided counseling for many different populations at various levels of care, including adults and adolescents struggling with Addiction, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Anger Management, Child Abuse or Neglect, Dual Diagnosis, Relapse Prevention, Substance Use, and Stress. I use a mix of Attachment-based, CBT, Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Focused, Strength-Based, Narrative, and Person-Centered. I believe that having to navigate through my struggles, I can relate to feeling hopeless which enables me to help.

I have over 10 years’ experience working with a variety of individuals: children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I specialize in issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, trauma, foster/adoption, divorce, Co-parenting, self-esteem, grief, parenting, and school-based concerns. My approach to therapy is strength-based and outcome oriented. I believe the process of therapy involves partnering together to promote a healthy therapeutic relationship with a sense of safety, trust, and acceptance while setting achievable goals and helping the client achieve self-acceptance leading to a secure, healthy sense of self.

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 am completing my academic and practical training in marriage and family therapy. I am a graduate student intern at Counseling4Life, LLC. I am pursuing a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University, with an expected graduation date of September 2024. I am passionate about working with adolescents, families, and individuals, particularly those facing challenges related to LGBTQ health, trauma, addiction, social exclusion, and economic hardship.

I enjoy taking more of a holistic approach and getting to the root causes. Everything we do in life, from the people with whom we surround ourselves to the foods we consume, effects our mental health. Things from our past continue to have a significant impact on us as long as it remains undealt with and tucked away, but life does not have to be this way.

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's not easy to ask for help. Maybe you've shared your situation with close friends or family and received support and advice, but things aren't really getting better. Maybe you've been hesitant to seek out a therapist. The fact that you're here now is a demonstration of your commitment and dedication to your own personal growth and your relationships. Whether you're experiencing anxiety or depression, or you're looking for a relationship, healing from a relationship that's ended, or are in a relationship you want to strengthen or repair, you're in the right place.

Have you ever found yourself at a crossroad where you are attempting to better yourself and receive push back or criticism for those around you? Have you ever felt crazy for trying something new yet yearn for a better future for yourself and family? If you are in need of a boost of confidence and support through this process; I am here to help. My whole heart harmonizes with those who have pushed back with their faith, or had to escape outright and are attempting to acclimate in a world that does not feel embracing.

There is no shame in needing some help to get over humps, to work through current issues that may be hindering you from seeing the good things in life, or even to work through years of painful experiences or trauma. We are all human and at many points throughout life need to reach out to someone for help, whether it is from friends, family, or professionals. Reaching out can be difficult and a bit scary, but rest assured you are making the right choice and taking a huge step in the right direction. We will walk through this journey together.

Our providers at HOPE Therapeutic Alliance understand that deciding to start therapy is a big step toward investing in yourself and those you love. We provide a safe, caring, and judgement-free environment suitable for self-exploration, growth, connection, and empowerment. Our core belief is that every person can attain greater life satisfaction, reach their full potential, and live with purpose.

I obtained a Ph.D. from the University of Denver. I completed a Predoctoral Internship and a Postdoctoral Fellowship in clinical psychology at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio. My broad training included emergency psychiatry, inpatient and outpatient adult and adolescent treatment, neuropsychological and forensic assessment, and behavioral medicine . My fellowship training in psychological testing and adolescent development informs my clinical thinking and focuses treatment to the psychological, interpersonal, and developmental presentation of each individual.

You are not alone. Entering the work of therapy can be scary, vulnerable, and yet hopeful all at the same time. As your therapist, I am committed and honored to walk with you through your hurts, challenges, and fears so that you can experience healing, restoration, and hope. I work with individuals from children (and their caregivers) to adults to help with the important and challenging life stages. My hope is to provide support to you through your journey of uncovering insight and strengthening your unique gifts.

Everyone possesses resiliency though we may not realize it in times of hardship or emotional suffering. Sometimes it takes a different kind of conversation to identify and amplify this resilience to put you back in the driver seat of your life. I use a solution focused, cognitive behavioral, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) approach tailored to help you meet your therapeutic goals.

With a life of diverse experiences, I have developed a compelling ability to relate to the trials and struggles we all endure. Having a successful career in business, an enriching marriage, and fulfilling family life, I bring insights to my practice to help you succeed where life causes you to stumble. My approach encourages individuals and couples to address issues, challenge growth, and move toward healthier and more satisfying relationships. With attention to spiritual needs, you will be encouraged to place Christ at the center of your relationships and allow Him to point you toward forgiveness and restoration.

Hello, My name is Amy Hermes. I obtained my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M San Antonio, I also obtained a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a focus on entrepreneurship from the University of Texas at San Antonio. I tend use a multimodal approach to counseling that is rooted in a solutions focused background. I have worked with clients that have experienced phase of life changes, relationship and family issues, stress, body dysmorphia, depression, trauma, exploring gender and sexuality, career exploration, and more. I bring my unique background of life experiences to every session.

Eric Houin, Jr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas Board Approved Supervisor, and psychotherapist who is currently Texas licensed as an LCSW and has completed his Masters of Social Work degree from Louisiana State University located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Eric has over 20 years of clinical counseling experience and has worked in an outpatient therapy settings with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. During his time as a behavioral health therapist Eric has helped: families, couples, adults, men, women, children, and adolescents.

I have been working in counseling since 2000. I provide individual and family therapy to those having difficulty with depression, anxiety, Autism, anger, ADHD/ADD, trauma, parenting, relationship and family issues.