Anxiety Therapists in Downtown, Austin, TX

I am a relationally-focused clinician dedicated to helping others reach their full potential. I offer a safe space for anyone to share whatever they need and be whatever they need to be. I am relationally-focused because I believe we can experience greater awareness and understanding of ourselves, others and our struggles from exploring how we experience the past and present relationships in our lives. These struggles can manifest in many different forms which can include anxiety , depression, addiction, and unresolved trauma.

Hi there, I am Clarissa! I know it takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to seek counseling services, so I am glad that you found my page! I have had the joy of working in various mental health settings, like traditional talk therapy, women’s health clinics and non-profit organizations. My clinical experience has given me the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I also help clients navigate complicated grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety , life transitions, family/relationship, and self-esteem issues.

My expertise is related to working with individuals who have experienced grief and loss, as well as symptoms of depression, anxiety , ADHD, or mood, behavioral issues, and career challenges. My therapeutic style is kind, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I strive to build a good therapeutic relationship with all my clients. I will treat all my clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I like to use Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness.

Welcome! You have taken a courageous step by seeking out support and acknowledging the growth you can achieve through therapy. I provide counseling to help individuals meet their goals, improve connections with others, and grow into their best self. You are your own best expert. As your therapist, I am dedicated to assisting you. I specialize in addressing issues around anxiety , depression, relationships, life transitions, boundary setting, and managing environmental stressors. Together, we will create an experience where you are empowered to create the life you envision for yourself.

I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with overwhelming feelings, rigid and or perfectionist control strategies, anxiety , relationship challenges, low self-esteem and a confused sense of self-identity. I focus on healing the impact of childhood and family relational trauma so that individuals can lead an authentic, connected and fulfilling life. I also work with couples who experience difficult transitions, communication breakdowns, trust and intimacy issues or feelings of isolation. I will help you learn to identify where you get stuck the most as a couple and replace the patterns and habits reinforcing the dynamic.

Over the past several years, my professional progress focused on helping individuals with depressive symptoms, anxiety related symptoms, poor stress management, life transitions, and more. I also have a multicultural background and understand different languages. Before making Houston my home in 2018, I traveled and lived across the nation, learning from people of diverse cultures. During my long and storied journey over many years in multiple cities, I've cultivated an ability to relate and empathize with people of many various backgrounds.

Hi, and welcome! My name is Ann and I'm a Licensed Master of Social Work or LMSW. I have the privilege of serving clients from a Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT) lens. This evidence-based treatment targets over-controlled coping styles that can show up through social isolation, challenges with connecting to others, perfectionism, and mental health diagnoses like treatment-resistant anxiety /depression, obsessive compulsive disorder/personality disorder, and disordered eating. I value collaborating with my clients and exploring how we can work together to build a life worth sharing.

I specialize in helping clients with mood management, navigating relationships, building better communication, and building coping skills for depression and anxiety . Sessions are offered using a solution-focused, non-judgmental approach. Each session is tailored to each client's needs and present goals.

I believe that you have the right to SLAY your day every day. While I understand that we cannot control the things happening around us, I help clients understand the importance and skills of creating moments of peace and pleasure in their daily routines regardless of their recent experiences. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have over 14 years of active duty military experience working within the mental health profession, including work in family violence and substance use. You can look forward to a high energy and engaging therapeutic process with me as your therapist.

I draw on a wide range of psychological theories and techniques to assist my clients in cutting through the confusion and beliefs that may be holding them back from achieving their personal and professional goals. I encourage pragmatic solutions to the complexities of modern life. My practice focuses on adults, both individuals and couples. Common topics include: depression and anxiety , relationships, stress management, mid-life, chronic pain/health concerns, confidence/self esteem, parenting, addiction and recovery, sexual identity, aging. I also give individual consultations on career choice, career advancement, improving work performance, managing employees, project completion.

I am a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing as a psychotherapist in Austin, TX under the supervision of Grace Dowd, LCSW-S. I have experience working at the intensive outpatient level of care as a group therapist and am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Much of my practice has included working with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety , suicidality, self harming behaviors, eating disorders, and life transitions. Clients have described my style as warm, empathetic, direct, and non-judgemental.

Relationships. Authenticity. Connection. Culturally-Responsive Care. Meaning-making. Creating concrete goals. I believe that humans flourish, heal, and grow within relationship and that primary suffering occurs from social isolation and chronic disconnection. I’ve worked with an array of experiences including, life-transitions, seasonal changes for women, immigration support, intimate partner violence, anxiety , depression, developmental transitions for children and adolescents, parental support, attachment, relational repairs and caregivers. One of my passions is working with Spanish-speaking individuals and families.

Dr. Sabine Volkmann is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Sabine has experience working with individuals dealing with anxiety , depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, substance abuse issues, trauma and PTSD. The treatment modalities that she employs include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy and reality therapy.

I believe that therapy can bring positive changes in helping you live a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life. My belief is to start where you are comfortable and build a relationship by providing a safe, warm and understanding environment. I take a holistic approach to therapy and my goal is to help you set and achieve goals, identify and learn to tolerate emotions, and gain new perspectives and insight.

Having had meaningful therapy experiences myself, I know what a difference it can make. I work primarily with Millennials and Gen Z's and find myself connecting strongly to those who experience anxiety , depression, people pleasing, perfectionism, relationship issues (with others or yourself) and folks with hurt feelings that won't go away. Counseling with me is authentic and whole hearted (with a dash of humor!). I am going to do my absolute best to ensure you feel seen, heard, accepted for who you are.

Therapy can seem intimidating! Everyone is talking about it, but what can you expect? You can expect a warm safe atmosphere to lay down that baggage you've been carrying. You can expect to feel seen and heard without judgment. You can feel empowered to achieve your goals. Allow me to walk alongside you on this incredible journey! I am available to work with individuals, couples, and families. As a Black therapist, I'm passionate about offering representation to clients who don't often get to see themselves reflected in their healthcare providers. For this reason, I especially enjoy the opportunity to work with people of color.

I'm especially passionate about working with people needing both pregnancy and perinatal mental health support with a specific interest in postpartum mood disorders. Parenthood is both a monumental and overwhelming part of life and I enjoy offering support and validation throughout the complicated and oftentimes arduous journey. In addition to my specialty in women's issues, I also have extensive experience treating adults with anxiety , depression, psychological trauma such as intimate partner violence as well as individuals experiencing difficult life transitions.

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.

People experiencing struggles maintaining their desired quality of life, while simultaneously trying to find healing in an unforgiving world, possess immense potential to grow in ways they never thought possible. Pain is an inevitable part of life that we have all experienced. Stressful and painful moments often seem so overwhelming to handle. I firmly believe that you possess the potential and power to overcome this difficult time; and through relational therapy, become an even stronger version of yourself. I vow to stand with and for you to serve you through this hardship.