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Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP

Lisa Shenk

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
1221 W. Ben White Blvd., Suite 108-A, Austin, TX 78704
Let's Connect (512) 982-0651
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You did everything right. Followed the rules, considered and anticipated everyone's needs and somehow still found yourself on the losing end of a curve ball you didn’t see coming. Looking back, you can see that you found too much of your worth in making others happy, in avoiding conflict to not "upset the cart". You truly believed that by following the rules and doing everything "right" that life would turn out the way it was supposed to. But now, your life is chaotic and confusing. You're feeling at such a loss for what to do and how to be in this world. You need a guide to help you make sense and turn things around - fast.
This is where I can help. My goal as your counselor is to help you reconnect with your inner voice and develop confidence in your resiliency. Using a combination of education, mindfulness, and coping skills, you'll learn to make sense of your story, change your way of interacting with the world, and transform pain and fear into hope and growth.
It’s time to reconsider your story and discover what your own truth is. Contact me today to get started with your free 30 minute consultation, we can visit initially by phone or video. We'll make sure we're a good fit and get started on a plan. You have the ability to thrive, let's discover how together.
Call or Lisa Shenk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (512) 982-0651

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1221 W. Ben White Blvd.

Suite 108-A

Austin, TX 78704 map

(512) 982-0651
Accepting new clients, January, 2026. Availability between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. In-person in South Austin or online.
I specialize in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and Depression 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (512) 982-0651
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1221 W. Ben White Blvd.

Suite 108-A

Austin, TX 78704 map

(512) 982-0651
Accepting new clients, January, 2026. Availability between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. In-person in South Austin or online.
I specialize in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and Depression 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am in-network with Optum which includes United and Oscar. I am otherwise private pay.
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 982-0651
"
I am in-network with Optum which includes United and Oscar. I am otherwise private pay.
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 982-0651

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 73138 Lisa Shenk
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended St. Edward's University, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Somatic Experiencing Practitioner 2023
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Somatic Experiencing therapy is a powerful, yet gentle approach that taps into your body's wisdom in healing trauma or managing stress.
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 982-0651
"
Somatic Experiencing therapy is a powerful, yet gentle approach that taps into your body's wisdom in healing trauma or managing stress.
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 982-0651

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (512) 982-0651
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (512) 982-0651

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (512) 982-0651
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (512) 982-0651

Location

Primary Location

1221 W. Ben White Blvd.

Suite 108-A

Austin, TX 78704

(512) 982-0651
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Accepting new clients, January, 2026. Availability between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. In-person in South Austin or online.
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 982-0651
"
Accepting new clients, January, 2026. Availability between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. In-person in South Austin or online.
Photo of Lisa Shenk, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 982-0651