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Some people feel like no one really hears them or truly cares to understand. If that sounds like you, I want to change that. Therapy with me is a place to slow down, say what's on your mind, and trust that someone is listening.
I'm Aaron Cobarruvias, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor at The Counseling Center at PCHAS in San Antonio, Texas. I meet with clients in person at our San Antonio office and I offer virtual counseling to Texas residents.
I enjoy working with people of all ages and stage of life. I spend most of my time with teens and young adults these days, but I also work with kids, couples, and families. I can help you with things like:
• Building confidence and making plans for your future
• Managing anger, impulsive behavior, and big emotions
• Working through past hurts so they don't define your next chapter
• Supporting kids and adults with ADHD
• Strengthening couples and family relationships
• Sharpening the mental game for athletes of all ages
This is a big season of life. Teens and young adults are figuring out who they are. They think about their future, their family, and the life they want. I love being part of that. When you learn healthy mental health skills early, you can use them for a lifetime.
I listen closely, and I let you do the talking. I'm comfortable with quiet moments, and I hope you will be too. Sometimes I need time to think before I answer, just like you. Therapy isn't a race, and you don't need perfect words or quick comebacks. I want to truly hear you, think carefully about what you say, and respond in ways that matter.
I use solution-focused counseling with most of my clients. We look at the life you want and the small steps that get you there. I teach practical skills, we practice them together in session, and we set goals. Learning a new skill takes lots of repetition, so I stay focused and steady to help you use those skills in real life.
Progress often looks like stopping things that hold you back or you starting things you never tried before. Families often notice calmer conversations at home, and the new patterns help you build more stable relationships.
I enjoy working with kids, and I especially like family sessions when the kids join us. I've completed continuing education in play therapy, including sand tray work, and I'm always striving to learn more. I've also completed some training in the Gottman Method to help couples and families connect.
For virtual sessions, kids need to be at least 10 years old and ready to participate online. For younger kids, and for kids with ADHD, in-person sessions work best.
Sports test your mind as much as your body. I've completed training in sport and exercise psychology, and I enjoy working with athletes of all ages.
I can help you sharpen your focus and build a stronger mental game. We set clear goals, practice new skills in session, and use them when it counts, whether that's on the field, on the court, or on the course. I'm a big sports fan myself, so I speak your language.
I love the PCHAS mission of serving others like Jesus. I bring that heart to every session, whether or not you share my faith. I even stepped away from counseling for a while, and it didn't feel right. I know this is where I'm meant to be.
I can't fix your problems for you. But I can work alongside you as you start to tackle them. One person can make a huge difference, and I want to be that person for you.
You'll find me cheering for the Texas Longhorns and the San Antonio Spurs. I love basketball, golf, and baseball, and I watch just about any game. I like to play golf with a friend, and I also like a quiet round alone to unwind. I'm a big fan of Star Wars, time travel stories, sci-fi, and a good comedy.
Are you a new counselor working toward your full LPC license? I'm an LPC Supervisor, and I'm open to taking on new LPC Associates who need supervision.
• Bachelor's Degree: The University of Texas at Austin
• Master's in Counseling Psychology: Our Lady of the Lake University
• Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
• Continuing Education Trainings:
◦ Play Therapy
◦ Recognizing High-Risk Behaviors in Youth
◦ Trauma-Informed Care
◦ Motivational Interviewing
◦ Sport and Exercise Psychology
◦ Screening for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
◦ Suicide Prevention
◦ Human Trafficking
Stay with it. Therapy is a safe place with no judgment. Talk about whatever you need to. I want your life to be better than when you arrived, and I'll work hard to help you get there.
I see clients Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Read more about Aaron's license as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Texas.
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