Therapists in Austin, TX

My mission is to create hope where there is none and to empower the individuals I work with to find healing. Healing will be defined by YOU - I will operate as an active guide throughout the process. I offer private counseling to individuals and their family members/significant others who are struggling with alcohol and/or drug use. I am able to help craft safety plans, moderation plans or abstinence plans based on your goals. I will assist you to create balance in your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health.

You’re someone who values connection and meaningful relationships but still finds yourself struggling to manage your emotions without turning to substances, feeling increasingly isolated from loved ones and social activities. The weight of guilt and shame weighs heavy on your shoulders, making it difficult to reach out for help. But you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to regain control over your emotions and rebuild your social support network. You’re ready to experience inner peace and authentic connections. Most of all, you’re ready to embrace a life free from the grip of addiction. I want to help you get there.

We all begin the therapeutic journey with our own set of strengths and needs. Sometimes our uniqueness promotes creativity, new perspectives, and collaboration. Other times our uniqueness can be terminal; leading to emptiness, feeling disconnected from self and others, and beliefs that mental health treatment may work for other people, but it won’t work for you. Therapy is not about “getting over” events and issues; it’s about understanding your triggers and learning how to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so that you can move forward and continue to build a fulfilling life.

My name is Martha Ballesteros. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My focus in practice is primarily on substance use, addiction, codependency, co-occurring disorders, cultural identity, and family systems. My clinical practice experience is primarily with individuals dealing with substance abuse issues and with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. My approach in proving therapy is to provide a judgement-free and safe zone for others. Seeking therapy can be a challenging step and I would like for you to feel comfortable. I primarily focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Are you ready to take charge of your life and embark on a journey of self-improvement? If so, you've come to the right place. I specialize in guiding individuals who are determined to make positive changes and overcome challenges including anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of substance use or addiction. If you've tried counseling before but didn't feel understood or supported, I'm here to provide the compassionate and non-judgmental environment you deserve.

I am passionate about helping couples craft deeply nourishing and caring relationships. In our meetings we learn the skills required for loving another person well: good communication, problem solving and repair. We explore what it means for each person to feel loved and cared for and work toward a dance that honors each members unique preferences. I also help couples have important conversations about crafting a mutually satisfying shared vision of what a meaningful life is as romantic partners, parents and community members. We work on healing from painful past ruptures such as infidelity, substance use and frequent fighting.

Beginning therapy is an act of self-compassion, and that requires courage and vulnerability. The journey of self-discovery can be daunting, yet unearthing subconscious drivers can encourage change. If you're feeling bogged down by a sense of being stuck, struggling in your relationships due to heightened reactivity, finding your old coping mechanisms ineffective in the face of intrusive thoughts or hopelessness, or noticing an uptick in substance use or drinking, it's time to take action and transform your life. Together, we'll work to help you create joy and fulfillment by cultivating a life that truly resonates with you.

My focus is on meeting the client from a holistic and integrative approach to therapy. There are many avenues to find motivation to achieve optimal health, as well as maintaining gains through recovery efforts. I find great passion in assisting the client to find their true sense of self (authentic self) through self-actualization, which includes self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self. There's also a desire for positivity and purpose, healthy balanced thoughts, grounding and breathing through mindfulness, replacement of negative behaviors for positive, identifying strengths/solutions, and rewriting the story of their lives.

My goal as a counselor is to offer a safe space for you to be heard, understood, and respected. In addition to counseling and psychotherapy, I have a background in education and performing arts. I enjoy approaching your unique situation in a creative way, in order to help you to meet your goals while gaining new learning and understanding.

My name is James Hunter MS, LPC, LCDC: I am 52 years old and I have over 22 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas and I am also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have worked in various levels of care from intensive inpatient, supported residential, and outpatient treating a wide range of mental health symptoms and behaviors. I Specialize in Cognitive & Behavioral Psychotherapy, Mental Health/Wellness Counseling, and Substance Use Disorders/Addictive related behaviors & disorders counseling, and other modalities modified to your needs.

Lisa McGee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Midland, Texas who works with adults and teens. She provides care to individuals who live with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, and life stresses. Lisa has extensive experience with Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and has received EMDR training and certification. Lisa’s treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on directly targeting the stressful event or memory and reprocessing it to provide a sense of peace and resolution.

Charlotte is an experienced trauma therapist specializing in the treatment of children and families with special needs who have suffered trauma, children in foster care, and adoptive families. Charlotte has developed trauma-informed clinical programs for treatment centers and non-profit organizations across the country. Building trust and rapport with children and their families is the first step to effective treatment. Charlotte uses an integrated family approach to include the entire family in the treatment process.

I am a Rio Grande Valley native that is currently living in the Texas Hill Country. I have been in providing therapy services over 17 years working with people with substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, mood disorder, and persons who have disabilities.

I am Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with active licenses in Ohio, Hawai'i, & Texas. I am a trauma informed practitioner with 9 years of experience in Zen and Integral Psychotherapy, and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I am Safe Zone trained and affirming of all gender identities & expressions. I am experienced in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and other communities of diverse relational norms. I am skilled in healing religious trauma and renewing spiritual connection.

With a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Counseling, I believe in the work of this field. Whether this includes group therapy, addiction psychoeducation, or pre-marital counseling, it is my honor to walk with you as you seek to recover or grow. Life can be heavy and emotions difficult to regulate. Throughout your journey, I recognize that it can be life-changing to add a non-judgmental support with tools to your team as you work to reach your goals by using your own strengths. Just as hurt and betrayal often take place in relationship, so do healing and change. In a session with me, you matter and you are safe.

I view treatment as a safe space where healing can occur through the process of unpeeling multiple layers of mental and emotional patterns (conscious and unconscious), leading individuals to discover their strengths, true potential and authentic self. In this process, one can feel empowered and inspired to integrate all parts of self, even those hidden from the conscious mind. This delicate work is only possible when trust and alliance are established between therapist and client. The principles guiding this work are unconditional acceptance, compassion and non-judgment.

​ I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). I have worked closely with adults, children and families in need of social services for the past 24 years. Professionally, I advise and counsel parents, teens, various spiritual organizations, and agencies regarding mental, and spiritual health. My philosophy is that everyone, regardless of age, culture, identity, and economic background, has the ability to be their best self. In our sessions we will explore your experiences good bad or indifferent that make you live the best life for you!

This practice is ideal for people struggling with alcohol or other drug addiction and prefers to start their recovery in individual sessions with a drug and alcohol counselor rather than by entering treatment in a formal rehab setting. It is also indicated for those who have alcohol and drug addiction assessments and could use the help of a counselor to build sober support. Counseling is typically combined with 12-step or other mutual support group attendance.

I bring compassion, curiosity, and sensitive expertise to my work with adults. A mindful approach allows for attention to the present moment as the foundation for insight and change. Are you finding it difficult to prioritize or care for your mental health? Do you have a history of trauma? Encountering overwhelming life changes? Struggling with chronic pain? My broad experience can be the key to making sense of your world and regaining your equilibrium. In addition, I bring my life experience and work as a professional counselor to offer supervision to LPC interns using the Integrated Development Model and a Psychodynamic approach.