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Shannon Stern
Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
I additionally offer EMDR therapy and supervision for LPC-A therapists.
Don't let TikTok be your only therapist. It's easy to fall into a rabbit hole trying to figure out "what's wrong" with us, when in reality, we just need to better understand our individual needs, limits, and desires. There's nothing wrong with you, I promise. Therapy can offer new tools, support, and accountability to find peace and understanding, and help you feel like yourself again. You don't have to figure it out alone. Whether you've been to therapy before or not, we can always benefit from added support and connection while navigating life's biggest stressors.
I additionally offer EMDR therapy and supervision for LPC-A therapists.
Don't let TikTok be your only therapist. It's easy to fall into a rabbit hole trying to figure out "what's wrong" with us, when in reality, we just need to better understand our individual needs, limits, and desires. There's nothing wrong with you, I promise. Therapy can offer new tools, support, and accountability to find peace and understanding, and help you feel like yourself again. You don't have to figure it out alone. Whether you've been to therapy before or not, we can always benefit from added support and connection while navigating life's biggest stressors.
(617) 231-9348 View (617) 231-9348
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Amy C Person
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Individual Psychotherapy (Brief/Long Term); Supervision & Training of L.
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.
Individual Psychotherapy (Brief/Long Term); Supervision & Training of L.
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.
(361) 444-0344 View (361) 444-0344
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Carissa Cano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703  (Online Only)
I have two supervision spots available for LPC associates.
Do you desire more joy in your life? Would you like to learn how to be your own healer and trust your intuition vs. living life from fear? Life may be painful, but you needn’t suffer or “feel stuck.” There is a way to live life to the fullest without being attached to emotions. Intuitive psychotherapy is where the therapist uses their own intuition in the healing process. Clients also learn how to develop and trust their intuition through specialized somatic and inner child work interventions.
I have two supervision spots available for LPC associates.
Do you desire more joy in your life? Would you like to learn how to be your own healer and trust your intuition vs. living life from fear? Life may be painful, but you needn’t suffer or “feel stuck.” There is a way to live life to the fullest without being attached to emotions. Intuitive psychotherapy is where the therapist uses their own intuition in the healing process. Clients also learn how to develop and trust their intuition through specialized somatic and inner child work interventions.
(512) 649-3308 View (512) 649-3308
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Michelle John, PhD, LPC-S, SEP
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, SEP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703  (Online Only)
You are making the choice to embrace a new empowered you! Realizing that there is strength in finding support, this choice can lead you to a positive path of growth and well-being. Applying integrative therapeutic techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. If you're looking for support and guidance through challenging situations or you're ready to move in another direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. In a creative atmosphere I can help you uncover your true potential and a life worth celebrating!
You are making the choice to embrace a new empowered you! Realizing that there is strength in finding support, this choice can lead you to a positive path of growth and well-being. Applying integrative therapeutic techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. If you're looking for support and guidance through challenging situations or you're ready to move in another direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. In a creative atmosphere I can help you uncover your true potential and a life worth celebrating!
(512) 213-4840 View (512) 213-4840
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Michelle Silva Segura
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S, SEP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
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.
(512) 337-1899 View (512) 337-1899
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Dena Roberts
Counselor, PhD, LCP-S, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
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
(361) 444-0921 View (361) 444-0921
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Katy Swafford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703  (Online Only)
Did you think you had this handled but it keeps coming up? Learning new coping strategies to change your behavior is often temporary but there is a better solution - change your brain. Recent research shows that the brain is flexible, it changed as you adapted to traumatic events and it can change again to recover original potentials. You can change your history.
Did you think you had this handled but it keeps coming up? Learning new coping strategies to change your behavior is often temporary but there is a better solution - change your brain. Recent research shows that the brain is flexible, it changed as you adapted to traumatic events and it can change again to recover original potentials. You can change your history.
(512) 768-4137 View (512) 768-4137
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Carly Shannon-Rigby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703  (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for your click of curiosity to view my corner of the Psychology Today world! My name is Carly and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor going on 15 years. My practice includes working with tweens, teens, and adults across the life span. I treat those who have challenges with adjustment and life transitions, relationship issues, mood disorders, trauma, self esteem issues, recovery needs, and grief resolution. After becoming a mother, I developed a passion working with women’s issues and parenting. Serving a diverse clientele gives me to opportunity to build a variety of connections, client to client.
Hello and thank you for your click of curiosity to view my corner of the Psychology Today world! My name is Carly and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor going on 15 years. My practice includes working with tweens, teens, and adults across the life span. I treat those who have challenges with adjustment and life transitions, relationship issues, mood disorders, trauma, self esteem issues, recovery needs, and grief resolution. After becoming a mother, I developed a passion working with women’s issues and parenting. Serving a diverse clientele gives me to opportunity to build a variety of connections, client to client.
(512) 956-6463 View (512) 956-6463
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Sadler-Bridges Wellness Group
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LMHC, CCST-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Now accepting new clients! It is an honor and a privilege to journey alongside you as we work towards understanding the barriers that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I work to create an authentically safe space where you can explore life's obstacles that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I am here to support you as you journey towards living the life you desire to live.
Now accepting new clients! It is an honor and a privilege to journey alongside you as we work towards understanding the barriers that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I work to create an authentically safe space where you can explore life's obstacles that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I am here to support you as you journey towards living the life you desire to live.
(425) 386-7562 View (425) 386-7562
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Kristin Shanahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CGP
Verified Verified
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.
(512) 337-4941 View (512) 337-4941
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Amelia Canally
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Hi and welcome! Therapy is a powerful and life changing force and the therapist client fit is the most important element in making therapy worthwhile and effective. Most clients who seek therapy with me are working through relationship issues (either old wounds from family of origin or current relationship issues), loneliness, parenting adjustments or struggles, loss, divorce or separation, connection challenges or relationship betrayal.
Hi and welcome! Therapy is a powerful and life changing force and the therapist client fit is the most important element in making therapy worthwhile and effective. Most clients who seek therapy with me are working through relationship issues (either old wounds from family of origin or current relationship issues), loneliness, parenting adjustments or struggles, loss, divorce or separation, connection challenges or relationship betrayal.
(512) 271-5368 View (512) 271-5368
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Lara Dye
Psychologist, MS, PhD, CSAT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
My work focuses on helping people struggling with addiction and/or symptoms resulting from childhood relational trauma Over 25 years of experience, I have seen that childhood experiences of neglect or emotional, physical and sexual abuse can cause serious psychological problems. 'Less than nurturing' parenting can cause adulthood anxiety, depression and addiction. Many of my clients have struggled with addictive behaviors using substances (alcohol, drugs) or processes (sex, love, work) to deal with emotional pain. There is a high correlation between painful childhood experiences and addictive behaviors.
My work focuses on helping people struggling with addiction and/or symptoms resulting from childhood relational trauma Over 25 years of experience, I have seen that childhood experiences of neglect or emotional, physical and sexual abuse can cause serious psychological problems. 'Less than nurturing' parenting can cause adulthood anxiety, depression and addiction. Many of my clients have struggled with addictive behaviors using substances (alcohol, drugs) or processes (sex, love, work) to deal with emotional pain. There is a high correlation between painful childhood experiences and addictive behaviors.
(512) 872-4585 View (512) 872-4585
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Virginia Bloom, Journey Into Wholeness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
My approach is centered around helping you create wholeness within yourself. Once your goals for therapy are established, we will focus on achieving what you envision. We will identify and help you break through old patterns that hold you back in life. As you extricate yourself from past acculturation, you will get in touch with your beautiful core Self. At the end of therapy with me, you will feel a sense of restoration and experience freedom from your emotional baggage.
My approach is centered around helping you create wholeness within yourself. Once your goals for therapy are established, we will focus on achieving what you envision. We will identify and help you break through old patterns that hold you back in life. As you extricate yourself from past acculturation, you will get in touch with your beautiful core Self. At the end of therapy with me, you will feel a sense of restoration and experience freedom from your emotional baggage.
(737) 210-5710 View (737) 210-5710
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Chelsea Fielder-Jenks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CEDS-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Sometimes our lives get to a point where we're just surviving, rather than thriving. In survival mode, we cope the best we can - this may mean using disordered eating behaviors, self-harm, substance use, self-criticizing inner talk, or self-destruction. I'm here to help guide you out of survival mode and into your best life. In therapy, we'll explore how you're surviving and how you can thrive. We'll identify changes you want and I will offer suggestions to help you create these changes. We will balance this change with lots of self-compassion.
Sometimes our lives get to a point where we're just surviving, rather than thriving. In survival mode, we cope the best we can - this may mean using disordered eating behaviors, self-harm, substance use, self-criticizing inner talk, or self-destruction. I'm here to help guide you out of survival mode and into your best life. In therapy, we'll explore how you're surviving and how you can thrive. We'll identify changes you want and I will offer suggestions to help you create these changes. We will balance this change with lots of self-compassion.
(512) 648-4313 View (512) 648-4313
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Kay S Mailander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
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), Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Weekend appointments available.
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), Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Weekend appointments available.
(512) 648-5525 View (512) 648-5525
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Venus Rouhani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Westlakehills My approach to therapy is to work on the present to build the future. We can't change difficult situations of the past that control us, but we can work together to better understand and resolve them.
Westlakehills My approach to therapy is to work on the present to build the future. We can't change difficult situations of the past that control us, but we can work together to better understand and resolve them.
(512) 881-5993 View (512) 881-5993
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Calm Counseling Austin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
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.
(737) 204-4204 View (737) 204-4204
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Shannon Haragan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
NOTE: Currently full, but spots do open up over time. Feel free to inquire. Although my approach to counseling draws from a variety of models and approaches (including EMDR, interpersonal neurobiology, polyvagal and attachment theories), all are rooted in the fundamental principles of non-judgmental acceptance, authenticity, and experience. Beyond the exploration of old patterns of beliefs and behaviors, my focus is on helping clients find solutions. My ultimate goal as a therapist is to help my clients develop knowledge and tools that will facilitate sustained growth long after therapy has ended.
NOTE: Currently full, but spots do open up over time. Feel free to inquire. Although my approach to counseling draws from a variety of models and approaches (including EMDR, interpersonal neurobiology, polyvagal and attachment theories), all are rooted in the fundamental principles of non-judgmental acceptance, authenticity, and experience. Beyond the exploration of old patterns of beliefs and behaviors, my focus is on helping clients find solutions. My ultimate goal as a therapist is to help my clients develop knowledge and tools that will facilitate sustained growth long after therapy has ended.
(737) 210-4819 View (737) 210-4819
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Leah Leeds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
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.
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.
(737) 758-3462 View (737) 758-3462
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Brandy Junk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
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.
(877) 248-4338 View (877) 248-4338
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.