Experienced Care Built Around the Individual
Depression Treatment Clinic of San Antonio provides professional mental health services for individuals seeking personalized support in San Antonio, TX. Led by Dr. Gary Penny, who has 34 years of experience, the practice focuses on understanding each patient's concerns and developing care around individual needs. To learn more about our approach, call (210) 616-0999.
ABOUT Dr. Penny
ABOUT Dr. Penny
Gary L. Penny, MD, is the Executive Director of the Depression Treatment Clinic of San Antonio.
Dr. Penny is a nationally published author of several professional articles in several scientific and medical areas, including anesthesiology, forensic psychiatry, and psychopharmacology.
Dr. Penny serves as an adjunct professor at Austin College, providing education at the undergraduate level.
Dr. Penny received his undergraduate education at Austin College, where he graduated with high honors in 1987. Thereafter, he spent one year in the Graduate Program in the Department of Biology at the University of North Texas, where he studied neurobiology and neural network dynamics. These studies involved research on mechanical designs for a support network for a developing biological computer.
His medical training was at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Medical School, where he was awarded his medical degree in 1992. Dr. Penny did his residency in psychiatry with primary care training in internal medicine. Dr. Penny received the Resident of the Year award during his sophomore year. He also received the "I Make A Difference” award in 1994, which is given by the Bexar County Hospital District from patient nominations.
He completed his training in 1996.
Upon entering private practice in July 1996, following the retirement of Dr. Saul Rosenthal, Dr. Penny directed the Depression Treatment Clinic of San Antonio as well as the Sexual Therapy Clinic of San Antonio, which celebrated its 52nd anniversary in 2026, offering San Antonio and surrounding areas a comprehensive approach to psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Penny is active in community education, including frequent interviews by local as well as neighboring media, including television, radio, and print. Several times a year, Dr. Penny is asked to be a guest speaker for self-help groups and community service organizations in and around San Antonio. Dr. Penny is also invited to speak by the pharmaceutical industry and hospital organizations to his medical colleagues in both the psychiatric and primary care fields to help them gain a better understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric disorders.
His goal is to help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness through education and provide state-of-the-art treatment to his patients
The Depression Treatment Clinic of San Antonio
The Depression Treatment Clinic of San Antonio was founded in 1974 by Dr. Saul Rosenthal. In 1996, upon completion of his residency in general adult psychiatry at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Gary Penny, MD, took over the practice. Dr. Gary Penny has over 30 years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of various mental health diagnoses.
Dr. Penny provides treatment for most mental health diagnoses, including mood disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and sleep issues. Each appointment includes psychopharmacology as well as supportive psychotherapy as part of a comprehensive evaluation and care. Emphasizing quality over quantity, appointments are individualized to patient needs.
Our practice provides services to individuals beginning at age 16. Care for patients under 16 years old is available to the children of established patients.
Our practice strives to integrate psychiatric needs with general medical needs, always remembering that mind & body are one.
The practice does not provide treatment for substance abuse disorders or intensive psychotherapy.
Patients are seen in person by appointment only in a relaxed outpatient setting. All services at our clinic are provided by Dr. Penny only. Appointments are available Monday through Friday.
For appointment times and fees, please contact our office. Monday through Thursday 10 - 4:30 PM and Friday from 10 AM to noon. We are located in the Medical Center of San Antonio at
Ashford Oaks
8122 Datapoint, Suite 805
San Antonio, TX 78229
Parking at Ashford Oaks is free.
Our practice does not file insurance but will provide a receipt for services with the appropriate diagnosis and treatment codes so the patient may file for reimbursement.
We accept payment in the form of cash, check, or money order.
A Patient-Centered Approach
Mental health care should begin with listening. Every person's symptoms, experiences, goals, and circumstances are different. For this reason, the practice emphasizes individualized evaluation and care rather than applying a standard approach to every patient.
The purpose of an initial conversation is to understand what is bringing you to the practice and determine what type of professional support may be appropriate.
Dr. Gary Penny's Experience
With 34 years of experience, Dr. Gary Penny offers an established background in mental health care. This experience supports a thoughtful approach to evaluation, diagnosis, psychiatric care, medication management, and determining when additional professional services may be beneficial.
Experience is important, but so is the ability to understand the individual sitting across from you. The practice combines professional knowledge with personalized attention.
Understanding Your Concerns
Depression and other mental health concerns can influence many areas of life. Changes in motivation, mood, sleep, concentration, relationships, or daily functioning may create challenges that are difficult to manage alone.
Professional evaluation creates an opportunity to discuss these concerns openly and determine whether depression or another mental health issue may be contributing to what you are experiencing.
Individualized Treatment Planning
There is no single treatment path that works for every person. Depending on the evaluation and individual circumstances, care may include counseling, psychiatric services, medication management, or another appropriate approach.
Individualized care plans allow the practice to focus on the patient's specific needs rather than relying on a predetermined treatment model.
Professional Guidance and Referrals
Not every mental health concern is best addressed by the same provider. When another mental health professional or specialty service is more appropriate, referrals may be recommended.
Appropriate referrals can help patients connect with additional resources while keeping their individual needs at the center of the process.
A Private Practice Environment
As a private practice, the focus remains on individualized professional care and the relationship between the patient and provider. Patients can discuss their concerns in a professional setting designed around their care needs.
Begin a Conversation
Taking the first step can be difficult, especially when you are uncertain about what type of support you need. You do not have to determine the right treatment before contacting the practice.
Call
(210) 616-0999 to discuss your concerns and learn about available mental health services.
Call (210) 616-0999 to learn more about our approach to personalized mental health care.