Therapists in Austin, TX

Greetings! I am Barbara Fountain a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with 15 years of counseling experience. I have a passion: for providing counseling to adults, children/adolescents, & families.Successful therapeutic outcomes depend on a good working relationship! A collaborative approach that includes therapist and client working together to reach the client's identified goals. My approach is an integrated psychotherapy style where I attempt to meet the unique individual treatment needs of each client In a warm, positive environment. I provide culturally appropriate services that empower & equip clients with skills necessary to succeed! My motto is:" Strengthening Families to Succeed."

My clinical and research expertise includes the range of anxiety and stress-related disorders, especially PTSD, OCD, panic, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate, caring, and fundamentally science-based. I have extensive training and experience working with clients and their families across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and Veterans. I am also well-versed in delivering several gold-standard CBT and exposure-based treatments. I view meaningful connections and delivering evidence-based treatments as the most important factors that drive therapeutic change.

As a psychologist, I emphasize culturally responsive care. I take a collaborative role in my work with you by adapting my therapeutic strategies to fit your individual needs so that you are achieving the outcomes that you seek. My hope is that you will feel respected and empowered at every step of our work. My approach to therapy is integrative, utilizing primarily a combination of Cognitive Behavioral and Interpersonal techniques with a strong emphasis on the cultural and social factors that shape your life story.

I believe we are listened into our voice and that "what most people really need is a good listening to" (Mary Lou Casey). In my work with clients, I strive to create a safe and resonant space in which clients can feel seen and heard and begin to see and hear themselves in new and different ways. I believe we all have an innate drive toward growth and healing which can, at times, become overwhelmed by life circumstances - both past and present - and that in the context of a supportive, empowering therapeutic relationship, we can rediscover our strengths and our deepest knowing.

Calling all overwrought individuals; you do not have to feel this way anymore. You CAN feel happy again. Whether you're a caregiver, parent, partner, entrepreneur, the perfect child or BFF to all, if you feel like YOU have gotten lost in everyone else's story, I can help you find YOUR story again. I help people reclaim their lives. Together we will identify beliefs and behaviors that may be leading you away from your best self and begin to rebuild new ways to manage your life that will help you regain self-compassion, confidence, and strength.

I've been working with both active military and veterans, college students, family units, and unaccompanied immigrant children, actively providing a variety of services including diagnostic assessments, mindfulness-based interventions, crisis intervention, and behavioral interventions utilizing cognitive behavior therapy based techniques. Therapy is a helpful way of finding yourself in the fast paced life that we live on a day to day basis. It is a powerful tool in discovering better ways to cope with life’s problems, emotions, relationships and communication. I would be honored to be part of your journey.

Deciding to enter therapy is often a brave investment toward your own personal growth. As a therapist, I strive to meet each individual where they are in their journey. We are a sum of our parts and should be treated as such. I implement a holistic approach with a focus in being present and mindful of our here and now. I am an avid traveler, seeking adventure and leaning towards curiosity whenever given the chance.

*All appointments are telehealth* Now is a good time to seek help. The truth is seeking help is not always easy. We can think of any number of reasons to put it off. Capitalize on the courage you already displayed by reaching out and let's get to work! I am on your team and here to offer you the balance of support, compassion, and challenge you need to get over this hurdle and take on the next one.

UPDATE: I am now seeing clients through FaceTime due the pandemic, which is working well with my current clients. I am also seeing clients in person if they prefer. The ideal client would be a motivated client in new recovery; however, if this is your first time to reach out or relapse has been a problem, I congratulate you for asking for help. I have been where you are and know how difficult this is but taking that first step is the hardest part and you’ve done it! If you think I might be able to help you, I love to talk, text or email with you.

I’m an eating disorder and substance use therapist who helps people build healthier relationships with food and their bodies. My work focuses on learning to tolerate emotions, reducing ineffective behaviors, dismantling false beliefs around food and bodies, teaching therapeutic skills to help navigate life, and pausing … recovery is in the pause!

I see individuals and relationships working through issues of identity, sexuality, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other hardship. Feeling dissociated or checked out from your own body, negative body image, or past trauma can stop you from experiencing pleasure and finding fulfillment in life. I guide my clients in connecting back to their bodies to experience, again, how emotions, thoughts, and body sensations are all tied together. I also work through an attachment lens, as the research shows that our relationships with our early caregivers can inform how we attach to those we love as adults.

Managing life's battles can be overwhelming and inherently all-consuming. I am direct, solution focused and client centered when it comes to working with people who are seeking treatment related to substance use/addiction disorders, family/relational conflict, spiritual questioning centered around trauma, grief or purposeful living, life transitions, case management, marriage and couples counseling as well as working with teens, emerging and aging adults. Our sessions can range from helping manage fear that may cause immobility or clouding our brightest path to addressing coping skills to better navigate relapse, improving communication or building insight to behavior and purpose.

Are you finding yourself stuck, lost, unmotivated, or worried about your future? Are you struggling as a parent or partner and desire to move your family in a positive direction? Many have been there and I can help guide you through this season of life. I believe everyone has a journey that has led them to where they are today. Through understanding your own journey, we will work together to develop new skills, behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that will lead to a healthy, productive, and meaningful life.

Do you feel like the obstacles in your life are too big to overcome? Do you feel depression, anxiety, or anger are ruining your chances at happiness? Do you feel overwhelmed by life itself? Is your relationship lacking the love you remember? Too often, people feel helpless in the face of the obstacles in their life. I want you to feel empowered to conquer and master them. My goal is to help clients learn how to manage their own mental health issues and to become lifelong custodians of their own happiness and wellness. You can overcome whatever is facing you.

You may feel stuck and ready for a change. You may have used your intelligence, motivation or creativity to succeed in the past, but something isn't working as well right now. You may feel disconnected in your relationships and overwhelmed by your emotions. Maybe you're very hard on yourself or have difficulty making decisions. I can help you learn to trust yourself, increase self-compassion, and improve your relationships. Therapy is a process of getting to know yourself and your strengths. Together, we can help you get clear on what you really want and develop steps to meet your goals.

Eating disorders are isolating. Your world has felt minimized to the endless loop of anxiety around what you eat and when. You’ve found yourself avoiding friends and family, canceling plans, and just struggling to get through the day. It feels hard to develop any sort of peace with yourself in a culture that is so intent on reminding you your body is wrong. It’s hard to even remember what it feels like to trust or respect your body.

Everyone goes through moments in life when they feel overwhelmed, lost, confused, frustrated, sad worried or just plain stuck. Perhaps it has to do with problems at work, conflict in a relationship or feeling dissatisfied with something else in life. I became a therapist because I wanted to help people through those times of need or challenge in their lives. My goal is to help my clients uncover the roots of their distress and develop the ability to use their unique attributes to face challenges and make changes in their lives.