Prove your humanity


We’re living in challenging times, and as the new year approaches, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The pressures of daily life, personal struggles, and unresolved experiences can weigh heavily, often impacting our mental and emotional well-being. Therapy can be an important step in a self-healing journey, providing the tools and support needed to navigate these difficulties.

With a mission grounded in empathy and understanding, Internal Insights Therapy, based in San Antonio, helps individuals on their self-healing journey, supporting them as they reconnect with their inner strength and authenticity. 

Through psychotherapy, the practice provides a compassionate, trauma-informed space where clients can explore the hidden parts of themselves, fostering growth, resilience, and authentic self-expression. Internal Insights Therapy is dedicated to empowering clients to thrive, not just survive, offering the support and tools needed to embrace their true selves.

At the heart of Internal Insights Therapy is Ted Thao, M.S., NCC, LPC Associate, Supervised by Gloria Mann, a second-generation Asian American therapist dedicated to fostering authenticity and well-being in his sessions. 

As a trauma-focused therapist, Ted brings extensive experience working with diverse communities and has helped individuals address a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, identity struggles, PTSD, complex trauma, substance abuse, and grief. With trauma-based therapy, Ted creates a supportive environment where clients can build resilience, heal from past experiences, and move forward with clarity and purpose

Ted Thao of Internal Insights Therapy

“At Internal Insights Therapy, our mission is to guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery by unveiling the hidden worlds within them. Through psychotherapy, we empower people to explore their internal insights, fostering authenticity and self-expression. We specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma, providing them with the tools to not only survive but thrive. Our goal is to enable clients to embrace their true selves and share their authenticity with the world and the people they love.”

Internal Insights Therapy’s guiding values shape every aspect of care:

Authenticity – We believe in the power of being true to ourselves and encourage our clients to express their genuine selves.
Self-Discovery – We value the process of uncovering the hidden aspects of our clients’ identities, leading to personal growth and empowerment.
Trauma-Informed Care – We specialize in working with trauma survivors, providing a safe and supportive space for healing and fostering resilience.
Empowerment – Our goal is to provide tools and support that allow individuals to advocate for themselves and thrive in their personal lives.
Community – We recognize the impact of community on individual identity and aim to create spaces where clients feel seen, heard, and supported.
Compassion – We offer therapy with empathy and understanding, fostering a safe environment for healing and transformation.

Each session provides a secure environment for clients to reveal, process, and honor their unique stories. Guided by core values of authenticity, self-discovery, and empowerment, the practice believes in the power of being true to oneself and encourages clients to find and share their genuine selves with the world.

Whether you prefer in-person sessions in San Antonio or virtual sessions via telehealth for residents across Texas, Internal Insights Therapy offers flexibility to meet your needs. With the guidance of a compassionate therapist, you can begin to understand your emotions, process past experiences, and build resilience. Begin your journey of healing and self-discovery and email Ted Thao at ted.thao@internalinsightstherapy.com to schedule a 15-minute consultation call.