Therapists in 78746
Moonstone Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
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.
Arielle Sokoll-Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I'm the author of the book, "Adding the E: Perspectives of Grief Through Recounts, Letters, and Poetry", and a 2019 TEDx speaker on the topic of finding resilience within grief.
Congratulations on taking the first step to a more authentic, self-compassionate, and healed YOU. I work with my clients in a warm, comfortable, inviting, and non-judgmental environment. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness. I primarily specialize in grief/ loss/ bereavement and trauma/PTSD. I also have extensive experience and training in eating disorders, LGBTQ+, domestic violence and sexual violence, depression, anxiety, relationship and interpersonal struggles, and life transitions.
I'm the author of the book, "Adding the E: Perspectives of Grief Through Recounts, Letters, and Poetry", and a 2019 TEDx speaker on the topic of finding resilience within grief.
Congratulations on taking the first step to a more authentic, self-compassionate, and healed YOU. I work with my clients in a warm, comfortable, inviting, and non-judgmental environment. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness. I primarily specialize in grief/ loss/ bereavement and trauma/PTSD. I also have extensive experience and training in eating disorders, LGBTQ+, domestic violence and sexual violence, depression, anxiety, relationship and interpersonal struggles, and life transitions.
Your day starts and ends with an endless loop of anxious, self-critical thoughts and ongoing pressure to stay afloat. No matter what you try, you feel like you are constantly sinking. It may feel like your life revolves around constant stress about performance, appearance, food, weight, & exercise. Underneath, you are swamped with fear, perfectionism, uncertainty, anxiety, depression, shame and guilt. Maybe you recently experienced a loss, and the waves of shock, denial, sadness, and anger are too overwhelming to navigate alone. You're exhausted from trying to numb these painful feelings and are desperately seeking relief!
Your day starts and ends with an endless loop of anxious, self-critical thoughts and ongoing pressure to stay afloat. No matter what you try, you feel like you are constantly sinking. It may feel like your life revolves around constant stress about performance, appearance, food, weight, & exercise. Underneath, you are swamped with fear, perfectionism, uncertainty, anxiety, depression, shame and guilt. Maybe you recently experienced a loss, and the waves of shock, denial, sadness, and anger are too overwhelming to navigate alone. You're exhausted from trying to numb these painful feelings and are desperately seeking relief!
Raquel Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I specialize in grief, complex PTSD, sexual trauma, family of origin dynamics, children and adolescents, mood disorders, recovery from emotional abuse/neglect, sex & intimacy issues.
Experiencing grief, trauma, or relationship challenges can hinder our ability to feel calm and clear-headed as we navigate our lives. Symptoms like anxiety, depression, reactivity, or codependency may have become familiar, creating obstacles to personal growth. Strained interactions? Feeling out of control? This distress can be overwhelming, discouraging, and utterly exhausting; processing these difficult experiences alone tends to exacerbate the problem. People seek my support to explore their past safely, gain insight, and heal; fostering their unique strengths and increasing their capacity for insight, transformation, and growth.
I specialize in grief, complex PTSD, sexual trauma, family of origin dynamics, children and adolescents, mood disorders, recovery from emotional abuse/neglect, sex & intimacy issues.
Experiencing grief, trauma, or relationship challenges can hinder our ability to feel calm and clear-headed as we navigate our lives. Symptoms like anxiety, depression, reactivity, or codependency may have become familiar, creating obstacles to personal growth. Strained interactions? Feeling out of control? This distress can be overwhelming, discouraging, and utterly exhausting; processing these difficult experiences alone tends to exacerbate the problem. People seek my support to explore their past safely, gain insight, and heal; fostering their unique strengths and increasing their capacity for insight, transformation, and growth.
These common stressful experiences include isolation, choice and responsibility, perceived meaninglessness, and death or fear of death.
At the heart of my counseling approach is the conviction that everyone can heal and make changes they desire, by combining sincere intention with effective actions. When we are in session, you will have my undivided attention as I join you in clarifying and acting upon your core desires. I strive to create a space in which you feel completely safe and seen, so we may explore your unique life path together, and steer you in the most authentic and fulfilling direction. I work primarily from an existential theoretical framework, which views human suffering as deriving from experiences that cause us internal stress or confusion.
These common stressful experiences include isolation, choice and responsibility, perceived meaninglessness, and death or fear of death.
At the heart of my counseling approach is the conviction that everyone can heal and make changes they desire, by combining sincere intention with effective actions. When we are in session, you will have my undivided attention as I join you in clarifying and acting upon your core desires. I strive to create a space in which you feel completely safe and seen, so we may explore your unique life path together, and steer you in the most authentic and fulfilling direction. I work primarily from an existential theoretical framework, which views human suffering as deriving from experiences that cause us internal stress or confusion.
Darla Dawn Absher
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Many of us have experienced loss, neglect, abuse or humiliation during our life's journey which undoubtedly affects our perceptions.
Dr. Darla Absher is a a Licensed Professional Counselor, Supervisor LPC-S #62089, located in Austin and Bastrop, Texas. Dr. Absher treats the full spectrum of disorders and life adjustments. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward's University, in Austin, Texas in August 2005. In 2003, I received my Master of Arts in Human Services from St. Edward's. In 2001 I graduated from St. Edward's University with a Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Psychology. In December 2011, I graduated from Argosy University in Dallas, Texas with a Doctor of Clinical Psychology.
Many of us have experienced loss, neglect, abuse or humiliation during our life's journey which undoubtedly affects our perceptions.
Dr. Darla Absher is a a Licensed Professional Counselor, Supervisor LPC-S #62089, located in Austin and Bastrop, Texas. Dr. Absher treats the full spectrum of disorders and life adjustments. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward's University, in Austin, Texas in August 2005. In 2003, I received my Master of Arts in Human Services from St. Edward's. In 2001 I graduated from St. Edward's University with a Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Psychology. In December 2011, I graduated from Argosy University in Dallas, Texas with a Doctor of Clinical Psychology.
Dena Hutton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I collaborate with you to treat issues related trauma, relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, loss/life transitions and family of origin issues.
Do you find yourself repeating patterns in your life and/or relationships? Do you feel stuck or powerless to change? Are you in the midst of a huge life transition or is your relationship in crisis? I can help. I believe deeply that change is possible for anyone, and it begins with a safe and accepting environment to explore the barriers to happiness. My approach to therapy is warm, direct, non-threatening and empowering, with a focus on identifying patterns, negative beliefs and/or obstacles that prevent you from reaching your goals. You can heal wounds, release resentment, find your voice, and live life more fully.
I collaborate with you to treat issues related trauma, relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, loss/life transitions and family of origin issues.
Do you find yourself repeating patterns in your life and/or relationships? Do you feel stuck or powerless to change? Are you in the midst of a huge life transition or is your relationship in crisis? I can help. I believe deeply that change is possible for anyone, and it begins with a safe and accepting environment to explore the barriers to happiness. My approach to therapy is warm, direct, non-threatening and empowering, with a focus on identifying patterns, negative beliefs and/or obstacles that prevent you from reaching your goals. You can heal wounds, release resentment, find your voice, and live life more fully.
Relationship issues, communication, parent-child issues, anxiety & depression, divorce adjustment, best parenting practices in families with or without divorce, blended families, sexual/intimacy issues including abuse & trauma, loss, bullying, cyber-bullying, ADHD, school problems, workplace issues, addictions including drug and alcohol abuse, and career counseling.
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
Relationship issues, communication, parent-child issues, anxiety & depression, divorce adjustment, best parenting practices in families with or without divorce, blended families, sexual/intimacy issues including abuse & trauma, loss, bullying, cyber-bullying, ADHD, school problems, workplace issues, addictions including drug and alcohol abuse, and career counseling.
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
Occasionally we need someone to help guide us back to ourselves and to ground in that inner knowledge. Whether it is mid-life transitions, loss, trauma, our past history, relationships, or simply the chaotic pace of our modern life that has caused us to lose touch, finding our way back helps us to find what we are seeking. Decisions and life transitions then feel a little less burdensome, our relationships less fraught with conflict, our lives a little more joyful. I think Jon Kabat-Zinn found the most eloquent way of saying it...
Occasionally we need someone to help guide us back to ourselves and to ground in that inner knowledge. Whether it is mid-life transitions, loss, trauma, our past history, relationships, or simply the chaotic pace of our modern life that has caused us to lose touch, finding our way back helps us to find what we are seeking. Decisions and life transitions then feel a little less burdensome, our relationships less fraught with conflict, our lives a little more joyful. I think Jon Kabat-Zinn found the most eloquent way of saying it...
It is a privilege to get to work with individuals seeking to create change in their lives. Deciding to start therapy is a courageous step; I’m glad you're here. A number of things bring people to therapy. You may be feeling stuck in some way. Perhaps you’ve recently experienced a major life transition, loss, or unexpected stressor. Maybe you are simply feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings and unsure how to move forward. I am passionate about meeting you where you are and working together to help you be your best, most whole self.
It is a privilege to get to work with individuals seeking to create change in their lives. Deciding to start therapy is a courageous step; I’m glad you're here. A number of things bring people to therapy. You may be feeling stuck in some way. Perhaps you’ve recently experienced a major life transition, loss, or unexpected stressor. Maybe you are simply feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings and unsure how to move forward. I am passionate about meeting you where you are and working together to help you be your best, most whole self.
Jennifer Hur
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I'm so glad you're here. I'm here to walk alongside you through this journey of healing and growth. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, trauma, grief, stress, communication problems and relational problems. I have over three years of working as a school counselor and over ten years of working with children and adolescents in community settings. I am currently working towards being certified in Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I'm so glad you're here. I'm here to walk alongside you through this journey of healing and growth. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, trauma, grief, stress, communication problems and relational problems. I have over three years of working as a school counselor and over ten years of working with children and adolescents in community settings. I am currently working towards being certified in Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Austin, Texas where I have been in practice for over 30 years. I work with adults of all ages on difficulties such as anxiety, self-defeating behaviors, depression and problems in relationships. I also have expertise in helping people through loss and adjusting to stress or life transitions. While my work is currently focused within my private practice and for non-profit organizations, I have also treated an array of psychological problems in diverse settings such as hospitals, universities and community centers. Finally, I provide clinical supervision for psychologists in training.
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Clara O Magallanes
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC, EMDR, CLYL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Congratulations on taking the first step to feeling better. As a licensed professional counselor in Texas, I’m here to help you take the next step to begin creating a positive change in your life today. My approach is person centered & I work with children, teens, & adults. I use scientifically driven therapies to alleviate complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, grief, sleep, insomnia, relationship issues, self-esteem, social anxiety, school issues, ADHD, parenting, a difficult phase in your life or challenging experiences. Working together, I support & empower clients to discover & develop their full potential.
Congratulations on taking the first step to feeling better. As a licensed professional counselor in Texas, I’m here to help you take the next step to begin creating a positive change in your life today. My approach is person centered & I work with children, teens, & adults. I use scientifically driven therapies to alleviate complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, grief, sleep, insomnia, relationship issues, self-esteem, social anxiety, school issues, ADHD, parenting, a difficult phase in your life or challenging experiences. Working together, I support & empower clients to discover & develop their full potential.
Do you frequently ask yourself "Why do I keep doing this?!" If so, we are likely to be a good fit. I seek to help my clients better understand their emotional needs and respond to them in healthy ways so that they feel better at work, at play, in relationships, and in their own skin. My particular interest is with those seeking to lose weight, and working with those clients from a Health At Every Size perspective. After working with hundreds of weight loss surgery clients, I have a unique understanding among mental health professionals of the challenges that come before and after bariatric surgery.
Do you frequently ask yourself "Why do I keep doing this?!" If so, we are likely to be a good fit. I seek to help my clients better understand their emotional needs and respond to them in healthy ways so that they feel better at work, at play, in relationships, and in their own skin. My particular interest is with those seeking to lose weight, and working with those clients from a Health At Every Size perspective. After working with hundreds of weight loss surgery clients, I have a unique understanding among mental health professionals of the challenges that come before and after bariatric surgery.
Marty Romero Brickley, M.Ed., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Life Problems * Depression * Anxiety * Life Transitions * Pain Grief & Loss * Marital & Relationship Issues * Fears & Phobias * Parenting Issues * Trauma/PTSD * Existential Issues.
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Life Problems * Depression * Anxiety * Life Transitions * Pain Grief & Loss * Marital & Relationship Issues * Fears & Phobias * Parenting Issues * Trauma/PTSD * Existential Issues.
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Anna Graybeal
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, SEP
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I establish a strong alliance with my clients through empathy and respect and work collaboratively with them to achieve their goals. Other areas of my expertise include parenting, divorce, health problems such as illness and chronic pain, grief and loss, trauma, substance abuse, low self-esteem and identity issues.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I establish a strong alliance with my clients through empathy and respect and work collaboratively with them to achieve their goals. Other areas of my expertise include parenting, divorce, health problems such as illness and chronic pain, grief and loss, trauma, substance abuse, low self-esteem and identity issues.
LeAnn Dapper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Rollingwood, TX 78746 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, and grief. While having been trained in dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, I also incorporate other theoretical backgrounds in my approach, depending on client need and individual personality.
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, and grief. While having been trained in dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, I also incorporate other theoretical backgrounds in my approach, depending on client need and individual personality.
My special interests include Generalized Anxiety, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, as well as grief, self-esteem, and depression related issues.
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My special interests include Generalized Anxiety, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, as well as grief, self-esteem, and depression related issues.
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Patty Olwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals and couples navigating difficult periods in their lives. I take a collaborative approach that is grounded in a curious and compassionate inquiry into the areas that get us all stuck. I work with individuals to move through these places in the context of a safe and trusting relationship. Within that relationship an individual can harness their own innate drive towards health and well-being. My work is grounded in my own mindfulness practice and I encourage clients to experiment with mindfulness as a path to transformation and wellness.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.