Therapists in Austin, TX

Accepting new clients. You honestly believe if you tried a little harder the problem would go away. While you anxiously replay the past and rehearse what to do differently next time, you’re slowing losing yourself. Sometimes the only relief to the obsessive thoughts are moments of depression and being distracted. You wonder if there is another way, and yes, there is a better way. Sometimes we rely on familiar thoughts and behaviors that we don't notice aren't working in this situation.

Hello, I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California, Washington State and Texas. Office hours: Monday - Thursday 7amPT/9amCT to 12pmPT/2pmCT. Please contact via EMAIL rather than calling as that is the way to receive the most timely reply. I am currently accepting Texas and Washington clients for individual therapy.

Working and taking care of others in these time can be challenging to navigate. I believe it's in these trying times when it's most important to set time aside to care for yourself. I work collaboratively with a warm, empathetic, down-to-earth style that helps you feel comfortable, where dialogue and the process of reflection and exploration allow insight and growth to develop.

Hello!My name is Carlos Castillo, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I’m going to tell you a little bit about myself so that you can decide for yourself if I’m someone you’d feel comfortable working with. For over a decade, I have helped people transition out of some of the most difficult stages of their lives. As you might have guessed, I specialize in life transitions and adjustment stress. I have worked with ex-convicts, drug users, veterans, retirees, immigrants, college grads, as well as terminally ill and chronically ill populations.

Beginning therapy can be a challenging first step to making desired changes in life. My goal is to help you learn lifelong coping skills that are necessary for making these desired changes. Exploring thoughts and feelings, practicing self-reflection, gaining greater self-acceptance, and learning ways to improve communication are some techniques I incorporate into therapy. I utilize a combination of collaborative and integrative therapy to aid you on your journey of self-healing, changed behaviors, and personal growth. I work hard to make sure that the client feels safe and supported during this journey.

My professional training as a therapist was based in systems theory (i.e. change affects everything) and informed me of many other modalities. My work in the public mental health system has broadened my skill set to be comfortable working with severe and persistent mental health disorders as well. Through the years, I have collected several interventions and strategies to apply to the counseling work that I now offer to families, adults and couples.

You’ve probably heard a lot of talk about what therapy is or isn’t. I think therapy is hard to define because it takes on a different meaning and trajectory for each person. Therapy is not linear nor is it easy, but it is profound. Therapy is not something I do to you; it is something I do with you. Together, we team up to gain insight and growth

I have experience working with issues related to trauma and loss, shame/guilt, anxiety/stress, depression, relationship issues, loneliness and religous abuse. My mission is to provide a safe place in therapy and to serve you with warmth and care. I desire to bring wholeness and connection to those I work with. I work with all age ranges, providing ongoing treatment to meet emotional, relational, behavioral, and spiritual needs.

I am passionate about helping individuals and couples thrive in reaching their goals by building on their strengths and identifying new and creative ways to adjust to difficult situations and circumstances. "People come for therapy not to change their past but their future." a quote by Milton Erickson inspires us to view therapy as a way to manage change.

Whether you are experiencing relationship distress, life transitions, difficult circumstances and emotions, or major trauma I see the process of therapy as a way to gain support, insight, and ultimately healing in your journey. My goal is to help you to explore your unique story, bringing awareness and a deeper understanding of yourself and situations.

Telehealth Only! I have one rule in session: We have to laugh at least once. Life is hard, work can be stressful, parenting can be chaotic, relationships can be confusing, and sometimes we are just not okay! Therapy can be a place where you learn more about yourself, your family of origin and the world around you. Even though life is hard we can still have peace. With a mindfulness approach, we can help you find your safe place. We can change how you relate to the world and your suffering in a manner that benefits you. In a life that can sometimes be a rollercoaster, we will work together to handle the ups and downs.

As complex and dynamic beings I believe that humans are so much more than just a label or diagnosis. My therapeutic style is respectful, collaborative, and filled with unconditional positive regard for my clients in an environment that is both honest and inclusive. I am passionate about working with anxious and depressed adults who are experiencing symptoms related to past trauma. More specifically, developmental traumas related to family of origin issues resulting in early childhood attachment difficulties that are likely due to a difficult/unloving parent or dysfunctional home environment.

I believe that everyone has hit a roadblock before, but we don’t have to overcome those roadblocks alone. I have a passion for offering support to individuals during their most trying times. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and I am here to assist you as you explore life’s journey. My ultimate goal is to meet you where you are emotionally and help guide you towards healing and wellness with compassion and understanding. A good counselor can be a crucial partner along the way to help us think through where we have been, where we are, and where we want to be.

You are here because something is off. The armor that you normally wear might need to be repaired, or the protective shield that you use daily isn’t as effective as it used to be. You are having trouble you didn’t used to have or maybe you are ready to face something that has been there a while. You might be confused about big life stuff or are experiencing grief that you aren’t sure how to process. You might have moments of your life that seem stuck on repeat in your mind and you can’t find the STOP button on the remote. You absolutely aren't alone in these struggles and you have found an ally that can help face them all.

Finding answers, resolutions, and ultimately healing in the middle of some of life's most difficult times can be challenging. Help is about being guided to internal solutions that may be hidden by the intensity of the pain or the complexity of the challenge. Austin Counseling Associates can help. As practitioners of counseling arts, we are deeply committed to being present, connected, creative, and caring. Through the use of these attributes, we seek to guide clients down a path of discovery...a path to healing one's self. We are currently accepting new patients for individual, couples, and family therapy.

Whether you seek therapy to help restore balance in life or you are simply trying to invest in your mental health, congratulations on taking that step! Sometimes, unexpected events profoundly impact us, and we are left wondering how to pick up the pieces. I believe that individuals become the person they are today through life experiences, thus shaping their worldview and how they think, feel, and behave. Connecting with my clients is of the utmost importance to me, and I aim to hold a safe and comfortable place where my clients feel empowered to be their most genuine selves.

I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.