EMDR Therapists in Austin, TX

Accepting New Clients NOW - I believe in being honest, transparent, and real. I believe we are all doing the absolute best we can with what we have AND we can always be doing better. I believe you are the expert in your own life and I’m here to be a guide. I have a passion for working with young adults, especially millennials, and women of color.

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.

We live in challenging times, even more so now with the emergence of the Coronavirus. Are you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or anxious? Are you fearful, lack joy, and worry filled? I am here to help. It’s easy to lose our compass and sense of life’s purpose during difficult times. You are not alone. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, eclectic and client centered. I believe healing can take root and grow merely by having your story heard. Each person's story is unique, therefore your therapy is tailored specifically to YOUR needs. Are you ready to take the first step towards HOPE, and become HOPE FILLED? Let’s begin.....

I treat clients for trauma and trauma related conditions. I help people untangle their lives from the grips of depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD and other conditions that result from life's difficulties. I see clients from all walks of life in various stages of life.

Are you someone who struggles with anxious and self-defeating thoughts, has difficulty finding joy and fulfillment, feels stuck in a pattern of unhealthy behaviors or wants to create and improve relationships with others? My mission is to create a secure, judgment-free space to help clients process emotions, challenge self-limiting beliefs and create lasting change. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss issues, trauma and unhealthy addictive behaviors.

Feeling anxious? Is life overwhelming & you have tried seeking answers only to experience frustration? Maybe you're depressed or anxious and it's difficult to manage even the smallest details of your day. Whatever your unique situation, you've come to a point in which you realize things need to change. I am currently accepting new patients and LPC Associates seeking supervision toward LPC licensure.

It is my heartfelt desire to assist you in connecting with your authentic self and rediscovering a deep sense of well being. I am empathetic, spiritual, thoughtful, interactive, and dedicated to your deepest healing. I work with individuals and couples, empowering them to create loving, healthy relationships. I practice a blend of techniques, including EMDR , gestalt, person centered and spiritual psychology. I also provide supervision for LMFT graduate interns and post-graduate associates.

Yellow Chair Counseling is accepting new clients - use the "Schedule Appointment" button on our website! I am passionate about embracing the paradox of accepting ourselves as we are right now, while also committing to change. I believe this is the essence of therapy that leads you towards the fulfilling and joyful life you deserve to be living. When I sit with you, I offer my unconditional acceptance, my calm presence, my sense of humor, and concrete tools that are easy to use and effective. My desire is to cultivate a genuine and compassionate relationship in which we can collaboratively work together towards health and happiness.

Clients that seek my expertise experienced recent traumatic events or reports ongoing Anxiety (including Performance Anxiety), Depression, or Loss. My work is trauma-focused and includes secondary trauma for medical, police or judges. Signs of being affected by traumatic events or childhood attachment wounding, is noticing you are overreacting (getting triggered) in situations, and feeling stuck in negative belief systems. My work helps clients develop a strong sense of self and an ability to set healthy boundaries. I especially enjoy working with clients that find their past experiences limits their ability to function optimally.

Do you feel trapped in unhealthy patterns or difficult emotions? Are there old wounds showing up in the present? Are you struggling with relationships and not quite sure why? When we experience trauma, particularly relational trauma, or difficult life events, we often get stuck in unhelpful patterns as a way to protect ourselves from re-experiencing pain. I’ll work to create a space where you can be your authentic self so we can compassionately turn towards the challenges you’re facing and make lasting change. My style is warm, compassionate, and patient. Together, we can explore how you can create a more meaningful life.

Now Offering EMDR Intensives. Get Better FASTER! Do you feel like you spend all your energy managing your fear or depression, trying to prevent panic attacks, and hiding your anxiety from those around you? You're here because you're unsure if you can overcome what's holding you back and it feels like nothing helps. From our first session together I will give you concrete tools and ideas to help you manage your symptoms once and for all. I can help you start looking inwards at your needs, feelings, and wants, and focus on you instead of looking after everyone around you.