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Therapist In San Antonio, Texas

Ted Thao

Your Partner in Mental Health and Emotional Wellness

Hello, I'm Ted Thao, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Gloria Mann and second-generation Asian American therapist based in San Antonio, Texas. I'm passionate about creating authentic, culturally-informed therapy experiences that honor your unique story and journey toward healing.

Credentials & Specializations:

  • M.S., NCC, LPC Associate (Supervised by Gloria Mann LPC-S)

  • Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor-Intern

  • EMDR Trained Therapist

  • Certified Trauma Professional

  • Top Mental Health Professional 2025

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​My Approach to Therapy: From Surviving to Thriving

I believe that healing begins when we honor the full spectrum of our emotional experience. You can feel two opposing emotions simultaneously—joy and sadness, hope and fear—and both can hold truth and value. My role as your therapist is to help you understand, accept, and work with these emotions rather than against them.

Without understanding our feelings, we often find ourselves stuck in patterns of suffering. Together, we'll create a safe space where you can move beyond mere survival and begin truly thriving.

Creating Safe, Inclusive Space for All Backgrounds

As a second-generation Asian American therapist, I understand the unique challenges of navigating multiple cultures, honoring family expectations while pursuing personal authenticity, and finding your voice in spaces where you may feel unseen. I weave these connections together to create therapy that feels culturally relevant and deeply personal to you.

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Who I Help: Specialized Therapy Services in San Antonio

I have extensive experience working with diverse communities and individuals facing various mental health challenges:

Communities I Serve:

  • First and second-generation immigrants and migrants

  • Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities

  • Veterans and military families

  • First responders and emergency service personnel

  • LGBTQ+ individuals

  • Young adults and professionals

  • Wrongfully accused individuals

Conditions I Treat:

  • Trauma & PTSD: Complex trauma, childhood trauma, single-incident trauma

  • Anxiety Disorders: Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks

  • Depression: Major depression, persistent depressive disorder

  • Substance Abuse & Addiction: Alcohol, drugs, behavioral addictions

  • Identity & Self-Esteem Issues: Cultural identity struggles, low self-worth

  • ADHD: Executive function challenges, focus and organization

  • Grief & Loss: Processing bereavement and life transitions

  • Perfectionism: Breaking free from unrealistic standards

  • Intergenerational Trauma: Healing family patterns

Your Story Matters

Whether you're struggling with anxiety that keeps you up at night, navigating the complexities of cultural identity, healing from past trauma, or seeking support through addiction recovery—you deserve a therapist who truly sees you.

Your experiences are valid. Your emotions make sense. And you don't have to carry everything alone.

Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

Let's take the first step together. I offer therapy sessions in San Antonio and throughout Texas via secure telehealth.

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