9650 Datapoint Drive, Suite 107 
San Antonio, Texas 78229

Phone: 210-872-4751      
E-mail: rosabena@att.net

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Practicing "Mind Over Anger"

If you've decided that you want and need to take charge of your anger, you are already motivated.  Combine your motivation with skills you can practice and you're on your way to the positive changes that you want and that the people who care about you want. Many are surprised that in just a few sessions they and others can see and appreciate the difference this work brings.

My approach, primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is brief and effective. I work  with my clients toward an awareness of their strengths and wisdom,  then we discover what actions and changes can be started toward the very important goal of leading an emotionally  healthier  life.

Along with Anger, other of my interests include  Post-Traumatic Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and challenges of vision loss.  All of these struggles involve relationship problems, so that is most often also included in the work we do. My clients are people of all ages and personality types and I'm happy about that because I know that diversity enriches our existence.

Currently I am also seeing military people who prefer to use my discounted  fee rather than their insurance. This lower rate is available to military or veterans and allows for complete confidentiality and freedom to meet once weekly or more often, if needed. 


Background and Experience

B.A., State University of New York at New Paltz, 3.7 GPA
M. A., University of Texas at San Antonio, 3.9 GPA
Texas Licensed Professional Counselor


I have been practicing psychotherapy for over eight years, seeing individuals, families, and couples who are in therapy for various reasons.  Many are struggling with anger and/or depression and the resultant damage to their self-regard and to their relationships.

Before starting my private practice five years ago, I worked as a therapist at a counseling center that specializes in families with at-risk children and adolescents.  While I was there I met and worked with hundreds of wonderful kids and their families. 

Because of my interest in disabilities, I have presented on the subjects of Learning Disabilities, Vision Loss, on the use of Brief, Solution-Focused Therapy, and on Counseling Ethics.

As a Mexican-American woman who is legally blind, I am increasingly appreciative of San Antonio's  diverse and disabilities communities.  Clients I work with cover a wide range demographically, but all share the amazing human capacity for growth, creativity, and healthy change.

Professional and Community Affiliations

American Counseling Association
American Rehabilitation Counseling Association
American Mental Health Counselors Association
Alamo Council of the Blind, Past President