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Patricia J. Harris

Councelor/Therapist

Dr. Patricia Harris is an Addiction Medicine Physician in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Harris evaluates patients using many different procedures, in order to determine what treatments must be carried out in order to properly assess their symptoms. Addiction Medicine Physicians provide medical care in addition to consultation for each patient and their families.
Patricia J. Harris
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Accepting new patients

Is depression a serious condition?

Depression can be a serious condition depending on the level (mild, moderate, severe). Medication, therapy, or both are the common treatments for depression. Many people recover READ MORE
Depression can be a serious condition depending on the level (mild, moderate, severe). Medication, therapy, or both are the common treatments for depression. Many people recover from depression and some need regular maintenance to prevent relapse. Each case is different.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris | MA, LPC

Is marriage counseling worthwhile soon after getting married?

Great question! Marriage counseling can be helpful during any stage of the relationship. Many people get counseling before marriage; however, it can be just as effective during READ MORE
Great question! Marriage counseling can be helpful during any stage of the relationship. Many people get counseling before marriage; however, it can be just as effective during the relationship as challenges occur.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris | MA, LPC

Can a couple attend anger counseling together?

Hello and thank you for your question, Anger management is a skill that can be learned in a group setting or individual therapy. To address the communication between you and READ MORE
Hello and thank you for your question,

Anger management is a skill that can be learned in a group setting or individual therapy. To address the communication between you and your spouse couples therapy can be used or you both can engage in individual therapy to work through issues. If the anger is present in relationships outside the marriage, it is possible that you both may benefit from individual therapy.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris | MA, LPC

Should I see a psychologist for my nightmares?

Good morning, Seeing a counselor to process these night terrors may help with them. Counseling may not prevent you from having night terrors, but can help with the negative READ MORE
Good morning,

Seeing a counselor to process these night terrors may help with them. Counseling may not prevent you from having night terrors, but can help with the negative reaction to them if there is one.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris | MA, LPC

Why does my sister get so angry at times?

Hello, Anger can be a symptom of depression. If the medication is not working, maybe your sister should consult with her physician to try a different dosage or different medication. READ MORE
Hello,

Anger can be a symptom of depression. If the medication is not working, maybe your sister should consult with her physician to try a different dosage or different medication. Psychotherapy may help identify the core conflict that triggers the anger, and psychotherapy in conjunction with medication is effective for many people.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris | MA, LPC

Do my partner and I need relationship counseling?

Relationship counseling can very helpful when things become problematic and difficult to work through. Couples therapy is a great way to learn valuable communication skills to READ MORE
Relationship counseling can very helpful when things become problematic and difficult to work through. Couples therapy is a great way to learn valuable communication skills to decrease frequency and intensity of verbal altercations.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris | MA, LPC

Should my friend go to therapy after father's death?

Hi,

Yes, grief counseling can be very effective for those struggling with the loss of a loved one.

Thank you,

Patricia Harris, MA, LPC