Art Therapy in San Marcos, TX

Accepting clients who are looking for freedom and peace within their life stories. Together we can problem-solve some coping strategies for overwhelm, depression, and anxiety. We'll discover what is in the way, dig deep into the here and now, or look for the patterns from the past. You decide where to go, and I will follow. In our time, you'll focus on taking small achievable steps that foster change and I’ll keep you accountable and motivated.

It’s hard to be vulnerable. Especially with someone you don’t know. I work hard to establish a therapeutic relationship built on trust. I provide a holistic approach exploring all parts of a person’s past and current circumstances so that the process can help in giving insight for healing and growth.

In my experience, I've found that people come to therapy when they are in a crisis situation or encounter something that seems too overwhelming to face on their own. I approach my work in a collaborative way that promotes self-awareness, understanding, support and discovery, promoting safety and understanding. By focusing strengths, I hope to assist my clients in finding healthy ways to cope with stressors, achieve desired changes, better understand how they relate to others and the world, develop personal potential and empower in a gentle, purposeful manner.

People and their stories have always inspired and humbled me. Helping others to walk through their shadows and experience the light is a true gift. Earlier in my life I went through some difficult experiences. The wilderness, music, art, and movement helped me to feel and learn to move through those hardships. My connection with the natural world has revealed my inner potential and helped me to heal from traumas. I am dedicated to incorporating my knowledge of therapy, relationship to the natural world, yoga and expressive arts for each person I work with. I believe in feeling all of the human emotions with balance and intention.

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.

I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kiddos of all ages as a public school teacher and a counselor since 2011. I love incorporating play, art therapy techniques, and animal assisted interventions in my sessions. I strive to create a trusting relationship with each child and their family and create a safe and fun space for processing feelings. I believe that each client has innate strengths and abilities that can help them work toward therapeutic goals. I provide play therapy, individual counseling and canine assisted counseling for children, adolescents and teens ages 3-18.

Have you already tried traditional talk therapy in the past? Has it been somewhat helpful, but now you're searching for other therapy modalities that can help you heal the root-cause of your issues? I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Reiki Master, Certified Experiential Therapist, and Founder of Divine Light Sanctuary. I currently offer virtual therapy sessions for clients throughout the state of Texas. I’m also a highly sensitive person (HSP), oracle card reader, and spiritual guide. I believe that healing from trauma is about co-creating change that YOU choose.

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.

You care so much about your child. They are your top priority. You may be at your wits end or nervous about what is going on with your child. You would do anything to see them happier and thriving in all areas of life. I've helped many families with behavioral, social, and emotional concerns. I help build coping, self esteem, and resilience skills. I believe in involving the parents and helping them learn new strategies because this will bring more lasting results for the child/teen. I finished my Bachelors in Counseling in 2000 and Graduate degree in Counseling in 2013. I have worked helping children for 19 years.

Most Marriage and Family Therapists study systems. Even if an individual comes alone to a counseling session, they bring many influences. My role is to help you find your unique path amid the many voices, and become your best self. I have observed that almost everyone has had a time where they wondered if they have all the necessary life tools to move in a positive direction. Utilizing a safe environment, individual creativity and resources, I have seen people truly Become.

Many of us are taught to disregard the messages our bodies and emotions carry, initiating a distrusting and confusing relationship with ourselves and others. My work often focuses on giving you the tools and felt experience to release trauma from your nervous system, create inner safety, connect to agency, establish healthy boundaries, and re-connect to your intuition. Together we’ll work to (re)discover your relationship with your true inner voice. Through this connection and awareness, you can learn to trust yourselves and navigate through life’s obstacles and challenges with flexibility and resilience.

Do you ever feel like you're living for other people? Are your relationships wearing you down? Do you find yourself in sabotage cycles that keep you stuck, in shame, and feeling as if you can't access a life that feels authentic to you? Do you feel like something is off in your life, but can't figure out what? If so, I am eager to meet you! I pride myself in working with people who, through experiencing deep pain and dissatisfaction in their life, feel ready to dig deep, gain clear insight on what's blocking them from their true desires in life, and start re-creating a life of authenticity, freedom, self-compassion, and confidence.

Have you decided to make positive changes in your life, relationship, family? Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? I can help. I believe that we all have strengths and my job is to help people achieve their goals by using their strengths. Everyone needs support at some point in their lives. Whether it's a loss - death or divorce, relationship distress, difficulty making a big decision, anxiety caused by a life transition, parenting a child experiencing behavioral challenges, no matter what the circumstance, it's okay to talk to someone who is trained to provide support and assistance.

Unavoidable tragedies occur. We make choices we regret. Opening up to a stranger in therapy can seem so unsettling that we wait until it is a last resort. But with a qualified therapist, we can cultivate something purposeful from even the most painful of experiences. While transforming our futures, we are transforming our past experiences. Therapy is magical, mystical, effective - and surprising. Dare to envision yourself in more hopeful circumstances, to discover what you want, and - to CREATE what you have never believed is possible. Let me help. Lean on my faith - until you find yours.

Hi! I’m Jaclyn and I’m ready to offer you a fresh perspective on therapy. Using the most progressive, research-based techniques we’ll get you moving in the direction you want to go. Let’s find the patterns that are keeping you from achieving your relationship, career, and personal goals.

Whether it is your first time in therapy or a you are a lifelong therapy fan, I strive to make everyone feel comfortable and accepted in my (virtual) office. In therapy sessions, I am flexible to client’s needs both in their goals and how they want to get there. I have some clients who prefer to be more structured and practice certain skills while I have other clients who prefer to make the session feel more like a free-flowing conversation. Some issues that I speciailze in are PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, veteran's issues, and life adjustment issues.

Have you experienced trauma or attachment wounding? Are you in a constant state of fight or flight or dissociation and shut down? Does your nervous system feel like your enemy? Traumatic events affect people in very different ways. One thing is certain though; trauma is stored in your body and affects your mind, body, memory, mood, spirit, and relationships with yourself and with others. There is a way to befriend your nervous system, effectively heal your past wounds, cope with your current triggers, and discover your own personal post-traumatic growth and resiliency for the future.