Therapists in Austin, TX

I am a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, educator, and researcher specializing in the mental health and well-being of adults and older adults. My mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore their unique experiences and challenges. I hold expertise in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and family conflicts. Additionally, my extensive training in Alzheimer's disease and dementia care allows me to support individuals living with dementia and their family caregivers. Your well-being is my priority, and I am dedicated to supporting you in your path to a more fulfilling life.

Depression, Anxiety and low self esteem, hinders our Happiness, peace of mind. If they are keeping you stagnant, it's time to get some professional help. My knowledge originates in the wisdom of the East and the pragmatism of the West. One encourages us to be patient with ourselves to nurture slow and steady progress.The other helps us guide our thoughts and feelings into action. Both approaches enable me to listen to your concerns and help you find the solutions you need. I encourage you to call or email, to see if we can make a team towards your future emotional growth.

As a counselor, my utmost priority is to be able to provide my clients with a space where they can feel safe to be who they are without judgment or expectation. I believe that everyone has the potential to be the best version of themselves. I am an avid lover of anime, video games, and K-pop which I include in my therapeutic practice. I love using examples from pop culture as a means to relate to my clients and/or provide them with a different perspective. I love to incorporate video games in session. The video game itself can either be a therapeutic tool that we can use to learn more about you or can be a means to break the ice.

Congratulations on taking a step towards your healing. I know how important it is to find someone with whom you feel safe and can guide you in meeting your goals. So thank you for your interest in me as your potential therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California in 2011. I have over a decade of experience in the health and mental health fields including community health, community mental health, and hospice.

Are you feeling trapped in certain areas of your life? Do you struggle to comprehend your own inner thoughts and navigate through challenging situations? If that's the case, therapy provides a safe haven for you to delve into these areas and gain clarity for what lies ahead. Together, we will delve deep into the amalgamation of your thoughts, emotions, experiences, and patterns, untangling the intricacies that define your identity. Through this journey, we will strive for profound comprehension and stronger connections, reshaping how you perceive yourself, interact with others, and engage with the world around you.

Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision and finding the right fit is crucial to the therapeutic process. We are licensed and experienced therapists helping individuals and families develop coping skills for anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and other life issues. Our goal is to explore ways to improve the quality of your life, while helping you adjust through various life transitions.

I enjoy working with clients struggling with history of trauma including sexual trauma, physical trauma or emotional trauma. My focus in therapy is to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety and PTSD. I grew up in China and I have lived in the United States for the past 10 years. I speak both Chinese and English and my multicultural background help me understand clients better thus, making progresses easier.

I draw on a wide range of psychological theories and techniques to assist my clients in cutting through the confusion and beliefs that may be holding them back from achieving their personal and professional goals. I encourage pragmatic solutions to the complexities of modern life. My practice focuses on adults, both individuals and couples. Common topics include: depression and anxiety, relationships, stress management, mid-life, chronic pain/health concerns, confidence/self esteem, parenting, addiction and recovery, sexual identity, aging. I also give individual consultations on career choice, career advancement, improving work performance, managing employees, project completion.

Psychotherapy and counseling can occur on an individual basis, with couples and , and in group settings. My practice includes serving people from a broad cultural, psychosocial, and sexual identity and orientation spectrum and includes helping people: who have experienced significant trauma, including complex and relational trauma; people challenged with dissociative characteristics including Dissociative Identity Disorder; couples wanting help with relational issues such as infidelity, intimacy, and communication; and people struggling with intense emotions including depression, anxiety, and related to personality disorders.

Chronic pain and illness, sleep problems and sexual addiction and food problems are my specialties. I have over 40 years of experience, an advance certification in compulsive sexual problems and I am a certified weight loss specialist. I also have extensive training in treating anxiety and depression as well as problems in relationships. I am extensively trained in treating chronic pain and sleep problems through hypnotherapy and brief solution focused therapy. I have worked in Europe, India and the United States.

My goal is to help individuals and couples achieve peace and contentment by increasing self-awareness and recognizing behaviors that no longer serve them. I make it my aim to partner with clients on their journey, identify their strengths, help distinguish areas for growth, and provide clients with non-judgmental support along the way. I believe that strong and fulfilling relationships with other individuals can help people maintain emotional well-being. I have 20+ years of experience in mental health, including individual, marriage, group counseling, crisis intervention, and substance abuse assessments.

Janis Claflin is a psychotherapist in a private practice. Her practice includes individual, family and group therapy, grief and loss, business consulting, mediation, executive coaching and wealth counseling. She has over 30 years experience. Janis is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. She is also the founder of several non-profit organizations.

FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.

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.

Being different, thinking differently and living the choice of life one wants to live is something we all should be able to. However, that isn’t the reality we live it. If you find yourself unable to appreciate and celebrate yourself because of your cultural expectations, choices and societal pressures, you have come to the right place. My intent is to help you understand the anxiety, depression, trauma and relational distress that present as a result of the dissonance of your individual self. I can provide a supportive and empathetic safe space to help you be a medium of your own triumph.

Have you had transitions in your life lately that it just feels overwhelming? Are you unsure what to do anymore as life is getting harder and harder? Are you tired of feeling like this and are ready to not just exist, but thrive? I congratulate you on taking this step, because I know there can be many hurdles to receiving therapy and finding the right therapist. As you are considering the right fit, I’ll tell you a little about myself and my approach to therapy. I love helping others with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma to get to a more promising place holistically (not just mentally).