Therapists in 78703
Moonstone clinicians are skilled in working with a wide-range of issues such as grief & loss, trauma, anxiety and depression.
Moonstone Counseling serves people across the lifespan. Clinicians specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. We also offer couples and family therapy. Clients come to Moonstone because they are seeking a therapist who is compassionate, reliable and understands the impact of living in a complex world. In additional to traditional psychotherapy, Moonstone also offers Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which is grounded in relationship and integration. We believe therapy should be accessible and we proudly accept insurance.
Moonstone clinicians are skilled in working with a wide-range of issues such as grief & loss, trauma, anxiety and depression.
Moonstone Counseling serves people across the lifespan. Clinicians specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. We also offer couples and family therapy. Clients come to Moonstone because they are seeking a therapist who is compassionate, reliable and understands the impact of living in a complex world. In additional to traditional psychotherapy, Moonstone also offers Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which is grounded in relationship and integration. We believe therapy should be accessible and we proudly accept insurance.
Not all wounds are visible, therapy is a way to heal from within. I provide support through the process of mental health wellness to address anxiety, anger, addiction, depression, work stress, relationship conflicts or adjusting to the challenges of life. Together, we will work on strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties.
Not all wounds are visible, therapy is a way to heal from within. I provide support through the process of mental health wellness to address anxiety, anger, addiction, depression, work stress, relationship conflicts or adjusting to the challenges of life. Together, we will work on strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults around the issues of trauma, adoption, substance use, depression, self-harm, family conflict, and life transitions. I know these time periods in life are especially challenging, and no problem is too big or too small for therapy. I am here as a resource to handle the extreme life events, or if you simply need to process. If you are feeling like you don't know what could possibly make life more manageable or how to stop behaviors that are no longer helpful, I can be of help. Teens and young adults are my passion, and I have seen I am able to deeply connect with them.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults around the issues of trauma, adoption, substance use, depression, self-harm, family conflict, and life transitions. I know these time periods in life are especially challenging, and no problem is too big or too small for therapy. I am here as a resource to handle the extreme life events, or if you simply need to process. If you are feeling like you don't know what could possibly make life more manageable or how to stop behaviors that are no longer helpful, I can be of help. Teens and young adults are my passion, and I have seen I am able to deeply connect with them.
Cheryl L. Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW , LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
I have extensive experience with adolescents and adults in various settings providing interventions for depression, anxiety, addictions, grief/loss, trauma, relationships, women's issues, and life transitions.
Are you embarking upon a major life transition or in need of a emotional breakthrough? Are you having difficulties discovering your life's work or purpose? Do you want to create a positive, meaningful change, however do not feel motivated, inspired and/ or have all the tools to do so? I am here to collaborate and assist you in facilitating this process. I am passionate about creating a warm, supportive, confidential, therapeutic environment and building a rapport with each individual client.
I have extensive experience with adolescents and adults in various settings providing interventions for depression, anxiety, addictions, grief/loss, trauma, relationships, women's issues, and life transitions.
Are you embarking upon a major life transition or in need of a emotional breakthrough? Are you having difficulties discovering your life's work or purpose? Do you want to create a positive, meaningful change, however do not feel motivated, inspired and/ or have all the tools to do so? I am here to collaborate and assist you in facilitating this process. I am passionate about creating a warm, supportive, confidential, therapeutic environment and building a rapport with each individual client.
Laura Elizabeth Forrester
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
I work with adult clients & have clinical experience in the following areas: Addiction/Substance Use, Eating Disorders, PTSD/Trauma, Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Self-Esteem, Co-Occurring Disorders, Sexual/Physical Abuse, Mood Disorders, Crisis Intervention, Codependency, Women’s Issues, LGBTQIA+ Issues, Sex-Work.
Hello! I believe in the value of connection and authenticity. My therapeutic approach comes from a deep-seeded belief that all humans are worthy of love and compassion. I believe that each person needs different things and it is my hope to be available to you to offer guidance, support, empathy, compassion, and acceptance without judgement. I deeply value diversity and inclusivity, and connecting with my clients is of the utmost importance to me. My goal is to be present for my clients and for them to feel safe in sharing their stories with me.
I work with adult clients & have clinical experience in the following areas: Addiction/Substance Use, Eating Disorders, PTSD/Trauma, Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Self-Esteem, Co-Occurring Disorders, Sexual/Physical Abuse, Mood Disorders, Crisis Intervention, Codependency, Women’s Issues, LGBTQIA+ Issues, Sex-Work.
Hello! I believe in the value of connection and authenticity. My therapeutic approach comes from a deep-seeded belief that all humans are worthy of love and compassion. I believe that each person needs different things and it is my hope to be available to you to offer guidance, support, empathy, compassion, and acceptance without judgement. I deeply value diversity and inclusivity, and connecting with my clients is of the utmost importance to me. My goal is to be present for my clients and for them to feel safe in sharing their stories with me.
I do not shy away from grief, depression, anxiety or trauma.
My experience in working with clients has taught me that I am not the perfect therapist for everyone. I use metaphors and my writing background to help clients view their worlds in a different way. I have trained with EMDR and utilize it with clients to assist in managing trauma. I have worked with clients struggling with addictions of many kinds, and I utilize ACT and narrative therapy on a regular basis.
I do not shy away from grief, depression, anxiety or trauma.
My experience in working with clients has taught me that I am not the perfect therapist for everyone. I use metaphors and my writing background to help clients view their worlds in a different way. I have trained with EMDR and utilize it with clients to assist in managing trauma. I have worked with clients struggling with addictions of many kinds, and I utilize ACT and narrative therapy on a regular basis.
TheraPride Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt lost, misunderstood, unappreciated, lonely, broken, or stuck? What about angry, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or heartbroken? Maybe you have been persecuted, afraid, confused, hopeless, or helpless? If your answer to any of these is YES, then you are not alone! These are normal human experiences many of us go through at some point during our lives and there is no shame in being human. Our team is here to listen and provide you with the compassion, support, and authenticity you deserve. We are human just like you and understand how challenging life can be. Together, we can work to find you peace and healing.
Have you ever felt lost, misunderstood, unappreciated, lonely, broken, or stuck? What about angry, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or heartbroken? Maybe you have been persecuted, afraid, confused, hopeless, or helpless? If your answer to any of these is YES, then you are not alone! These are normal human experiences many of us go through at some point during our lives and there is no shame in being human. Our team is here to listen and provide you with the compassion, support, and authenticity you deserve. We are human just like you and understand how challenging life can be. Together, we can work to find you peace and healing.
Kristin Shanahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
If you struggle with loneliness, depression and anxiety. If you struggle in your relationships to feel fulfilled and nourished because of experiences in your childhood, we are a good fit! This can include parental neglect, alcoholism, abandonment, and abuse. You function well but often times feel that it is not enough and feel that you just aren't doing things the right way. I work in a direct but compassionate way to navigate through these painful experiences in order to get more of your needs met and to experience more fulfilling relationships. We work together to find what suits you and your needs.
If you struggle with loneliness, depression and anxiety. If you struggle in your relationships to feel fulfilled and nourished because of experiences in your childhood, we are a good fit! This can include parental neglect, alcoholism, abandonment, and abuse. You function well but often times feel that it is not enough and feel that you just aren't doing things the right way. I work in a direct but compassionate way to navigate through these painful experiences in order to get more of your needs met and to experience more fulfilling relationships. We work together to find what suits you and your needs.
Christopher Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, CSAT-S, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
After battling addiction for many years, I discovered a new way to live through psychotherapy, the 12-steps, physical fitness, & spiritual practice. Ramtha said, "Your greatest accomplishment in life will be living through it." Today, living is my way of life. Today, I can look at myself in the mirror without shame, guilt, sadness, & self-hatred. I can appreciate my past & not run from it. I can form meaningful loving relationships with others because I have first learned how to love myself. I have learned how to overcome obstacles and cope with worry, anxiety, & depression. I have learned to enjoy every moment, good or bad...
After battling addiction for many years, I discovered a new way to live through psychotherapy, the 12-steps, physical fitness, & spiritual practice. Ramtha said, "Your greatest accomplishment in life will be living through it." Today, living is my way of life. Today, I can look at myself in the mirror without shame, guilt, sadness, & self-hatred. I can appreciate my past & not run from it. I can form meaningful loving relationships with others because I have first learned how to love myself. I have learned how to overcome obstacles and cope with worry, anxiety, & depression. I have learned to enjoy every moment, good or bad...
Between you and the things around you which cause pain, suffering, and unhappiness is space. The space to look at yourself and your experiences. In that space we can find clarity and peace. I will work with you to guide your healing at your pace. My experience with trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, parenting, acculturation, and crisis intervention is here to help you. My treatment modalities are based in the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Walk and Talk Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Between you and the things around you which cause pain, suffering, and unhappiness is space. The space to look at yourself and your experiences. In that space we can find clarity and peace. I will work with you to guide your healing at your pace. My experience with trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, parenting, acculturation, and crisis intervention is here to help you. My treatment modalities are based in the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Walk and Talk Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
My areas of expertise are trauma, family of origin concerns, parent coaching, anxiety and depression.
Hello! My name is Leah and I use she/her pronouns. I’ve been a practicing clinical social worker for over 10 years. I would describe my therapeutic approach as warm and collaborative with a focus on building safe and inclusive spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity, and insight. I believe in the importance of choice to establish a foundation on which clients can engage in therapy as their authentic selves and I value humor and transparency along the way.
My areas of expertise are trauma, family of origin concerns, parent coaching, anxiety and depression.
Hello! My name is Leah and I use she/her pronouns. I’ve been a practicing clinical social worker for over 10 years. I would describe my therapeutic approach as warm and collaborative with a focus on building safe and inclusive spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity, and insight. I believe in the importance of choice to establish a foundation on which clients can engage in therapy as their authentic selves and I value humor and transparency along the way.
Heather Velasquez (Hello Light Counseling Pllc)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
Supporting women's emotional wellness and personal growth is the focus of my practice. Helping women find healing and balance in this world that demands so much of us is my passion. I work with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, confidence and assertiveness needs and "stuck" patterns or habits. I also specialize in supporting the mental health of women in perimenopause or menopause or those living with chronic conditions such as endometriosis or other chronic illnesses.
Supporting women's emotional wellness and personal growth is the focus of my practice. Helping women find healing and balance in this world that demands so much of us is my passion. I work with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, confidence and assertiveness needs and "stuck" patterns or habits. I also specialize in supporting the mental health of women in perimenopause or menopause or those living with chronic conditions such as endometriosis or other chronic illnesses.
Thank you for stopping by. For more info about my services, please visit www.MyAustinTherapist.com. A psychologist for 20 years, my goal is to help bring positive change to all aspects of your life and your future. It may be through helping you feel good again, improving your self-esteem, developing better relationships, leading a more rewarding life, or achieving your goals; to be empowered, cope with stress or help with identity development.
Thank you for stopping by. For more info about my services, please visit www.MyAustinTherapist.com. A psychologist for 20 years, my goal is to help bring positive change to all aspects of your life and your future. It may be through helping you feel good again, improving your self-esteem, developing better relationships, leading a more rewarding life, or achieving your goals; to be empowered, cope with stress or help with identity development.
Hi, I'm the clinical director at Austin Integrative Counseling and Training Center. You can learn about me and the group through our website at: inaustincounseling.com. In short, I've been practicing for more than 26 years and I am as dedicated to the art of therapy as when I started. Relationships are the foundation of good health and sense of well-being -- whether the relationship is with others or with yourself. Sometimes we need to start with the relationship with ourselves, sometimes we can go straight to the relationships with others. Either way, I'm here to help you find your way to what your are wanting in life
Hi, I'm the clinical director at Austin Integrative Counseling and Training Center. You can learn about me and the group through our website at: inaustincounseling.com. In short, I've been practicing for more than 26 years and I am as dedicated to the art of therapy as when I started. Relationships are the foundation of good health and sense of well-being -- whether the relationship is with others or with yourself. Sometimes we need to start with the relationship with ourselves, sometimes we can go straight to the relationships with others. Either way, I'm here to help you find your way to what your are wanting in life
I specialize in empowering individual people to take charge of their lives and create the life they want to have both internally and in their relationships with the significant people in their lives.
I specialize in empowering individual people to take charge of their lives and create the life they want to have both internally and in their relationships with the significant people in their lives.
What is psychodynamic psychotherapy? It’s therapy that recognizes that symptoms, problems, and struggles have meaning and that learning about their meaning––especially meaning that is outside our awareness––allows us to see our struggles in context and make better choices based on new learning about ourselves. Therapy works best when it feels like a safe place to engage in a process of curious exploration. Through understanding and being understood, most people find they can make clearer choices, take charge of their lives, build healthier relationships.
What is psychodynamic psychotherapy? It’s therapy that recognizes that symptoms, problems, and struggles have meaning and that learning about their meaning––especially meaning that is outside our awareness––allows us to see our struggles in context and make better choices based on new learning about ourselves. Therapy works best when it feels like a safe place to engage in a process of curious exploration. Through understanding and being understood, most people find they can make clearer choices, take charge of their lives, build healthier relationships.
We are a group therapy practice who works with adolescents, young adults, as well as adult populations. We provide individual, group, and family therapy. We work with clients to help them achieve a greater sense of awareness so that they may identify patterns and behaviors that interfere with living the life they want. We work with clients who tend to struggle with negative self-talk, which can manifest for some as disordered eating or a lack of self-compassion. We work with clients to understand and improve these parts of themselves. We also strive to instill a sense of hope, as we think this an important part of the process.
We are a group therapy practice who works with adolescents, young adults, as well as adult populations. We provide individual, group, and family therapy. We work with clients to help them achieve a greater sense of awareness so that they may identify patterns and behaviors that interfere with living the life they want. We work with clients who tend to struggle with negative self-talk, which can manifest for some as disordered eating or a lack of self-compassion. We work with clients to understand and improve these parts of themselves. We also strive to instill a sense of hope, as we think this an important part of the process.
Do you take care of others and have little time to take care of yourself? Do you enjoy movement and value relationships, yet it’s challenging to fit those into your schedule? Are you looking to connect more deeply with yourself or others, yet unsure how to get started? You don’t have to do these things alone. I offer walk and talk therapy, an innovative approach that combines the benefits of walking, therapy, and nature. Side by side and step by step we work together toward your therapy goals. You will set the pace both emotionally and, on our walks as I guide and support you.
Do you take care of others and have little time to take care of yourself? Do you enjoy movement and value relationships, yet it’s challenging to fit those into your schedule? Are you looking to connect more deeply with yourself or others, yet unsure how to get started? You don’t have to do these things alone. I offer walk and talk therapy, an innovative approach that combines the benefits of walking, therapy, and nature. Side by side and step by step we work together toward your therapy goals. You will set the pace both emotionally and, on our walks as I guide and support you.
Contemplating any change can be daunting, but here you are, reaching out, exploring. Seeing a therapist can be the first step along a new path. Change takes time, and we can go at your pace, walking together on a path you determine. Whether you are looking at a life transition, worried about how substance use is affecting you, grieving a loss or dealing with a chronic illness, together we will begin the process of examining where you are, working together to shift to a place that brings you fulfillment and to help you reach your goals.
Contemplating any change can be daunting, but here you are, reaching out, exploring. Seeing a therapist can be the first step along a new path. Change takes time, and we can go at your pace, walking together on a path you determine. Whether you are looking at a life transition, worried about how substance use is affecting you, grieving a loss or dealing with a chronic illness, together we will begin the process of examining where you are, working together to shift to a place that brings you fulfillment and to help you reach your goals.
Michelle Silva Segura
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
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Deciding to take those initial first steps toward seeking help through psychotherapy can be challenging. Some initial concerns may include, "How will I know if the therapist is competent?" "What if they judge me?" "Will I feel comfortable telling them what I am really feeling and thinking?"
These concerns are extremely common in trying to find the right therapist for you. The key phrase is "the right therapist for YOU..." Everyone is different with different needs. I encourage you to read about my experience and the services I provide in to see if I may be the right therapist for you.
Deciding to take those initial first steps toward seeking help through psychotherapy can be challenging. Some initial concerns may include, "How will I know if the therapist is competent?" "What if they judge me?" "Will I feel comfortable telling them what I am really feeling and thinking?"
These concerns are extremely common in trying to find the right therapist for you. The key phrase is "the right therapist for YOU..." Everyone is different with different needs. I encourage you to read about my experience and the services I provide in to see if I may be the right therapist for you.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.