Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Years in practice
- 29
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About San
San Juanita Diaz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 29 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people who are coping with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and big life changes. She also supports those facing caregiving strain, chronic illness, grief, and recovery from trauma and abuse.
Diaz uses a straightforward, person-centered approach in sessions. She listens first, then helps set practical goals that match a person's values and strengths.
Background and approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused techniques are used when they fit the situation to identify patterns and try small, doable changes. Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master of Science in Counseling and Guidance. She has worked across many settings, including nursing homes, outpatient clinics, vocational training programs, women’s shelters, and substance use programs.
She also spent 15 years providing counseling services connected to Child Protective Services. In appointments she leans on clear communication and steady support. Sessions often focus on managing symptoms, improving day-to-day coping, and strengthening how people relate to themselves.
Practical tools, short-term strategies, and value-based planning are commonly part of the work. People who choose Diaz usually want a calm, experienced counselor who keeps talks focused and action-oriented. The goal is to reduce overwhelming feelings, regain control over reactions like anger, and make realistic steps toward the life someone wants.
What San works with
Everything San lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in San's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Domestic violence
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Hearing impaired
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Self-love
- Visually impaired
- Women's issues
Approaches San lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, listening relationship. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what’s said, and helps people uncover their own solutions. This approach is useful for improving self-understanding and repairing how someone relates to themselves and others.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and tests small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and anger. CBT is often used for specific skills such as managing strong emotions or changing reactions to stress.
Solution-Focused Therapy is short-term and goal-oriented. It highlights strengths and past successes to create small, attainable steps forward. This method is often chosen when someone wants practical progress on a particular problem in a limited number of sessions.
Finding the best approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences, then try methods that fit. Plans can be adjusted over time based on what works and what doesn’t.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face interaction, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging works for quick check-ins or notes between sessions. These options make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life and to continue progress from different locations.
Questions people ask about San
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma and related issues such as caregiving strain, chronic illness, and addiction concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She listens closely, sets clear goals, and uses CBT or solution-focused techniques when helpful.
What is her professional background?
She holds a Master of Science in Counseling and Guidance and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, with 29 years of counseling experience across many service settings.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, in Texas and practices with that credential within the state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.