Relationship Issues Therapists in Austin, TX

Disturbing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, disorientation, and explosive anger may be signs that important, but unseen, parts of ourselves need attention. I use a depth psychological approach to help clients develop greater awareness of who they are and what they need, so that they can use their symptoms as pathways to a more meaningful relationship with themselves and the world around them.

I bring an honest and authentic intention to work with you as a unique, whole person; one that is not defined by a label or diagnosis. I enjoy partnering with clients who are curious and open to working on improving stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues (romantic, family or work) and/or are searching for fulfillment, hope and answers to all the 'why's. Our environment will be warm, empathetic and judgement-free to explore your experiences and, if you are up to it, discuss previous trauma(s). We will collaborate on goals and the path to get you where you want to go.

Struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or existential issues? We can help. At Presence Wellness, we utilize the very latest science to help you achieve real change quickly. Our approach is effective and efficient as well as warm and connected. Led by nationally-recognized therapist John Howard, we address your issues with the most current methods while grounding the work in a down-to-earth, friendly relationship. We are known for personal growth, and for walking our talk. We help you address immediate needs, yet offer an in-depth and long-term path of personal growth.

I am Guy "Jeff" Powell, Ph.D., a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and couples for 20-plus years. I have worked with people from all walks of life. I call myself the Blue-Collar-Therapist, because it is my belief, all people, regardless of their station in life, are worthy of unconditional positive regard and assistance with life's difficulties. I have years of experience providing therapy for individuals across the lifespan (children through the elderly).

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Texas. I have 8+ years of experience working with individuals coming from a range of circumstances and backgrounds. My formative work primarily involved working with adolescents, families, and couples dealing with crises in a social service setting. Through that experience, I found that my true passion lies within a few specialties: couples & family counseling, adolescents & young adults, LGBTQI+, EMDR, stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

The decision to enter into therapy is a very personal one, and who you do it with is important. I can offer a peaceful and safe place to explore who you are and the difficulties you may be having,in order to live a happier life. I listen fully in an effort to see you truly, but I'm quite interactive. I'm deep at times, and I'm playful and practical as well, helping you figure out solutions and to make plans. This is a joint process where we come together to make your life better.

I enjoy assisting with goal clarity and quickly identifying the necessary action steps to achieving client goals. By focusing in on the crucial specifics of the goal, success and emotional relief are easier to achieve. With honest self-reflection and a desire to make behavioral and/or cognitive changes, my clients are able to reach new levels of satisfaction. I believe that by utilizing one's own strengths and preferences, with a dose of humor tossed in, most clients will be able to feel empowered to manage and solve most of life's problems with a hopeful attitude right away.

Currently Accepting New Clients- I see therapy as a tool to help people navigate this complex world in a way that’s connected to their authentic self. Therapy can help people process pain, manage depression and anxiety, find inner strength and create stronger relationships. My hope is that our therapeutic relationship can guide you in establishing new, healthier patterns of living.

I have the privilege to work beside children, adolescents, and adults in difficult and often confusing times in their lives. My mission is to provide care and clarity for my clients while honoring their values in a way that can strengthen and improve their relationship not only with themselves but with their family and friends as well.

You are the expert on your own life. But sometimes, an outside perspective can be helpful, providing valuable feedback about our behavior patterns. This is especially important for growth and change to occur. I practice a person-centered approach and our time together will feel like a conversation, as our therapeutic relationship is a collaboration. I will draw from various treatment models to help you manage stress, improve resilience, and gain control in the areas of your life that feel overwhelming. I will help you obtain a deeper understanding of your inner narrative and explore ways you can exercise self-compassion.

Although everyone who begins therapy hopes for a more satisfying life, people bring a variety of concerns to their first sessions. In your sessions with me, the emphasis will be on you. You'll find a comfortable place to explore your concerns and dreams and determine how to improve your experiences and relationships. I'll honor who you are--your cultural background, life choices, sexual orientation, and age. I'll offer support and feedback as you work through current and past issues and rediscover strengths that will help you move forward in a positive direction.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!*** Ample + Rooted provides an affirming and welcoming home for diverse individuals to reclaim their inherent worth. Through therapy, mindfulness practices, courses, trainings and events, we support, guide and hold space for our clients to feel valued, nurtured and nourished. We believe healing and growth happen when you feel truly seen and understood. Our individual, relationship and group therapy services are available to folx of all backgrounds, orientations, identities, expressions, and relationship and family constellations.

I navigate from the belief that we all want to see and be seen well and to engage in complete freedom to be all that we are. As a therapist, my hope is that you will find that here. I practice psychotherapy through various modalities including psychodynamic, attachment-based, somatic attention, and trauma-informed theories. However, my foundational approach is Relational. I believe that if our wounds begin in relationship, they can only find healing within a restorative one.

I help people explore how their relationships with self, other people, culture, and larger societal systems have shaped who they are and how they move through life. I provide an empowering and affirming space for my clients to explore their emotions, relationships, and patterns of behavior. My ultimate goal is to help people heal, craft satisfying relationships, and create a life worth living. My clients can expect warmth, compassion, directness, and humor in our work together. I flexibly draw from relational cultural, feminist, dialectical behavioral, experiential, and emotion-focused approaches.

I am a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst experienced in working with older adolescents and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems and struggles with family dynamics, mood disorders, substance abuse, college and life transition anxieties - and those helping family members with these problems. My style is warm, engaged and collaborative. While I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, my orientation is primarily psychodynamic, which means I start with the assumption that the sources of distress can be complex and often outside our immediate awareness.

Therapy offers a safe welcoming space where an individual, couple, or family can explore and process their unique narratives without judgment or blame. I believe that empathy and trust are fundamental components to a healthy therapeutic relationship. In my practice I strive to meet people where they are on their healing journey. My therapeutic stance is grounded in compassion and a firm belief in the mind, body, spirit connection.

Your relationship with yourself and others cause you to suffer in ways that your friends can't fully comprehend. Feelings of failure, insecurity, anxiety and depression have left you feeling like a stranger in your own life. You question yourself, wondering if you've done something wrong... whether there's something you should be doing differently. Friends and family are trying to be helpful with their advice, but it often leaves you feeling worse. Some days you have hope and others you feel you are in true despair. You are desperate to make sense of it all, and you don't know where to turn.

I am a Therapist and have been providing mental health services for 2 years in outpatient and in home settings. I see Individuals and I address ADHD, adjustment disorder, depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and relationship challenges. I believe that the therapeutic journey is a self-discovery process to learn, reflect, and heal from past experiences that have impacted the way you relate to yourself and to the world around you. My goal as a therapist is to create an “untouchable” space where clients can unashamedly be who they are and share openly.

Experiencing life changes, grief or loss often prompts us to seek counseling. As a counselor, my aim is to support and empower clients in making positive changes. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can find meaning in their challenges and grow from their experiences. I believe that with the guidance and respect of a counselor, people can overcome obstacles and discover their inner strength. Together, we work towards aligning actions, goals, and lifestyles with personal values, fostering authenticity and fulfillment. Integrity serves as my guiding principle throughout the therapeutic journey.