Our Clinicians
Our Mission
Our team of therapists aims to provide the best care to each client that we see at Monarch Behavioral Health. We believe that the client’s evaluation and treatment plan should be unique. Our services are individualized and provided by professionals with extensive training and experience. Each clinician has a unique style and set of skills they bring into the room. It is important that you feel safe and connected with your therapist!
Meet the Team
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Dr. Amanda Sharp Cogorno, PhD.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Founder and Owner
Specialty: Psychological Testing, Business Consultation
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Juliana Guadamuz, M.A., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ages: 13 & up
Specialties: ACT, CBT, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), OCD, Trauma
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Bonnie Valles, MSW, LMSW, LCDC, Pre-Doctoral Fellow
Licensed Master Social Worker
Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 15 & up
Specialties: EMDR, Trauma, Substance Use, LGBTQA+
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Janelle Whitener, M.A., LMFT, LCDC-I
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Chemical Dependency-I
Ages: 18-50
Specialties: Person-Centered Therapy, ACT, Life changes, LGBTQ+, Trauma, Mood Disorders, Self-Harm -
Dr. Karen Yanez, Psy.D., PLP, Post Doctoral Fellow
Provisionally Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor
Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp Cogorno, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 13-29
Specialties: Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, Parent Training, Identity Exploration, Perfectionism, Familial Relationship Issues
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Adriana Robles, M.S., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ages: 13-35
Specialties: CBT, DBT, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Gender Dysphoria, ASD
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Dr. JoAnna McBride-Fleming, Psy.D., Post Doctoral Fellow
Post Doctoral Fellow, Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp Cogorno, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 18 & up
Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Relational & Transitional Difficulties, Psychological Testing
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Melody Ramos, M.A., Pre Doctoral Fellow
Pre Doctoral Fellow, Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 10 & Up
Specialties: Academic Stress, Behavioral Challenges, Emotional Regulation, Psychological Testing
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Sasha Pinson-Hamilton, LPC, Doctoral Student
Licensed Professional Counselor, Doctoral Student, Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 8 & up
Specialties: Complex Trauma, LGBTQ+, Depression, Anxiety, Domestic Violence, Psychological Testing
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Aaron Rodriguez, M.A., LMFT-A
Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor Associate, Supervised by Jessica Simmons, Ph.D., LMFT-S
Ages: 15 and up
Specialties: Gottman Method, Couples, Co-Parenting, Families, Adjustment, Divorce
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Hope Risher, M.A., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ages: 13-35
Specialties: CBT, ACT, Adjustment Concerns, Eating Disorders, Body Image Issues, Stress Management
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Jeremy Cruz, M.A., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ages: 11 & up
Specialties: CBT, Adjustment Concerns, Mood Disorders, Work-Related Problems, Stress Management
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Dr. Faith Rains, Ph.D., LPC, Post Doctoral Fellow
Licensed Professional Counselor, Post Doctoral Fellow, Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp Cogorno, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 18 & up
Specialties: CBT, DBT, life adjustment, separation, identity exploration, familial relationships, trauma, Psychologial Testing
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Stacey Carlton, M.Ed., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ages: 3 & up
Specialties: Play Therapy, Attachment-Focused, Adjustment Concerns, Parenting Support
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Julia Best, MSW, LMSW
Licensed Master Social Worker
Ages: 18-70
Specialties: CBT, EMDR, Parenting Support, Trauma, Women’s Issues, Perinatal and Postpartum
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Ana Ezeta, M.S., LMFT-A
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Supervised by Dr Claire Louka, LMFT-S
Ages: 5 & Up
Specialties: Play Therapy, Loss/Grief Therapy, Child & Teen Therapy, Domestic Violence
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Brittany Sanchez, M.A., LPC-Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Supervised by Dr. Laurie Hightower, Ph.D., LPC-S
Ages: 13-Early Adulthood
Specialties: Adjustment Concerns, Mood Disorders, Trauma, Women’s Issues, Relationship Issues, Boundary setting
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Ryan Ybarra, M.A., LPC - Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Supervised by Geetanjally Yadav, LPC-S, NCC
Ages: 25 & up
Specialties: CBT, Grief, Complex Post Trauma Healing, Identity Development, Conflict Management, individuals, families, and couples
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Bianca Trujilio, M.S., LMFTA, Pre Doctoral Fellow
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Supervised by Dr. Claire Louka, LMFT-S
Ages: 5 & upSpecialties: Grief/Bereavement, Domestic Violence, Child and Teen Therapy
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Diandra Palacio, M.S., LPC, MT-BC, LCDC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified Music Therapist
Ages: 10 & upSpecialties: Music Therapy, RCT, Substance Use Disorders, Relational Dynamics
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Lexi Le Blanc, LPC-Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate,
Ages: 13 - 32
Specialties: Art Therapy, DBT, ACT, ADHD, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Depression/Anxiety Treatment, Perfectionism, Substance Use, Emotion Regulation
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Kat Reid, B.A., Psychometrist
Psychometrist, Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp Cogorno, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 6 & up
Specialties: Psychological Testing
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Makenna Hanssen, M.S., Psychometrist
Psychometrist, Supervised by Dr. Amanda Sharp Cogorno, Licensed Psychologist
Ages: 6 & up
Specialties: Psychological Testing
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Jordan Hawkins, Student
Counseling Practicum Student
Ages: 13-30
Specialties: Change & Adjustment, Self-Esteem, Emotional Regulation, Work/School Stress, Student-Athletes
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Our Support Team
Begin Counseling in San Antonio, TX
Life can be challenging at times, but working with a supportive therapist can help you reclaim your life. Our team would be honored to support you on your mental health journey. To begin counseling in San Antonio, TX, please Contact our therapy office