Marilou LCDC is a Licensed Counselor or Therapist practicing at a clinic in San Antonio, TX. She is a registered provider with The Texas Medical Board, adhering to the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act), and dedicated to delivering comprehensive Licensed Counseling or Therapy care. Marilou LCDC understands that Licensed Counselors and Therapists (LPCs, LCSWs, LMFTs) provide evidence-based psychotherapy to address emotional, social, and behavioral challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, working collaboratively with primary care physicians when appropriate, and are the ideal choice for individuals seeking talk therapy to improve their mental well-being. She serves all ages.
Marilou Weir, LCDC, is a counselor in San Antonio, TX, committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to care. She strives to create a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. Prospective patients should call (210) 521-4833 to confirm if she is currently accepting new patients. Marilou LCDC provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Marilou LCDC is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Please discuss your specific healthcare needs and goals during your consultation with Marilou LCDC.
By working together, you and Marilou LCDC can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Also Accepts These Carriers
- BestChoice PPO
- Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
- Open Choice PPO
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- SureFit Houston
As your primary healthcare provider, Marilou LCDC offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Difficulty Concentrating: A licensed counselor offers therapy to help you overcome difficulties with concentration, whether it's due to stress, anxiety, or other factors.
- Developmental Disorders: Developmental disorders can cause difficulties in daily living, but a therapist can teach valuable skills to navigate social situations, manage emotions, and enhance self-esteem.
- Dissociative Identity Disorder: Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is a condition where someone experiences a disruption in their identity, causing them to have two or more distinct personality states, and a therapist can help them integrate these parts of themselves.
- Affective Disorders, Psychotic: Psychotic symptoms can occur alongside mood disorders, causing significant distress; a licensed counselor uses therapy to help individuals understand and manage these challenges, improving their emotional well-being.
- Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders: If you're struggling with unexplained physical symptoms, memory gaps, or a feeling of detachment from yourself, you might have a dissociative, conversion, or factitious disorder; a therapist can provide support and coping strategies.
- Dyslexia: If dyslexia is impacting your mental healthleading to anxiety, depression, or low self-wortha counselor can provide talk therapy to help you navigate these feelings.
- Psychophysiological Insomnia: When worrying about sleep prevents you from sleeping, it's called psychophysiological insomnia, and a counselor can guide you through therapy to address the underlying anxieties and develop healthier sleep habits.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Marilou LCDC offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Psychoeducation: Your therapist might use psychoeducation to teach you coping skills and strategies for dealing with your symptoms.
- Treatment of Mood Disorders: Counseling for mood disorders focuses on identifying triggers, developing coping skills, and changing negative thought patterns to stabilize your mood.
- Counseling Services: Counseling services provide evidence-based treatments for various mental health concerns, such as grief, trauma, and behavioral problems, to help you navigate life's difficulties.
- Intensive Outpatient Treatment for Substance Abuse: If you're struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, intensive outpatient treatment offers a less intensive alternative to inpatient rehab, allowing you to maintain your daily life while receiving focused treatment.
- Deaf Counseling: Counseling services for deaf individuals offer talk therapy to help manage stress, improve coping skills, and achieve personal growth, tailored to their specific communication preferences.
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation: It's a program designed to help people recover from mental illness by teaching them coping mechanisms and improving their daily functioning.
- Eating Management: Eating management therapy helps you develop a more balanced and sustainable approach to food and nutrition, improving your overall well-being.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Marilou LCDC is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks, a patient found support and strategies to manage their difficulty concentrating. Working through therapy, they developed coping mechanisms to regain focus and productivity.
- By consistently practicing the coping mechanisms learned in therapy, a patient with developmental disorders gained greater confidence in social interactions and improved their emotional regulation. This newfound ability to navigate daily challenges positively impacted their overall well-being.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
Practice
5825 Callaghan Rd Ste 200, San Antonio, TX, 78228
Phone: (210) 521-4833
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Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Licensed Counseling or Therapy care with Marilou LCDC:
- What's the difference between a Counselor, a Psychologist, and a Psychiatrist?
- Marilou, a Licensed Clinical Counselor, provides talk therapy. Psychologists have doctorates and specialize in therapy and testing, while Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication. For most people seeking therapy, a counselor is a great starting point.
- What actually happens in a therapy session?
- A typical session is a safe, confidential conversation where you'll talk with Marilou about your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. She will listen without judgment, offer new perspectives, and help you develop coping skills and strategies to reach your goals. It's a collaborative process focused on you.
- My partner and I are struggling with communication. Is this something you can help with?
- Yes, improving communication is a core service in couples counseling. Marilou creates a safe space for partners to address challenges openly. She can help teach effective communication, navigate conflicts, and work towards rebuilding connection and understanding.
- How is family therapy different from individual therapy?
- Marilou's family therapy focuses on the family as a system, looking at the interactions and dynamics between members. Individual therapy, in contrast, focuses on one person's thoughts and feelings. The goal of family therapy is to improve family interactions, resolve conflicts, and enhance the overall functioning of the family unit.
- My work life is incredibly stressful. Is that a valid reason to seek counseling?
- Yes, significant work-related stress is a very common reason to seek counseling. Marilou can help you develop strategies for managing stress, setting healthy boundaries, improving your work-life balance, and preventing burnout.
- What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
- CBT is a common and effective type of talk therapy. Marilou helps clients identify, challenge, and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. It's a hands-on approach where clients learn practical skills to better manage issues like anxiety, stress, and depression.
- Do I have to have a major 'problem' to go to counseling?
- No. Marilou's practice welcomes people seeking counseling for a variety of reasons, including personal growth, relationship improvement, stress management, life transitions, and simply to gain perspective. It's a proactive step toward mental well-being.
- I'm dealing with a recent loss. Can counseling help with grief?
- Yes. Grief is a natural process, but sometimes it can be overwhelming. Marilou provides a compassionate space to process the complex emotions of loss, learn healthy coping mechanisms, and navigate the journey of grieving at your own pace.
5825 Callaghan Rd Ste 200
San Antonio TX 78228
Phone: (210) 521-4833
Marilou LCDC is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1265441372
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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