Annika De Anda
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LCDC-I
In-Person in San Antonio, TX 78228
Online in Texas
Annika provides a safe and supportive space for healing and personal growth. Her professional background includes working in dual diagnosis treatment facilities, where she supported individuals dealing with both substance use and mental health disorders. She has a background in treating children and adolescents in several school districts. She brings experience in crisis assessment, trauma-informed care, group therapy, family support, and the therapeutic benefits of horticulture.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian, Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: I integrate EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, and polyvagal approaches to support healing and growth. These evidence-based modalities help clients process trauma, regulate emotions, and build healthier coping skills. Together, we'll find the approach that best fits your needs and supports lasting change.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $75
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I accept Aetna, BCBS, and Cigna. Sliding Scales available to make counseling affordable.
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield , Cigna
Education & Credentials
Annika De Anda Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LCDC-I
- Female
- License # 96270
- Licensed in Texas
- Practicing Since 2024
Education: Attended Then University of Texas at San Antonio , Clinical Mental Health Counseling/ Master's in Science, Graduated 2023
Annika De Anda Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in San Antonio, TX 78228
- Available Online for residents of Texas
Annika is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a powerful method used to help clients process and heal from trauma. Her therapeutic approach is flexible and individualized, drawing from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, guided by the unique needs and goals of each client. Annika is committed to ongoing professional development and continues to expand her clinical knowledge to provide holistic and compassionate care. Annika is currently taking clients ages 17 and up as they reclaim their strength and rediscover meaning in their lives.