Therapists in 78737
Dr. Gayle Owens
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
If you are an open minded adult who is experiencing a challenging situation, and/or anxiety, unhappiness, indecisiveness, mild to moderate depression or sadness - and hoping for support and ultimately a more satisfying life - my practice is particularly suited for you.
If you are an open minded adult who is experiencing a challenging situation, and/or anxiety, unhappiness, indecisiveness, mild to moderate depression or sadness - and hoping for support and ultimately a more satisfying life - my practice is particularly suited for you.
Sally Tixier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
My name is Sally Tixier and I have been in practice for six years. I have a Bachelos degree in psychology and sociology. I have a Masters in Forensic psychology. I am a licensed professional counselor. I am a certified anger resolution therapist, a certified trauma professinal, and a certified anxiety treatment provider.
My name is Sally Tixier and I have been in practice for six years. I have a Bachelos degree in psychology and sociology. I have a Masters in Forensic psychology. I am a licensed professional counselor. I am a certified anger resolution therapist, a certified trauma professinal, and a certified anxiety treatment provider.
Patty Ramlet
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
I have worked in a variety of treatment settings for the past several decades, primarily working with those who struggle with eating disorders and/or disordered eating patterns; anxiety; OCD; depression; trauma/PTSD and relational conflict.
We are all on this journey called life, facing various challenges and struggles along the way. We are not meant to face these seasons of struggle alone; we need community and connection during these times. I feel honored and privileged to be alongside those who find their way to my counseling practice. I don't claim to have all the answers, however I do have almost 30 years of counseling experience and 62 + years of life experience. I will help YOU to make "life-informed" choices and decisions with guiding, educating, mentoring, supporting and encouraging.
I have worked in a variety of treatment settings for the past several decades, primarily working with those who struggle with eating disorders and/or disordered eating patterns; anxiety; OCD; depression; trauma/PTSD and relational conflict.
We are all on this journey called life, facing various challenges and struggles along the way. We are not meant to face these seasons of struggle alone; we need community and connection during these times. I feel honored and privileged to be alongside those who find their way to my counseling practice. I don't claim to have all the answers, however I do have almost 30 years of counseling experience and 62 + years of life experience. I will help YOU to make "life-informed" choices and decisions with guiding, educating, mentoring, supporting and encouraging.
Austin Therapy Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
Some have names like depression, anxiety, trauma.
We work with people, not labels. It’s about you, a person. And us, people. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-we can help. Are you surprised when you feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”? Do you then “should” & judge yourself? We all waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? Right? Doesn't work! Together we can figure out how & why you think, feel & behave the way you do. You can't think your way out of feeling unhappy & dissatisfied. We can help you work through your barriers to a better place.
Some have names like depression, anxiety, trauma.
We work with people, not labels. It’s about you, a person. And us, people. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-we can help. Are you surprised when you feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”? Do you then “should” & judge yourself? We all waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? Right? Doesn't work! Together we can figure out how & why you think, feel & behave the way you do. You can't think your way out of feeling unhappy & dissatisfied. We can help you work through your barriers to a better place.
Pamela J Firle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CWC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
I have experience with a variety of therapeutic issues including mood disorders, anxiety, stress, parenting, marriage and family relationships, bereavement, divorce and other life transitions.
As a psychotherapist and wellness coach I empower people to live mindful, intentional lives. By focusing on your strengths and abilities as much as your concerns, I offer a collaborative partnership that's focused on meeting your goals and giving you the keys to success.
I have experience with a variety of therapeutic issues including mood disorders, anxiety, stress, parenting, marriage and family relationships, bereavement, divorce and other life transitions.
As a psychotherapist and wellness coach I empower people to live mindful, intentional lives. By focusing on your strengths and abilities as much as your concerns, I offer a collaborative partnership that's focused on meeting your goals and giving you the keys to success.
Carl Coccaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
My specialties include: Identity and Purpose, Self-Actualization, Addictions/Substance Use, Thought Control, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships/Couples, Family, and Trauma.
My focus is on meeting the client from a holistic and integrative approach to therapy. There are many avenues to find motivation to achieve optimal health, as well as maintaining gains through recovery efforts. I find great passion in assisting the client to find their true sense of self (authentic self) through self-actualization, which includes self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self. There's also a desire for positivity and purpose, healthy balanced thoughts, grounding and breathing through mindfulness, replacement of negative behaviors for positive, identifying strengths/solutions, and rewriting the story of their lives.
My specialties include: Identity and Purpose, Self-Actualization, Addictions/Substance Use, Thought Control, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships/Couples, Family, and Trauma.
My focus is on meeting the client from a holistic and integrative approach to therapy. There are many avenues to find motivation to achieve optimal health, as well as maintaining gains through recovery efforts. I find great passion in assisting the client to find their true sense of self (authentic self) through self-actualization, which includes self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self. There's also a desire for positivity and purpose, healthy balanced thoughts, grounding and breathing through mindfulness, replacement of negative behaviors for positive, identifying strengths/solutions, and rewriting the story of their lives.
Jennifer Misko
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
I am trained in EMDR, a therapy proven to be effective in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias.
Now more than ever, we could all use some support and a greater sense of connection. Have the stressors of the past few years taken a toll on your mental health? Strained relationships with friends or loved ones? Maybe you are experiencing a life transition or healing from a traumatic event. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to help individuals and couples explore challenges, gain insight, and collaboratively create solutions to improve well-being and connection. My approach is attachment- and relationally based and trauma-informed.
I am trained in EMDR, a therapy proven to be effective in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias.
Now more than ever, we could all use some support and a greater sense of connection. Have the stressors of the past few years taken a toll on your mental health? Strained relationships with friends or loved ones? Maybe you are experiencing a life transition or healing from a traumatic event. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to help individuals and couples explore challenges, gain insight, and collaboratively create solutions to improve well-being and connection. My approach is attachment- and relationally based and trauma-informed.
Lauren Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
I see my role as a counselor as providing a supportive environment for each client to be able to address their areas of concern. I believe that each client is an expert in their own life and that they have the ability to grow and thrive. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, PTSD, relational issues and couples counseling.
I see my role as a counselor as providing a supportive environment for each client to be able to address their areas of concern. I believe that each client is an expert in their own life and that they have the ability to grow and thrive. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, PTSD, relational issues and couples counseling.
Vanessa F Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAHS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
Hi, if you're like many of my clients, you're hoping to find a therapist who has worked with your kind of worries before, will listen without passing judgement and can offer a safe place to process as well as get some concrete tools to help you feel better. My clients often describe struggling with communication or compromise in relationships, hurting from a big loss, frustration with their kid's problems, feeling anxious, or having a hard time at work. Most of my clients want a therapist who is warm, authentic, can explain the "why" behind their "what" and is willing to engage, not just observe.
Hi, if you're like many of my clients, you're hoping to find a therapist who has worked with your kind of worries before, will listen without passing judgement and can offer a safe place to process as well as get some concrete tools to help you feel better. My clients often describe struggling with communication or compromise in relationships, hurting from a big loss, frustration with their kid's problems, feeling anxious, or having a hard time at work. Most of my clients want a therapist who is warm, authentic, can explain the "why" behind their "what" and is willing to engage, not just observe.
Pat Sumption
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
I work with people, not labels. It’s about you, not a diagnosis. And it’s about me, not a degree. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-I can help. We’re so surprised when we feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”. We “should” ourselves & judge. We waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? I know!! Me too. Doesn't work. Together we can figure out how & why you think & feel the way you do. You can't think your way out of depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else. You can talk & feel yourself out, though. Here is what I believe.
I work with people, not labels. It’s about you, not a diagnosis. And it’s about me, not a degree. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-I can help. We’re so surprised when we feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”. We “should” ourselves & judge. We waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? I know!! Me too. Doesn't work. Together we can figure out how & why you think & feel the way you do. You can't think your way out of depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else. You can talk & feel yourself out, though. Here is what I believe.
Melanie Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
You don't have to handle everything alone. I will work with you as you evaluate your world and the challenges you face. I counsel individuals for issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and family conflicts. I have extensive professional experience related to various forms of domestic violence, including verbal, emotional and psychological abuse. Clients dealing with life transitions, relationship difficulties, and parenting struggles also benefit from therapy. We will work together to help you recognize your strengths and emerge with renewed positivity and hope.
You don't have to handle everything alone. I will work with you as you evaluate your world and the challenges you face. I counsel individuals for issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and family conflicts. I have extensive professional experience related to various forms of domestic violence, including verbal, emotional and psychological abuse. Clients dealing with life transitions, relationship difficulties, and parenting struggles also benefit from therapy. We will work together to help you recognize your strengths and emerge with renewed positivity and hope.
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Leslie Tourish, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
) EMDR has proven to be successful with people suffering from post-traumatic stress, panic attacks, grief, anxiety disorders, phobias, performance anxiety, stress reduction, addictions, and persistent disturbing memories.
My goal is to work with you in a partnership to create solutions that are specific to your unique needs. I'm a believer that the opposite of depression is not happiness, but resiliency. We can work together to explore your depression, anxiety, or shame which are often the result from a trauma, or series of traumas. I have found that the most effective therapy has an individualized focus and is a collaboration between you and me. The focus will be to help you explore possible alternative ways of thinking and behaving - the building blocks of change.
) EMDR has proven to be successful with people suffering from post-traumatic stress, panic attacks, grief, anxiety disorders, phobias, performance anxiety, stress reduction, addictions, and persistent disturbing memories.
My goal is to work with you in a partnership to create solutions that are specific to your unique needs. I'm a believer that the opposite of depression is not happiness, but resiliency. We can work together to explore your depression, anxiety, or shame which are often the result from a trauma, or series of traumas. I have found that the most effective therapy has an individualized focus and is a collaboration between you and me. The focus will be to help you explore possible alternative ways of thinking and behaving - the building blocks of change.
Kirsten A. Brunner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
I believe that it takes tremendous courage for an individual to reach out for counseling. People often take this step when they are feeling stuck or stagnant, unable to find relief and solutions on their own. I view my work with my clients as a partnership: I bring clinical knowledge and experience to the alliance and my clients bring their strengths, their inner wisdom, and their readiness to explore. While working together I provide a safe, comfortable and informative environment in which the client can find healing, seek solutions and create strategies that will bring about lasting change.
I believe that it takes tremendous courage for an individual to reach out for counseling. People often take this step when they are feeling stuck or stagnant, unable to find relief and solutions on their own. I view my work with my clients as a partnership: I bring clinical knowledge and experience to the alliance and my clients bring their strengths, their inner wisdom, and their readiness to explore. While working together I provide a safe, comfortable and informative environment in which the client can find healing, seek solutions and create strategies that will bring about lasting change.
Lisa Kruse
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
Waitlist for new clients
Are you experiencing chronic stress, feeling stuck in painful past experiences, or a desire to move forward in your career or relationships? Using EMDR and Brainspotting, I help people who seek productive therapy for lasting relief and forward movement towards their goals - people who don't want to spend months and years in therapy only to find themselves in the same patterns and the same pain. Many of my clients desire better relationships with their partner or children - especially with teenaged children! Often I work with people who are going through a major life transition and feel frozen, sad or overwhelmed.
Are you experiencing chronic stress, feeling stuck in painful past experiences, or a desire to move forward in your career or relationships? Using EMDR and Brainspotting, I help people who seek productive therapy for lasting relief and forward movement towards their goals - people who don't want to spend months and years in therapy only to find themselves in the same patterns and the same pain. Many of my clients desire better relationships with their partner or children - especially with teenaged children! Often I work with people who are going through a major life transition and feel frozen, sad or overwhelmed.
Denise Cleveland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
Waitlist for new clients
"Who do you want to be?" "How do you want to show up in your life?" These are significant questions. If you are struggling to find yourself and want to show up differently in your life, consider seeking counseling. Change is hard but it can be more successful with a little bit of assistance from a professional. I am well equipped to assist and have a warm, non-judgmental, caring way to guide you in pursuing change.
"Who do you want to be?" "How do you want to show up in your life?" These are significant questions. If you are struggling to find yourself and want to show up differently in your life, consider seeking counseling. Change is hard but it can be more successful with a little bit of assistance from a professional. I am well equipped to assist and have a warm, non-judgmental, caring way to guide you in pursuing change.
Kathleen Womansong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
In my two decades as therapist, I have been honored to witness people move through incredible challenges and sometimes transform the trajectory of their lives, Just as our bodies send healing to our physical wounds, we hold inside us all we need to be move through tremendous struggles to emerge whole. Our innate capacity to heal is in all of us. It is outside of our awareness because our minds are full of noise. I help my clients become inner explorers. I help them develop a lens of self-compassion, freedom from judgment and gentle curiosity about themselves. When we are at peace within ourselves, everything is possible.
In my two decades as therapist, I have been honored to witness people move through incredible challenges and sometimes transform the trajectory of their lives, Just as our bodies send healing to our physical wounds, we hold inside us all we need to be move through tremendous struggles to emerge whole. Our innate capacity to heal is in all of us. It is outside of our awareness because our minds are full of noise. I help my clients become inner explorers. I help them develop a lens of self-compassion, freedom from judgment and gentle curiosity about themselves. When we are at peace within ourselves, everything is possible.
John Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
Have you felt stuck, stagnant, or just not where you want to be? Do you feel sad for reasons you don’t understand? Are you struggling with negative self-talk regularly and want to get control of the narrative? Do your emotions get the best of you and you want to learn to control them better? Do you often find yourself taking substances in order to just deal with the day-to-day? If you said "yes" to any of those questions then I want you to know it’s okay to have felt that way. It’s okay to not feel great about things. But you’re here, and you’re looking. And that is where your journey will begin.
Have you felt stuck, stagnant, or just not where you want to be? Do you feel sad for reasons you don’t understand? Are you struggling with negative self-talk regularly and want to get control of the narrative? Do your emotions get the best of you and you want to learn to control them better? Do you often find yourself taking substances in order to just deal with the day-to-day? If you said "yes" to any of those questions then I want you to know it’s okay to have felt that way. It’s okay to not feel great about things. But you’re here, and you’re looking. And that is where your journey will begin.
Dr. Alycia DeGraff
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
Dr. DeGraff specializes in working with professionals including counselors/therapists, doctors, nurses, academics, business owners/executives, first responders, and military members/veterans. She understands that the same traits that make professionals successful (e.g., highly intelligent, over-analyzing, leadership skills, charisma, etc.) can be the same traits that get and keep folks stuck. Drawing from her experience as a professor, researcher, and supervisor, you can trust that your care will be modern and of high quality.
Dr. DeGraff specializes in working with professionals including counselors/therapists, doctors, nurses, academics, business owners/executives, first responders, and military members/veterans. She understands that the same traits that make professionals successful (e.g., highly intelligent, over-analyzing, leadership skills, charisma, etc.) can be the same traits that get and keep folks stuck. Drawing from her experience as a professor, researcher, and supervisor, you can trust that your care will be modern and of high quality.
Delaney Maxwell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
I believe in the resilience and strength of the individual. But I also understand that without the right support and care, life’s challenges can feel overwhelming. Everyone deserves a space in which they can better understand themselves within a relationship that lacks judgement. It is through relationship building, compassion, storytelling, humor, and genuine connection that I build safety my with clients and meet vulnerability with validation. I value the uniqueness of my clients, and believe that curiosity and compassion is what empowers change in individuals, couples, & families.
I believe in the resilience and strength of the individual. But I also understand that without the right support and care, life’s challenges can feel overwhelming. Everyone deserves a space in which they can better understand themselves within a relationship that lacks judgement. It is through relationship building, compassion, storytelling, humor, and genuine connection that I build safety my with clients and meet vulnerability with validation. I value the uniqueness of my clients, and believe that curiosity and compassion is what empowers change in individuals, couples, & families.
Full Spectrum Healing PLLC
Occupational Therapist, OTR
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
28 year old Eliza, is the mother of 3. At 8 weeks postpartum, she is feeling overwhelmed. Her 4 year old was diagnosed with autism, and doesn’t dress or eat independently. This bright child is prone to meltdown or run-off in public places, and just when it’s time to go somewhere. His aversion to food, movement and clothing are sensitivities she experiences to a lessor degree. She’s exhausted, and needs to return to work soon. She’s concerned about the leaking of urine and pressure she feels in her pelvis. Jim, her husband wants their intimacy back, but she’s not ready. She wants to restore balance and ease to her life, and her body.
28 year old Eliza, is the mother of 3. At 8 weeks postpartum, she is feeling overwhelmed. Her 4 year old was diagnosed with autism, and doesn’t dress or eat independently. This bright child is prone to meltdown or run-off in public places, and just when it’s time to go somewhere. His aversion to food, movement and clothing are sensitivities she experiences to a lessor degree. She’s exhausted, and needs to return to work soon. She’s concerned about the leaking of urine and pressure she feels in her pelvis. Jim, her husband wants their intimacy back, but she’s not ready. She wants to restore balance and ease to her life, and her body.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.