Trauma and PTSD Therapists in San Marcos, TX
We offer treatment for depression, anxiety, insomnia, and PTSD using cutting-edge interventions such as Cranial Electro Stimulation (CES) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a therapist, EMDR Therapist, Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator, and proud graduate of Regent University where I earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I also have a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. My focus includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. I conduct Immigration Evaluations using an integrative approach to therapy that includes various treatment modalities based on your therapeutic and personal needs. Because of my service in ministry, I am uniquely positioned to offer spiritual therapy from a Christian perspective at your request.
We offer treatment for depression, anxiety, insomnia, and PTSD using cutting-edge interventions such as Cranial Electro Stimulation (CES) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a therapist, EMDR Therapist, Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator, and proud graduate of Regent University where I earned a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I also have a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. My focus includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. I conduct Immigration Evaluations using an integrative approach to therapy that includes various treatment modalities based on your therapeutic and personal needs. Because of my service in ministry, I am uniquely positioned to offer spiritual therapy from a Christian perspective at your request.
Karina Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Prior to private practice, Karina worked in Austin, Texas at the Child Advocacy Center of Travis County working with adults and children impacted by a traumatic experience, Austin Travis County Integral Care and the Catholic Family Diocese .
Karina Garcia treats adults, adolescents, couples and families who have a wide range of presenting problems. I have particular interests in trauma, relationship issues, including couples therapy, mood disorders, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, sexual abuse, ADHD and men's vulnerability. I have specialized training, experience, and interests in the treatment of children with behavior problems and families disrupted by divorce. I also enjoy working with multicultural backgrounds as well as immigrant populations. All services are available in English or Spanish.
Prior to private practice, Karina worked in Austin, Texas at the Child Advocacy Center of Travis County working with adults and children impacted by a traumatic experience, Austin Travis County Integral Care and the Catholic Family Diocese .
Karina Garcia treats adults, adolescents, couples and families who have a wide range of presenting problems. I have particular interests in trauma, relationship issues, including couples therapy, mood disorders, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, sexual abuse, ADHD and men's vulnerability. I have specialized training, experience, and interests in the treatment of children with behavior problems and families disrupted by divorce. I also enjoy working with multicultural backgrounds as well as immigrant populations. All services are available in English or Spanish.
If anxiety and/or trauma is holding you back from living the way you want to live, I want to help.
Anxiety takes many forms: stress, worry, PTSD, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD, etc... Anxiety can be so overwhelming that we feel paralyzed. Anxiety can keep us from taking the leap of faith we need to in order to be our authentic selves and live the life we truly want to live. If you can relate to this, you are not alone. Contrary to popular belief, courage is NOT the absence of anxiety. Courage is being afraid and not allowing anxiety to hold you back. This is where I come in to help. My passion is helping people overcome anxiety by enhancing courageous living, however that is defined by YOUR goals and values.
If anxiety and/or trauma is holding you back from living the way you want to live, I want to help.
Anxiety takes many forms: stress, worry, PTSD, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD, etc... Anxiety can be so overwhelming that we feel paralyzed. Anxiety can keep us from taking the leap of faith we need to in order to be our authentic selves and live the life we truly want to live. If you can relate to this, you are not alone. Contrary to popular belief, courage is NOT the absence of anxiety. Courage is being afraid and not allowing anxiety to hold you back. This is where I come in to help. My passion is helping people overcome anxiety by enhancing courageous living, however that is defined by YOUR goals and values.
Gillian Amaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I have extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, grief, and the treatment of attachment trauma.
Welcome! I work with counselors, parents, & high achievers looking to find joy and renewed energy - for themselves & the people they serve. I also enjoy working with couples and adult families who are having difficulty navigating current or past communication conflicts, terminal illness, grief & loss, parenting, boundaries, life transitions, and premarital work. You may struggle with self-care, perfectionism, over-giving to your work, taking your stress out on others, having difficulty completing tasks, or having difficulty staying present with others. You may feel "stuck", numb, drained, overwhelmed, anxious, worthless or guilty.
I have extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, grief, and the treatment of attachment trauma.
Welcome! I work with counselors, parents, & high achievers looking to find joy and renewed energy - for themselves & the people they serve. I also enjoy working with couples and adult families who are having difficulty navigating current or past communication conflicts, terminal illness, grief & loss, parenting, boundaries, life transitions, and premarital work. You may struggle with self-care, perfectionism, over-giving to your work, taking your stress out on others, having difficulty completing tasks, or having difficulty staying present with others. You may feel "stuck", numb, drained, overwhelmed, anxious, worthless or guilty.
LeAnna Coulter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I also utilize EMDR to address trauma that is possibly impacting your daily life.
Having a baby is a huge life transition individually and for the family. Change can happen in an instant but navigating your personal transition in response to that change takes time so it is important to nurture yourself through pregnancy and postpartum. During the perinatal period, anxiety can feel overwhelming especially if you are having scary thoughts and difficulty regulating emotions. You are not alone and at times motherhood is hard. It's okay to make yourself a priority and be mindful of what you are feeling and needing. When we take care of ourselves, we are then better equipped to be there for others in our life.
I also utilize EMDR to address trauma that is possibly impacting your daily life.
Having a baby is a huge life transition individually and for the family. Change can happen in an instant but navigating your personal transition in response to that change takes time so it is important to nurture yourself through pregnancy and postpartum. During the perinatal period, anxiety can feel overwhelming especially if you are having scary thoughts and difficulty regulating emotions. You are not alone and at times motherhood is hard. It's okay to make yourself a priority and be mindful of what you are feeling and needing. When we take care of ourselves, we are then better equipped to be there for others in our life.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
I also completed Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for trauma.
I see good psychotherapy as a collaborative process guided by your needs. I strongly believe that individuals and families have inherent strengths that can help them deal effectively with their problems and make meaningful change. However, many people are too busy or too overwhelmed to figure out what changes they would like to make or to develop the strengths needed to make those changes. Fortunately, we've learned a lot in recent years about creating change--psychological, emotional, and behavioral. When you come in, we will work together to decide what changes you want to make and how.
I also completed Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for trauma.
I see good psychotherapy as a collaborative process guided by your needs. I strongly believe that individuals and families have inherent strengths that can help them deal effectively with their problems and make meaningful change. However, many people are too busy or too overwhelmed to figure out what changes they would like to make or to develop the strengths needed to make those changes. Fortunately, we've learned a lot in recent years about creating change--psychological, emotional, and behavioral. When you come in, we will work together to decide what changes you want to make and how.
Rebecca Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
Are you struggling with trauma triggers, shame, anxiety, low mood, difficulty managing emotions, or unresolved challenges? Are you looking for a clear, direct, and effective path to healing from trauma or stressful events? Would you like to gain insight into your present behaviors and relationships? I help people with a variety of issues including trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, chronic illness, stress, life transitions, personal growth, grief and loss, self -esteem issues, and self-injurious behaviors.
Are you struggling with trauma triggers, shame, anxiety, low mood, difficulty managing emotions, or unresolved challenges? Are you looking for a clear, direct, and effective path to healing from trauma or stressful events? Would you like to gain insight into your present behaviors and relationships? I help people with a variety of issues including trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, chronic illness, stress, life transitions, personal growth, grief and loss, self -esteem issues, and self-injurious behaviors.
Stephanie Pinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I have experience working with individuals with a variety of life struggles including anxiety, depression, increased stress, PTSD and trauma, bipolar disorder, and grief and loss.
Perhaps you've been struggling with painful emotions, communicating in your relationships, managing stress and anxiety, or working through previous painful experiences. I know how difficult life can feel and I believe in providing a supportive and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment in which we can collaboratively work to solve problems, improve coping skills, and find you the support you need. I also offer specialized treatment for individuals who experience painful emotions related to adverse life experiences through EMDR.
I have experience working with individuals with a variety of life struggles including anxiety, depression, increased stress, PTSD and trauma, bipolar disorder, and grief and loss.
Perhaps you've been struggling with painful emotions, communicating in your relationships, managing stress and anxiety, or working through previous painful experiences. I know how difficult life can feel and I believe in providing a supportive and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment in which we can collaboratively work to solve problems, improve coping skills, and find you the support you need. I also offer specialized treatment for individuals who experience painful emotions related to adverse life experiences through EMDR.
I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, couple issues, personal development and trauma.
In therapy, I will work with you to examine patterns of thought and behavior which are no longer useful in your life. We will work together to help you develop a deeper understanding and empathy for yourself in addition to genuine, compassionate interaction with others that will lead you to your goals. I believe the relationships that are most important in our lives are an integral part of making lasting change. In therapy, I support you in improving these relationships in order to achieve healing and change.
I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, couple issues, personal development and trauma.
In therapy, I will work with you to examine patterns of thought and behavior which are no longer useful in your life. We will work together to help you develop a deeper understanding and empathy for yourself in addition to genuine, compassionate interaction with others that will lead you to your goals. I believe the relationships that are most important in our lives are an integral part of making lasting change. In therapy, I support you in improving these relationships in order to achieve healing and change.
Stacy L Covington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
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Are you overwhelmed, frustrated, or confused? Do others try to help but things stay the same? Is there a rule book?I've worked in residential treatments, schools & non profits. My focus for the last 18 years has been Post-Traumatic Stress. Repeated exposure to stress can cause a physical injury to the nervous system. Which is why you can’t “think” it away.
Are you overwhelmed, frustrated, or confused? Do others try to help but things stay the same? Is there a rule book?I've worked in residential treatments, schools & non profits. My focus for the last 18 years has been Post-Traumatic Stress. Repeated exposure to stress can cause a physical injury to the nervous system. Which is why you can’t “think” it away.
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I come from a trauma-informed, gender and LGBTQ+ affirming, intersectional, neuroscience-based approach to therapy with my goal to make all feel welcome in this space with me.
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.
I come from a trauma-informed, gender and LGBTQ+ affirming, intersectional, neuroscience-based approach to therapy with my goal to make all feel welcome in this space with me.
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.
Daybreak Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
Sometimes it is through processing traumatic life events.
My name is Erin Mendoza. I received my Master's Degree in Professional Counseling in 2007 from Texas State University in San Marcos, Tx. I have been providing counseling services since 2007. I work with clients to help them better understand their mental health, process what is causing their distress and help them learn skills to continue to care for their mental health in the future.
Sometimes it is through processing traumatic life events.
My name is Erin Mendoza. I received my Master's Degree in Professional Counseling in 2007 from Texas State University in San Marcos, Tx. I have been providing counseling services since 2007. I work with clients to help them better understand their mental health, process what is causing their distress and help them learn skills to continue to care for their mental health in the future.
Ana Arellano, Red Apple Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I apply this idea when treating trauma.
My name is Ana and I believe that health embodies the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit. We often struggle with balance when trying to make changes: stop drinking, start binge eating; end a toxic relationship, begin isolation; make more money, lose family time. This is often because we are addressing only one aspect of our health problem; during our first session, I will take inventory of your mental, physical, and emotional health to treat the root cause—not just the symptoms—and find a method that aligns best with your unique needs.
I apply this idea when treating trauma.
My name is Ana and I believe that health embodies the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit. We often struggle with balance when trying to make changes: stop drinking, start binge eating; end a toxic relationship, begin isolation; make more money, lose family time. This is often because we are addressing only one aspect of our health problem; during our first session, I will take inventory of your mental, physical, and emotional health to treat the root cause—not just the symptoms—and find a method that aligns best with your unique needs.
Katie Paddon
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I have extensive training and experience in domestic violence and trauma.
Do you have trouble getting out of bed in the morning (or evening for you shift workers)? Do you dread going to work? Are you going through a major life transition? You may be experiencing burnout, depression, or stress. You are not alone, and I am excited to start this journey with you. I am here to meet you wherever you are. I won’t bore you with all the technical terms, but I use a variety of approaches that I tailor to your needs. I provide a client-led space to collaborate on your needs and goals. You can cuss, cry or laugh during our sessions together.
I have extensive training and experience in domestic violence and trauma.
Do you have trouble getting out of bed in the morning (or evening for you shift workers)? Do you dread going to work? Are you going through a major life transition? You may be experiencing burnout, depression, or stress. You are not alone, and I am excited to start this journey with you. I am here to meet you wherever you are. I won’t bore you with all the technical terms, but I use a variety of approaches that I tailor to your needs. I provide a client-led space to collaborate on your needs and goals. You can cuss, cry or laugh during our sessions together.
Vida Clinic partners with organizations and individuals to provide a range of high quality mental health services. Our approach is designed to provide accessible services so people can feel comfortable getting the care they need in order to live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our therapists have a master’s degree or higher in social work (LMSW, LCSW), counseling (LPC), or PhD/PsyD in psychology (LP). We are trained in a variety of evidence-based strategies and can work on issues related to stress, grief, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, depression, persistent mental illness, relationships, school problems, and more.
Vida Clinic partners with organizations and individuals to provide a range of high quality mental health services. Our approach is designed to provide accessible services so people can feel comfortable getting the care they need in order to live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our therapists have a master’s degree or higher in social work (LMSW, LCSW), counseling (LPC), or PhD/PsyD in psychology (LP). We are trained in a variety of evidence-based strategies and can work on issues related to stress, grief, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, depression, persistent mental illness, relationships, school problems, and more.
Valerie Holcomb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
As a therapist specializing in trauma, depression, and anxiety, I offer compassionate support to traveling or remote workers navigating the complexities of mental health. Through evidence based techniques and a client-centered approach, I empower individuals to heal from past traumas, manage depression, and overcome anxiety, fostering resilience and well-being wherever their journey takes them. I call myself the overlanding therapist, so sessions may be on the top of a mountain peak, next to the sprays of a 100 foot waterfall, or in a red rock canyon. Nature is my office. I understand the complexities of working remotely.
As a therapist specializing in trauma, depression, and anxiety, I offer compassionate support to traveling or remote workers navigating the complexities of mental health. Through evidence based techniques and a client-centered approach, I empower individuals to heal from past traumas, manage depression, and overcome anxiety, fostering resilience and well-being wherever their journey takes them. I call myself the overlanding therapist, so sessions may be on the top of a mountain peak, next to the sprays of a 100 foot waterfall, or in a red rock canyon. Nature is my office. I understand the complexities of working remotely.
Jamey Hinman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
I work with trauma, addiction, adjustment disorders, relationship issues including aspects of self and others as well conflict resolution.
I believe recovery and growth is a deeply personal individualized experience. I feel privileged being a part of each clients journey. Empathy, compassion, self-worth, vulnerability & relationships with yourself & others are areas that I can help you with on your journey to healing, growing and excelling. Finding the right counselor is paramount to achieving success. I’m an Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) & Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). I received both my B.A. in Psychology & M.A. in Counseling and Guidance from Texas A&M. I’ve worked in various settings such as private practice, outpatient & residential.
I work with trauma, addiction, adjustment disorders, relationship issues including aspects of self and others as well conflict resolution.
I believe recovery and growth is a deeply personal individualized experience. I feel privileged being a part of each clients journey. Empathy, compassion, self-worth, vulnerability & relationships with yourself & others are areas that I can help you with on your journey to healing, growing and excelling. Finding the right counselor is paramount to achieving success. I’m an Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) & Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). I received both my B.A. in Psychology & M.A. in Counseling and Guidance from Texas A&M. I’ve worked in various settings such as private practice, outpatient & residential.
Hilary Handy Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Marcos, TX 78666
My specialty is in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which uses biological mechanisms to help your brain reprocess hard and traumatic stuck memories.
Finding the right fit with a therapist is a vital. I specialize in helping people heal from hard and traumatic life events. I am a good fit for people that have experienced abuse, family of origin disruptions or relational trauma. I’m passionate about working with people having difficulty moving through distress from past experiences, trusting others, and building close attachments. I help people that want to connect but find it hard and most importantly clients that are ready to dig deep and work toward meaningful healing. I also have a particular passion and affinity for working with other ADHD and neurodivergent folks like myself
My specialty is in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which uses biological mechanisms to help your brain reprocess hard and traumatic stuck memories.
Finding the right fit with a therapist is a vital. I specialize in helping people heal from hard and traumatic life events. I am a good fit for people that have experienced abuse, family of origin disruptions or relational trauma. I’m passionate about working with people having difficulty moving through distress from past experiences, trusting others, and building close attachments. I help people that want to connect but find it hard and most importantly clients that are ready to dig deep and work toward meaningful healing. I also have a particular passion and affinity for working with other ADHD and neurodivergent folks like myself
Kelly Pajares
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Online Only)
I work from a non-judgmental, trauma-informed lens utilizing postmodern modalities that are attachment-based, narrative, and relational.
Being vulnerable with someone new can be a very intimidating process, so I’m grateful that you have reached my page. Let me let you in on a secret…you can laugh in therapy. I know it sounds crazy right?! But I’m being completely candid. Some of my favorite moments in my career have been when we can find humor even while carrying our heavy burdens.
I work from a non-judgmental, trauma-informed lens utilizing postmodern modalities that are attachment-based, narrative, and relational.
Being vulnerable with someone new can be a very intimidating process, so I’m grateful that you have reached my page. Let me let you in on a secret…you can laugh in therapy. I know it sounds crazy right?! But I’m being completely candid. Some of my favorite moments in my career have been when we can find humor even while carrying our heavy burdens.
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