Emotionally Focused Therapists in 43017

Welcome! I am Dr. Don Allen. I have a concierge practice and have formally opened my Austin, Texas office! I currently specialize in the treatment of Marriage and Emotional Trauma. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified EFT Therapist and EMDR Certified Therapist. Prior to 2012, I specialized in the treatment of Children and Adolescents and Drug and Alcohol Intervention. Please visit my website to get to know me, learn more about my practice, see videos and listen to my live radio broadcasts. Looking forward!

Being a parent of a struggling adolescent or young adult can be one of the most isolating and painful experiences of your life. Is your young person refusing to attend school, isolating in their bedroom, slamming the door in your face all while yelling “you don’t understand me!”? Our young people are struggling to make their way in this world and often the mental health system has not been helpful or addressed the very real stress and pain this puts on the entire family system. My experience in hospital settings supporting families in crisis and work within the school system has uniquely prepared me to support you on this journey.

I believe in developing a unique and trusting relationship with each individual client enabling me to work collaboratively with those involved. I strive to create new experiences for both couples and families during sessions; this is one of the core antidotes to long-term success once therapy is successfully completed. I work with couples to help identify their strengths and areas of growth as it relates to their spousal relationship, as well as their co-parenting relationship, which are central to the assessment and treatment process. This multi-systemic approach to therapy significantly increases success and overarching treatment goals.

Feeling overwhelmed by life's complexities? Whether you're dealing with major challenges or a series of smaller issues piling up, it might seem insurmountable. You might feel sadness, anger, or despair, impacting your choices and responsibilities. You are not alone. I can help you feel heard and together, we can develop tools to manage life's difficulties and empower you towards positive change.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, identity, relationships, and other issues. Being vulnerable about our struggles can be incredibly difficult. My goal is to empower my clients to lean into that vulnerability so we can function together as a team to work through them. I strive to create a non-judgmental and compassionate space where individuals from all backgrounds can feel seen and heard. In my practice, I pair a person-centered, strength-based focus with cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed approaches.

Struggling with your mental health can feel lonely, confusing, and often times overwhelming. I offer a space where people can bring their most authentic self and find healing. If you are suffering and ready to seek support and growth, I would be honored to walk with you through your current circumstances with the goal of seeking relief. I provide confidential counseling to adults, adolescents, and children ages 10+. My focus includes anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, behavioral concerns, relationship distress, and other personal issues.

My favorite part of therapy is seeing people rediscover their joy! Do you find yourself saying about your partner that you 'love them' but don't 'enjoy them'? Have you looked at your children or teens and wondered if the 'fun part' of parenting is over? I work with couples and families on a daily basis to help them figure out how to find that connection again. I help them resolve their current struggles and empower then to create better futures.

My goal is to support my clients in discovering or reconnecting with their authenticity. In doing so, I work to build an open, collaborative, and inclusive space to ensure healthy positive growth for my clients. I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and thrive by finding their voice and taking control of their life. Our work together will be dependent on what works best for you and the pace you feel comfortable with. Empathy, acceptance, presence, and empowerment are the essential components of my work with clients.

At ICFT, we see people who have tried everything and have made the courageous decision to admit they need some help. For example, couples that want to stop arguing and find the joy in their relationship. Parents that want to stop being irritated and gain new skills to help their children succeed. Families that need help navigating a path toward healing. Nothing is more frustrating than trying really hard and still feeling like the particular problem is not getting better. At ICFT, we help our clients learn new approaches, so they don't simply try hard, but actually see progress.

You feel like your romantic relationship lacks direction. You start arguing over small things, but the arguments perhaps persist because you both focus on winning instead of solving the problem. You have stressful careers, but meeting career and home demands seem impossible. You want the best for your kids, but are you pushing them too hard or not hard enough? Perhaps you are both used to getting your way at work, but at home, there is a need for compromise. Maybe the spark that was once there has left, at least most of the time. You want to have what you once had, but are not sure how. You love your partner but aren't "in love."

I have over 25 years experience providing therapeutic counseling to all ages from 18-80 in specialties of depression, anxiety,life stress and relationship issues. I use a short term strength based model while incorporating several therapeutic techniques to help you achieve your goals. I have a proven success record with helping individuals and couples restructure their lives and relationships to find happiness.I understand that it may be difficult to come to counseling and I try to make it as easy as possible for you. I am available via online and in person. I have online scheduling so you can find something that works for you.

My ideal client is someone ready to make changes in their life. Feeling the impact of stress, burn out or vicarious trauma? Experience an on the job accident or critical incident? I am a certified EMDR therapist with a passion for helping other helping professionals and high risk occupations (first responders, nurses, military) (and their families age 14+) overcome the challenges that life can bring. In addition to the typical outpatient appointment model, I offer extended therapy session for intensives (90+ mins). My approach to therapy is centered on empathy, active listening, and providing a safe and nurturing environment.

Becoming a parent can be simultaneously the most rewarding and most challenging time in your life. You may be struggling with conception, or you just gave birth and are experiencing scary and debilitating depression or anxiety, or maybe you’ve lost who you are in all the roles you’re playing (mother, partner, employee) and you want to find yourself again without feeling guilty about it. Or maybe nothing is “wrong” but everything still sucks. I specialize in treating all facets of maternal mental health & wellness, from Millennial/Generation Z life transitions, to conception, infertility and loss, through pregnancy and postpartum.

I am a clinical counselor that works with clients that are struggling with various concerns, symptoms and diagnosis, but my unique focus areas are Eating Disorders (restrictive types), OCD and anxiety disorders. This overall often includes, but is not limited to clients with personalities that are anxious in nature, Type A, or over-controlled. These can be challenging personalities, because individuals are often seen as thriving, but underneath they're struggling with subjects such as perfection, difficulty with change, feeling overwhelmed or other just to keep up. We'll work together to break the unknown habits to improve your life

I am currently accepting new couples and individual clients. I focus on strengthening couples' relationships by nurturing marital enrichment, fostering deeper connections, and cultivating mutual admiration. Additionally, I offer compassionate support to individuals navigating spiritual trauma, creating a guilt and shame-free environment. My commitment is to guide all my clients in their journey towards growth and healing, as they are all motivated to work towards betterment.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, alone or experiencing life transitions? Solutions for life's difficulties are WITHIN REACH. Together we can uncover core beliefs, negative thinking patterns and self-esteem issues that may be hindering you from having more meaningful relationships and life satisfaction. Peace of mind and support during difficult times are possible.

At times, life and relationships can be complicated, painful, and difficult to navigate leaving you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed,and at times hopeless. You don't have to face these struggles on your own. I provide thoughtful insight and practical tools to help you gain personal, emotional fulfillment and deeper, more meaningful relationships.

i help people deal with life's difficulties from current stressors in their personal and work life. Over 30 years of experience and advanced training give me comfort in working with all types of people. I specialize in helping individuals resolve traumatic events, sudden life and work challenges and dealing with mood problems such as anxiety and depression. Individual therapy is provided in a private, comfortable, and confidential environment

Change is possible. As I have spent thousands of hours working with people with all kinds of struggles, I have seen it with my own eyes. For the past 20 years it has been my pleasure to help my clients rediscover hope and find solutions that work for them. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I am trained to see the big picture and to help you find ways to get out of your 'stuck system'.