Photo of Amanda Bailey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 78735, TX
Amanda Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
I work from a strengths-based perspective, and I utilize humanistic and person-centered techniques in therapy to ensure we are addressing your specific experiences.
As a therapist, it is my job to provide you with an atmosphere where you feel safe to be completely honest, genuine, and vulnerable about who you are and what you want and need without fear of judgment or disapproval. This will be a place where you can be your true self (the good, the bad, and the ugly), and you can feel comfortable sharing things that you have maybe never told anyone else. Trust is vital. I sincerely believe that in any context, when a person is willing to risk sharing deeply personal information with another, that person deserves to know that information is sacred and confidential.
I work from a strengths-based perspective, and I utilize humanistic and person-centered techniques in therapy to ensure we are addressing your specific experiences.
As a therapist, it is my job to provide you with an atmosphere where you feel safe to be completely honest, genuine, and vulnerable about who you are and what you want and need without fear of judgment or disapproval. This will be a place where you can be your true self (the good, the bad, and the ugly), and you can feel comfortable sharing things that you have maybe never told anyone else. Trust is vital. I sincerely believe that in any context, when a person is willing to risk sharing deeply personal information with another, that person deserves to know that information is sacred and confidential.
(737) 377-5073 View (737) 377-5073
Photo of Michelle Luna, Marriage & Family Therapist in 78735, TX
Michelle Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
No matter what brings you to therapy, I work with you to identify and heal the unhealthy attachment styles and trauma responses that are painful barriers in your life today. These barriers are often responsible for all the negative beliefs we have about ourselves now, that only hold us back from our best potential. Our work together teaches you how to break these cycles while gaining a new, healthy perception of yourself today, as well as for the painful issue(s) that brought you to therapy. You will evolve with new insight, awareness, and love for yourself! It's a beautiful transformation and an honor to witness.
No matter what brings you to therapy, I work with you to identify and heal the unhealthy attachment styles and trauma responses that are painful barriers in your life today. These barriers are often responsible for all the negative beliefs we have about ourselves now, that only hold us back from our best potential. Our work together teaches you how to break these cycles while gaining a new, healthy perception of yourself today, as well as for the painful issue(s) that brought you to therapy. You will evolve with new insight, awareness, and love for yourself! It's a beautiful transformation and an honor to witness.
View
Photo of Aga Crump, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Aga Crump
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735  (Online Only)
As a recovering perfectionist and people pleaser, I often work with women who struggle with the same things. These tendencies can be so helpful in life, but they can also get in the way of how you truly want to live your life. The clients I see often have difficulty with boundaries, experience a lot of self-doubt and uncertainty, and feel disconnected from their true authentic selves. Rather than giving my clients answers, I help guide them to discover the truth and courage that lies within them, but is often covered up by their own adaptations to life and trauma.
As a recovering perfectionist and people pleaser, I often work with women who struggle with the same things. These tendencies can be so helpful in life, but they can also get in the way of how you truly want to live your life. The clients I see often have difficulty with boundaries, experience a lot of self-doubt and uncertainty, and feel disconnected from their true authentic selves. Rather than giving my clients answers, I help guide them to discover the truth and courage that lies within them, but is often covered up by their own adaptations to life and trauma.
(512) 842-4119 View (512) 842-4119
Photo of Kristin Atkinson, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Kristin Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
Trauma Recovery Therapy - Difficult & painful life experiences often leave us feeling like something in our life just isn't right. Sometimes it's not even clear what's off, but something seems missing, we feel stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or disengaged. I work with those who are navigating challenges in their lives & who are searching for a path of healing, connection, & rediscovery. Together we'll explore & make sense of your struggle, practice ways to deal with stress & negative feelings, build self-compassion, & awaken inner resources for self healing. We'll discover what is needed to transform difficulty into growth and vitality.
Trauma Recovery Therapy - Difficult & painful life experiences often leave us feeling like something in our life just isn't right. Sometimes it's not even clear what's off, but something seems missing, we feel stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or disengaged. I work with those who are navigating challenges in their lives & who are searching for a path of healing, connection, & rediscovery. Together we'll explore & make sense of your struggle, practice ways to deal with stress & negative feelings, build self-compassion, & awaken inner resources for self healing. We'll discover what is needed to transform difficulty into growth and vitality.
(512) 766-6837 View (512) 766-6837
Photo of Edward Dreslinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 78735, TX
Edward Dreslinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
I believe that successful therapy starts with a strong, collaborative relationship between the therapist and client. I understand that each one of my clients has a unique story to share and I am committed to listening with empathy and without judgment. My style is conversational, intuitive, and direct with each intervention grounded in evidence-based research.
I believe that successful therapy starts with a strong, collaborative relationship between the therapist and client. I understand that each one of my clients has a unique story to share and I am committed to listening with empathy and without judgment. My style is conversational, intuitive, and direct with each intervention grounded in evidence-based research.
(512) 729-7056 View (512) 729-7056
Photo of Austin Mindfulness Center, Psychologist in 78735, TX
Austin Mindfulness Center
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, More
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
Are you suffering from crippling depression or anxiety? Are you going through a major life transition like changing careers, divorce, or other loss? Maybe you're battling habitual patterns that keep getting in your way no matter how many times you've tried to change things on your own. We believe that therapy can provide you with the means to face the hardest of life's challenges. Having a space to be heard and learning to better understand your problems can be the key that helps you to move forward. It provides a new perspective, as well as tools to better manage problems well after therapy is complete.
Are you suffering from crippling depression or anxiety? Are you going through a major life transition like changing careers, divorce, or other loss? Maybe you're battling habitual patterns that keep getting in your way no matter how many times you've tried to change things on your own. We believe that therapy can provide you with the means to face the hardest of life's challenges. Having a space to be heard and learning to better understand your problems can be the key that helps you to move forward. It provides a new perspective, as well as tools to better manage problems well after therapy is complete.
(512) 309-7202 View (512) 309-7202
Photo of Margot Goralczyk, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 78735, TX
Margot Goralczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735  (Online Only)
Do you feel alone, confused, or that no one understands you? Do you feel like your life is out of balance? Perhaps you are experiencing mood swings? Are disturbing memories from the past or worries about your future impacting your present? You deserve to live in a state of being where you feel seen, heard, supported, and understood. By talking out your problems, learning new coping tools, and developing a deeper awareness of your needs, you will be more equipped to manage difficult days. In time, you will experience a deeper connection with yourself and with others.The benefits of therapy are life changing.I can help get you there.
Do you feel alone, confused, or that no one understands you? Do you feel like your life is out of balance? Perhaps you are experiencing mood swings? Are disturbing memories from the past or worries about your future impacting your present? You deserve to live in a state of being where you feel seen, heard, supported, and understood. By talking out your problems, learning new coping tools, and developing a deeper awareness of your needs, you will be more equipped to manage difficult days. In time, you will experience a deeper connection with yourself and with others.The benefits of therapy are life changing.I can help get you there.
(512) 229-9678 View (512) 229-9678
Photo of Tiffany Stanley, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Tiffany Stanley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MA, CST, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
Dr. Tiffany Stanley is an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, an American Board of Sexology Diplomat and she holds a doctorate in Clinical Sexology. She is Texas-Board-Approved Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Nationally and Internationally Certified and Registered Psychotherapist, an EMDR trained counselor, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) trained therapist. She is also a registered Heal Your Life Workshop Leader and a Certified Life Coach. She has been in private practice for more than 19 years, specializing in helping adult women, men and couples.
Dr. Tiffany Stanley is an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, an American Board of Sexology Diplomat and she holds a doctorate in Clinical Sexology. She is Texas-Board-Approved Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Nationally and Internationally Certified and Registered Psychotherapist, an EMDR trained counselor, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) trained therapist. She is also a registered Heal Your Life Workshop Leader and a Certified Life Coach. She has been in private practice for more than 19 years, specializing in helping adult women, men and couples.
(512) 270-6167 View (512) 270-6167
Photo of Leslie Larson, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Leslie Larson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sunset Valley, TX 78735
I believe therapy is a process helps people to fully participate in their lives. I use several therapeutic styles and a collaborative approach. Together, we identify "the problem," then explore obstacles that block the process. The goal is wholeness and healing and you, as the client, decide what that looks like. Building a safe, respectful and trusting relationship is essential for success ---- as the client defines "success." I also believe that even in the most dire of circumstances, we can find joy, hope and even laughter. I enjoy playing a part in that with my clients.
I believe therapy is a process helps people to fully participate in their lives. I use several therapeutic styles and a collaborative approach. Together, we identify "the problem," then explore obstacles that block the process. The goal is wholeness and healing and you, as the client, decide what that looks like. Building a safe, respectful and trusting relationship is essential for success ---- as the client defines "success." I also believe that even in the most dire of circumstances, we can find joy, hope and even laughter. I enjoy playing a part in that with my clients.
(512) 540-5595 View (512) 540-5595
Photo of Lisa C. Judge, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 78735, TX
Lisa C. Judge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sunset Valley, TX 78735
Emotional, psychological, and interpersonal/social growth is a continual process of self transformation and change. At points when one feels stuck or confused in that process, or when life just isn't working, it often helps to connect with a therapist. I provide a safe space where you can be, or recover/rediscover, your authentic self; deepen the emotional connection with yourself and others; clarify thoughts, beliefs, and values; consider new ways of being in the world and w/others; develop healthier adaptive strategies for relating to yourself and others; and work through past and/or present griefs and traumas.
Emotional, psychological, and interpersonal/social growth is a continual process of self transformation and change. At points when one feels stuck or confused in that process, or when life just isn't working, it often helps to connect with a therapist. I provide a safe space where you can be, or recover/rediscover, your authentic self; deepen the emotional connection with yourself and others; clarify thoughts, beliefs, and values; consider new ways of being in the world and w/others; develop healthier adaptive strategies for relating to yourself and others; and work through past and/or present griefs and traumas.
(512) 540-5531 View (512) 540-5531
Photo of Derek Leighton, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Derek Leighton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT-S, LPC-S, CST, EMDR
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist available to help you experience relationships and sexuality in self-defined, healthy ways. Are you looking for more satisfaction in life? Or maybe struggling with out-of-control sexual behaviors? I believe it's important that you find a therapist that is the right fit for you. I offer counseling services to Couples, Individuals, and Families. After spending 23 years in high tech, my passion for helping others develop their careers and seek personal growth led to a natural transition to working as a psychotherapist.
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist available to help you experience relationships and sexuality in self-defined, healthy ways. Are you looking for more satisfaction in life? Or maybe struggling with out-of-control sexual behaviors? I believe it's important that you find a therapist that is the right fit for you. I offer counseling services to Couples, Individuals, and Families. After spending 23 years in high tech, my passion for helping others develop their careers and seek personal growth led to a natural transition to working as a psychotherapist.
(512) 649-0216 View (512) 649-0216
Photo of Kat Elrod, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Kat Elrod
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
Are you exhausted from carrying around memories of the past? Do you tend to not feel good enough and like you don't belong? Overwhelmed from all the changes in your life? I understand you're here because you're hurting and tired of the struggle. Your relationships with friends and loved ones are probably hurting too. I would love to help you make sense of everything that is going on and find new and compassionate ways of living.
Are you exhausted from carrying around memories of the past? Do you tend to not feel good enough and like you don't belong? Overwhelmed from all the changes in your life? I understand you're here because you're hurting and tired of the struggle. Your relationships with friends and loved ones are probably hurting too. I would love to help you make sense of everything that is going on and find new and compassionate ways of living.
(512) 881-8920 View (512) 881-8920
Photo of Andrea Rábago, Marriage & Family Therapist in 78735, TX
Andrea Rábago
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sunset Valley, TX 78735  (Online Only)
Let's work together to establish or restore your sense of wholeness, peace, & well-being. I specialize in supporting the whole person in matters of relationship health & spiritual wellbeing. I work closely with Highly Sensitive People, medical personnel & first responders & those seeking to restore their nervous systems to help enhance Self understanding & experiencing emotional safety in relationships. My focus areas include psychedelic integration, addiction recovery, & trauma resolution. Let's create a safe space for you to relax, explore, & prioritize what matters most in your life.
Let's work together to establish or restore your sense of wholeness, peace, & well-being. I specialize in supporting the whole person in matters of relationship health & spiritual wellbeing. I work closely with Highly Sensitive People, medical personnel & first responders & those seeking to restore their nervous systems to help enhance Self understanding & experiencing emotional safety in relationships. My focus areas include psychedelic integration, addiction recovery, & trauma resolution. Let's create a safe space for you to relax, explore, & prioritize what matters most in your life.
(512) 865-5284 View (512) 865-5284
Photo of Brooke (Nowak) Pendleton, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Brooke (Nowak) Pendleton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Sunset Valley, TX 78735
Waitlist for new clients
NOT accepting new clients - Hi, I’m Brooke! I am passionate about educating clients to understand their thoughts and behavioral patterns better and learn healthy boundary setting with self and others to build resiliency. As a person-centered therapist, I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey with my clients. On that journey I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness as tools to support understanding, learning, and internal shifts that result in sustainable relational and behavioral changes. I offer an honest and authentic approach, and my goal is to provide a warm and inviting environment.
NOT accepting new clients - Hi, I’m Brooke! I am passionate about educating clients to understand their thoughts and behavioral patterns better and learn healthy boundary setting with self and others to build resiliency. As a person-centered therapist, I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey with my clients. On that journey I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness as tools to support understanding, learning, and internal shifts that result in sustainable relational and behavioral changes. I offer an honest and authentic approach, and my goal is to provide a warm and inviting environment.
(737) 300-9540 View (737) 300-9540
Photo of Dr. Alycia DeGraff, Marriage & Family Therapist in 78735, TX
Dr. Alycia DeGraff
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
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.
(512) 994-2701 View (512) 994-2701
Photo of Amy J Loe, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Amy J Loe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735  (Online Only)
It's okay to not be okay. It happens to the best of us. The important thing is not to stay there. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness. I believe that starting with a strength-based and relational approach and tailoring the sessions to your needs is important to building rapport and trust in the session. I encourage people to be themselves and move towards personal awareness and acceptance.
It's okay to not be okay. It happens to the best of us. The important thing is not to stay there. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness. I believe that starting with a strength-based and relational approach and tailoring the sessions to your needs is important to building rapport and trust in the session. I encourage people to be themselves and move towards personal awareness and acceptance.
(830) 465-4527 View (830) 465-4527
Photo of Kirsten Bonaventura, Psychologist in 78735, TX
Kirsten Bonaventura
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735
Do you prioritize others above yourself? Are you going through a difficult time in your life? Have you noticed negative patterns in your relationships? As a clinical psychologist, I assist my clients in meeting their goals and improving their relationships. Therapy is used to improve communication, problem solving, and increase coping skills. One if my areas of expertise is helping clients who are working through a particularly challenging time in their lives, and are having difficulty moving forward from their experience. Improving self esteem through greater understanding and acceptance of oneself is part of that work.
Do you prioritize others above yourself? Are you going through a difficult time in your life? Have you noticed negative patterns in your relationships? As a clinical psychologist, I assist my clients in meeting their goals and improving their relationships. Therapy is used to improve communication, problem solving, and increase coping skills. One if my areas of expertise is helping clients who are working through a particularly challenging time in their lives, and are having difficulty moving forward from their experience. Improving self esteem through greater understanding and acceptance of oneself is part of that work.
(512) 768-4225 View (512) 768-4225
Photo of Valerie Ward, Psychologist in 78735, TX
Valerie Ward
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735  (Online Only)
Clients who work with me learn to better understand their emotional triggers, work to overcome life’s setbacks, manage stress more productively, communicate with others more effectively, and set healthy boundaries. My approach involves getting to know each of my clients, beyond what has brought them into therapy. I seek to understand what your goals are for this journey, and we together discuss how I can support you in working on what can be changed, and learning to cope with people and situations that we cannot change.
Clients who work with me learn to better understand their emotional triggers, work to overcome life’s setbacks, manage stress more productively, communicate with others more effectively, and set healthy boundaries. My approach involves getting to know each of my clients, beyond what has brought them into therapy. I seek to understand what your goals are for this journey, and we together discuss how I can support you in working on what can be changed, and learning to cope with people and situations that we cannot change.
(703) 215-2169 View (703) 215-2169
Photo of Three Oaks Counseling & Psychiatry, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Three Oaks Counseling & Psychiatry
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735
We are a group of talented and experienced mental health clinicians that provides counseling and medication management all across Austin and greater Texas. We have offices in West Lake Hills, Georgetown, and Dripping Springs. We also provide telehealth service anywhere in Texas.
We are a group of talented and experienced mental health clinicians that provides counseling and medication management all across Austin and greater Texas. We have offices in West Lake Hills, Georgetown, and Dripping Springs. We also provide telehealth service anywhere in Texas.
(512) 772-5453 View (512) 772-5453
Photo of Lisa Pallmeyer, Licensed Professional Counselor in 78735, TX
Lisa Pallmeyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LSSP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735
Not accepting new clients
In my counseling practice I help people make sense of the chaos and trauma they find within and around themselves. I help my clients build coping skills and work toward fulfilling short- and long-term goals. Generally speaking, the clients I work with struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and/or life transitions. Recognizing that specific types of stress, such as second-hand trauma, occur in helping professions, I provide counseling to medical personnel, educators, counselors, yoga teachers, physical therapists, and others who do helping/service work.
In my counseling practice I help people make sense of the chaos and trauma they find within and around themselves. I help my clients build coping skills and work toward fulfilling short- and long-term goals. Generally speaking, the clients I work with struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and/or life transitions. Recognizing that specific types of stress, such as second-hand trauma, occur in helping professions, I provide counseling to medical personnel, educators, counselors, yoga teachers, physical therapists, and others who do helping/service work.
(512) 831-5589 View (512) 831-5589
Humanistic Therapists

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.