Dennis Santana, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist

Approach & Availability
Clinical Focus:
Anxiety, Depression, Attention Issues, Aging, Life Transitions.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Age Groups:
Adults
Modality:
Telehealth
Insurance:
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare/Optum, Oscar
Currently at Capacity
About
Dr. Dennis Santana is a licensed psychologist who provides individual therapy for adults online across Texas. His clinical background spans multiple levels of care, including community clinics, healthcare settings, nursing homes, and crisis intervention services, where he has worked with patients facing a wide range of emotional and functional challenges.
His work focuses on anxiety, depression, chronic stress, burnout, and attention-related difficulties that interfere with daily functioning, organization, and relationships. He also has specialized training in geropsychology, allowing him to work effectively with older adults navigating health changes, aging, loss, and caregiving responsibilities.
Born in Puerto Rico, Dr. Santana provides therapy in English and Spanish. His international background informs his attention to cultural context, family history, and the practical realities that shape a patient’s life and symptoms, particularly when distress is tied to responsibility, roles, instability, or long-standing adjustment demands.
Whom They Work With
Adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, or burnout;
Individuals with attention or organizational difficulties affecting daily life and relationships;
Older adults facing health changes, loss, caregiving stress, or aging-related concerns;
Spanish-speaking and bilingual individuals seeking therapy in English, Spanish, or both.
Credentials & Background
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology;
Specialized training in Gerontology and the care of older adults;
Experience in crisis intervention and a wide range of clinical settings.
Some of Their Papers, Articles, Scientific Presentations, and Reflections
Dennis Santana, Ph.D. provides individual therapy for adults throughout Texas via telehealth. His work focuses on anxiety, depression, attention related difficulties, adjustment to stress and life transitions, and concerns related to aging. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Licensed with the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council/Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (Texas License #38131). To verify a license, click here.
