Therapists in San Marcos, TX
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Katie Purswell
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
If you think my approach might be a good fit for you and you are interested in counseling for yourself, your teen, or your child, please feel free to reach out to me or visit my website for additional information on the services I provide.
Welcome! Taking that first step to seek out help can be challenging, and I'm glad you are starting that journey. I work with adults, children, and teens who are looking for a place to explore how they can show up more authentically in the world. That might mean we work together toward you healing from past hurts or trauma, becoming more self-accepting, exploring past or new identities, finding ways to move through depression/anxiety, parenting more confidently, or helping your child access their full potential.
If you think my approach might be a good fit for you and you are interested in counseling for yourself, your teen, or your child, please feel free to reach out to me or visit my website for additional information on the services I provide.
Welcome! Taking that first step to seek out help can be challenging, and I'm glad you are starting that journey. I work with adults, children, and teens who are looking for a place to explore how they can show up more authentically in the world. That might mean we work together toward you healing from past hurts or trauma, becoming more self-accepting, exploring past or new identities, finding ways to move through depression/anxiety, parenting more confidently, or helping your child access their full potential.
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Leslie C. Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200, RCYT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
Certifications: UT-Austin in Supervision- 2012, Clinical Trauma Professional, 2013 RYT-200, RCYT-95 Children, Teen and Trauma Yoga Teacher.
Accepting New Clients- Life gets prickly! I can help you get unstuck! I am an inclusive, compassionate & creative therapist who puts the client first. I enjoy working w/ teens, college-age & women struggling w/ anxiety, depression, trauma, complex relationships, college/educational challenges, career transitions, grief/loss, eating disorders, chronic illness or suicide loss. I am a trans-affirming & proud ally who works closely w/ lgbtqi & queer communities. Note: I am an out-of-pocket provider and don't accept insurance except out-of-network. I offer reduced rates for college students & a certain number of sliding scale clients.
Certifications: UT-Austin in Supervision- 2012, Clinical Trauma Professional, 2013 RYT-200, RCYT-95 Children, Teen and Trauma Yoga Teacher.
Accepting New Clients- Life gets prickly! I can help you get unstuck! I am an inclusive, compassionate & creative therapist who puts the client first. I enjoy working w/ teens, college-age & women struggling w/ anxiety, depression, trauma, complex relationships, college/educational challenges, career transitions, grief/loss, eating disorders, chronic illness or suicide loss. I am a trans-affirming & proud ally who works closely w/ lgbtqi & queer communities. Note: I am an out-of-pocket provider and don't accept insurance except out-of-network. I offer reduced rates for college students & a certain number of sliding scale clients.
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Jill A Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
My areas of expertise include: * Anxiety * Depression * Grief and Loss * Relationship difficulties * Family challenges * Life transitions * Adolescent/Development issues * Divorce recovery * Trauma *.
When you are struggling, one of the most difficult things to do is ask for help. It takes courage, faith, and trust to reach out when life feels unmanageable or overwhelming. Yet taking that one step is often the very best thing you can do for yourself and those you love. I provide compassionate, competent counseling to teens and adults in individual, and family/group settings. I use individualized talk, play, and EMDR techniques to help clients set therapeutic goals and reach them.
My areas of expertise include: * Anxiety * Depression * Grief and Loss * Relationship difficulties * Family challenges * Life transitions * Adolescent/Development issues * Divorce recovery * Trauma *.
When you are struggling, one of the most difficult things to do is ask for help. It takes courage, faith, and trust to reach out when life feels unmanageable or overwhelming. Yet taking that one step is often the very best thing you can do for yourself and those you love. I provide compassionate, competent counseling to teens and adults in individual, and family/group settings. I use individualized talk, play, and EMDR techniques to help clients set therapeutic goals and reach them.
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Dr. Melody Montano
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
My ideal client is a teenager dealing with significant challenges such as suicidal thoughts, self-harm tendencies, aggression, or interpersonal difficulties.
Greetings! I'm a dedicated professional specializing in comprehensive psychological evaluations for adolescents and their families facing challenging behavioral concerns. In navigating the complexities of adolescence, I focus on uncovering underlying factors contributing to behaviors often mistaken as typical. For parents, educators, and support networks, psychological evaluations provide invaluable insights! My approach emphasizes fostering connections with teens and families, offering a tailored strategy to address challenges that may not have found resolution elsewhere.
My ideal client is a teenager dealing with significant challenges such as suicidal thoughts, self-harm tendencies, aggression, or interpersonal difficulties.
Greetings! I'm a dedicated professional specializing in comprehensive psychological evaluations for adolescents and their families facing challenging behavioral concerns. In navigating the complexities of adolescence, I focus on uncovering underlying factors contributing to behaviors often mistaken as typical. For parents, educators, and support networks, psychological evaluations provide invaluable insights! My approach emphasizes fostering connections with teens and families, offering a tailored strategy to address challenges that may not have found resolution elsewhere.
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Riaz Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Natalie! Are you having issues staying on task? Do you have trouble concentrating due to life events that you fee are out of your control? I support adolescent teens, adults and the elder population with multiple different issues who are in need of some type of support in managing issues such as these. Clients will receive the tools necessary to achieve goals of overcoming these issues, and learning how to manage themselves in a way that will increase a more positive outlook for the future.
Hi, I'm Natalie! Are you having issues staying on task? Do you have trouble concentrating due to life events that you fee are out of your control? I support adolescent teens, adults and the elder population with multiple different issues who are in need of some type of support in managing issues such as these. Clients will receive the tools necessary to achieve goals of overcoming these issues, and learning how to manage themselves in a way that will increase a more positive outlook for the future.
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Chevone Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I offer the following counseling services: anger management, anxiety, depression, career, child-adolescent behavior and failure to launch, Christian-Bible based, PTSD, trauma, physical abuse, sexual abuse, grief, premarital, marriage, divorce, and self-discovery & potential.
Do you feel stuck or unable to get through YOUR dilemma? Does your student need someone to talk to? Are you thinking about marriage or is your marriage in trouble? Let me help you (or your child) become your "Best" self and be happy again. Over my many years of experience as a counselor, life coach, mentor, spouse, parent, and military member, I've helped hundreds of people just like you, successfully get through their personal or family challenge. Together, I can help you become your best self-mind, body, and spirit.
I offer the following counseling services: anger management, anxiety, depression, career, child-adolescent behavior and failure to launch, Christian-Bible based, PTSD, trauma, physical abuse, sexual abuse, grief, premarital, marriage, divorce, and self-discovery & potential.
Do you feel stuck or unable to get through YOUR dilemma? Does your student need someone to talk to? Are you thinking about marriage or is your marriage in trouble? Let me help you (or your child) become your "Best" self and be happy again. Over my many years of experience as a counselor, life coach, mentor, spouse, parent, and military member, I've helped hundreds of people just like you, successfully get through their personal or family challenge. Together, I can help you become your best self-mind, body, and spirit.
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You're probably reading this because you're considering counseling. I think that's a great first step. No matter who you choose, I hope you meet with someone. Here's a litte about me; I hope this makes your job of selecting someone a little easier.
You're probably reading this because you're considering counseling. I think that's a great first step. No matter who you choose, I hope you meet with someone. Here's a litte about me; I hope this makes your job of selecting someone a little easier.
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Tifarah Canion
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Current: Thursday Openings! Hello there! I know that choosing a counselor is a big deal and I hope this helps you see if we would be a good fit! Are you someone that is going through some relationship hurdles and needs to work through them? Perhaps you are feeling stuck due to some event(s) that you haven't yet processed. Are you on the horizon of something that will change what your life previously looked like? We might make a good team if you think that a counselor who uses the person-centered counseling style, incorporates empathy, explores attachment, and utilize narrative skills to navigate our time together.
Current: Thursday Openings! Hello there! I know that choosing a counselor is a big deal and I hope this helps you see if we would be a good fit! Are you someone that is going through some relationship hurdles and needs to work through them? Perhaps you are feeling stuck due to some event(s) that you haven't yet processed. Are you on the horizon of something that will change what your life previously looked like? We might make a good team if you think that a counselor who uses the person-centered counseling style, incorporates empathy, explores attachment, and utilize narrative skills to navigate our time together.
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Nova Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
We totally get that starting therapy can feel intimidating which is why were giving therapy a modern makeover, making it cooler and more relatable than ever. Therapy is about understanding the self that you are and sometimes getting to know yourself is to unknow yourself. It's all about being real and feeling heard, exactly as you are in a space where you're free to be YOU. The greatest act of self-love is to no longer accept a life you are unhappy with. Happiness is not something you can chase. It is something you have to allow. If trauma can be passed down so can healing.
We totally get that starting therapy can feel intimidating which is why were giving therapy a modern makeover, making it cooler and more relatable than ever. Therapy is about understanding the self that you are and sometimes getting to know yourself is to unknow yourself. It's all about being real and feeling heard, exactly as you are in a space where you're free to be YOU. The greatest act of self-love is to no longer accept a life you are unhappy with. Happiness is not something you can chase. It is something you have to allow. If trauma can be passed down so can healing.
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I'm a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, emerging adults and families. Helping clients learn how to be successful in life makes my work rewarding. I have experience working as a psychologist in public school settings and can support goals for home and school.
I'm a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, emerging adults and families. Helping clients learn how to be successful in life makes my work rewarding. I have experience working as a psychologist in public school settings and can support goals for home and school.
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Do you ever find that you are beating yourself up over losing things, missing deadlines, being disorganized, or struggling to communicate with your partner? These challenges can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, and hopelessness. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families facing these and other mental health challenges, including ADHD, relationship conflicts, anxiety, and depression.
Do you ever find that you are beating yourself up over losing things, missing deadlines, being disorganized, or struggling to communicate with your partner? These challenges can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, and hopelessness. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families facing these and other mental health challenges, including ADHD, relationship conflicts, anxiety, and depression.
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Ashley Richey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, EMDR, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
I believe that our most basic human instinct is to feel connected to others and to ourselves, and I will use evidence-based practices to help you improve these connections. I understand that fear, anxiety, pain, and grief can all block our paths towards connection and healing, and I realize how broken relationships can turn into life-long regret and hurt. My goal is to individualize each treatment plan to your personal needs and areas of growth by emphasizing strengths, unlearning negative beliefs, overcoming fears, and inspiring you to create new paths towards healing. I am fully trained in EMDR and ERP to better meet your needs.
I believe that our most basic human instinct is to feel connected to others and to ourselves, and I will use evidence-based practices to help you improve these connections. I understand that fear, anxiety, pain, and grief can all block our paths towards connection and healing, and I realize how broken relationships can turn into life-long regret and hurt. My goal is to individualize each treatment plan to your personal needs and areas of growth by emphasizing strengths, unlearning negative beliefs, overcoming fears, and inspiring you to create new paths towards healing. I am fully trained in EMDR and ERP to better meet your needs.
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Stan Harlan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MEd, LPC, LMFT, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I use a conversational therapy where the patient and therapist collaborate together to find solutions. I believe the patient knows best where they want to go, and I as a therapist help to clarify how to get there. It is my belief that though in a given moment there may be overwhelming, confused or just frustrated feelings, the human spirit and personal resources provide the tools to find meaning and growth.
I use a conversational therapy where the patient and therapist collaborate together to find solutions. I believe the patient knows best where they want to go, and I as a therapist help to clarify how to get there. It is my belief that though in a given moment there may be overwhelming, confused or just frustrated feelings, the human spirit and personal resources provide the tools to find meaning and growth.
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Hello and thank you for stopping by! Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming. Will they be a good fit? Can they actually help me? What should I expect? How much will it cost? I’m Bonnie and I work with adults (18+) in various areas including life transitions, grief, anxiety and depression, infertility, and trauma. I offer a warm, safe and friendly therapeutic environment to help my clients navigate their struggles, heal, and work towards their goals. I care deeply about my clients and the work I do in this helping profession.
Hello and thank you for stopping by! Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming. Will they be a good fit? Can they actually help me? What should I expect? How much will it cost? I’m Bonnie and I work with adults (18+) in various areas including life transitions, grief, anxiety and depression, infertility, and trauma. I offer a warm, safe and friendly therapeutic environment to help my clients navigate their struggles, heal, and work towards their goals. I care deeply about my clients and the work I do in this helping profession.
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Nina Linda Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I am a licensed social worker dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive therapeutic space for individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are grappling with issues such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, or life transitions, I am here to build a supportive and empathetic therapeutic relationship tailored to your needs. My practice serves clients aged 14+, and I welcome teens with a trauma-informed lens and solution-focused strategies.
I am a licensed social worker dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive therapeutic space for individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are grappling with issues such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, or life transitions, I am here to build a supportive and empathetic therapeutic relationship tailored to your needs. My practice serves clients aged 14+, and I welcome teens with a trauma-informed lens and solution-focused strategies.
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Nichole Mueller-McMorris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Have you ever felt that your life is out of control and hopeless? How do you get to a place where you feel that you are living a life worth living? I have years of experience working with a widespread of mental health diagnosis where I am seeing people on their worst day. The pain from the past and present is surfacing in the moment I am meeting with them.
Have you ever felt that your life is out of control and hopeless? How do you get to a place where you feel that you are living a life worth living? I have years of experience working with a widespread of mental health diagnosis where I am seeing people on their worst day. The pain from the past and present is surfacing in the moment I am meeting with them.
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Jonnie L Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
My primary therapeutic methods are Solution Focused, CBT. Trauma Focused, Client Centered Mindfulness and Positive Phycology. Culturally, social, racial and economic status considered, and my client has a voice in therapy. I also provide identity work and life transitions, especially for single parents, college students and newly retired. I also have Women of Color groups and women wellness retreats.
My primary therapeutic methods are Solution Focused, CBT. Trauma Focused, Client Centered Mindfulness and Positive Phycology. Culturally, social, racial and economic status considered, and my client has a voice in therapy. I also provide identity work and life transitions, especially for single parents, college students and newly retired. I also have Women of Color groups and women wellness retreats.
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Kimberly ‘Mrs. 50 Cent’ Bass-Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC , LCCA, LSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
I am working on a horror reality-based project with the business mogul & my Spiritual husband "Curtis 50 Cent Jackson". I provide treatment in Virginia & Texas. Clientele includes Secretary of Defense, Department of Defense, Veterans, celebrities and civilian families. I help people manifest life goals using multi-modality therapy, energy/love, mindfulness, prayer/meditation, super foods, movement, music, nature, art, and/or positive affirmations for clarity. Additionally, I educate client about maximizing their somatic and automatic nervous system by reprogramming negative thoughts.
I am working on a horror reality-based project with the business mogul & my Spiritual husband "Curtis 50 Cent Jackson". I provide treatment in Virginia & Texas. Clientele includes Secretary of Defense, Department of Defense, Veterans, celebrities and civilian families. I help people manifest life goals using multi-modality therapy, energy/love, mindfulness, prayer/meditation, super foods, movement, music, nature, art, and/or positive affirmations for clarity. Additionally, I educate client about maximizing their somatic and automatic nervous system by reprogramming negative thoughts.
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Greater Texas DBT
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
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As a DBT therapist at Greater Texas DBT, I specialize in working with clients whose emotional experiencing interferes with achieving and/or maintaining goals. I celebrate the unique qualities of emotionally sensitive individuals and am passionate about collaborating with clients to "build lives worth living" by capitalizing on strengths while systematically addressing areas in which living with emotional intensity or detachment has become problematic. I offer services to clients of all ages with a focus on early identification and intervention with adolescents and young adults, and in providing support to their loved ones.
As a DBT therapist at Greater Texas DBT, I specialize in working with clients whose emotional experiencing interferes with achieving and/or maintaining goals. I celebrate the unique qualities of emotionally sensitive individuals and am passionate about collaborating with clients to "build lives worth living" by capitalizing on strengths while systematically addressing areas in which living with emotional intensity or detachment has become problematic. I offer services to clients of all ages with a focus on early identification and intervention with adolescents and young adults, and in providing support to their loved ones.
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Is managing stress, anxiety, or depression overshadowing important parts of your life? Mayra Aguilar is a bilingual LPC-Associate, supervised by Maureena Benavides, LPC-S, working with individuals to improve mental wellness. Her purpose is to be a support in the journey of change by fostering a safe and honest environment for. clients ¿El manejo del estrés, ansiedad o depresión está eclipsando partes importantes de su vida? Mayra Aguilar es una LPC-Associate bilingue, y trabaja con personas para mejorar el bienestar mental. Su propósito es ser un apoyo en el camino del cambio fomentando un ambiente seguro y honesto para clientes.
Is managing stress, anxiety, or depression overshadowing important parts of your life? Mayra Aguilar is a bilingual LPC-Associate, supervised by Maureena Benavides, LPC-S, working with individuals to improve mental wellness. Her purpose is to be a support in the journey of change by fostering a safe and honest environment for. clients ¿El manejo del estrés, ansiedad o depresión está eclipsando partes importantes de su vida? Mayra Aguilar es una LPC-Associate bilingue, y trabaja con personas para mejorar el bienestar mental. Su propósito es ser un apoyo en el camino del cambio fomentando un ambiente seguro y honesto para clientes.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.