Esmeralda Cardenas
Licensed Professional Counselor
About
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health specialist who entered this work through both professional training and personal refining. After experiencing postpartum anxiety and depression, I came to understand in a deeper way how intimately God meets us in seasons of vulnerability. That journey shaped not only my motherhood, but also my calling to walk alongside parents navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional transitions of family life.
One of the scriptures that anchors my work is Psalm 139. The reminder that we are “fearfully and wonderfully made” and fully known by God speaks directly to the heart of therapy. Many clients come in feeling ashamed, misunderstood, disconnected from themselves, or their relationships—including God. Psalm 139 reflects the truth that they are already known, already seen, and already valued by their Creator, even in struggle. It also reminds us that God is present in every place we find ourselves, including anxiety, grief, doubt, and exhaustion.
In counseling, I integrate Biblical principles with evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and attachment-informed care. For clients who desire faith integration, we may incorporate prayer, reflection on Scripture, and spiritual grounding practices alongside practical tools for emotional regulation, thought reframing, and relational growth. My aim is to create a space where clinical excellence and Christian faith work together—supporting mothers and fathers in healing, growth, and faithful stewardship of the lives entrusted to them.
Provider details
Clinician's Sex/Gender
Handicap Accessible
Cities
- Helotes
- San Antonio
- Austin
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
Counties
- Bexar
- Travis County
- Hays
ZIPs
- 78023
- 78249
Teleheath
Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth
- TX
Psychosocial Evaluations (Non-psychologist psychotherapists)
- 60 min
Individual Sessions
- 50-60 min
Other Sessions
- Couples Sessions
- Telehealth
Legal/Court Forensic Evaluations
- Other
Legal/Court Forensic Evaluations Other
Psychological Testing
Ages
- Adult (18-70)
Special Populations
- Pregnant
- Other
Talk Therapies
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Eclectic
- Mindfulness
Strengths
- Pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum
Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement
Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position
Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?
- Patient led approach
- Clinician led approach
How direct is your approach with patients?
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient
Cost Per Session
50-60 min 175
Payment Methods Accepted
- Cash
- Credit Card
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Blue Cross
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Optum
Do you accept payment plans
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
Educational History
- School:The University of Texas at San Antonio
- Degree:Masters Degree
Years In Practice
License Numbers
- Name:State License
- Number:71039
- State:
- TX
Professional Associations
- AACC
- Other