Therapists in San Diego, TX

“Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.” ― Shannon L. Alder I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas. I have been aiding individuals, couples and families towards better mental health for the last 7 years. I work with individuals with a wide range of concerns such as marriage/couple/family counseling, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, family conflict, and relationship issues. I specialize in marital and relationship issue. My approach is unique to each client and one that is committed to working together to ensure you accomplish your goals. I use a mixture of Person Centered Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy and I execute these modalities through a client centered method that includes snippets of life coaching. As a woman of color, I would be a great match for interested in a counselor of color with no judgment that provides a safe space for all individuals. Life is full of surprises and obstacles. My goal is to aid you with tangible and practical solutions, tools, and techniques that can be applied to all areas of your life. I am passionate about assisting you with resolving various life problems by encouraging and promoting positive and healthy mental health, as well as, healing and changing. Therapy is a collaborative process. Working with me you’ll quickly find that I respect you by recognizing that there’s no single one size fits all therapeutic approach and will treat you as the individual that you are. My hope is that you will take the next steps so that we can begin the process of bringing about healing and change to your situation. As your therapist, I can’t promise you the work will be easy, but it will be fulfilling. I will work with you in processing difficult feelings and emotions, and setting goals that are important to you, and help guide you as you work through them. If you're ready, let me know how I can support you. ________________________________________ SPECIALTIES • Relationship issues • Family conflicts • Life Transitions • Depression and grief • Spirituality • Self Esteem Years of Experience: 7 I also have experience in anxiety, peer relationships, stress, and anger management

Cecelia A. Maurer MA, LPC I work with adults of any age, individuals only. I do not work with couples or families, although I do work with family and relationship issues. *** Hours: M-F 6:00am-6:00pm. ( Central time zone. )Occasionally, I offer weekend appointments, however, on weekends I’m generally engaging in self-care, most likely out on a bicycle trail somewhere. I’m an early riser, and a true morning person, so I offer appointment times as early as 6am…or possibly earlier if needed. I am a Christian, and a professional counselor licensed in Texas with over 17 years of experience working as both a counselor and life/ academic coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, young adult issues, career challenges, OCD, trauma and spiritual issues. In addition to counseling, I have also worked in higher education as an adjunct instructor and as an academic coach. My counseling style is warm and interactive, yet straightforward. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and short-term, solution focused counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I offer appointments M-F 6:00am -6:00pm CENTRAL TIME ZONE Change can be difficult but if you are ready to take the first step, I will be happy to help and support you in that effort. I look forward to working with you!

As a community mental health professional, I have received top-notch training that equips me with the therapeutic resources to meet the counseling needs of my community. With extensive work experience in low-income/wealthy, mental health/substance addiction, inpatient/outpatient, and individual therapy settings, I am confident in my ability to offer the best therapeutic support to my clients. I am a natural born therapist, with an innate ability to understand emotions and communicate effectively. My clients have all received the necessary therapeutic support to reach their goals under my care. In the rare event that a client's needs exceed my expertise, I always refer them for the best possible therapeutic help. As a Board Certified National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor, I am well-educated and experienced in all aspects of individual, family, and couple dynamics. With trauma certification and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT trained at Beck Institute) and Motivational Interviewing therapeutic interventions, I have the skills and knowledge to help my clients achieve their goals. Each client is unique, and I offer client-specific treatment plans tailored to their specific needs and goals. I am passionate about my work as a therapist and take pride in my ability to connect with my clients. With over 9 years of experience in the field, I am confident in my ability to offer the best therapeutic care to my clients. I look forward to connecting with you and providing a solution to your therapeutic needs.

I am licensed in Texas with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am also bilingual/biliterate in the Spanish language.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas who has worked in private practice for 3 years and has worked, full time, as a crisis counselor for 2 years. In 2019, I graduated with a Master’s degree in Education through Lamar University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. During my education at Lamar University I was awarded a grant for my research and was awarded scholarships for my academics. My treatment approach is client centered, based on identifying, processing, and treating symptoms that are negatively effecting the client. Clients could expect to speak with a counselor who values individuals for their uniqueness. It is my goal to help every client better themselves and find peace in their lives.

Hi; I have over 40 years of experience and expertise in the field of mental health as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have thoroughly enjoyed spending my career treating the elderly, adults, adolescents, children and their families in private practice, residential , hospital and educational settings. I've received specialized training in trauma treatment , cognitive behavioral therapy, PTSD treatment, play therapy, solution focused therapy and client centered therapy, among many other treatment modalities . I truly believe that every individual deserves help, treatment and the opportunity for hope. I've been told , numerous times , that I possess a wonderful sense of humor; I believe that laughter , along with compassion , empathy , kindness and understanding are mandatory to be give an individual the therapeutic outcome they deserve. I've held several administrative positions in mental health including directing a residential treatment program for severely emotionally disturbed children and years later I was the Director of Psychiatry for a major children's medical center. I spent several years working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities helping them navigate the system and building relationships within the community. In private practice I worked with adults struggling with relationship issues, stress issues, issues related to raising difficult to manage children and adolescents and parenting issues. I have spent 5 years working with the elderly who have been recently diagnosed with early onset dementia , Alzheimer's who are co-diagnosed with anxiety disorders and depression. This past year has been extremely difficult for adults, children and families. As a result, it has created stressful situations for parents. If you've had difficulties with these issues , I taught parenting classes for numerous years and I'm more than happy to help with issues related to anxiety, depression and any school related problems your children or adolescents may be experiencing as a result of the pandemic. Please feel free to reach out to me, I'm here to help. I look forward to working with each one of you !

I am licensed in Texas with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and that you possess the inner knowledge to grow mentally and emotionally from your current place. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. In therapy we will work together to access your strengths, develop possibilities and apply them to your personal life challenges. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you on this journey.

I am licensed in Texas with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have helped clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I am especially passionate about treating people who have experienced trauma (however large or small), and I use a combination of somatic healing and cognitive-based healing to address both our thoughts and our nervous system's response to trauma. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I have experience working in private practice, virtual intensive outpatient therapy, prison and jail settings, and with sex offender treatment. I enjoy getting creative with clients to help them identify coping strategies, calming methods, and problem solving solutions that work for them as individuals. I approach each new client with a non-judgmental mindset and focus on creating a trusting relationship where growth can occur organically. It is important to me that clients feel engaged in and a vital part of their treatment, after all, you are the expert in your own life! It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Texas with 6 years of professional work experience. I am in the process of becoming EMDR trained. In addition, I am a CPTT candidate which focuses on healing from past and present betrayal trauma. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions (sex and substance use), trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

As a licensed therapist in Texas with nearly three decades of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and life transitions. I offer a compassionate, affirming approach that honors each person's unique journey. My expertise spans a wide range of focus areas, including self-love, communication challenges, social anxiety, grief, workplace stress, and personal growth. I'm particularly committed to creating a supportive environment for individuals exploring identity, healing from past experiences, and developing stronger emotional resilience. My therapeutic approach is deeply collaborative, emphasizing client strengths and personal empowerment. I work alongside individuals to develop meaningful strategies for overcoming obstacles, understanding emotional patterns, and cultivating more fulfilling life experiences. Whether you're struggling with interpersonal dynamics, processing difficult experiences, or seeking greater self-understanding, I'm dedicated to providing thoughtful, responsive support.

I am licensed in Texas with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

“Why is this happening to me?” “How can I trust myself to make the right decisions?” “Will I always be a people pleaser instead of looking out for myself?” “Why can’t I be happy right now?” Are questions like these consuming your thoughts? Do you often experience feelings of helplessness and hopelessness? Sometimes we need guidance to get past emotional turmoil and back on a path towards contentment in our lives. Therapy can help with navigating through life’s problems by setting and accomplishing goals to help you return to good mental health with personal and/or professional growth. Therapy is an inviting place where every single part of you is welcome, even the parts that are uncomfortable to share. You are encouraged to allow yourself to experience any emotion or thought freely. Hello and welcome! I am from the great state of Texas and have been an accomplished psychotherapist for 30 years. I have a broad range of clinical expertise in assisting individuals, couples and families. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship dynamics, coping with grief and loss, as well as other equally important issues. It is my genuine hope that every client journeys along their therapeutic path with a renewed sense of understanding and self-appreciation. This is truly my life’s calling and it is wonderful to be able to watch people make positive changes in their lives. Throughout the years, I have been able to build rapport quickly with compassion and empathy towards my clients who have ranged in ages from 4 to 104. I have found that utilizing an integrative therapeutic approach is beneficial to meet each individual’s unique needs. This treatment, along with a wealth of life experience, offers a more flexible and inclusive perspective to assist in navigating through unhealthy lifestyle patterns. The first step is the most difficult and here you are! Getting started can be pretty scary — to talk to someone you don't know about things that make you uncomfortable, sad, angry, embarrassed, or even overjoyed — but I would like to reassure you that this process is here to help you grow. If you seek to have a voice in the direction of your therapy and view the therapeutic relationship as a partnership, then I welcome the opportunity to meet with you and begin your healing journey. Tell me your story.

My professional experience spans over two decades in counseling both in private practice and in educational settings. I have been helping individuals manage anxiety, life transitions, improving relationships, building resilience, handling professional burnout and reconnecting oneself with purpose through evidence based online counseling. My clients often describe me as empathetic, insightful, and down to earth. Online therapy with me is a space for reflection, develop practical tools, and meaningful change. My professional credentials include: LPC ( Licensed Professional Counselor), LSSP ( Licensed Specialist in School Psychology), MFT (Marriage & Family Therapist). Whether you're struggling with being overwhelmed, feeling stuck, or simply ready for meaningful change, therapy can be a space to pause, reflect and move forward

As a licensed therapist in Texas, I bring eight years of dedicated experience supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients work through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions with compassion and evidence-based strategies. I specialize in supporting individuals as they develop stronger coping mechanisms, rebuild self-esteem, and create meaningful pathways toward personal growth. My therapeutic style is collaborative and responsive, designed to meet each client exactly where they are in their healing journey. Through careful, personalized interventions, I aim to empower clients to understand their inner strengths, process challenging emotions, and develop sustainable strategies for emotional wellness. My commitment is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences and cultivate resilience.