Therapists in Austin, TX

When life becomes overwhelming, therapy can be a great supplement to the coping skills and support systems you already have. Every client brings an individual set of goals and needs to therapy. In my practice, I have developed a holistic approach to healing. I encourage clients to speak openly and I commit to listening without judgment while providing guidance that is tailored to my client’s specific objectives.

Alicia Kruger, LPC specializes in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder(OCD), Anxiety Disorders and Repetitive Body Focused Disorders in both children and adults. She is a graduate of the International OCD Foundation(IOCDF) Behavioral Therapy Training Institute(BTTI) General and Pediatric Training for OCD and has over a decade of experience providing evidence based behavioral treatment for OCD, Body Focused Disorders and Anxiety Disorders. She has extensive experience treating specific phobias such as Emetophobia (fear of throwing up), Trypanophobia (fear of needles)and Latrophobia (fear of doctors).

Sol Community Counseling provides affordable, accessible and professional counseling. Our style is eclectic, but always based in compassion, empathy and high regard for our clients. If you are looking for caring assistance with life challenges, give us a call. We respond quickly and services are easily accessed. Our North Austin office is north of Howard Lane between I-35 and MoPac. We have no limits to the number of sessions clients can receive. Call us or view our counselor profiles at www.solcommunitycounseling.com

My goal is not to treat dysfunction or illness, but rather to promote your emotional and psychological health; help you develop effective communication skills; and encourage you to create a lifestyle that reinforces self-exploration and personal growth. I help you strengthen skills you already possess and develop new ones, so that you can take charge of your life and feel better about yourself. Whether your main concern is your career, relationships, personal growth or spiritual growth, I can help you take the steps that are necessary to start truly enjoying your life. Some evening and weekend appointments are available.

Life can be challenging, especially when you are perceived as different. The world can be cruel to people who are unique and it can lead to feelings of: shame, loneliness, anxiety, fear, and sadness. Please know that you are not alone in this. I offer a safe place where you can allow your authentic self to emerge. Through our connection in therapy, we can explore your challenges and strengths. Using our relationship in session as a guide, you will have the opportunity to discover new insights and move towards your goals. My work centers on helping relationships and adults.

My role as a therapist is to facilitate growth and change by assisting my clients in realizing and exploring the primary concerns in their lives. My job is to help them get "unstuck," so that they can choose other ways to live. I offer tools that can help them communicate better, establish necessary and healthy boundaries, manage anger and fear healthily, and eliminate self-destructive and self-harming behavior. Most importantly, I offer assistance in improving the self, which can enrich and increase the joy in my client's lives.

NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I am here to help you discover your path and help guide you where you want to go in life. I believe in the power of awareness and choice. We all have the ability to choose our path but we may need some guidance, understanding, and support along the way.

I know how difficult it can be to feel like you belong and matter. This feeling can make hard experiences seem overwhelming. Maybe the hard things you're holding are a challenging psychedelic experience, or struggles with a traumatic event. Maybe you're feeling stuck, struggling with meaning-making, questioning your sexuality or gender, or feeling not "good" enough. Whatever brings you to therapy, together we can create the space for you to feel truly seen and understood. I specialize in psychedelic integration, trauma, sex and sexuality, relationship concerns, and LGBTQ+ issues.

You're sick of feeling so overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Life is great on paper and by all accounts, you "should" be happy. But it's getting harder to cover up the feeling that your soul is dying. And that inner critic is so loud it's hard to hear much else. Going through the motions, marking things off your to-do list, but you’re not present. Tasks are means to an end: “If I can just get X, I’ll feel better.” But relief never comes. Maybe happiness lies somewhere in the future, but you can't tap into it now. You know you deserve joy and fulfillment. But how can you begin to trust yourself & start thriving, rather than just surviving?

NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Ready for change? Evaluating life choices? Making a road map for a more authentic you? Let's walk this path together :)

Life changes quickly, and we all hit speed bumps that stop or slow us down. Social and academic crises, trauma, grief, and life transitions are some of the challenges my clients face. I see children 11 years and up, adolescents, families and adults, and offer a safe, supportive environment for clients to find options. I work to help clients build and deepen healthy connections within families, fine tune or learn new skills, and increase confidence. My approach is direct, respectful, collaborative. I listen closely to help build an individual plan.

I believe our stories are sacred. I work from the perspective of providing a safe and validating space for your story. Sometimes things happen that affect the way we perceive our stories. I want to help you reframe the narratives so they will serve you instead of causing additional suffering and anxiety. We will dive into your story, identify your strengths and use them to bolster your confidence in doing the work. We will also explore the thoughts and emotions associated with your story. My goal is to be present to you, to provide support, to help reframe, and to walk with you as we work to accomplish your goals together.

Whatever you're facing, you don't have to face it alone. If you find yourself struggling to be understood, therapy with me can provide a safe and private space for you to talk through your troubles with a supportive partner. I specialize in helping folks who are experiencing life transitions and couples at any stage in their relationship. I love working with couples who are ready to do the deeper work to strengthen their foundation. All my work is LGBTQ+ affirming.

My primary goal as a therapist is to provide you with a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings, in a caring, supportive and respectful environment. I have extensive experience providing psychological and behavioral treatments for drug and alcohol abuse/dependence, depression and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, divorce, grief and loss. I use an integrated approach which draws on the best practices of various counseling theories and I tailor these treatments for each client. Together we will work to help you discover and access your personal wisdom and strength in order to find solutions to your interpersonal or psychological issues.

I'm guessing you’re here to find relief, from anxiety, sadness, emotional pain. It’s tiresome feeling stuck, in the same feelings, trying all the things to feel better. The bad news is our attempts to feel better, are often attempts to escape from or get rid of our feelings, which keeps us caught in the very pain we’re trying to avoid. Here, instead of focusing on feeling better, we focus on getting better at feeling. Instead, our work together involves turning toward what you’re feeling not away from it. Turning in, toward, getting to know, and responding with presence, offers a pathway to relief, to growth, and personal freedom.

I am devoted to helping individuals explore their obstacles to well being and foster healing. At sometime, almost all face an abyss which may be accompanied by feelings of pain, sadness, uncertainty and we need a gentle hand to guide us. I offer such a hand. My approach is unique for each person, helping you navigate the challenging dynamics in a caring way.

I strive to create a safe, warm and supportive environment where my clients are able to open up and explore their inner world with no judgment. I, along with my clients, create a therapeutic plan based on their unique needs that will help them meet their short-term and long-term goals. I work with adults on a wide range of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, and intimacy and relationship issues. Therapy sessions will address emotional and psychological needs, allowing clients to grow in their own creative and potential areas towards a whole and integrated self.

Communication Issues in Your Marriage? I can help.

Regardless of what life has thrown at you, I am here to go through it and grow through it with you. As a queer woman of color, I can relate to those who feel marginalized as a result of life’s most challenging situations and experiences. My goal is to help you effectively manage painful emotions and educate you to respond to difficult situations, thereby leading to a healthier, happier life. My approach is direct, open, and empathic. Respect, optimism and advocacy are at the core of my work. I specialize in counseling with individuals, couples, multi-partner relationships within LGBTQ+, and heterosexual communities of color.