Therapists in 78703
I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA population, with issues such as identity and/or coping with oppression.
I have knowledge and practice of many prominent counseling theories and will adapt my counseling approach to your needs and goals. I tend to implement a solution-focused approach in order to not only focus in on what your goals are, but also to get you to those goals as quickly as possible. While we develop solutions for your goals, I tend to think outside of the box and try to find unique solutions that are catered to you individually.
I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA population, with issues such as identity and/or coping with oppression.
I have knowledge and practice of many prominent counseling theories and will adapt my counseling approach to your needs and goals. I tend to implement a solution-focused approach in order to not only focus in on what your goals are, but also to get you to those goals as quickly as possible. While we develop solutions for your goals, I tend to think outside of the box and try to find unique solutions that are catered to you individually.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Self Esteem problems, Domestic and Sexual Abuse, Schizophrenia, and other major mental health challenges. I work mostly with adults and am particularly passionate about working with Geriatric/Elderly populations and those in the LGBTQ communities. My primary types of therapy are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Strengths-Based, although I pull from many areas depending on my client’s needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Self Esteem problems, Domestic and Sexual Abuse, Schizophrenia, and other major mental health challenges. I work mostly with adults and am particularly passionate about working with Geriatric/Elderly populations and those in the LGBTQ communities. My primary types of therapy are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Strengths-Based, although I pull from many areas depending on my client’s needs.
Austin Parts Work Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Other areas of focus include stress-management, life transitions, non-traditional family and romantic relationships, sexuality & gender exploration, complex family dynamics, LGBTQ+ Issues and ADHD/Neurodivergence.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. I may be a good fit for someone who is interested in doing more in-depth experiential work. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS Level 2), EMDR, Sandtray and IPNB. I consider myself to be a curious and empathetic person who enjoys getting to know clients on a deep level. My approach is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment, where people can feel safe & show up authentically. I strive to maintain a supportive and safe presence, while providing direct and intentional feedback aimed at challenging clients to live more authentic and fulfilling lives.
Other areas of focus include stress-management, life transitions, non-traditional family and romantic relationships, sexuality & gender exploration, complex family dynamics, LGBTQ+ Issues and ADHD/Neurodivergence.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. I may be a good fit for someone who is interested in doing more in-depth experiential work. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS Level 2), EMDR, Sandtray and IPNB. I consider myself to be a curious and empathetic person who enjoys getting to know clients on a deep level. My approach is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment, where people can feel safe & show up authentically. I strive to maintain a supportive and safe presence, while providing direct and intentional feedback aimed at challenging clients to live more authentic and fulfilling lives.
Derek Leighton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT-S, LPC-S, CST, EMDR
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
I work with straight and gay and lesbian clients, and those who are in non-traditional families, including multiple partners (polyamory).
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist available to help you experience relationships and sexuality in self-defined, healthy ways. Are you looking for more satisfaction in life? Or maybe struggling with out-of-control sexual behaviors? I believe it's important that you find a therapist that is the right fit for you. I offer counseling services to Couples, Individuals, and Families. After spending 23 years in high tech, my passion for helping others develop their careers and seek personal growth led to a natural transition to working as a psychotherapist.
I work with straight and gay and lesbian clients, and those who are in non-traditional families, including multiple partners (polyamory).
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist available to help you experience relationships and sexuality in self-defined, healthy ways. Are you looking for more satisfaction in life? Or maybe struggling with out-of-control sexual behaviors? I believe it's important that you find a therapist that is the right fit for you. I offer counseling services to Couples, Individuals, and Families. After spending 23 years in high tech, my passion for helping others develop their careers and seek personal growth led to a natural transition to working as a psychotherapist.
I welcome diversity and enjoy working with clients from multiple backgrounds, minorities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
In my experience, I believe that we are all capable of extraordinary things. I understand that seeking therapy might feel intimidating and that is why my goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment where you feel heard and valued. I would describe my therapy style as encouraging and genuine. Therapy can be a challenging process, so I work to help my clients acknowledge and utilize their strengths and positive qualities to create changes in their lives.
I welcome diversity and enjoy working with clients from multiple backgrounds, minorities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
In my experience, I believe that we are all capable of extraordinary things. I understand that seeking therapy might feel intimidating and that is why my goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment where you feel heard and valued. I would describe my therapy style as encouraging and genuine. Therapy can be a challenging process, so I work to help my clients acknowledge and utilize their strengths and positive qualities to create changes in their lives.
My training includes work in an LGBTQ counseling center, the VA, and university counseling centers.
My approach to psychotherapy combines compassion-focused, heart-centered, relational, experiential psychotherapy with evidence-based practices to address your whole self. I will collaborate with you to help you to live according to your values, and I will help you untangle the stuck places in your life. My work comes from a foundation of deep listening, creating space for you to share of yourself and explore your experience. On top of that, I layer practical tools and skills that promote psychological well-being. Finally, I may engage with you through experiential work in mindfulness to help create transformative experiences.
My training includes work in an LGBTQ counseling center, the VA, and university counseling centers.
My approach to psychotherapy combines compassion-focused, heart-centered, relational, experiential psychotherapy with evidence-based practices to address your whole self. I will collaborate with you to help you to live according to your values, and I will help you untangle the stuck places in your life. My work comes from a foundation of deep listening, creating space for you to share of yourself and explore your experience. On top of that, I layer practical tools and skills that promote psychological well-being. Finally, I may engage with you through experiential work in mindfulness to help create transformative experiences.
He especially loves delivering the Affirmative CBT plan with LGBTQ+ individuals, the Racial Stress plan, and the Unified Protocol for anxiety, depression, or bipolar mood disorder.
Dr. Enrique I. Gracian joined Therapy Lab in early 2020 while completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute. Therapy Lab clients and the team appreciate the compassion, intellect, and sense of humor that Dr. Gracian brings to his sessions. With his additional expertise in neuroscience—the human brain, Dr. Gracian brings that special insight into his work with clients. He specializes in all Therapy Lab plans and treatments, including the Unified Protocol, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for IBS, DBT-based interpersonal and emotion regulation, positive psychology, VR-enhanced exposure therapy, and crisis response.
He especially loves delivering the Affirmative CBT plan with LGBTQ+ individuals, the Racial Stress plan, and the Unified Protocol for anxiety, depression, or bipolar mood disorder.
Dr. Enrique I. Gracian joined Therapy Lab in early 2020 while completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute. Therapy Lab clients and the team appreciate the compassion, intellect, and sense of humor that Dr. Gracian brings to his sessions. With his additional expertise in neuroscience—the human brain, Dr. Gracian brings that special insight into his work with clients. He specializes in all Therapy Lab plans and treatments, including the Unified Protocol, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for IBS, DBT-based interpersonal and emotion regulation, positive psychology, VR-enhanced exposure therapy, and crisis response.
My ideal client is someone who: struggles with anxiety, depression, or trauma as well as grapples with self-doubt and faces relationship challenges. Needs: a safe, non-judgment space to allow free expression of themselves. Help to identify and challenge negative thoughts patters and behaviors. Goals: To manage anxiety and depression symptoms and increase self-compassion. Wants: to feel heard, understood, and supported. Why: they want to break free from the grip of their mental conditions.
My ideal client is someone who: struggles with anxiety, depression, or trauma as well as grapples with self-doubt and faces relationship challenges. Needs: a safe, non-judgment space to allow free expression of themselves. Help to identify and challenge negative thoughts patters and behaviors. Goals: To manage anxiety and depression symptoms and increase self-compassion. Wants: to feel heard, understood, and supported. Why: they want to break free from the grip of their mental conditions.
Deep Eddy Psychotherapy is a leading mental health practice with providers all across the state of Texas. We serve kids, adults, and couples through evidence-based psychotherapy and assessment methods. Learn more at DeepEddyPsychotherapy.com
Deep Eddy Psychotherapy is a leading mental health practice with providers all across the state of Texas. We serve kids, adults, and couples through evidence-based psychotherapy and assessment methods. Learn more at DeepEddyPsychotherapy.com
Hallmark Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
Welcome! As a licensed psychologist, I bring warmth, empathy, and years of experience in community health, hospital, and school settings to my practice. With a focus on both adolescents and adults, I specialize in evidence-based therapy, including EMDR, for a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, autism, grief and loss, ADHD, codependency, and trauma. My approach is integrative and neurodivergent-affirmative, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of every individual. Please note email and/or the Headway portal are the most effective ways to contact me.
Welcome! As a licensed psychologist, I bring warmth, empathy, and years of experience in community health, hospital, and school settings to my practice. With a focus on both adolescents and adults, I specialize in evidence-based therapy, including EMDR, for a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, autism, grief and loss, ADHD, codependency, and trauma. My approach is integrative and neurodivergent-affirmative, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of every individual. Please note email and/or the Headway portal are the most effective ways to contact me.
We will work to bring a sense of constructive creativity to the stuck places, and a resilience to major life transitions.
As a depth-centered psychotherapist, my mission is to help you better connect with the self that harbors a unique ability to live a life of meaning and fulfillment. By holding space for curiosity, we have an opportunity to disrupt the limiting beliefs that contribute to conflict in relationships and stagnation in life goals. A large part of my research and experience is focused on helping adults with undiagnosed ADHD to build a better-working structural foundation. With willing clients, I offer shorter and more structured ADHD coaching sessions paired with a goal and habit-tracking program.
We will work to bring a sense of constructive creativity to the stuck places, and a resilience to major life transitions.
As a depth-centered psychotherapist, my mission is to help you better connect with the self that harbors a unique ability to live a life of meaning and fulfillment. By holding space for curiosity, we have an opportunity to disrupt the limiting beliefs that contribute to conflict in relationships and stagnation in life goals. A large part of my research and experience is focused on helping adults with undiagnosed ADHD to build a better-working structural foundation. With willing clients, I offer shorter and more structured ADHD coaching sessions paired with a goal and habit-tracking program.
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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.
My ideal client is self-motivated and curious about their socioemotional growth. They may present with a wide range of issues, but they're looking for someone to meet them where they are and approach growth at a pace that feels right for them. They are open to trying multiple approaches if needed to find the best fit.
My ideal client is self-motivated and curious about their socioemotional growth. They may present with a wide range of issues, but they're looking for someone to meet them where they are and approach growth at a pace that feels right for them. They are open to trying multiple approaches if needed to find the best fit.
Your story is so much bigger than whatever brings you to therapy. I'm Dr. Kyler Shumway, and I joined the field of psychology because I know what it's like to lose momentum, to feel defeated, to be lost. I know what it's like to feel alone, like no one else can or wants to understand. I know what it's like to be tormented by the ghosts of your past. And - I know what it's like to move forward, overcome, and courageously confront the things that bring you suffering. I believe that you can do that, too.
Your story is so much bigger than whatever brings you to therapy. I'm Dr. Kyler Shumway, and I joined the field of psychology because I know what it's like to lose momentum, to feel defeated, to be lost. I know what it's like to feel alone, like no one else can or wants to understand. I know what it's like to be tormented by the ghosts of your past. And - I know what it's like to move forward, overcome, and courageously confront the things that bring you suffering. I believe that you can do that, too.
I consider it a privilege to collaborate with courageous individuals who embark on the challenging and sometimes messy journey of discovering what keeps them stuck and struggling. This process allows us to make meaningful changes, break patterns of dissatisfaction and disconnection, open up to life with enthusiasm and enjoy the sense of connection and meaningfulness we all deserve. Often, our struggles are rooted in how we learned to survive and connect with others early in life. Because of this, healing often happens within relationships. Good therapy can provide such healing.
I consider it a privilege to collaborate with courageous individuals who embark on the challenging and sometimes messy journey of discovering what keeps them stuck and struggling. This process allows us to make meaningful changes, break patterns of dissatisfaction and disconnection, open up to life with enthusiasm and enjoy the sense of connection and meaningfulness we all deserve. Often, our struggles are rooted in how we learned to survive and connect with others early in life. Because of this, healing often happens within relationships. Good therapy can provide such healing.
Embarking on a journey such as one that you have chosen can feel risky, even scary – and that’s okay! However, the important thing to remember is that you have taken the first step, which is something to be acknowledged and celebrated. Whether you are looking to help process a recent hardship you’ve experienced or you simply just want somebody to talk to, I look forward to the opportunity to provide you with whatever type of support you need in the moment to help promote growth and resiliency.
Embarking on a journey such as one that you have chosen can feel risky, even scary – and that’s okay! However, the important thing to remember is that you have taken the first step, which is something to be acknowledged and celebrated. Whether you are looking to help process a recent hardship you’ve experienced or you simply just want somebody to talk to, I look forward to the opportunity to provide you with whatever type of support you need in the moment to help promote growth and resiliency.
Orlando F. DeLeon, MSSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
I provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental environment to help you begin the path to healing and self-discovery. My approach to therapy values your unique needs and abilities and I'll work with you to establish goals that are attainable. My style has been described as warm, authentic, thoughtful, and goal oriented. I am practical and results oriented, while remaining grounded in evidenced based practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, Motivation Interviewing Therapy, and dash of Psychoanalytical approach.
I provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental environment to help you begin the path to healing and self-discovery. My approach to therapy values your unique needs and abilities and I'll work with you to establish goals that are attainable. My style has been described as warm, authentic, thoughtful, and goal oriented. I am practical and results oriented, while remaining grounded in evidenced based practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, Motivation Interviewing Therapy, and dash of Psychoanalytical approach.
I am trained to provide psychotherapy from an approach rooted in a psychodynamic, humanistic, and a multicultural framework. I integrate other disciplines, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) when needed.
I am trained to provide psychotherapy from an approach rooted in a psychodynamic, humanistic, and a multicultural framework. I integrate other disciplines, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) when needed.
Has distress, trauma, or a major transition disrupted your nervous system, or caused anxiety or depression? Is emotional dysregulation negatively impacting the relationships you care about the most? If you're experiencing PTSD, relationship challenges, grief, depression, caregiver fatigue, or anxiety of what lies ahead for you and your loved ones, I can help you settle emotional distress, restore equilibrium, and develop beneficial coping skills to support personal well-being and healthier relationships. I really believe that help begins by reaching out, and I'm glad you're here! Call or text me for a free consultation.
Has distress, trauma, or a major transition disrupted your nervous system, or caused anxiety or depression? Is emotional dysregulation negatively impacting the relationships you care about the most? If you're experiencing PTSD, relationship challenges, grief, depression, caregiver fatigue, or anxiety of what lies ahead for you and your loved ones, I can help you settle emotional distress, restore equilibrium, and develop beneficial coping skills to support personal well-being and healthier relationships. I really believe that help begins by reaching out, and I'm glad you're here! Call or text me for a free consultation.
Edward Jason Coel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Trouble turning your brain off? Does anxiety get in the way of truly connecting or being present with others? I get it. I can help. Together, we can find the agency you need to take control of whatever aspect of your life that isn’t working for you.
Trouble turning your brain off? Does anxiety get in the way of truly connecting or being present with others? I get it. I can help. Together, we can find the agency you need to take control of whatever aspect of your life that isn’t working for you.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.