Emotionally Focused Therapists in Austin, TX
Trent Schmiedehaus, LCSW-S, SEP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is grounded in an experiential, emotionally focused approach to healing, drawing from transformative modalities such as Relational Life Therapy, AEDP, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) mindfulness, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology and Somatic Experiencing.
I work with adult couples and individuals seeking to strengthen emotional bonds, deepen connection and experience greater intimacy with all of life. I specialize in helping individual clients building satisfying relationships with themselves, others and the world at large.
My practice is grounded in an experiential, emotionally focused approach to healing, drawing from transformative modalities such as Relational Life Therapy, AEDP, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) mindfulness, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology and Somatic Experiencing.
I work with adult couples and individuals seeking to strengthen emotional bonds, deepen connection and experience greater intimacy with all of life. I specialize in helping individual clients building satisfying relationships with themselves, others and the world at large.
I utilize techniques from a variety of theoretical frameworks including narrative, motivational interviewing, EFT and CBT.
Contemplating any change can be daunting, but here you are, reaching out, exploring. Seeing a therapist can be the first step along a new path. Change takes time, and we can go at your pace, walking together on a path you determine. Whether you are looking at a life transition, worried about how substance use is affecting you, grieving a loss or dealing with a chronic illness, together we will begin the process of examining where you are, working together to shift to a place that brings you fulfillment and to help you reach your goals.
I utilize techniques from a variety of theoretical frameworks including narrative, motivational interviewing, EFT and CBT.
Contemplating any change can be daunting, but here you are, reaching out, exploring. Seeing a therapist can be the first step along a new path. Change takes time, and we can go at your pace, walking together on a path you determine. Whether you are looking at a life transition, worried about how substance use is affecting you, grieving a loss or dealing with a chronic illness, together we will begin the process of examining where you are, working together to shift to a place that brings you fulfillment and to help you reach your goals.
Heather M. Madrid
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, NCC, MA, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Online Only
She integrates evidence-based approaches like CBT, EFT, and more to help tailor each session to your specific needs.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, or a major life transition? Life can be incredibly complex and challenging. Heather specializes in helping individuals navigate emotional difficulties, build resilience, and reconnect with their inner strength. Whether you're facing personal struggles, past trauma, or patterns that no longer serve you, Heather offers a compassionate and straightforward approach to help you regain control, set healthy boundaries, and rediscover your self-worth. If you're ready to break free from emotional pain and create lasting change, reach out today and begin your journey toward healing and growth.
She integrates evidence-based approaches like CBT, EFT, and more to help tailor each session to your specific needs.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, or a major life transition? Life can be incredibly complex and challenging. Heather specializes in helping individuals navigate emotional difficulties, build resilience, and reconnect with their inner strength. Whether you're facing personal struggles, past trauma, or patterns that no longer serve you, Heather offers a compassionate and straightforward approach to help you regain control, set healthy boundaries, and rediscover your self-worth. If you're ready to break free from emotional pain and create lasting change, reach out today and begin your journey toward healing and growth.
Our counselors trained in a variety of science-based relationship models including the Gottman method of couples therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, the Internal Family Systems model, Intimacy support models, and the relational cultural model of counseling.
The Center for Relationships is a community wellness center offering individual, couples, family, counseling services to promote relational wellness and flourishing. We also offer educational trainings and workshops, retreats, groups, and outreach services. We are a diverse multi-disciplinary team of counselors sensitive to culture, spirituality, ethnicity and economic status.
Our counselors trained in a variety of science-based relationship models including the Gottman method of couples therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, the Internal Family Systems model, Intimacy support models, and the relational cultural model of counseling.
The Center for Relationships is a community wellness center offering individual, couples, family, counseling services to promote relational wellness and flourishing. We also offer educational trainings and workshops, retreats, groups, and outreach services. We are a diverse multi-disciplinary team of counselors sensitive to culture, spirituality, ethnicity and economic status.
With couples therapy, I use my training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy & Gottman Couples Therapy to help couples learn to break unhealthy relationship patterns, learn new ways to communicate and deepen their emotional connection.
I have a great deal of training and experience with supporting people who are working through: Trauma/PTSD, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression, and life transitions. I strive to provide a place for clients to be able to release their emotional burdens, feel genuine compassion for their situation, and experience change and growth.
With couples therapy, I use my training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy & Gottman Couples Therapy to help couples learn to break unhealthy relationship patterns, learn new ways to communicate and deepen their emotional connection.
I have a great deal of training and experience with supporting people who are working through: Trauma/PTSD, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression, and life transitions. I strive to provide a place for clients to be able to release their emotional burdens, feel genuine compassion for their situation, and experience change and growth.
Nala Counseling & Wellness (Group Serving TX & NM)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Specialities include chronic traumatic stress, trauma informed therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, bilingual (Spanish) counseling, life transitions & more.
Welcome to Nala Counseling & Wellness! Our diverse, experienced and compassionate therapists are dedicated to providing a culturally sensitive and supportive environment for everyone. We offer telehealth counseling for individuals, couples & families with specialities serving our BIPOC, Hispanic, Latinx, Spanish-speaking & LGBTQ+ communities. We understand the unique challenges you face and we are here to help you navigate them with respect and understanding. We will support you in overcoming obstacles and embracing your authentic self. While, your past influences who you are, it doesn’t have to define your future. We welcome you!
Specialities include chronic traumatic stress, trauma informed therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, bilingual (Spanish) counseling, life transitions & more.
Welcome to Nala Counseling & Wellness! Our diverse, experienced and compassionate therapists are dedicated to providing a culturally sensitive and supportive environment for everyone. We offer telehealth counseling for individuals, couples & families with specialities serving our BIPOC, Hispanic, Latinx, Spanish-speaking & LGBTQ+ communities. We understand the unique challenges you face and we are here to help you navigate them with respect and understanding. We will support you in overcoming obstacles and embracing your authentic self. While, your past influences who you are, it doesn’t have to define your future. We welcome you!
I draw on a variety of therapeutic modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness, EFT, narrative and behavioral therapies.
I'm passionate about supporting neurodivergent folks (Autism, ADHD, OCD et al). I frequently work with couples and polycules, as well as LGBTQ+ folks and/or nerdy creatives. When working with couples, I'm passionate about facilitating improved communication to resolve a recurring area of friction, cultivating awareness of unhelpful patterns so we can break them, and deepening the friendship and intimacy in the relationship. I frequently work with relationships where one or more partner is neurodivergent. I also offer Couples Therapy Intensives—a package of 3 extended skill-building and solutions-focused couples therapy sessions.
I draw on a variety of therapeutic modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness, EFT, narrative and behavioral therapies.
I'm passionate about supporting neurodivergent folks (Autism, ADHD, OCD et al). I frequently work with couples and polycules, as well as LGBTQ+ folks and/or nerdy creatives. When working with couples, I'm passionate about facilitating improved communication to resolve a recurring area of friction, cultivating awareness of unhelpful patterns so we can break them, and deepening the friendship and intimacy in the relationship. I frequently work with relationships where one or more partner is neurodivergent. I also offer Couples Therapy Intensives—a package of 3 extended skill-building and solutions-focused couples therapy sessions.
Esmé Valette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdM, EMDR, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
With couples, I use an evidence-based approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), which draws on attachment theory and the science of emotions.
Waitlist only. I strive to create a therapeutic environment where you feel comfortable expressing whatever is on your mind without fear of judgment. I believe that you are the expert in your own healing, and I will work collaboratively with you to identify and reach your treatment goals. I use approaches that have been scientifically researched and found to be effective, including EMDR and somatic and mindfulness-based interventions. I will work with you to ensure that you are not in therapy longer than is necessary to reach your treatment goals.
With couples, I use an evidence-based approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), which draws on attachment theory and the science of emotions.
Waitlist only. I strive to create a therapeutic environment where you feel comfortable expressing whatever is on your mind without fear of judgment. I believe that you are the expert in your own healing, and I will work collaboratively with you to identify and reach your treatment goals. I use approaches that have been scientifically researched and found to be effective, including EMDR and somatic and mindfulness-based interventions. I will work with you to ensure that you are not in therapy longer than is necessary to reach your treatment goals.
Shana Sheeran, PhD LMFT Neuropsychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCTP-II, CTMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78732
Waitlist for new clients
I use elements of EFT, Internal Family Systems, Sandtray, Psychodrama and other experiential modalities to help my clients heal and move forward.
Do you want your relationships to be better? How about your relationship with yourself? Have you experienced trauma in important relationships and struggle with anxiety, depression, guilt, low self esteem? I believe relationships are extremely important in our growth and development. This belief begins with, and is evidenced by, the relationship I will work to form with you!
I use elements of EFT, Internal Family Systems, Sandtray, Psychodrama and other experiential modalities to help my clients heal and move forward.
Do you want your relationships to be better? How about your relationship with yourself? Have you experienced trauma in important relationships and struggle with anxiety, depression, guilt, low self esteem? I believe relationships are extremely important in our growth and development. This belief begins with, and is evidenced by, the relationship I will work to form with you!
My philosophy is dynamic and eclectic, integrating Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, and other psychodynamic approaches.
With over ten years of experience, I specialize in providing therapeutic assistance to individuals facing anxiety and depression. My diverse educational background includes degrees in theology and spirituality, a master's in business administration, and a certification in professional corporate coaching. This unique combination enables me to effectively guide those who feel stuck and empower them to find new directions in their professional and personal lives.
My philosophy is dynamic and eclectic, integrating Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, and other psychodynamic approaches.
With over ten years of experience, I specialize in providing therapeutic assistance to individuals facing anxiety and depression. My diverse educational background includes degrees in theology and spirituality, a master's in business administration, and a certification in professional corporate coaching. This unique combination enables me to effectively guide those who feel stuck and empower them to find new directions in their professional and personal lives.
Tiffany Stanley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MA, CST, NCC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
She is Texas-Board-Approved Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Nationally and Internationally Certified and Registered Psychotherapist, an EMDR trained counselor, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) trained therapist.
Dr. Tiffany Stanley specializes in challenges related to sex and intimacy, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as stress management, self-esteem and life planning and transitions. Sexual issues can range from such as low desire and arousal, sexual desire discrepancies, sexual functioning and pain, and infertility and infidelity.
She is Texas-Board-Approved Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Nationally and Internationally Certified and Registered Psychotherapist, an EMDR trained counselor, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) trained therapist.
Dr. Tiffany Stanley specializes in challenges related to sex and intimacy, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as stress management, self-esteem and life planning and transitions. Sexual issues can range from such as low desire and arousal, sexual desire discrepancies, sexual functioning and pain, and infertility and infidelity.
Meet Our Emotionally Focused Therapists
That's why emotionally focused couple therapy (EFCT) could be a great option for you.
Disagreements are natural, but how you handle them matters. The non-blaming and supportive approach of emotionally focused couple therapy (EFCT) will enable your relationship to recover and repair.
That's why emotionally focused couple therapy (EFCT) could be a great option for you.
Disagreements are natural, but how you handle them matters. The non-blaming and supportive approach of emotionally focused couple therapy (EFCT) will enable your relationship to recover and repair.
I use EMDR, somatic work, EFT, and cognitive approaches to support real change.
I’m a nationally certified therapist offering EMDR, somatic therapy, relationship counseling, ADHD coaching, group therapy, and more. But more than that, I offer a grounded space where you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, grieving, or just disconnected — you're not broken. These moments often point to something meaningful trying to emerge. My work helps you come back to yourself — with more clarity, energy, and direction. For your life, your relationships, your purpose.
I use EMDR, somatic work, EFT, and cognitive approaches to support real change.
I’m a nationally certified therapist offering EMDR, somatic therapy, relationship counseling, ADHD coaching, group therapy, and more. But more than that, I offer a grounded space where you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, grieving, or just disconnected — you're not broken. These moments often point to something meaningful trying to emerge. My work helps you come back to yourself — with more clarity, energy, and direction. For your life, your relationships, your purpose.
Jane Chioma Obi
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705
I specialize in helping individuals and couples break generational cycles through Emotionally Focused Therapy, attachment work, CBT, and mindfulness.
Are you juggling multiple roles—whether as a family member, a professional / student, or a creative who marches to the beat of their own drum? I see you. You might be struggling with imposter phenomenon or burnt-out from perfectionism. Maybe you’re dealing with a stressful transition & unsure if you can keep up the superwoman act. Or, family expectations are becoming too much. The point is: You. Are. Exhausted. Leading to anxiety, shame, isolation, poor health, & low self-esteem. If feelings like "I'm not good enough", "I don't belong", or "I don't even know who I am", keep you from experiencing true rest, know you are not alone.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples break generational cycles through Emotionally Focused Therapy, attachment work, CBT, and mindfulness.
Are you juggling multiple roles—whether as a family member, a professional / student, or a creative who marches to the beat of their own drum? I see you. You might be struggling with imposter phenomenon or burnt-out from perfectionism. Maybe you’re dealing with a stressful transition & unsure if you can keep up the superwoman act. Or, family expectations are becoming too much. The point is: You. Are. Exhausted. Leading to anxiety, shame, isolation, poor health, & low self-esteem. If feelings like "I'm not good enough", "I don't belong", or "I don't even know who I am", keep you from experiencing true rest, know you are not alone.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78747
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Susan Gonzales—Neurodivergence•Couples•Stress•Men
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Therapy tailored to your needs draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Attachment-based, Family Systems Trauma Focused, Person-Centered, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Are you tired, overwhelmed, or stressed? Let’s face it—life is stressful! Your kid is having a tantrum in the middle of the store, your boss is breathing down your neck, and you and your partner keep having the same arguments on repeat. Anxiety sucks up energy, makes us irritable, and weakens our immune systems. All of this leaves you feeling frustrated, hopeless, and exhausted. Therapy can help you gain practical tools for improving communication in your relationship, understanding your emotions, and coping with stress. Couples therapy. Family counseling. Parent coaching. Group therapy for men. Not sure where to turn? Call now.
Therapy tailored to your needs draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Attachment-based, Family Systems Trauma Focused, Person-Centered, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Are you tired, overwhelmed, or stressed? Let’s face it—life is stressful! Your kid is having a tantrum in the middle of the store, your boss is breathing down your neck, and you and your partner keep having the same arguments on repeat. Anxiety sucks up energy, makes us irritable, and weakens our immune systems. All of this leaves you feeling frustrated, hopeless, and exhausted. Therapy can help you gain practical tools for improving communication in your relationship, understanding your emotions, and coping with stress. Couples therapy. Family counseling. Parent coaching. Group therapy for men. Not sure where to turn? Call now.
Paul Boone, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am motivated by those methods such as Imago therapy and EFT which have worked so well for so many in the past to help couples develop a high degree of safe attachment in their relationships.
I also have worked with addiction for over 30 years. It has been my experience that once people really understand the price they are paying to stay addicted, they become willing to do whatever it takes to get over that addiction. My job is to help that process at whatever stage they are in.
I am motivated by those methods such as Imago therapy and EFT which have worked so well for so many in the past to help couples develop a high degree of safe attachment in their relationships.
I also have worked with addiction for over 30 years. It has been my experience that once people really understand the price they are paying to stay addicted, they become willing to do whatever it takes to get over that addiction. My job is to help that process at whatever stage they are in.
Michele Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, R-DMT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I utilize Internal Family Systems, emotionally focused therapy, attachment based therapy, and energy psychology to help you gain an understanding of yourself and release prior patterns that are no longer serving you.
Do you desire a healthy relationship with yourself and others, but fall into patterns of people pleasing, negative self-talk, anxiety, or feeling less than? Do you find yourself showing up for others, while struggling to show up for yourself? Have you felt unable to express yourself because of family or societal pressures? Do you feel uncertain about communication and boundaries in relationships? Let’s journey inward to explore how these experiences are shaping your relationship with yourself and others to reconnect with your self-confidence and values.
I utilize Internal Family Systems, emotionally focused therapy, attachment based therapy, and energy psychology to help you gain an understanding of yourself and release prior patterns that are no longer serving you.
Do you desire a healthy relationship with yourself and others, but fall into patterns of people pleasing, negative self-talk, anxiety, or feeling less than? Do you find yourself showing up for others, while struggling to show up for yourself? Have you felt unable to express yourself because of family or societal pressures? Do you feel uncertain about communication and boundaries in relationships? Let’s journey inward to explore how these experiences are shaping your relationship with yourself and others to reconnect with your self-confidence and values.
I am EMDR trained and use evidence-based techniques such as Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Mindfulness, and Coherence Therapy to tailor the sessions to your unique needs.
You might be a couple or an individual seeking help with communication breakdowns, trust issues, in-laws with poor boundaries, feelings of disconnect, or unresolved trauma. It can feel like you’re destined to part ways, remain single, or stay stuck in the pain of past experiences—but there is hope for healing and connection! With the support of a therapist, you can uncover blind spots, heal wounds from the past, develop effective communication skills, and create meaningful emotional experiences.
I am EMDR trained and use evidence-based techniques such as Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Mindfulness, and Coherence Therapy to tailor the sessions to your unique needs.
You might be a couple or an individual seeking help with communication breakdowns, trust issues, in-laws with poor boundaries, feelings of disconnect, or unresolved trauma. It can feel like you’re destined to part ways, remain single, or stay stuck in the pain of past experiences—but there is hope for healing and connection! With the support of a therapist, you can uncover blind spots, heal wounds from the past, develop effective communication skills, and create meaningful emotional experiences.
Kyle Rutherford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
I tailor my approach to each client's specific needs but I tend to favor relationally-focused and trauma-informed treatment models like EFT, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.
You’ve been barely hanging on for so long—trying anything to reconnect with your partner(s), family, or friends, meet everyone's expectations, and fend off emotional burnout. Perhaps you’re navigating neurodiverse relationships or carrying the weight of unprocessed trauma, and it feels overwhelming.
You want to move forward but find yourself stuck... caught in patterns of sensory overstimulation or conflict in your relationships. You hope to break free from the cycle of frustration and self-doubt, feel like you're truly moving toward your goals, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
I tailor my approach to each client's specific needs but I tend to favor relationally-focused and trauma-informed treatment models like EFT, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.
You’ve been barely hanging on for so long—trying anything to reconnect with your partner(s), family, or friends, meet everyone's expectations, and fend off emotional burnout. Perhaps you’re navigating neurodiverse relationships or carrying the weight of unprocessed trauma, and it feels overwhelming.
You want to move forward but find yourself stuck... caught in patterns of sensory overstimulation or conflict in your relationships. You hope to break free from the cycle of frustration and self-doubt, feel like you're truly moving toward your goals, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
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