Family Therapy in Travis County, TX
I want to help each of my clients find a sense of health - emotionally, physically, and sexually. Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I want to help each of my clients find a sense of health - emotionally, physically, and sexually. Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
Therapy can transform both our inner and outer worlds by making sense of our stories, releasing what no longer works, and living more fully in the present. I do this work best with people who tend to identify as highly responsible, self-critical, and chronically nervous, tense, or guilty. You might identify as a perfectionist or people-pleaser, or say you "grew up too fast." Common goals include getting in touch with alienated parts of the self, freedom from self-criticism, healing from emotional abuse or neglect, navigating difficult relationships with family, and relief from symptoms of PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorders, or depression.
Therapy can transform both our inner and outer worlds by making sense of our stories, releasing what no longer works, and living more fully in the present. I do this work best with people who tend to identify as highly responsible, self-critical, and chronically nervous, tense, or guilty. You might identify as a perfectionist or people-pleaser, or say you "grew up too fast." Common goals include getting in touch with alienated parts of the self, freedom from self-criticism, healing from emotional abuse or neglect, navigating difficult relationships with family, and relief from symptoms of PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorders, or depression.
Additionally, my expertise extends to family therapy, where I support children and adolescents in meeting expectations both at home and at school.
Hello! I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and blend my academic expertise with over two decades of experience to help you unlock your full potential and navigate life's challenges. I help couples struggling with marriage issues, individual adults with career and job concerns, teenagers facing stress with school and family, and mothers who are balancing multiple life stressors. I also have experience helping couples and individuals experiencing stress related to infertility. I'm here to empower you on your path to personal growth, healing and fulfilment.
Additionally, my expertise extends to family therapy, where I support children and adolescents in meeting expectations both at home and at school.
Hello! I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and blend my academic expertise with over two decades of experience to help you unlock your full potential and navigate life's challenges. I help couples struggling with marriage issues, individual adults with career and job concerns, teenagers facing stress with school and family, and mothers who are balancing multiple life stressors. I also have experience helping couples and individuals experiencing stress related to infertility. I'm here to empower you on your path to personal growth, healing and fulfilment.
I help people recover from traumatic events and hurtful relationships. I enjoy working with adolescents to adults figure out what they want out of life, and remove the things that are holding them back. If you come from a messed up family, you will find that I offer unwavering support in an environment where you are deeply valued and exceptionally safe. I enjoy working with couples and individuals in nontraditional homes and relationships, parents at the end of their wits, couples about to call it quits, people recovering from religious abuse or neglect, and artists, musicians, and creatives.
I help people recover from traumatic events and hurtful relationships. I enjoy working with adolescents to adults figure out what they want out of life, and remove the things that are holding them back. If you come from a messed up family, you will find that I offer unwavering support in an environment where you are deeply valued and exceptionally safe. I enjoy working with couples and individuals in nontraditional homes and relationships, parents at the end of their wits, couples about to call it quits, people recovering from religious abuse or neglect, and artists, musicians, and creatives.
Charlie Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704 (Online Only)
I have helped couples and individuals heal outdated beliefs and attitudes about themselves and relationships by looking at their family of origin.
I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.
I have helped couples and individuals heal outdated beliefs and attitudes about themselves and relationships by looking at their family of origin.
I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.
Barbara Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals in all phases of addiction recovery, including dual diagnosis. My passion is helping individuals regain the confidence and trust that was lost due to a myriad of core issues that contribute to addiction. I believes that addiction is a family system disease and I will help significant family members navigate and understand the nature of their loved one's struggle. I also work closely with the LGBTQ community, especially individuals and their partners struggling with gender identity challenges. And I have extensive experience with grief and loss and difficult life transitions caused by cognitive decline.
I work with individuals in all phases of addiction recovery, including dual diagnosis. My passion is helping individuals regain the confidence and trust that was lost due to a myriad of core issues that contribute to addiction. I believes that addiction is a family system disease and I will help significant family members navigate and understand the nature of their loved one's struggle. I also work closely with the LGBTQ community, especially individuals and their partners struggling with gender identity challenges. And I have extensive experience with grief and loss and difficult life transitions caused by cognitive decline.
I have specialized training in EMDR, relationship and family therapy, Gottman marital therapy, and Prepare/Enrich.
Although everyone who begins therapy hopes for a more satisfying life, people bring a variety of concerns to their first sessions. In your sessions with me, the emphasis will be on you. You'll find a comfortable place to explore your concerns and dreams and determine how to improve your experiences and relationships. I'll honor who you are--your cultural background, life choices, sexual orientation, and age. I'll offer support and feedback as you work through current and past issues and rediscover strengths that will help you move forward in a positive direction.
I have specialized training in EMDR, relationship and family therapy, Gottman marital therapy, and Prepare/Enrich.
Although everyone who begins therapy hopes for a more satisfying life, people bring a variety of concerns to their first sessions. In your sessions with me, the emphasis will be on you. You'll find a comfortable place to explore your concerns and dreams and determine how to improve your experiences and relationships. I'll honor who you are--your cultural background, life choices, sexual orientation, and age. I'll offer support and feedback as you work through current and past issues and rediscover strengths that will help you move forward in a positive direction.
Susie Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
I also strive to improve communication and connection between family members.
Are you feeling anxious, hopeless, isolated or just tired of the same things in life? Sometimes our lives are a little messy, I understand the feeling of being stuck and alone. My desired is to walk alongside with you to target those opportunities for greater life satisfaction.
I also strive to improve communication and connection between family members.
Are you feeling anxious, hopeless, isolated or just tired of the same things in life? Sometimes our lives are a little messy, I understand the feeling of being stuck and alone. My desired is to walk alongside with you to target those opportunities for greater life satisfaction.
Our emotions, behaviors and relationships can be overwhelming to make sense of. Having the support of an unbiased perspective can help as we grow beyond the things that cause us discomfort. As a systems therapist, I understand the issues brought into the therapy in relation to the school, work, relational, societal and intergenerational systems involved. Yes, that does mean talking about your parents and how the messages you received in your family have shaped you. It also means talking about the ways culture, race, sexuality, work environments and history affect the ways we feel and behave.
Our emotions, behaviors and relationships can be overwhelming to make sense of. Having the support of an unbiased perspective can help as we grow beyond the things that cause us discomfort. As a systems therapist, I understand the issues brought into the therapy in relation to the school, work, relational, societal and intergenerational systems involved. Yes, that does mean talking about your parents and how the messages you received in your family have shaped you. It also means talking about the ways culture, race, sexuality, work environments and history affect the ways we feel and behave.
Waterloo Counseling Center
LCSW, LPC, LMSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78752 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Waterloo Counseling Center is a nonprofit organization offering high quality, affordable therapy. We welcome the entire community and have an expertise in serving the LGBTQIA+ population, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans and people experiencing trauma. Waterloo accepts many forms of insurance and has a sliding scale based on income for people who are uninsured. We offer individual, couples and family therapy, as well as support groups for bisexual and gay men, trans women and trans men. Waterloo offers web-based therapy over a HIPAA-compliant connection (licensing requirements limit this service to residents of Texas).
Waterloo Counseling Center is a nonprofit organization offering high quality, affordable therapy. We welcome the entire community and have an expertise in serving the LGBTQIA+ population, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans and people experiencing trauma. Waterloo accepts many forms of insurance and has a sliding scale based on income for people who are uninsured. We offer individual, couples and family therapy, as well as support groups for bisexual and gay men, trans women and trans men. Waterloo offers web-based therapy over a HIPAA-compliant connection (licensing requirements limit this service to residents of Texas).
Lynne S. Arial
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, Coach, Phone
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
It's a good time to let go of patterns that don't work anymore. Maybe you have conflict or pain inside. Whatever the symptoms, you know you're not feeling well emotionally. Maybe you and your partner are not getting along or you may feel embarrassed about what you're going through – these issues are always hard to talk about. I'm here to help you get free of the past, and move into a healthy and happy life with fulfilling and rewarding relationships. I specialize in healing options that are designed to help you deal with emotional pain, relationship issues, family conflicts, lifestyle changes and more.
It's a good time to let go of patterns that don't work anymore. Maybe you have conflict or pain inside. Whatever the symptoms, you know you're not feeling well emotionally. Maybe you and your partner are not getting along or you may feel embarrassed about what you're going through – these issues are always hard to talk about. I'm here to help you get free of the past, and move into a healthy and happy life with fulfilling and rewarding relationships. I specialize in healing options that are designed to help you deal with emotional pain, relationship issues, family conflicts, lifestyle changes and more.
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Austin, TX 78759
As far as anyone can tell, you’ve got a great marriage and life. You’re accomplished, always loving to each other and close with friends and family. But on the inside, you have never felt so alone. Over the years you have tried to rationalize, fix, and excuse your relationship growing apart, yet it is disheartening. Something just does not feel right anymore, and you begin to realize you feel like you have a roommate rather than a partnership. Maintaining a fulfilling and loving relationship can be a challenge in today's fast paced environment.
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Overview: PhD: Counselor Education; MA: Marriage & Family Therapy; BA: Psychology; LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor, Texas; Certified Yoga Instructor (Trauma Conscious Yoga Method); MAC: Master Addiction Counselor; Approaches: meditation & breathing, mind-body-spirit, CBT, boundaries, DBT, mindfulness, IFS, self-compassion, +more.
Counseling... a safe space to share, feel, think, ponder problems, grieve, hope, brainstorm solutions, practice healthy habits, heal in mind-body-spirit, and flourish forward. Please EMAIL me (DrDanaDoerksen gmail.com) for an initial appointment. For over 20 years, I've had the honor of walking WITH people in healing through the counseling relationship. I am empathetic and engaged in supporting clients as they process ups & downs and pursue their goals. I am confident about having expertise but definitely don't know all the answers. I enjoy learning from clients and deeply value each client's wisdom: your perspective for growth.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CLC, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pflugerville, TX 78660 (Online Only)
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If you're here, it's likely because you're at a pivotal moment in your relationship or life. Perhaps your marriage feels stagnant, or communication with your partner has become a series of misunderstandings. Maybe you're wrestling with individual issues like career stress, anxiety, or emotional well-being that are trickling into your relationships. You're not just seeking short-term fixes; you're searching for lasting change and a more fulfilling life. You want to understand your relationship strengths and gaps, repair what's been damaged, and build a happier, stronger future.
With 38 years as a Marriage and Family Therapist and Relationship Coach, I offer multifaceted support.
If you're here, it's likely because you're at a pivotal moment in your relationship or life. Perhaps your marriage feels stagnant, or communication with your partner has become a series of misunderstandings. Maybe you're wrestling with individual issues like career stress, anxiety, or emotional well-being that are trickling into your relationships. You're not just seeking short-term fixes; you're searching for lasting change and a more fulfilling life. You want to understand your relationship strengths and gaps, repair what's been damaged, and build a happier, stronger future.
Laura Shook-Guzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78723 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a safe container for founders to explore the psychological ups and downs of entrepreneurship. I believe we all have an innate capacity for healing and I help my clients become more present and connected with their bodies, truth, wisdom, hope and resilience. With an integrative approach, centered in body-based psychotherapy, I use a combination of Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems and Interpersonal Neurobiology. I also approach healing from a systems perspective, seeking to help my clients increase supportive structures that deepen their sense of community and belonging.
I provide a safe container for founders to explore the psychological ups and downs of entrepreneurship. I believe we all have an innate capacity for healing and I help my clients become more present and connected with their bodies, truth, wisdom, hope and resilience. With an integrative approach, centered in body-based psychotherapy, I use a combination of Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems and Interpersonal Neurobiology. I also approach healing from a systems perspective, seeking to help my clients increase supportive structures that deepen their sense of community and belonging.
Aaron Mink
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
I provide a compassionate ear to individuals and couples who feel stuck, and are struggling to find their way forward. Often, my clients have experienced issues related to addiction, intimacy, life transitions, identity and more. By utilizing techniques and concepts from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Therapy, I strive to create a space where you can grow in self-compassion, self-understanding, and familiarity with your emotions. My counseling style mixes empathetic support with thought-provoking questions, in order to not only join with you in your experiences, but help you reach your goals too.
I provide a compassionate ear to individuals and couples who feel stuck, and are struggling to find their way forward. Often, my clients have experienced issues related to addiction, intimacy, life transitions, identity and more. By utilizing techniques and concepts from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic Therapy, I strive to create a space where you can grow in self-compassion, self-understanding, and familiarity with your emotions. My counseling style mixes empathetic support with thought-provoking questions, in order to not only join with you in your experiences, but help you reach your goals too.
Julie Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78702 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, and couples, providing a safe and affirming space where all identities are celebrated and respected. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I've had the privilege of guiding individuals and couples through transitional phases of life in a variety of settings. As a parent myself, I understand the unique challenges and joys of parenthood. I love working with parents and people who are creating families, offering guidance as they navigate the complexities of family.
I specialize in working with adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, and couples, providing a safe and affirming space where all identities are celebrated and respected. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I've had the privilege of guiding individuals and couples through transitional phases of life in a variety of settings. As a parent myself, I understand the unique challenges and joys of parenthood. I love working with parents and people who are creating families, offering guidance as they navigate the complexities of family.
Deann Acton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78727 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, a board certified art therapist, and 20 years worth of experience using DBT with groups and individuals.
It would be nice to say that we could go through life without heart ache or struggle, but unfortunately no one is immune to challenges. So what do we do when life becomes overwhelming? How do we handle intense emotions? How do we create meaningful relationships in the face of conflict? As a therapist, I have worked for 25 years helping people find ways to cope with life's difficulties, make and maintain positive relationships, learn to understand their emotional reactions, and find ways to clarify their goals so that they may create a life that feels worth living.
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, a board certified art therapist, and 20 years worth of experience using DBT with groups and individuals.
It would be nice to say that we could go through life without heart ache or struggle, but unfortunately no one is immune to challenges. So what do we do when life becomes overwhelming? How do we handle intense emotions? How do we create meaningful relationships in the face of conflict? As a therapist, I have worked for 25 years helping people find ways to cope with life's difficulties, make and maintain positive relationships, learn to understand their emotional reactions, and find ways to clarify their goals so that they may create a life that feels worth living.
Chad Routon (Enteave Counseling)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems, and dialectical behavioral techniques.
Each person has the gifts needed to take on any challenge. Sometimes people just need a little help unlocking those gifts. That is where I come in. I am here to support and empower you from the very first counseling session. A licensed marriage and family therapist and a chemical dependency counselor, I work with individuals and couples on a variety of issues.
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems, and dialectical behavioral techniques.
Each person has the gifts needed to take on any challenge. Sometimes people just need a little help unlocking those gifts. That is where I come in. I am here to support and empower you from the very first counseling session. A licensed marriage and family therapist and a chemical dependency counselor, I work with individuals and couples on a variety of issues.
Dedicated and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping couples and individuals and skilled in providing counseling services to service members, spouses, and family members, with expertise in couples therapy, communication issues, and various therapeutic modalities and seeking an opportunity to leverage my extensive counseling background and diverse training to assist individuals and couples in achieving their therapeutic goals.
Dedicated and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping couples and individuals and skilled in providing counseling services to service members, spouses, and family members, with expertise in couples therapy, communication issues, and various therapeutic modalities and seeking an opportunity to leverage my extensive counseling background and diverse training to assist individuals and couples in achieving their therapeutic goals.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.