Therapists in Bell County, TX

Photo of Rachel Ramirez, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bell County, TX
Rachel Ramirez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
My mission as a Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor is to help my clients live a more healthy and meaningful life - in whatever way that may look for you. I have experience helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and histories of trauma or abuse. I have dedicated my educational and professional career to the understanding of trauma, and trauma treatment. As a US Army combat veteran, I have a vested interest in working with this population, in particular those presenting with combat trauma, PTSD, and military sexual trauma.
My mission as a Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor is to help my clients live a more healthy and meaningful life - in whatever way that may look for you. I have experience helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and histories of trauma or abuse. I have dedicated my educational and professional career to the understanding of trauma, and trauma treatment. As a US Army combat veteran, I have a vested interest in working with this population, in particular those presenting with combat trauma, PTSD, and military sexual trauma.
(254) 267-0216 View (254) 267-0216

Online Therapists

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Alice M Seitzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78749
People and their stories have always inspired and humbled me. Helping others to walk through their shadows and experience the light is a true gift. Earlier in my life I went through some difficult experiences. The wilderness, music, art, and movement helped me to feel and learn to move through those hardships. My connection with the natural world has revealed my inner potential and helped me to heal from traumas. I am dedicated to incorporating my knowledge of therapy, relationship to the natural world, yoga and expressive arts for each person I work with. I believe in feeling all of the human emotions with balance and intention.
People and their stories have always inspired and humbled me. Helping others to walk through their shadows and experience the light is a true gift. Earlier in my life I went through some difficult experiences. The wilderness, music, art, and movement helped me to feel and learn to move through those hardships. My connection with the natural world has revealed my inner potential and helped me to heal from traumas. I am dedicated to incorporating my knowledge of therapy, relationship to the natural world, yoga and expressive arts for each person I work with. I believe in feeling all of the human emotions with balance and intention.
(513) 307-2463 View (513) 307-2463
Photo of Simon G. Niblock, Marriage & Family Therapist in Bell County, TX
Simon G. Niblock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
Men have never lost the desire to explore. This desire frequently leads men to seek alternative ways to navigate the spinning world around them, including their own potential. Chances are, if you’re exploring this website, you’re feeling a disconnect between the life you envision and what you’re actually experiencing. And you’ve realized this disconnect shows up in the form of emotional distress, up and down relationships, and/or doubt about where your life is taking you. Maybe it's time to consider a new road map.
Men have never lost the desire to explore. This desire frequently leads men to seek alternative ways to navigate the spinning world around them, including their own potential. Chances are, if you’re exploring this website, you’re feeling a disconnect between the life you envision and what you’re actually experiencing. And you’ve realized this disconnect shows up in the form of emotional distress, up and down relationships, and/or doubt about where your life is taking you. Maybe it's time to consider a new road map.
(512) 470-6976 View (512) 470-6976
Photo of Laura Whisman Abbruzzese, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bell County, TX
Laura Whisman Abbruzzese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76701
My areas of specialty include first responder PTSD, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety/depression, relationship discord, and mindfulness. I am EMDR trained and have extensive experience utilizing EMDR to resolve trauma associated with first responder experiences, accidents, grief/loss, military combat, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more. My work, as well as my personal life, is grounded in mindfulness. When we train our attention to stay in the present moment, we become much more aware of the stories we tell ourselves and how much suffering we experience as a result.
My areas of specialty include first responder PTSD, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety/depression, relationship discord, and mindfulness. I am EMDR trained and have extensive experience utilizing EMDR to resolve trauma associated with first responder experiences, accidents, grief/loss, military combat, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more. My work, as well as my personal life, is grounded in mindfulness. When we train our attention to stay in the present moment, we become much more aware of the stories we tell ourselves and how much suffering we experience as a result.
(254) 459-4376 View (254) 459-4376
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Tracy Deagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78727
Are you Alternative? Think "outside the box"? Are you regaining / retooling your Self Worth and Relationship Skills? I can help. Over the past 34 years as a therapist, I find clients I work well with want a nonjudgmental, alternative knowledgeable/ friendly, expert therapist. I also work well with those that are or have experienced a life transition as well as the loved ones of those adjusting to their partner's (or family member's) life transition. I appreciate working with folks that have or are seeking to build their sense of self and balance within themselves and with others. I am L,G,B,T,Q,P,A,K, allied and informed.
Are you Alternative? Think "outside the box"? Are you regaining / retooling your Self Worth and Relationship Skills? I can help. Over the past 34 years as a therapist, I find clients I work well with want a nonjudgmental, alternative knowledgeable/ friendly, expert therapist. I also work well with those that are or have experienced a life transition as well as the loved ones of those adjusting to their partner's (or family member's) life transition. I appreciate working with folks that have or are seeking to build their sense of self and balance within themselves and with others. I am L,G,B,T,Q,P,A,K, allied and informed.
(507) 509-2224 View (507) 509-2224
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Brooke Butler
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
As a relational therapist, I believe subconscious beliefs and programming are responsible for many of our self-sabotaging behaviors. These impact our relationships and are typically inherited during our upbringing. I choose to work with clients who are struggling with the same patterns that have plagued them for far too long, and who are looking to make a serious change in their lives. I also work with clients who are simply feeling lost and looking for guidance in finding themselves. My ideal client is anyone looking to empower themselves and care for themselves, or their relationship mind, body, and soul.
As a relational therapist, I believe subconscious beliefs and programming are responsible for many of our self-sabotaging behaviors. These impact our relationships and are typically inherited during our upbringing. I choose to work with clients who are struggling with the same patterns that have plagued them for far too long, and who are looking to make a serious change in their lives. I also work with clients who are simply feeling lost and looking for guidance in finding themselves. My ideal client is anyone looking to empower themselves and care for themselves, or their relationship mind, body, and soul.
(512) 543-2790 View (512) 543-2790
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Kelisha Monique LaGrone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Are you a woman that has recently experienced loss and heartache, and is struggling to pick up the pieces of your heart and your life? Do you feel like you are "called" to more; however, feel like you are "stuck" or in a transition where you are unclear about your identity, purpose, and path? You are here because you are want something real and deep; you want passion and you are refusing to settle for the ordinary. Perhaps you have been shamed into thinking something is wrong with you. Your heart has been longing for healing and transformation that brings you closer to your full, authentic, and integrated self.
Are you a woman that has recently experienced loss and heartache, and is struggling to pick up the pieces of your heart and your life? Do you feel like you are "called" to more; however, feel like you are "stuck" or in a transition where you are unclear about your identity, purpose, and path? You are here because you are want something real and deep; you want passion and you are refusing to settle for the ordinary. Perhaps you have been shamed into thinking something is wrong with you. Your heart has been longing for healing and transformation that brings you closer to your full, authentic, and integrated self.
(281) 377-4441 View (281) 377-4441
Photo of Laura M. Trietsch, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bell County, TX
Laura M. Trietsch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wimberley, TX 78676
Waitlist for new clients
Imagine coming to therapy, where you can unpack all your concerns, and be met with genuine care and zero judgment. Life sometimes seems like an exhausting or impossible challenge, especially when we face issues with mood, relationships, betrayal, trauma, health, transitions, addiction, grief and identity/faith crises. Sometimes, we don’t even know why we are struggling so much. If you feel like you are stuck in the past, fearful about the future, or simply overwhelmed, you have come to the right place. You don’t have to live this way! Hope, joy, peace and healthier relationships are potentially just around the corner!
Imagine coming to therapy, where you can unpack all your concerns, and be met with genuine care and zero judgment. Life sometimes seems like an exhausting or impossible challenge, especially when we face issues with mood, relationships, betrayal, trauma, health, transitions, addiction, grief and identity/faith crises. Sometimes, we don’t even know why we are struggling so much. If you feel like you are stuck in the past, fearful about the future, or simply overwhelmed, you have come to the right place. You don’t have to live this way! Hope, joy, peace and healthier relationships are potentially just around the corner!
(512) 270-2179 View (512) 270-2179
Photo of Cosmic Heart Counseling, LPC Associate in Bell County, TX
Cosmic Heart Counseling
LPC Associate, MA, LPC A, LMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78741
I am a counselor, author, meditation teacher, bodyworker, energy healer and intuitive. My specialties include therapy for highly sensitive people, recovery from abusive relationships and therapy for perinatal mental health. I love working with adults and children and including creative interventions such as art and music. My path to becoming a counselor started with my own trauma recovery journey where I learned so much about mind-body psychology, holistic healing, and developed many healing practices including breathwork, kundalini and vinyasa yoga, and sound healing.
I am a counselor, author, meditation teacher, bodyworker, energy healer and intuitive. My specialties include therapy for highly sensitive people, recovery from abusive relationships and therapy for perinatal mental health. I love working with adults and children and including creative interventions such as art and music. My path to becoming a counselor started with my own trauma recovery journey where I learned so much about mind-body psychology, holistic healing, and developed many healing practices including breathwork, kundalini and vinyasa yoga, and sound healing.
(737) 510-4694 View (737) 510-4694
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Brian Lee Sharp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC, LPC, NCC, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Do you second-guess your decisions while also dreading the future? Maybe it’s too hard to get going in the morning because you’re not sure what matters anymore. I’m guessing you’ve perhaps tried therapy or other treatments which may have helped temporarily, while your life eventually returned to the status quo. I’ve seen many people suffer for too long unnecessarily. That’s what makes me passionate about providing therapy that really makes a difference. I offer effective treatments for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and more. I also support those in the LGBTQ community, who may deal with these and other challenges.
Do you second-guess your decisions while also dreading the future? Maybe it’s too hard to get going in the morning because you’re not sure what matters anymore. I’m guessing you’ve perhaps tried therapy or other treatments which may have helped temporarily, while your life eventually returned to the status quo. I’ve seen many people suffer for too long unnecessarily. That’s what makes me passionate about providing therapy that really makes a difference. I offer effective treatments for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and more. I also support those in the LGBTQ community, who may deal with these and other challenges.
(254) 655-6691 View (254) 655-6691
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Michelle Sacksteder
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hutto, TX 78634
I am a pre-licensed professional supervised by Lindsey Heselbarth LPC-S. I use an affirming lens to support children, adolescents, and adults. Services may address neurodivergence, CPTSD, PTSD, chronic nervous system dysregulation, chronic pain, autoimmunity, helper profession burnout, giftedness, parenting, dissociation, and more. I offer virtual appointments to those in Texas and have in-person availability in Hutto.
I am a pre-licensed professional supervised by Lindsey Heselbarth LPC-S. I use an affirming lens to support children, adolescents, and adults. Services may address neurodivergence, CPTSD, PTSD, chronic nervous system dysregulation, chronic pain, autoimmunity, helper profession burnout, giftedness, parenting, dissociation, and more. I offer virtual appointments to those in Texas and have in-person availability in Hutto.
(737) 758-3721 View (737) 758-3721
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Venenzia Gonzalez-Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78754
Hi there! Our ancient bodies are wired for connection. As a decolonizing and gender-affirming therapist, I hold space for you with compassion and no-judgement, virtually or in nature. By exploring your relationships with the land, your ancestors, and community, we can work towards aligning your body, mind and spirit. We can identify tools to unstick patterns and behaviors that are no longer needed in your life. You are the expert of yourself; You get to determine how you want to flow in your life, and embrace your truest authentic self in the modern world around us.
Hi there! Our ancient bodies are wired for connection. As a decolonizing and gender-affirming therapist, I hold space for you with compassion and no-judgement, virtually or in nature. By exploring your relationships with the land, your ancestors, and community, we can work towards aligning your body, mind and spirit. We can identify tools to unstick patterns and behaviors that are no longer needed in your life. You are the expert of yourself; You get to determine how you want to flow in your life, and embrace your truest authentic self in the modern world around us.
(512) 546-3342 View (512) 546-3342
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Lauren A. Giles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704  (Online Only)
You're having an awakening and everything feels like it is crumbling around you. You're seeing things differently and through a new lens. You're feeling anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. You're grieving your old life. You're fed up and done with old cycles. You feel it's the time for a massive change. It's time to heal, integrate and alchemize the shadows of your past. It's time to empower yourself and rewrite your story. It's time to finally show up for you by embodying your most authentic, unique self. You’re making a choice to transform your life now.
You're having an awakening and everything feels like it is crumbling around you. You're seeing things differently and through a new lens. You're feeling anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. You're grieving your old life. You're fed up and done with old cycles. You feel it's the time for a massive change. It's time to heal, integrate and alchemize the shadows of your past. It's time to empower yourself and rewrite your story. It's time to finally show up for you by embodying your most authentic, unique self. You’re making a choice to transform your life now.
(361) 317-7821 View (361) 317-7821
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Anita Stoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
I bring 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist and 20 years as a meditation practitioner/teacher to my work with clients. My approach is both intuitive and practical. I help clients to untangle complicated feelings, decrease stress and anxiety, and work through self-limiting beliefs and patterns. I am committed to helping my clients live more fully, embracing all the parts of themselves. My approach is integrative and incorporates yoga, mindfulness, and other trauma-informed methods to support clients in developing a deep experience of feeling safe, connected and open to life unfolding in a positive direction.
I bring 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist and 20 years as a meditation practitioner/teacher to my work with clients. My approach is both intuitive and practical. I help clients to untangle complicated feelings, decrease stress and anxiety, and work through self-limiting beliefs and patterns. I am committed to helping my clients live more fully, embracing all the parts of themselves. My approach is integrative and incorporates yoga, mindfulness, and other trauma-informed methods to support clients in developing a deep experience of feeling safe, connected and open to life unfolding in a positive direction.
(512) 710-2622 View (512) 710-2622
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Nicole Vykoukal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW, RYT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78721
Welcome. I am a psychotherapist and yoga teacher with over 15 years of experience and training in trauma, grief, the human-animal bond, and body-mind-spirit wellness. My specialties are grief and loss (including pet loss), anxiety, depression, trauma, and people who consider themselves highly sensitive. My approach resonates with people who are intuitive, empathetic and crave a deeper, relational, and more intuitive approach to psychotherapy and healing.
Welcome. I am a psychotherapist and yoga teacher with over 15 years of experience and training in trauma, grief, the human-animal bond, and body-mind-spirit wellness. My specialties are grief and loss (including pet loss), anxiety, depression, trauma, and people who consider themselves highly sensitive. My approach resonates with people who are intuitive, empathetic and crave a deeper, relational, and more intuitive approach to psychotherapy and healing.
(512) 271-4068 View (512) 271-4068
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Dr. Jennifer McAdams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
51 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78702  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. I work with questioning or late identified "high masking" Autistic or ADHDer adult clients in Texas and most states in the US via online individual & group therapy, from a strengths-based and neurodivergent affirming approach. I also specialize in helping those who have experienced narcissistic abuse. I offer optional readings each session that I select especially for you and your current concerns, at no extra cost. I only conduct therapy and do not provide formal autism, ADHD, or other types of reports/letters/evaluations.
Currently accepting new clients. I work with questioning or late identified "high masking" Autistic or ADHDer adult clients in Texas and most states in the US via online individual & group therapy, from a strengths-based and neurodivergent affirming approach. I also specialize in helping those who have experienced narcissistic abuse. I offer optional readings each session that I select especially for you and your current concerns, at no extra cost. I only conduct therapy and do not provide formal autism, ADHD, or other types of reports/letters/evaluations.
(281) 239-9771 View (281) 239-9771
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Celia Lugo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78723
Waitlist for new clients
You might be dealing with some intense circumstances, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Having a nonjudgmental guide help sort through current and past pain can help make that process more manageable. As that guide, I am excited to help you turn down the volume of life's busyness, tune in to your inner self, and uncover unmet emotional needs. As you enter the safe haven of therapy each week, you will gain a freedom to be authentically you, learn how to better handle distress, and find ways to heal from past wounds that bog you down in current relationships.
You might be dealing with some intense circumstances, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Having a nonjudgmental guide help sort through current and past pain can help make that process more manageable. As that guide, I am excited to help you turn down the volume of life's busyness, tune in to your inner self, and uncover unmet emotional needs. As you enter the safe haven of therapy each week, you will gain a freedom to be authentically you, learn how to better handle distress, and find ways to heal from past wounds that bog you down in current relationships.
(512) 961-1526 View (512) 961-1526
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Katy Swafford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703  (Online Only)
Did you think you had this handled but it keeps coming up? Learning new coping strategies to change your behavior is often temporary but there is a better solution - change your brain. Recent research shows that the brain is flexible, it changed as you adapted to traumatic events and it can change again to recover original potentials. You can change your history.
Did you think you had this handled but it keeps coming up? Learning new coping strategies to change your behavior is often temporary but there is a better solution - change your brain. Recent research shows that the brain is flexible, it changed as you adapted to traumatic events and it can change again to recover original potentials. You can change your history.
(512) 768-4137 View (512) 768-4137
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Alicia Pace Psychotherapy LISW-CP, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78728
Accepting new clients and offering Brainspotting - a body-brain based trauma therapy. In this space, I hope you will feel understood by someone who is an HSP (highly sensitive person) & has been through various adversities and come out on the other side. I strive to help my clients flourish and navigate through their individual life challenges. I have expertise in the areas of highly sensitive persons, anxiety, depression, relational and developmental trauma, addiction, codependence and LGBTQ+.
Accepting new clients and offering Brainspotting - a body-brain based trauma therapy. In this space, I hope you will feel understood by someone who is an HSP (highly sensitive person) & has been through various adversities and come out on the other side. I strive to help my clients flourish and navigate through their individual life challenges. I have expertise in the areas of highly sensitive persons, anxiety, depression, relational and developmental trauma, addiction, codependence and LGBTQ+.
(979) 493-5076 View (979) 493-5076
Photo of Kimber-Lea Raef, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bell County, TX
Kimber-Lea Raef
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
You're stressed and exhausted from all you have to face. You’ve been following the same pattern with relief and progress out of reach. Maybe you believe a fresh perspective will get you closer to the shift you're needing. If you're ready for something different, therapy can give you a place to find your way. Yes, you're allowed to take a breath and get a fresh perspective so you can move forward instead of two steps back. You don't have to keep feeling broken; humans need connection in order to heal. I'm honored to witness your story, dig alongside you for solutions, and hold space as you reconnect with your vision, and values.
You're stressed and exhausted from all you have to face. You’ve been following the same pattern with relief and progress out of reach. Maybe you believe a fresh perspective will get you closer to the shift you're needing. If you're ready for something different, therapy can give you a place to find your way. Yes, you're allowed to take a breath and get a fresh perspective so you can move forward instead of two steps back. You don't have to keep feeling broken; humans need connection in order to heal. I'm honored to witness your story, dig alongside you for solutions, and hold space as you reconnect with your vision, and values.
(512) 312-7904 View (512) 312-7904

Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.