Therapists in Holly, Austin, TX

Joseph Campbell said, "The effect of a successful journey of the hero is the unlocking and release of the flow of life into the body of the world." Your problems are uniquely yours, and my approach engages that uniqueness with the proposition of pragmatic change based on evidence-based approaches. Counseling is a hero's journey which begins with a desire for a better life, and a subtle voice inside calling for change! I am here to help with that journey, and working to overcome the challenges that are the roadblocks to a better life. I respond most quickly to email inquiries.

We all encounter major stress and loss and often we recover well on our own. Sometimes life becomes overwhelming, confusing and too big to process alone. You can reach out for support, and you don’t have to do it alone. Through therapy, you have the power to focus on what helps you learn and grow. I am passionate about helping clients connect to their core values in therapy. We'll use mindfulness-based therapies to help you become aware of thoughts and behaviors that prevent you from experiencing a joyful and authentic life. I enjoy using humor, creativity and self-compassion in my practice.

As Rumi, the ancient Sufi mystic said, "Only from the heart can you touch the sky." Hello and welcome! I am so glad you have made the choice to explore the options of what it takes to live a life of freedom for yourself! Embarking on the journey towards healing takes courage! I congratulate you! The healing has already begun!

Life is short and it is here to be lived! Feeling depressed, anxious, or simply not yourself, can be an overwhelming experience. You might be feeling unhappy, unmotivated, lonely, or maybe just "stuck". You might be having ruminating, racing thoughts that make it hard to see things clearly and move forward in life. I am here to help you reconnect to yourself, to your personal goals, values, and motivations: all the things that make you a unique individual (you!). I'm here to support you, explore your thoughts and emotions, sort through the difficulties you are dealing with, and gain insight and tools to navigate your life.

Sometimes we have an idea of where we want to be, but aren't sure how to get there or need some help along the way. Therapy can provide us with the space and time to think, process, and apply a different way of operating. I enjoy working with people to help them with the step by step process of change. I have worked with all types of people on issues ranging from anxiety and depression to severe mental health crises, substance use, chronic health problems, and family and relationship struggles. I especially enjoy working with women of color to support them in their journey.

What is keeping you from enjoying your life? Is it the negative thoughts about yourself, your past trauma holding you back, or the anxiety that’s keeping you stuck? Are there certain patterns in your life you can’t seem to break free from? Together we can explore the root of the issue so we can see real change. You are worthy of living the life you desire, and I want to help you get there.

Life transitions can cause great strain in our lives and can lead to even greater pain if not addressed. Signs that you may be struggling with a life transition are depression, anxiety, feeling unsettled and lost, emptiness, fatigue, chronic pain, unexplained ailments, and illnesses. Life is full of painful transitions. Transitions can disconnect you from your true self, what’s important to you, and ultimately disconnect you from a life with meaning. Greater clarity, self-confidence, and balance will help you reconnect with your true self and your values to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Oftentimes we feel called to grow and change when we realize that strategies that helped us survive and adapt, start holding us back. We notice that a part of us feels stuck in learned, habitual patterns of shame, guilt, people pleasing, and self-judgment... And yet another part of us longs to be heard, seen, and to thrive. It longs for more ease, freedom, joy, depth, connection, self-trust, and authenticity. Together we can explore and identify the beliefs and patterns that no longer serve you and explore choices that would feel aligned with the most authentic parts of you. Reach out to schedule a consultation!

Things aren't working inside of you. You may have put together a fairly decent life but on the inside, you aren't enjoying it. You may be more and more uncomfortable in your body. You know the "right" things to do but they don't seem to get to the heart of the problem. You may even have tried therapy before without it truly helping. It may not have gone deep enough. You are probably experiencing early developmental trauma that was never properly addressed. Early developmental trauma patterns have a way of resurfacing in times of crisis and change.

My work seems to be primarily with grad students, young professionals, and humans going through life changes. I enjoy the creative process of growth growing out of discomfort.

We provide affordable PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING / EVALUATIONS & THERAPY services. At times in life we walk a path full of challenges, relationship endings, and grief ...life certainly doesn't operate on fairness. If it is time for you to get professional help, don't hesitate. Together we will work to free you from being stuck in depression, entangled in anxiety, or lost without insight. My popular books, lectures, television, and radio appearances have helped many people. Together with a great team we provide services in Houston, Austin & Dallas. -------Se Habla Español-------

I have 15 years of experience counseling youth and adults in various settings. My concentration has been young adults and the LGBTQ+ population. I take the approach of starting where you are. Through connecting and talking about your intentions, we can begin to find a pathway to addressing and exploring the issues that are impeding your happiness. Within each human is an inner wisdom, and my role is to help you connect with that part of yourself, increasing self-confidence and life satisfaction. It helps to have an outside perspective, and I support your path to choosing a life with more understanding.

Congratulations on taking the first step in starting therapy. For over 20 years, I've enjoyed collaborating with adults, teens and their families to resolve conflicts, and foster more meaningful relationships. Anxiety and depression can cloud our ability to see ourselves and others in a positive light. Together we can challenge negative thinking that blocks goal attainment, regulate overwhelming emotions, and calm the body. In a safe environment we can explore new ways of thinking and being. I look forward to joining you on your journey

I've focused my practice on substance use issues and addictive problems in people lives. For years I worked with women in eating disorders treatment utilizing an addictions model. Later I focused on men, and substance use disorders. Problems can stem from using drugs as an unproductive coping skill to a deeper more physiologically based problem. Our first job together is to find what your specific problem looks like and then find a way forward that's suited to your needs. In addition I also offer services evaluating clients for Substance Use Disorders in Family Law and Criminal cases.

Often it is a life crisis that brings people to therapy; whether it is internal or external. Making the connection of trust and support with the therapist is the first step to the work. I believe in the power of therapy to change patterns that interfere with relationships and satisfaction in life. Over time I have developed great confidence in the benefit of exploring family of origin relationships and how they play out in life. Understanding these patterns is often crucial to change and improvement in anxiety and depression.

Therapy provides the unique opportunity for you to adventure into and openly investigate your internal world. Emotional transformations can be akin to wading into the ocean or navigating a new trail in the forest. While these pursuits are exciting, they can also be intimidating, challenging, or frustrating at times. I view my role as your co-pilot; helping you to navigate what it is that brings you to therapy with the goal of unleashing your innate strengths and ability to overcome. I do so with a genuine curiosity and openness, integrating my training in mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

Addiction is a beast without a heart. It can ruin many areas of our life. If you or a family member struggle with addiction, call me. You don't have to face this alone. There are many paths to recovery and working together we can find one that is right for you. I have been a licensed counselor for over 30 years. I have worked with men, women and adolescents to find sustainable recovery. I know the pain of addiction and I can help those struggling to find solutions. There is life beyond addiction.