Martin V. Bendernagel

At Advocate Counseling SA, we understand that many people are experiencing pain and suffering, either within themselves or in their relationships. Our goal is not only to alleviate this suffering, but also to promote mental, spiritual, and physical well-being in our clients. We strive to facilitate healing and promote healthy attitudes and behaviors that will enable our clients to thrive.

We offer counseling services to individuals, couples, and families, and work with clients of all ages, including adolescents and children. Our services are based on a Christian worldview, and we integrate traditional counseling approaches with Christian spirituality. We respect the beliefs of all our clients and strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.

Services Provided

At Advocate Counseling SA, we provide a range of counseling services to help our clients achieve their goals and overcome the challenges they are facing. Our services include:

• Marriage, Couple, and Relationship Counseling: We provide counseling services to help couples and families build stronger, healthier relationships. Our goal is to help our clients communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and build trust and intimacy.
• EMDR Therapy for Trauma/PTSD: We offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy to help clients heal from traumatic experiences and overcome PTSD. EMDR is a highly effective therapy that has been shown to help clients reduce symptoms of PTSD and other trauma-related disorders.
• Self Help Activities & Links: We provide a range of self-help resources and links to help our clients learn new skills and strategies for managing their mental health. These resources include articles, books, and online tools to help clients build resilience and improve their well-being.
• Online Counseling: We offer online counseling services to make it easier for our clients to access the support they need. Our online counseling services are secure and confidential, and provide a convenient and flexible option for clients who may not be able to attend in-person sessions.

Common Problems We Address

At Advocate Counseling SA, we work with clients who are facing a wide range of challenges and issues. Some of the common problems we address include:

• Relationship problems with spouses or significant others
• Child behavior problems
• Depression and anxiety
• Grief and loss
• Past trauma
• Addictions
• Problems adjusting to life changes

Our Approach

At Advocate Counseling SA, we believe that healing and growth come from a collaborative and supportive relationship between the client and therapist. We work with our clients to establish SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-Limited) goals and work together to accomplish these goals. We see ourselves as companions who walk with our clients on their journey towards healing and self-sufficiency.

We practice counseling from a Christian worldview and strive to integrate traditional counseling approaches with Christian spirituality. We respect the beliefs of all our clients and work with them to develop a personalized treatment plan that meets their unique needs and goals.

Our Team

Advocate Counseling SA is led by Martin V. Bendernagel, LPC, LCDC, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. Martin has a wealth of experience in individual, couple, and family therapy and is committed to providing compassionate and effective counseling services to clients in San Antonio, Texas.