Dulce Hernandez, PsyD, LMFT

PsyD, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (she, her)

My goal as a Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is to create a safe, affirming and collaborative space for individuals, couples and families to explore the complexities of life. Therapy can be a daunting experience; therefore, I like to meet people where they are at in their therapy journey. I work from a social justice, multicultural, collaborative, strength-based and relational perspective. I also incorporate humor, mindfulness, coping strategies, cultural humility and highlight individual’s strengths in session.

  • Appointments: Telehealth only
  • Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
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My goal as a Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is to create a safe, affirming and collaborative space for individuals, couples and families to explore the complexities of life. Therapy can be a daunting experience; therefore, I like to meet people where they are at in their therapy journey. I work from a social justice, multicultural, collaborative, strength-based and relational perspective. I also incorporate humor, mindfulness, coping strategies, cultural humility and highlight individual’s strengths in session.

Credentials

Education

Attended Our Lady of the Lake University , Psy.D. , Graduated 2021

Personal Interests

I was born and raised in the Bay Area, CA and moved to San Antonio, TX as a teen. In San Antonio I completed my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU). I continued my education at OLLU and earned my master’s degree and doctorate degree in counseling psychology, both with an emphasis in providing psychological services to Spanish speaking populations. I then did my APA-Accredited, pre-doctoral internship at California State University, Northridge, University Counseling Services. As a Latina who grew up in California, Texas, and Mexico, I have learned the importance of embracing individuals intersecting identities. I approach individuals with curiosity, respect and cultural humility. My own experiences along with my academic/professional training at university counseling centers, community mental health clinics, shelters, and non-profit organizations have led to create fundamental skills to serve a diverse group of individuals.

For fun I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, being outdoors and traveling.

In-network and Self Pay

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Employers Health Network
  • Medicare
  • Partners Direct Health
  • Sana Benefits
  • Seton Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialities

Women's Issues, Cultural Issues, Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Academic Issues
  • Aging
  • Anxiety
  • Conflict with Friends
  • Cultural Identity / Acculturation Stress
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity
  • Gender Identity (LGBTQ)
  • Life Transitions
  • Loss or Grief
  • Mood Swings
  • Not Happy or Satisfied with life
  • Open Relationship / Polyamory
  • Perfectionism
  • Procrastination
  • Racial Identity
  • Racial Trauma
  • Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Identity
  • Sexual Identity (LGBTQ)
  • Social Isolation / Loneliness
  • Stress / Burnout
  • Trauma / PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Systems Approach

Locations

San Antonio Office

location_on17806 Interstate Highway 10
Suite 312 and Suite 314
San Antonio, Texas 78257
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Client Focus

  • Age Groups Served: Adults, Older Adults (65+)
  • Participant Types: Individuals
  • Language Spoken: English, Spanish

As a Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to create a safe, affirming, and collaborative space for individuals, couples, and families to navigate life’s complexities. I meet clients where they are, drawing from a social justice, multicultural, and strength-based lens—while integrating humor, mindfulness, and cultural humility to support meaningful growth.