Therapists in West University, Austin, TX

I am committed to providing a safe and accepting environment where individuals and families can find help and hope while looking to make a change in their lives. I am a systems therapist who specializes in dealing with children, parents, couples, & family dynamics. I believe strongly that laughter is an effective tool and do my best to make therapy both fun and effective.

My deepest professional aspiration is to enable others to discover their own motivations for change and to find within themselves the ability to take responsibility for their thought life and thus find the power to take actions and thereby make dramatic and transformative changes in their lives. In working with individuals, couples, and groups, my aim is to foster self-esteem, coping skills and encourage building positive and supportive relationships. I work with individual clients, couples, and lead weekly therapy groups. Deep lasting change that is already beginning iswithin your grasp. Reach out, I'd be honored to work with you.

Hi there! My name is Hannah and I am LMSW and an LCDC. I am committed to creating a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help empower them to achieve their goals. I believe that everyone is doing the best they can, and that through work in therapy we have the capacity to learn how to have our needs met in healthier and more effective ways. We all have learned maladaptive coping skills, and we are capable of learning new ways to cope and interact with the world.

Are you struggling to find healthier ways to cope with the challenges life has presented? Perhaps you have a history of relapse or worry that therapy won't help you. You do not have to do it alone; seeking counseling is a courageous first step. My counseling style is warm, empathetic, integrative, pragmatic and person-centered. I believe that a therapeutic relationship should be a collaborative one in which you and I work together to discover creative strategies, solutions and, at times, even humorous insights to help you practice new ways to thrive. I am here to guide and support you on your journey.

The ideal client is goal-oriented and ready to get to work. He or she may be experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, or maybe lingering effects of substance use or addiction. He or she may have tried counseling in the past but didn't feel that the "right fit" was made with the former provider. He or she is likely seeking an environment in which he or she can talk about whatever is going on in life without feeling judged or ostracized.

Do people think you got your stuff together? But you feel things are unraveling? Yes, you are managing life, work and family but neglecting yourself. Are you tired, overwhelmed, depressed and not sleeping well? Have you started engaging in unhealthy behaviors or not being yourself? Contact me if you are ready to make a change today. Don't end this year without resolving past issues.

Congratulations on taking a step towards your healing. I know how important it is to find someone with whom you feel safe and can guide you in meeting your goals. So thank you for your interest in me as your potential therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California in 2011. I have over a decade of experience in the health and mental health fields including community health, community mental health, and hospice.

I am passionate about helping individuals see and value the good in themselves. Oftentimes our minds can fool us into believing that we are not worthy, not enough, or unloveable. These are generalized falsehoods that are usually rooted in trauma. I work to create a safe space for you to begin to confront such negative core beliefs - to stare them down - in order to begin to challenge, dismantle, and replace them with new, positive beliefs.

Like people, trauma can be individualized. I'd love to listen to any concerns like anxiety or depression that are causing you to feel stuck. Most people struggling with their mental health feel disconnected and isolated. Let's build community with one another. I understand how trauma can play a role in how we function day to day, and I believe there are many different methods to combat this, which is why I incorporate EMDR therapy to help relieve that trauma. Let's explore what a self-reliant you looks like.

Finding a therapist who feels like the right fit for you can be hard. And to add an extra layer of difficulty, you’re often trying to find a therapist when life is already hard enough. I enjoy providing therapy for teenagers and young adults experiencing: 1) grief and loss, 2) stress associated with major life changes, and 3) anxiety related to perfectionism or performance. While I am best trained to provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I usually integrate CBT with other types of therapy based on my clients' needs!

I believe that a collaborative approach between therapist and client is most effective. My intention is to empower my clients to put the pieces together to help solve the mysteries of their inner world. I truly believe that my clients can find their truth and move towards mental wellness. I use an integrated approach to treatment utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family System, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also believe in equipping my clients with coping skills to practice between sessions.

Reaching out for support is the first step! Difficult friendships, periods of self-doubt, trauma, and major life changes often place people in situations were extra support is helpful. In these moments, we often want a sounding board, a nonjudgemental place, and most importantly to be seen and heard.

My ideal clients want change, but they aren't sure it's possible. If they know it's possible, maybe they're frustrated things aren't different yet. I specialize in working with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and co-occurring depression. Partially due to my past as a lawyer, I have significant experience working with individuals in high-stress, professional careers and highly technical fields. Also, I'm neurodiversity-affirming and enjoy helping adults explore the significance of late life diagnosis.

Hey, I’m Tanya (she/her/hers). I graduated from Texas A&M in 2004 with a BS in Psychology. After graduation, I moved to Fort Worth where I attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and received a MA in Family and Marriage Counseling and a MA in Christian Education. Following graduation in 2007 I have been doing therapy and case management. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor (LPC-S) and a Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)-practitioner. I have a passion for helping individuals and walking alongside them so they can become the person they have always wanted to be.

Is anyone ANXIOUS out there?! I think I heard a resounding "YES!" What a stressful, uncertain time we are in now...COVID, global warming, conflicts everywhere - between politicians, neighbors, countries, etc. I specialize in anxiety management, but I find that it is a big umbrella issue that includes many other things, so I talk to my clients about the circumstances, relationships, ways of thinking that contribute to their stress. Each person is unique, and I try to match my approach to their needs. I also like to have fun with my clients. Therapy with me isn't all about gloom and doom. It's about positive change!

As a therapist, I use a holistic, person-centered, integrative, collaborative approach to help individuals face challenges, recognize their unique strengths, and meet their goals. I prioritize building a relationship with each client based on trust and safety. I honor and validate my clients’ lived experiences and encourage my clients to approach pain with curiosity and compassion, empowering them to find pathways to wellness as they define it.

Are you having trouble letting go of painful and unhelpful thinking patterns? Feeling a sense of ‘now what’? What about debilitating anxious feelings? Are you ready to explore/process how past trauma(s) may be impacting your life? Perhaps you are experiencing stress or difficult transitions. Whether you’re battling depression, feeling anxious, experiencing conflict, or dealing with symptoms from trauma, Damaris will provide a safe space to help support and guide you toward your personal goals.

Tired of being at war with perfectionism and anxious with the thought of others seeing you as less than perfect? Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety due to a lack of confidence in who you are and your abilities? This is such a stressful way to live in a world of uncertainty and constantly second-guessing one's self. When you're ready to make a change you're ready to navigate your life into the world of I am enough! Begin to recognize the things you bring to the table of life and foster relationships with people who genuinely appreciate who you are. I want to help you get there.

Let’s face it – looking for a therapist isn’t easy. The process takes time, energy and bandwidth that are in short supply for you right now. Whether you need help for your yourself or your relationship, you're in the right place. I'm here to help you get curious about what's happening, start feeling better, find new solutions, and get back on track so you're living and loving with more ease, joy and vitality. You'll learn to express your feelings, work with negative thoughts, rewrite limiting beliefs, and explore what's holding you back from the past so you can move forward in your life.