Mary

Miss Mary Vadakekalam

Licensed Professional Counselor

“I know taking the step to seek therapy isn't always easy, so I applaud you for taking the first step to creating a change in your life. My aim is to provide a supportive non judgmental space and create a collaborative alliance to help deal with difficult emotions, experiences, relationships you might be facing.”

About Me

It takes real courage to begin therapy, and I'm here to meet you with genuine warmth. I partner with you to navigate difficult emotions, experiences, or relationships. Our sessions offer a truly collaborative space where you can explore feelings without judgment. This approach helps you gain clarity. I'm a good fit for those seeking a compassionate listener to support their journey towards lasting change.

Approach

You’ve already taken an important step, and in session I hold a steady, compassionate rhythm that helps us notice patterns, name what matters, and try small, manageable changes. I see clients in San Antonio and online in English, keeping a predictable pace so work feels safe and doable. Sessions blend focused conversation with practical experiments between meetings to reduce anxiety, recover from hurts, and navigate life shifts while strengthening self-worth. This way of working tends to suit adults seeking clear, collaborative support for lasting change.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Career Issues

    Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

    A counselor licensed to provide professional mental health services including assessment and therapy.

Credentials

Registrations

Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

Licensed Professional Counselor

Qualifications

Texas State University

Service Areas

Virtual therapy

In-person & Online

San Antonio, Texas

United States