Life can seem like an exhausting or impossible challenge at times, especially when we face issues with separation, divorce, infidelity, childhood trauma, blended families, health, transitions, addiction, grief and identity/faith crises. These events can bring about tremendous pain and confusion. I can help you enjoy a vibrant life in the present moment, instead of feeling stuck in the past or feeling fearful about the future. Overcoming depression, anxiety, anger, frustration, numbness and a host of other dark emotions can lead to hope, joy, peace and healthier relationships.

Experiencing anxiety, emotional pain, feeling stuck, or feeling directionless at times are all very normal human experiences. Creating a warm and trusting environment where you can feel safe, listened to, and understood is vital for me to understand how you experience your pain in your own unique way. For over ten years I have used this style of treatment to flexibly and creatively tailor components from multiple evidence-based practices, including those that are cognitive- and acceptance-based, to create a therapeutic experience that best fits each individual and their own unique needs.

Reaching out to ask for help when we are struggling is one of the biggest favors we can do for ourselves. Just as our physical health is important to maintain functioning in every day life, so is our mental health and well being. I strive to help clients get back to finding their optimal balance in life by addressing concerns they have in all aspects of their life whether it be relationship and interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues or trauma that is preventing them from living their best life.

Depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life stress, trauma--all can be overwhelming and hard to sort through on your own. As an experienced licensed psychologist, I can help you address these problems effectively. Using mindfulness and other evidence-based therapy approaches, I'll help you regain control and satisfaction in your life. In therapy we will collaborate in a supportive and caring way to identify your goals, develop an effective treatment plan, and move you to that better, more joyful place in life.

My goal is to help you discover your true self and lead a life worth celebrating. While difficult situations or experiences are an inevitable part of life, you and I can work together to resolve and overcome your challenges. I am committed to creating a safe, welcoming, supportive place where you are treated with kindness, acceptance, and respect. You are given permission to be just as you are, while working toward the growth and happiness. I believe every human being is deserving and capable of self-confidence, inner peace, self-love, and healthy living.

Are you ready for change? I can help. Overcoming anxiety on your own can be challenging. Life is hard at times - pain, disappointment, and loss are inevitable. Our past can be impacting our personal and professional lives. Each stage of our lives presents us with new challenges & opportunities for growth and expansion. In a supportive environment, my clients feel comfortable exploring themselves, to feel connected and understood. This allows my clients to unburden themselves of the things they have been carrying around, to learn more about themselves, imagine a better life, and try out new ways of being & doing.

While I have more than ten years of experience assessing and treating children, adolescents, and young adults, I have also had the rare opportunity to practice psychology in three different settings: a large public school, a private school's evaluation center, and private practice. These diverse experiences provide me a unique perspective, and they allow me to be particularly helpful to children who are struggling emotionally and academically. I look forward to providing therapy and testing services to Lake Travis families.

There are many reasons people seek therapy. You are not alone. Are you feeling disconnected from someone, others, the environment; confused, overwhelmed, falling back into your old thoughts and behaviors? Are you exhausted from a history of dealing with anxiety and/or depression? Or are you concerned for a loved one that may be going through something like this and you are affected but not quite sure how to address what's happening?

As a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback. My objective is for clients to resolve current issues and long-standing, potentially negative behavioral patterns via video therapy. I also assist clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. By utilizing a number of conventional and individually tailored approaches, I look to focus on which methodologies are most helpful for you as an individual.

Psychotherapy is the practice of talking things through with a skilled and trusted professional. Conversation lays out a frame of reference for solving problems in one's personal life and eases emotional pain. For anyone who seeks therapy, there is a desire to improve communication, to be better understood and connect with others. Finding the courage to change the way to communicate more effectively can be difficult. Unavoidably, there are times when we lose our way, have misunderstandings, or struggle with doubts about our own capabilities. An experienced therapist can help us find solutions to problems and relief from pain in a nonjudgmental atmosphere.

I have always been drawn to listening to others and helping them process issues and achieve goals. I view the therapeutic relationship as an opportunity to partner with the client to process life's challenges and achieve a feeling of contentment and growth.

Do you sometimes feel sad and you don’t know why? Do you worry about the future and can’t seem to stop thinking about the “what ifs”? Have you experienced a traumatic event and are unable to shake the effects? Are you dealing with a serious illness or loss of a loved one? Are you shackled by the memory or consequences of past mistakes, or involved in negative habits you can’t seem to stop? Is your relationship with your spouse distant? You are not alone...

Do you ever wonder how you are going to get through a major life transition? When life takes you to a place of uncertainty, and you begin to question yourself and your ability to make quality decisions, wondering, "is it normal to feel this way?" Whether your changing jobs, starting a career, moving to a new area, or have a chronic illness, change can be stressful and requires a series of adjustments to get back to a sense of life balance. Much of my professional expertise focuses on life transition and the impact of change throughout the lifespan, from young teens to older adults.

Are you looking to find harmony and intimacy while increasing communication in your interpersonal relationships? I am an active listener and I want to help you process your tough issues while giving you feedback on what to do outside of the therapy relationship. I can help you implement and maintain lasting change in your everyday life. I use humor, warmth and empathy to engage every person who walks through my door and I want nothing more than for you to feel at home and comfortable as you work hard toward emotional healing.

Hello and Welcome! Would you like to reduce stress and confusion SAFELY by Phone or FaceTime? Individual or Couples Therapy by phone, Internet, or in person will transform your suffering into hope and happiness. I bring you a lifetime of experience with over 30 years as a Marriage & Family Therapist (TX) and Psychologist (CA). Together we can turn your pain around. My work is commended by Mental Health Peers at Yale and Stanford. Sessions are weekly or bi-monthly. See my VIDEO TOUR at: "AustinPremierTherapy.com." You will feel comfortable calling from the safety of your own home, or driving to my beautiful SANITIZED Home Office!

**Accepting for Waiting List** Hi, my name is Bill Deggs; Family & Youth Therapy is the incorporated name of my private practice. I have a general practice where I work with both children and adults. I believe that a safe and trusting relationship is the foundation for all therapeutic work, and I am passionate about utilizing Strength-Based approaches to achieving better Mental Health. My focus includes anxiety, depression, disorder prevention, trauma, grief, substance abuse, and adjustment to life transitions. I enjoy carpentry, hiking, biking, traveling, and generally being outdoors which is why I moved to the Austin area :)

Finding the right therapist can be a difficult and overwhelming process. There seems to be an endless array of choices, and it's so important to find the right fit for you. In order to help make this process easier, I offer and encourage you to interview me over the phone, and I will be happy to answer any questions about therapy or the therapeutic process. I am skilled in working with individuals, couples and families with a variety of issues using an individualized approach. I have been in practice since 1990 and have extensive inpatient and outpatient experience.

"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, expecting different results." ADDICTION is a result of an unconscious refusal to move through the pain of withdrawal (from a chemical, thought-process and behavior, other person, etc.). The behavior, therefore, gets repeated, accompanied by the cycle of BROKEN PROMISES, SHAME, and MORE UNHEALTHY COPING. Having experienced this same cycle (more than once), I bring years of education, training, personal recovery experiences and compassion to our therapeutic relationship. My own therapeutic process Is on-going. I would be honored to help you with yours. Love and Support. - Me

I am a caring and understanding bilingual psychologist who wants to help you get better. My expertise in PTSD, Veterans and Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES) helps me to understand your condition, as well as to treat the underlying issues related to the psychological condition (anxiety, depression). Do you feel on edge, having a difficult time sleeping, concentrating, relaxing or hoping to not have a seizure or a panic attack.

You are invited to visit my website www.DrMelanieHorn.com to learn about my credentials, background, and philosophy of practicing psychotherapy.