Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in San Marcos, TX
My approach to the counseling relationship is trauma-informed and person-centered, utilizing narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and play therapy.
I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming provider and am happy to serve gender, sexual, and relationship minorities. I enjoy working with people of all ages, providing individual counseling, sibling therapy, and family therapy. I have work and volunteer experience providing counseling to survivors of abuse, those experiencing grief and loss, and youth in residential psychiatric treatment experiencing complex trauma. I work with clients who are struggling to adjust to changes in their life or who are needing more support to face challenges with compassion.
My approach to the counseling relationship is trauma-informed and person-centered, utilizing narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and play therapy.
I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming provider and am happy to serve gender, sexual, and relationship minorities. I enjoy working with people of all ages, providing individual counseling, sibling therapy, and family therapy. I have work and volunteer experience providing counseling to survivors of abuse, those experiencing grief and loss, and youth in residential psychiatric treatment experiencing complex trauma. I work with clients who are struggling to adjust to changes in their life or who are needing more support to face challenges with compassion.
Welcome, my name is Scarlett Black and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist with over 15 years of experience. I have a wide range of experience providing evidence based practices for children and adults addressing complex trauma, grief and loss, mood disorders, and anger management. My approach is client centered and solution focused with the most common theoretical approach I incorporate being Cognitive Behavioral Therapy but also utilizing Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy.
Welcome, my name is Scarlett Black and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist with over 15 years of experience. I have a wide range of experience providing evidence based practices for children and adults addressing complex trauma, grief and loss, mood disorders, and anger management. My approach is client centered and solution focused with the most common theoretical approach I incorporate being Cognitive Behavioral Therapy but also utilizing Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy.
I use a person-centered approach and Cognitive Based Therapy, I will work with the client to brainstorm solutions, learn skills, and build understanding in all aspects of life.
I have had the chance to work with clients from 3 years old to 70 years old of all different backgrounds and walks of life. I have worked with clients of different ethnicities, cultures, beliefs, lifestyles, identities, and sexualities.
I use a person-centered approach and Cognitive Based Therapy, I will work with the client to brainstorm solutions, learn skills, and build understanding in all aspects of life.
I have had the chance to work with clients from 3 years old to 70 years old of all different backgrounds and walks of life. I have worked with clients of different ethnicities, cultures, beliefs, lifestyles, identities, and sexualities.
Nan Otoupal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
Therapy shouldn't be an added stressor. I use humor and support along with cognitive and reality therapy. I focus primarily on depression, bipolar disorder and major mental illness.
Therapy shouldn't be an added stressor. I use humor and support along with cognitive and reality therapy. I focus primarily on depression, bipolar disorder and major mental illness.
She employs a variety of therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), to address these concerns.
Savannah Howe, practicing at LifeStance Health, offers specialized therapeutic support for children, adolescents, and families across Texas. Utilizing Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy, she creates a safe and nurturing environment where young clients can express themselves and work through emotional and behavioral challenges. Savannah’s approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering growth and healing through creative and evidencebased interventions.In addition to her focus on Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy, Savannah specializes in treating anxiety, childhood behavior issues, and depression.
She employs a variety of therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), to address these concerns.
Savannah Howe, practicing at LifeStance Health, offers specialized therapeutic support for children, adolescents, and families across Texas. Utilizing Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy, she creates a safe and nurturing environment where young clients can express themselves and work through emotional and behavioral challenges. Savannah’s approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering growth and healing through creative and evidencebased interventions.In addition to her focus on Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy, Savannah specializes in treating anxiety, childhood behavior issues, and depression.
Nichole Mueller-McMorris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I use a lot of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to include mindfulness techniques.
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.
I use a lot of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to include mindfulness techniques.
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.
Kimberly Cross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MHR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
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I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are, using therapies such as EMDR, CBT, DBT and Mindfulness.
I am an EMDR trained, trauma-informed, warrior therapist who has had to face difficult situations myself, have learned from my own trauma, have grown in ways I never thought possible. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist not only do I use my educational background, but also life lessons to assist other women who are in the midst of their journey, no matter what that journey is; depression, anxiety or fear. Fear comes in many forms. Trauma comes in many forms. Micro-aggressions leveled at you from work and home all can play a role in how you have navigated life; how you have lost your way at times.
I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are, using therapies such as EMDR, CBT, DBT and Mindfulness.
I am an EMDR trained, trauma-informed, warrior therapist who has had to face difficult situations myself, have learned from my own trauma, have grown in ways I never thought possible. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist not only do I use my educational background, but also life lessons to assist other women who are in the midst of their journey, no matter what that journey is; depression, anxiety or fear. Fear comes in many forms. Trauma comes in many forms. Micro-aggressions leveled at you from work and home all can play a role in how you have navigated life; how you have lost your way at times.
Kristin utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure Therapy, to help clients achieve their personal goals and improve their overall wellbeing.
Kristin Thompson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, serves clients across Texas with 25 years of experience in social work. Kristin provides empathetic and effective support to individuals facing a range of mental health challenges. Her deep understanding of various systems, such as Child Protective Services, juvenile probation, and healthcare, allows her to address diverse stressors affecting her clients. Kristin's warm personality and extensive job experience enable her to connect with people from all walks of life, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and community wellness.
Kristin utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure Therapy, to help clients achieve their personal goals and improve their overall wellbeing.
Kristin Thompson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, serves clients across Texas with 25 years of experience in social work. Kristin provides empathetic and effective support to individuals facing a range of mental health challenges. Her deep understanding of various systems, such as Child Protective Services, juvenile probation, and healthcare, allows her to address diverse stressors affecting her clients. Kristin's warm personality and extensive job experience enable her to connect with people from all walks of life, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and community wellness.
Grounded in a strengths-based and goal-focused perspective, my therapeutic approach utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy to guide you in reshaping your thoughts, fostering a more positive outlook, and regaining control over your life.
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.
Grounded in a strengths-based and goal-focused perspective, my therapeutic approach utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy to guide you in reshaping your thoughts, fostering a more positive outlook, and regaining control over your life.
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.
My approach to therapy is solution-focused, with primary strategies grounded in CBT and DBT.
After 25 years, I still absolutely love what I do and look forward with excitement to learning what makes each individual who enters my office unique. I picture myself in the person's shoes and try to see the world from their perspective to learn their strengths, struggles, goals and needs. I see therapy as a collaborative process in which the therapist assists the client in identifying and achieving specific goals. We clarify, refine, and adjust these goals throughout the therapeutic process.
My approach to therapy is solution-focused, with primary strategies grounded in CBT and DBT.
After 25 years, I still absolutely love what I do and look forward with excitement to learning what makes each individual who enters my office unique. I picture myself in the person's shoes and try to see the world from their perspective to learn their strengths, struggles, goals and needs. I see therapy as a collaborative process in which the therapist assists the client in identifying and achieving specific goals. We clarify, refine, and adjust these goals throughout the therapeutic process.
Mariellen McLean-Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
As a mindful-based cognitive behavioral therapist, my intention is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
Psychotherapy is the practice of talking things through with a skilled and trusted professional. Conversation lays out a frame of reference for solving problems in one's personal life and eases emotional pain. For anyone who seeks therapy, there is a desire to improve communication, to be better understood and connect with others. Finding the courage to change the way to communicate more effectively can be difficult. Unavoidably, there are times when we lose our way, have misunderstandings, or struggle with doubts about our own capabilities. An experienced therapist can help us find solutions to problems and relief from pain in a nonjudgmental atmosphere.
As a mindful-based cognitive behavioral therapist, my intention is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
Psychotherapy is the practice of talking things through with a skilled and trusted professional. Conversation lays out a frame of reference for solving problems in one's personal life and eases emotional pain. For anyone who seeks therapy, there is a desire to improve communication, to be better understood and connect with others. Finding the courage to change the way to communicate more effectively can be difficult. Unavoidably, there are times when we lose our way, have misunderstandings, or struggle with doubts about our own capabilities. An experienced therapist can help us find solutions to problems and relief from pain in a nonjudgmental atmosphere.
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Her focus is a person-centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) work, targeting irrational thoughts and maladaptive behaviors, along with trauma-healing.
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.
Her focus is a person-centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) work, targeting irrational thoughts and maladaptive behaviors, along with trauma-healing.
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.
Maghaven Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
I want to share your moments, learn your perspective, sort the details, and walk through your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Sessions are designed to facilitate healing through evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT). We will explore avenues of self-discovery and enhance social, physical, and emotional well-being. All feelings are valid; however, what is the rational of the feeling? Where did it originate from? You may find your emotions have deeper links. I offer a listening ear and empathetic understanding in a non-judgmental safe space.
I want to share your moments, learn your perspective, sort the details, and walk through your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Sessions are designed to facilitate healing through evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT). We will explore avenues of self-discovery and enhance social, physical, and emotional well-being. All feelings are valid; however, what is the rational of the feeling? Where did it originate from? You may find your emotions have deeper links. I offer a listening ear and empathetic understanding in a non-judgmental safe space.
Nina Linda Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I am currently training in Level 3 TEAM- CBT with the Feeling Good Institute and continuing my education in perinatal mental health.
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 currently training in Level 3 TEAM- CBT with the Feeling Good Institute and continuing my education in perinatal mental health.
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.
In supporting those who suffer with anxiety and depression, I like incorporating a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and skills of mindfulness.
I believe you are the expert in your life. I am here to guide you to set and achieve goals for your life. I love to help people rediscover joy and find what helps them feel their best. I have over 7 years of experience helping people with anxiety and depression.
In supporting those who suffer with anxiety and depression, I like incorporating a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and skills of mindfulness.
I believe you are the expert in your life. I am here to guide you to set and achieve goals for your life. I love to help people rediscover joy and find what helps them feel their best. I have over 7 years of experience helping people with anxiety and depression.
Cherise Miles
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666
I integrate post-modern, person-centered, feminist, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapies into my approach.
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.
I integrate post-modern, person-centered, feminist, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapies into my approach.
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.
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.
Laura Frame
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LSSP, HSP, NCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I believe that a supportive therapeutic relationship is a key factor in motivating positive life changes. During sessions, I strive to help clients experience acceptance, respect, and positive regard. I offer developmentally-appropriate therapy, consultation, and coaching for my clients. My intervention experience encompasses a variety of challenges including learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, attention disorders, and other health impairments. I have specialized training in cognitive behavior therapy ( CBT), solution-focused therapy, and behavioral consultation.
I believe that a supportive therapeutic relationship is a key factor in motivating positive life changes. During sessions, I strive to help clients experience acceptance, respect, and positive regard. I offer developmentally-appropriate therapy, consultation, and coaching for my clients. My intervention experience encompasses a variety of challenges including learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, attention disorders, and other health impairments. I have specialized training in cognitive behavior therapy ( CBT), solution-focused therapy, and behavioral consultation.
Teresa J. Connell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ATR-BC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
Neurodiverse/HSP Ally, Art Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness.
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.
Neurodiverse/HSP Ally, Art Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness.
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.
I use a mix of psychodynamic theory, IFS, CBT/DBT, and Somatic Therapy to help my client's go deeper into their lived experience, gain new self-awareness, and transform.
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.
I use a mix of psychodynamic theory, IFS, CBT/DBT, and Somatic Therapy to help my client's go deeper into their lived experience, gain new self-awareness, and transform.
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.
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How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.