Therapists in Austin, TX

When human being experience trauma, death, relationships conflict, or life stressors, it is not uncommon for them to feel as if there life is falling apart. My passion is helping those in discomfort change the way they think in an effort to change the way they feel. No one person is the same so I have been trained in multiple modalities to assist people in regaining control over their lives. My style of therapy is eclectic and my framework ranges from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method of Family Therapy, with mindful coping strategies.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and New Mexico, offering a personable approach to psychotherapy for Couples & Individuals. I have experience working with all types of mental health disorders in various settings (individual, group, couples, family). My focus is on personal wellness for the individual and the family system. My goal is to work on the issues at hand using the most up to date research proven methods. I am passionate about empowering clients to find their voice & gain insight in a supportive & non-judgmental environment.

Hi and thanks for checking out my Psychology Today profile.... I've worked for 35 years as a psychotherapist in the Austin area . My approach to my work is inclusive of mindfulness, compassion, graciousness and humility, always respectful of the notion that the client is ultimately the expert on and the decision maker for his/her life. Please visit my website for more about me and my work. All the best to you!

Solutions Over Stress - you have the power to choose. It takes strength and courage to do something different. Through the collaborative process of therapy you will not have to face the unknown alone. Together we will identify the barriers that make it difficult to reach your desired goals and live up to your greatest potential. As your therapist, I will create a safe environment for you to openly express and explore your thoughts and feelings. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches to initiate lasting changes from the inside out.

My passion is improving client’s relationships, both with themselves and others. I focus on increasing self-esteem, decreasing critical judgment and negative self-talk, and building a life that balances accomplishment with enjoyment and relaxation. I also work on strengthening romantic relationships and building new connections. I completed training at the Gottman Institute in Seattle for the "7 Principles of Making Marriage Work" and have led workshops to help couples improve their relationships.

I strongly believe in prevention and early intervention, as well as allowing individuals with past or present emotional challenges to work at their own pace over the long term. I realize sometimes therapy involves some "risk-taking", such as trusting in the therapeutic relationship and facing uncomfortable or unfamiliar parts of oneself. I do my best to provide an open, safe enviroment for individuals to face those issues.

Introducing a dedicated and compassionate guide to navigate through life's challenges. When faced with adversity or feeling trapped in difficult circumstances, I am here to offer unwavering support and accompany you on your path towards healing, freedom, and inner peace. As a licensed marriage and family therapist associate (LMFT-A) in the state of TX and WA, I provide support, guidance, and empowerment to my clients, assisting them in my journey towards long-lasting change, restoration of hope, and living authentically fulfilled lives. Utilizing modalities like CC Play Therapy, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Gottman Method CT.

Counselors Of Texas/Side by Side Wellness Center is one of the largest private counseling groups in Central Texas with offices located in Austin Killeen and Round Rock. Our services include individual therapy, marital and family counseling, group therapy, psychological and educational testing, Christian counseling, educational assessments, chemical dependency counseling, vocational counseling and play therapy. We work with children, adolescents and adults.

My role as a Psychotherapist, is to be a guide of encouraging, supporting people to learn ways to cope and grow. I am frequently a medium to help others to learn how and when to be flexible in living a more stress free and harmonious life.

The most important choice you will ever make is not one you made yesterday, but the one you make today. Tomorrow is in the future, today is now, choose today. The time is now. I empower people to achieve personal, professional, and spiritual growth in their lives. Committed to helping others change their lives by exploring personal strengths. I am a Licensed therapist with over 25 years of mental health experience. Much of this experience was gained during my service in the United States Army serving veterans and their families faced with a wide variety of mental health challenges.

So many times I hear people say, "I'm just tired. There's never enough time, money..." Life does not have to be a constant tug of war with obligations from marriage, children, work and so many other things pulling from every direction. What's driving you to continue adding more to the overwhelming obligations you already have? Sometimes, we need a little help to understand unhealthy habits and to create balance. But asking for help can be difficult. Will you take this opportunity to reshape your life in a way that works better for you and your loved ones?

I believe in the basic goodness of man kind and the client's right to self-determination. We are all doing the best we can. Sometimes experiences from the past affect our present and we need help in clarifying the differences; accepting our past and our present self. You deserve to live your life fully present.

Hi! I'm Jacqui. I have been a therapist for 31 years. Times have changed and so has counseling! Today's clients are troubled by many things that cause stress and anxiety, not to mention trauma. It's understandable given what we deal with on a daily basis.

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.

Welcome! As a Licensed Professional Counselor of 12 years, my theoretical orientation/approach for care is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I will join with you in this part of your life journey to explore thoughts, feelings, and behavioral responses that may involve how you process information, feel as a person and/or within your relationships, and resolve conflict for restoration of hope and personal growth and development. Although I can assist you in many different areas of concern, I specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, and stress; and, conflict resolution within relationships.

In my practice I see clients of all ages, for therapy and testing/evaluations. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse/dependence, behavior disorders and family systems issues. Most of my clients present with a combination of symptoms. I tailor treatment to the specific needs of the client and use research proven techniques to meet the needs of the individual, or family, in a collaborative setting. I teach healthy coping skills to address a wide range of symptoms.

I believe that therapy is an important tool for creating an intentional space to explore how we exist in the world and to practice communicating our emotions and needs. As a relational and trauma informed therapist, I believe that the relationship between a client and therapist is the foundation of healing and growing. In this way, comfort and trust are key to providing a space to freely set intention and dig into meaningful work to pave a path towards growth. A core belief of my practice is that your feelings and self awareness carry a great deal of wisdom about what you need in order to heal and grow.

My style is interactive in helping to identify and resolve your issues. I feel that everyone has positive and negative ways of reacting to stress. I will work with you on finding healthy, creative outlets for your stress.I will help you to detach from unhealthy patterns in your relationships and your life. I believe in working with people from their strengths and starting where they are. I try to encourage my clients to improve their lives and to be happy with the choices they make.

My natural approach to people is very humanistic. A central value of mine is being compassionate, non-judgmental and accepting towards others. I value genuineness, warmth and kindness when connecting with my clients. I believe in the critical role of the relationship between myself and the client, because in my opinion this is the primary mechanism of change. Only in the presence of a caring, safe and trustworthy relationship can we work together towards self-exploration, insight and change.