Therapists in West Lake Hills, TX
Vickie Schafer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I work with those 16 years and older with a range of struggles, including adjustment to life stressors, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I also have experience and am passionate about working with individuals and couples (including LGBTQ+) struggling to build/grow their families with assisted/3rd party reproduction (IUI, IVF, donor egg/sperm, gestational surrogacy) and/or adoption. My goal is to provide support throughout the pregnancy journey, including pregnancy loss, traumatic birth, NICU support, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I am also skilled in helping parents manage challenges including sleep issues and tantrums.
I work with those 16 years and older with a range of struggles, including adjustment to life stressors, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I also have experience and am passionate about working with individuals and couples (including LGBTQ+) struggling to build/grow their families with assisted/3rd party reproduction (IUI, IVF, donor egg/sperm, gestational surrogacy) and/or adoption. My goal is to provide support throughout the pregnancy journey, including pregnancy loss, traumatic birth, NICU support, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I am also skilled in helping parents manage challenges including sleep issues and tantrums.
Jennifer Heggem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Sometimes life will bring difficulties that challenge our ability to experience it to the fullest and meet our potential. Helping you to navigate the tough parts of your life and discover your true potential for success and happiness is what I enjoy most in my practice. I have spent several years working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, relational problems, life transitions, self-harm, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
Sometimes life will bring difficulties that challenge our ability to experience it to the fullest and meet our potential. Helping you to navigate the tough parts of your life and discover your true potential for success and happiness is what I enjoy most in my practice. I have spent several years working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, relational problems, life transitions, self-harm, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
Marissa Blankenship
LCSW
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience working with children, adolescents, families, individuals, couples, veterans, active duty, and first responders.
Welcome! Often I hear am I broken? Is there hope? Will it get better? Will I get better? Can I get through my past? The answer is yes. This is the first step to become a better you. My end goal is to empower you to address the struggles head on and then overcome them. I will then support you on your journey to reach the goals that you desire.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience working with children, adolescents, families, individuals, couples, veterans, active duty, and first responders.
Welcome! Often I hear am I broken? Is there hope? Will it get better? Will I get better? Can I get through my past? The answer is yes. This is the first step to become a better you. My end goal is to empower you to address the struggles head on and then overcome them. I will then support you on your journey to reach the goals that you desire.
Joan Clayton
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking professional help is a significant and empowering personal decision. It’s an opportunity to sort through troubling thoughts and feelings, overcome obstacles, and search for new solutions and pathways for positive change and growth. It’s an acknowledgement of the desire and need to look at one’s life from a different perspective. I believe one of the most important components for guiding clients through this process is the establishment of a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. Within this framework, I strive to offer understanding, reassurance, acceptance, and hope.
Seeking professional help is a significant and empowering personal decision. It’s an opportunity to sort through troubling thoughts and feelings, overcome obstacles, and search for new solutions and pathways for positive change and growth. It’s an acknowledgement of the desire and need to look at one’s life from a different perspective. I believe one of the most important components for guiding clients through this process is the establishment of a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. Within this framework, I strive to offer understanding, reassurance, acceptance, and hope.
Mia Mattingly
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I specialize in helping adult individuals, couples/intimate partnerships, and families find support and healing when faced with challenges related to grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, mistrust, an inability to form or keep meaningful relationships, and self-hatred. I have a plethora of experience working with trauma and its related diagnoses, neurodivergence, gender/sexual identity, and grief (including terminal illness/caretaking, infertility, and disenfranchised grief.) For couples/intimate partnerships, I enjoy working with relationships featuring the above, with long histories of resentment and relational wounds.
I specialize in helping adult individuals, couples/intimate partnerships, and families find support and healing when faced with challenges related to grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, mistrust, an inability to form or keep meaningful relationships, and self-hatred. I have a plethora of experience working with trauma and its related diagnoses, neurodivergence, gender/sexual identity, and grief (including terminal illness/caretaking, infertility, and disenfranchised grief.) For couples/intimate partnerships, I enjoy working with relationships featuring the above, with long histories of resentment and relational wounds.
Dr. Jason B. Fischer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, BCN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
18 years of counseling experience. Former Buddhist monk and author of The Two Truths About Love: The Art & Wisdom of Extraordinary Relationships (New Harbinger Press, 2013), specializing in couples counseling, conflict resolution, and personal/interpersonal wellness. I help individuals learn how to understand, manage, and transform emotional distress, increase clarity about self and others, and become empowered to achieve their highest ambitions for life by deepening true wisdom. To learn more about me, my atypical philosophies, and my unique approach to counseling, you may visit my website at www.jasonbfischer.com.
18 years of counseling experience. Former Buddhist monk and author of The Two Truths About Love: The Art & Wisdom of Extraordinary Relationships (New Harbinger Press, 2013), specializing in couples counseling, conflict resolution, and personal/interpersonal wellness. I help individuals learn how to understand, manage, and transform emotional distress, increase clarity about self and others, and become empowered to achieve their highest ambitions for life by deepening true wisdom. To learn more about me, my atypical philosophies, and my unique approach to counseling, you may visit my website at www.jasonbfischer.com.
David Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I specialize in working on issues such as anxiety, relationship problems, men's issues, depression, anger problems, school/work issues, sexual difficulties, substance abuse, grief and loss, spiritual challenges, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or anxious in your life or relationship? My understanding is that life involves all of who we are - the interplay between mind, emotions, body, and spirit. If something feels out of balance or lacking in your life, causing you anxiety, depression, anger, self-doubt, confusion, or a feeling of things being out of control, then my approach to counseling can help. I have found that increasing one's self awareness and self acceptance are the building blocks of any change process, and I will work with you to honor your process while identifying your preferred direction for positive change.
I specialize in working on issues such as anxiety, relationship problems, men's issues, depression, anger problems, school/work issues, sexual difficulties, substance abuse, grief and loss, spiritual challenges, and life transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or anxious in your life or relationship? My understanding is that life involves all of who we are - the interplay between mind, emotions, body, and spirit. If something feels out of balance or lacking in your life, causing you anxiety, depression, anger, self-doubt, confusion, or a feeling of things being out of control, then my approach to counseling can help. I have found that increasing one's self awareness and self acceptance are the building blocks of any change process, and I will work with you to honor your process while identifying your preferred direction for positive change.
Jennifer Hur
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. I'm here to walk alongside you through this journey of healing and growth. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, trauma, stress, communication problems and relational problems – to name a few. I have over three years of working as a school counselor and over ten years of working with children and adolescents in community settings. I am currently working towards being certified in Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. I'm here to walk alongside you through this journey of healing and growth. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, trauma, stress, communication problems and relational problems – to name a few. I have over three years of working as a school counselor and over ten years of working with children and adolescents in community settings. I am currently working towards being certified in Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Victoria Shackelford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MA, LPC, NCC, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Do you feel your partner does not hear what is important to you? Out of control behavior drives away the very person you want to hear what you are concerned about.
If you or you adolescent child are struggling with the effects of life changing stressful and traumatic events, such as domestic violence, sexual assault, the death of a loved one, the breakup of a long term marriage or a once loving relationship and are seeking help to make your way through the chaos---consider archetypal psychotherapy to make meaning from the way we engage these traumatic difficulties and learn skills for transforming your approach to life.
I provide Jungian Psychotherapy services for couples, adults and adolescents suffering, Trauma, Anxiety, PTSD, depression, grief, anger and loss of meaning in life.
Do you feel your partner does not hear what is important to you? Out of control behavior drives away the very person you want to hear what you are concerned about.
If you or you adolescent child are struggling with the effects of life changing stressful and traumatic events, such as domestic violence, sexual assault, the death of a loved one, the breakup of a long term marriage or a once loving relationship and are seeking help to make your way through the chaos---consider archetypal psychotherapy to make meaning from the way we engage these traumatic difficulties and learn skills for transforming your approach to life.
I provide Jungian Psychotherapy services for couples, adults and adolescents suffering, Trauma, Anxiety, PTSD, depression, grief, anger and loss of meaning in life.
Karen Thompson, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I work mainly with adults as individuals, as couples and in groups.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with clients. My work is based upon my belief that human beings are inherently good and yet all too often adopt limiting belief systems and habitual behavioral patterns which keep us from realizing our true nature. I work with clients who wish to regain their balance and integrity and assist them in learning how to live the lives they intuitively know they are meant to live. Clients often present with depression, anxiety and/or relationship difficulties and seek to feel better and sustain more on-going joy, love, and harmony in their lives.
I work mainly with adults as individuals, as couples and in groups.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with clients. My work is based upon my belief that human beings are inherently good and yet all too often adopt limiting belief systems and habitual behavioral patterns which keep us from realizing our true nature. I work with clients who wish to regain their balance and integrity and assist them in learning how to live the lives they intuitively know they are meant to live. Clients often present with depression, anxiety and/or relationship difficulties and seek to feel better and sustain more on-going joy, love, and harmony in their lives.
Amanda C Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Therapy is a special relationship that fosters behavioral and thought changes while increasing personal growth through the creation of a secure environment. Through effective communication, therapeutic techniques, and positive support together we can work on the difficulties and struggles in your and your family's lives. I enjoy working with individuals and families struggling with a variety of issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, self-esteem and trauma. I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for the past 10 years in a variety of therapeutic settings.
Therapy is a special relationship that fosters behavioral and thought changes while increasing personal growth through the creation of a secure environment. Through effective communication, therapeutic techniques, and positive support together we can work on the difficulties and struggles in your and your family's lives. I enjoy working with individuals and families struggling with a variety of issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, self-esteem and trauma. I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for the past 10 years in a variety of therapeutic settings.
Penni Patterson, LCSW, MBA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
As a therapist with 25 years of experience and extensive training, I understand the complexities of suffering and the healing process. Professional peers have described me as "exceptionally attuned," "warmly down to earth" and "to the point." I offer a compassionate, accepting, and wise presence to the therapy relationship. Because this relationship is paramount to your therapy experience, I offer a free initial consultation so that we can meet. I believe that human beings have an amazing ability to gain insight and create change in their lives and am dedicated to this process for clients, myself and all beings.
As a therapist with 25 years of experience and extensive training, I understand the complexities of suffering and the healing process. Professional peers have described me as "exceptionally attuned," "warmly down to earth" and "to the point." I offer a compassionate, accepting, and wise presence to the therapy relationship. Because this relationship is paramount to your therapy experience, I offer a free initial consultation so that we can meet. I believe that human beings have an amazing ability to gain insight and create change in their lives and am dedicated to this process for clients, myself and all beings.
Jennifer Spradley Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
A psychotherapist practicing for 25 years, I'm passionate about treating couples and individuals with relationship issues, anxiety and depression.
I believe that we all have the strengths necessary to shift thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to meet our full potential, and I enjoy helping people on their journey of self-awareness, healing, and empowerment. I approach therapy with compassion and great respect for my clients, and am able to help people identify and access their personal strengths necessary to overcome challenges so that they can live a more satisfying life.
A psychotherapist practicing for 25 years, I'm passionate about treating couples and individuals with relationship issues, anxiety and depression.
I believe that we all have the strengths necessary to shift thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to meet our full potential, and I enjoy helping people on their journey of self-awareness, healing, and empowerment. I approach therapy with compassion and great respect for my clients, and am able to help people identify and access their personal strengths necessary to overcome challenges so that they can live a more satisfying life.
Jessica Buss
Psychologist, PhD, BCB
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I work with individuals, couples, and families, with a special interest in adolescents/teens and helping them find their healthy path.
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.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, with a special interest in adolescents/teens and helping them find their healthy path.
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.
Austin Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Our team of therapists at Austin Counseling Associates specializes in the following: couples and individual therapy, grief counseling, anger management, CBT, mood disorders (depression and anxiety), major life changes, parenting issues, communication / boundary issues, stress management, interpersonal struggles and conflict resolution.
Finding answers, resolutions, and ultimately healing in the middle of some of life's most difficult times can be challenging. Help is about being guided to internal solutions that may be hidden by the intensity of the pain or the complexity of the challenge. Austin Counseling Associates can help. As practitioners of counseling arts, we are deeply committed to being present, connected, creative, and caring. Through the use of these attributes, we seek to guide clients down a path of discovery...a path to healing one's self. We are currently accepting new patients for individual, couples, and family therapy.
Our team of therapists at Austin Counseling Associates specializes in the following: couples and individual therapy, grief counseling, anger management, CBT, mood disorders (depression and anxiety), major life changes, parenting issues, communication / boundary issues, stress management, interpersonal struggles and conflict resolution.
Finding answers, resolutions, and ultimately healing in the middle of some of life's most difficult times can be challenging. Help is about being guided to internal solutions that may be hidden by the intensity of the pain or the complexity of the challenge. Austin Counseling Associates can help. As practitioners of counseling arts, we are deeply committed to being present, connected, creative, and caring. Through the use of these attributes, we seek to guide clients down a path of discovery...a path to healing one's self. We are currently accepting new patients for individual, couples, and family therapy.
Rachel Spiess (Ziegler)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, BHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Not accepting new clients as I transition into maternity leave through January 2025. Shutting off the "inner critic" can often feel impossible. As such, most of the adults I treat struggle with negative beliefs about themselves in addition to anxiety/depression, body dysmorphia/low self-esteem, heartbreak/relationship problems or early attachment wounds/relational trauma. Supporting college students and young professionals who are navigating adulthood and the myriad of personal and professional challenges that can arise during this time is a passion of mine. I also enjoy supporting perfectionists and high-achieving individuals.
Not accepting new clients as I transition into maternity leave through January 2025. Shutting off the "inner critic" can often feel impossible. As such, most of the adults I treat struggle with negative beliefs about themselves in addition to anxiety/depression, body dysmorphia/low self-esteem, heartbreak/relationship problems or early attachment wounds/relational trauma. Supporting college students and young professionals who are navigating adulthood and the myriad of personal and professional challenges that can arise during this time is a passion of mine. I also enjoy supporting perfectionists and high-achieving individuals.
Kenyatta Peoples
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
Hello. I see clients who are seeking professional support to address specific psychological or emotional concerns. Clients who are invested in their treatment and are open to creating change. Presenting concerns may range from relationship difficulties; anxiety; depression; grief/loss; trauma; struggling with self-worth; or facing challenges in coping with daily life. With a formal approach, I am committed to utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques to suit your unique needs. Together, we can work towards achieving your goals and fostering personal growth in a professional; supportive; and non-judgmental environment.
Hello. I see clients who are seeking professional support to address specific psychological or emotional concerns. Clients who are invested in their treatment and are open to creating change. Presenting concerns may range from relationship difficulties; anxiety; depression; grief/loss; trauma; struggling with self-worth; or facing challenges in coping with daily life. With a formal approach, I am committed to utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques to suit your unique needs. Together, we can work towards achieving your goals and fostering personal growth in a professional; supportive; and non-judgmental environment.
Chris Byrne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I believe that the deepest healing happens when therapy is rooted in connection, empathy, and compassion, so my first goal is to create an environment in which you feel understood and supported. Likewise, I believe we are truly whole when our most important relationships are thriving – including our relationship with ourselves. Strengthening these relationships is a primary focus of my therapeutic approach, along with the attainment of embodiment and mindfulness. I work from a psychodynamic and experiential perspective to guide you towards an experience of authenticity and alignment with yourself, others, and the world.
I believe that the deepest healing happens when therapy is rooted in connection, empathy, and compassion, so my first goal is to create an environment in which you feel understood and supported. Likewise, I believe we are truly whole when our most important relationships are thriving – including our relationship with ourselves. Strengthening these relationships is a primary focus of my therapeutic approach, along with the attainment of embodiment and mindfulness. I work from a psychodynamic and experiential perspective to guide you towards an experience of authenticity and alignment with yourself, others, and the world.
Three Oaks Counseling & Psychiatry
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
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.
Alexander Leerburger-Mahl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of depression, anxiety, or overthinking? If you find it challenging to advocate for yourself, come talk to me! Whether you’re seeking help for the above, or topics such as LGBTQ+ issues, lack of direction, career issues, or something else entirely, I want to help! Together, we will work on strategies that will allow you to address the root cause of said difficulty and build meaningful connections and confidence. It can be difficult and overwhelming to begin the counseling process but remember that asking for help is a sign of strength. Let's create a judgment-free, safe, and exciting sesh.
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of depression, anxiety, or overthinking? If you find it challenging to advocate for yourself, come talk to me! Whether you’re seeking help for the above, or topics such as LGBTQ+ issues, lack of direction, career issues, or something else entirely, I want to help! Together, we will work on strategies that will allow you to address the root cause of said difficulty and build meaningful connections and confidence. It can be difficult and overwhelming to begin the counseling process but remember that asking for help is a sign of strength. Let's create a judgment-free, safe, and exciting sesh.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.