Ramona Leonards , LPC

Ramona Leonards, LPC, brings three decades of experience in community mental health work in San Antonio to her practice. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, she has supported children, adolescents, young adults, and adults, often working in nonprofit settings that serve under-resourced populations. Over the years she has guided people through a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, OCD, ADHD, gender identity and LGBTQ issues, physical trauma, and emotional abuse. She has also assisted individuals on the Autism spectrum as they navigate the transition to adulthood and greater independence.

Her clinical style is described as warm and interactive, rooted in respect and compassion. She prioritizes the whole person over diagnostic labels and adapts conversation and treatment planning to each client’s unique needs. Drawing on cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive methods, she tailors interventions and goals to practical life challenges. Seeking help can feel difficult, and Ramona meets that courage with partnership and support. She works collaboratively with clients to clarify life goals, strengthen coping, and foster a greater sense of empowerment and forward momentum.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, helping clients explore their values and goals while the therapist follows their lead to promote self-awareness and personal growth - it is useful for clients seeking a supportive, nonjudgmental space to work through life transitions and identity concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses - it is effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with everyday challenges.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps clients identify and reshape emotional responses within relationships, improving connection and communication - it is helpful for couples and individuals dealing with attachment, grief, and relationship distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ramona works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best suit their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines techniques as needed and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to engage in therapy from home or while managing busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into daily life, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each person.