Therapists in Austin, TX

Are you seeking holistic healing for symptoms of anxiety, trauma, or other emotional or physical challenges? Do you desire a personalized treatment plan integrating mind, body, and spirit? I understand your desire for inner harmony and well-being. Let's embark on a journey together to reconnect with your authentic self, unlock your innate healing potential, and cultivate resilience and joy. Your path to wholeness begins here.

I heartfully acknowledge our mind, body, & brain as an integrated whole within a social & cultural context. My approach is trauma-informed with an embodied & relational lens that aims to offer holistic & long-term healing. Whether we are navigating the depths of your inner world or the complexity of relationships, we will co-create a restorative space that offers a sense of warmth, openness, & curiosity towards all that emerges. Together we will discover your internal resources supporting healing, growth, & transformation.

As a mental health counselor, I love working with kids, teens, and young adults to develop practical and effective skills to help them navigate an ever-complicated world. Whether you have been in treatment before or are seeking therapy for the first time, I would be honored to provide a safe and comforting space that promotes understanding and growth. I firmly believe that every individual is going to need something different, and utilize my education and experience to support your growth!

Accepting New Clients! Creating a friendly, down-to-earth, and no-nonsense space for healing, I believe that authenticity is an essential component to the therapeutic relationship. Every small action has the potential to create big change.

I believe all people, adults and children alike reach their maximized potential when provided with a safe, therapeutic environment. My approach to counseling is guided by person-centered counseling. I focus on providing a therapeutic environment for client to share concerns and facilitate growth. Most importantly I seek to develop a strong therapeutic relationship by providing genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathy. Overall, my goal is helping clients become aware of their ability to grow and heal.

I am Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with active licenses in Ohio, Hawai'i, & Texas. I am a trauma informed practitioner with 9 years of experience in Zen and Integral Psychotherapy, and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I am Safe Zone trained and affirming of all gender identities & expressions. I am experienced in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and other communities of diverse relational norms. I am skilled in healing religious trauma and renewing spiritual connection.

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Finding a counselor you trust can be challenging. My goal as a therapist is to help clients thrive: to gain clearer self-insight and discover how to gain their fullest potential, wellness, and satisfaction in their lives. I am dedicated to providing evidence-based, empathetic, and individualized counseling that empowers clients with the tools and skills they need to become their best, most balanced selves. In these uncertain and stressful times, self-care and mental wellness are more important than ever.