Aetna Therapists in Austin, TX

As a BIPOC woman, do you feel isolated, scrutinized, and uncomfortable in your own skin? Does it take monumental effort to get through everyday tasks? Do personal issues come between you and your professional goals? Have you experienced traumatic events that continue to weigh heavily on your mind long after the event has passed? You are not lazy, unmotivated, or unfocused. These may be symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma-induced disfunctions, including those caused by the repeated micro-aggressions experienced by sexual, gender, racial, and ethnic minorities. Therapy can help.

You may feel like you've tried everything, like there is no way you can change or grow, and how life has been is how it will remain. Those feelings are valid and personal but feelings are NOT facts. You absolutely have the ability to change and growth is happening every day. Sure, you may not know where to start or what to do but you have the ability to learn. All it takes is an open mind and intentional effort.

As a therapist, I hope to help you identify experiences that may have created triggers or symptoms that are negatively affecting you and the way you function every day. I I have worked with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, schizophrenia, and substance abuse. I also have extensive experience with the veteran population. My hope is to help you discover your inner resources and strength that will help you become a happier and healthier person. We will work together to build on your resources to help you cope with future experiences.

Currently ONLY accepting Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened clients. Contact us, Please use our Therapy Service Request Form at nationaldeaftherapy.com/requestform

Hi, I am Lorena Mendoza Gibson, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with over 17 years of experience. My focus is working with children, adolescents, and adults in areas such as trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, LGBTQIA+, and women's issues. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Eclectic, Client-Centered, and Reality Therapy.

I am an experienced mental health and life transitions counselor and psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience. I have trained in brief and family therapy and Ericksonian psychotherapy and offer hypnosis as an adjunct to therapy. My style is synthesis of many approaches and techniques that I have created over the years which really works. I see children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Healing looks different for everyone. The common factor in any form of recovery is self-exploration. To be curious about yourself is a big step in walking the road to wellness. I am familiar and comfortable working with those who are in crisis, have a mood disorder, or struggle with depression, anxiety, and grief. I can serve clients between the ages of 13 and 75. I am also EMDR trained. Hablo inglés y español. If you are nervous, that's okay. A quick call with me can help you determine if I can be of service in your mental health care.

For many the decision to come into counseling or bring a child into counseling is a big step. My goal is to help ease this time for you through building a therapeutic relationship and helping to equip you with tools to ease these seasons in your life. I have been in private practice for the past 4 years. My background includes working with women in recovery for a variety of issues, including: codependency, depression, anxiety and abuse, as well as ten years experience with school age children in the public schools.

As Billy Cox once said: "Life's greatest difficulties always happen right before life's greatest breakthroughs." Following obtaining a BA in Psychology, I entered the mental health field over 11 years ago. It was there that I found both excitement and purpose in my work with clients who found themselves facing a wide variety of challenging life events and used this drive to complete an MA in Professional Counseling, gaining further certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor.

I've provided and supervised counseling services for over 30 years in a variety of settings with all age groups. My experience and training has convinced me of several things i.e., relationships define our sense of self; we look to our relationships for comfort and safety; when we are validated we function better and these important relationships support our continued growth and well-being. I believe successful counseling is a commitment to create a safe place that allows each person to communicate their needs at a deeper, more genuine level, and practice more effective ways of relating to others.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have over 11 years of experience providing family, individual, and group therapy. I currently focus on working with adults managing life transitions, work stress, and marital concerns. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, stress, parenting concerns, developing life goals. I also work with teens to help manage stress, develop life goals, and coping with other mental health concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

Substance use disorders, eating disorders, & other destructive behaviors are often used as a way to cope with emotional distress and/or avoid pain. I help individuals heal by being curious & compassionate about the destructive behaviors to discover what purpose they serve. This often looks like assessing biological & social factors, healing unresolved trauma, grief, attachment issues, and learning new coping skills. I utilize a collaborative & holistic approach to treatment. Together, we can heal the pain, and find new ways to cope with emotional distress.

Fran Zucaro is a Licensed Professional Counselor who offers a collaborative approach where dynamic change can occur. She assists clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, medical illness, relationship issues, divorce, child/adolescent trauma, and behavioral issues. Fran brings a unique set of experiences — she has worked extensively within psychiatric inpatient units, intensive outpatient units (PHP/IOP), emergency departments, school counseling, and college admissions counseling

Accepting New Clients! Open Heart Counseling of Austin PLLC (OHCA) is a group practice founded by Lacey Castilleja Fisher. Lacey wanted to create a practice that is all inclusive so the community can have a safe space to come and share their stories as they find healing after they have experienced trauma. Survivors of trauma often feel worried that they cannot share their experiences with others because it is too difficult to hear. Our therapists are able to sit with you to hear your story as many times as you need to tell it. When you are ready, we are here to hold hope for you as you begin your healing journey.

Life changes quickly, and we all hit speed bumps that stop or slow us down. Social and academic crises, trauma, grief, and life transitions are some of the challenges my clients face. I see children 11 years and up, adolescents, families and adults, and offer a safe, supportive environment for clients to find options. I work to help clients build and deepen healthy connections within families, fine tune or learn new skills, and increase confidence. My approach is direct, respectful, collaborative. I listen closely to help build an individual plan.

Hello, It's nice to meet you! I am a Sr. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas with 18 years of professional work experience. I specialize in Children, Teen, and Adult Survivors of Narcissistic, Borderline, and Antisocial (aka psychopathy) personality-disordered parents. I also treat clients with partners, siblings, work colleagues, and community leaders who exhibit a high amount of characteristics of narcissistic, borderline, histrionic, or antisocial (aka psychopathy) personality disorder traits. I also have a new music album titled, "No Looking Back," which focuses on healing from Complex Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse.

**ONLINE SCHEDULING, EVENINGS AVAILABLE** Therapy should be about YOU. There is no one-size-fits-all solution in life. Everyone is unique in their own way. People come from all kinds of different circumstances, they see things in different ways, process information, and react to the world differently. I understand this. That is why I enter each counseling session focused solely on the person in front of me. My person-centered approach means I treat the whole of a person based on what works for them as an individual. I offer a judgement free and encouraging environment to discuss the issues you want to tackle.

Looking back, did anyone REALLY teach you how relationships work best? Do you think you've learned ALL there is to know about how to create great relationships? Most of us would candidly answer, "No." Congratulations: You're looking in the right place! I've spent years working with couples and individuals helping them find a way forward in their most intimate relationships. Together, we'll fashion a practical path toward renewing love and discovering self-awareness. We'll customize a plan designed to achieve your specific goals and successfully navigate the bends and turns in your unique love story.