Emotionally Focused Therapists in Austin, TX
Simone Reed
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705
Waitlist for new clients
I am well versed in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are seeking a positive change in their lives, whatever that may be. My work is collaborative, as I join with my clients to identify your personal goals and support you through the process of accomplishing them. I practice from a strengths-based perspective, meaning throughout our work together you will become more aware of your strengths and challenges, and how they support your best self. I look forward to working together and learning about your journey.
I am well versed in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are seeking a positive change in their lives, whatever that may be. My work is collaborative, as I join with my clients to identify your personal goals and support you through the process of accomplishing them. I practice from a strengths-based perspective, meaning throughout our work together you will become more aware of your strengths and challenges, and how they support your best self. I look forward to working together and learning about your journey.
My approach combines Coaching, Emotionally Focused, Lifestyle Counseling, Person-Centered, and Weight Management techniques.
My ideal client is someone seeking to enhance their overall well-being through personalized care. They may struggle with weight management, hormone imbalances, or aesthetic concerns, seeking effective solutions tailored to their needs. They value a holistic approach that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of health. They want to feel confident, improve their quality of life, and achieve sustainable health goals with support from a knowledgeable practitioner who understands their individual journey.
My approach combines Coaching, Emotionally Focused, Lifestyle Counseling, Person-Centered, and Weight Management techniques.
My ideal client is someone seeking to enhance their overall well-being through personalized care. They may struggle with weight management, hormone imbalances, or aesthetic concerns, seeking effective solutions tailored to their needs. They value a holistic approach that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of health. They want to feel confident, improve their quality of life, and achieve sustainable health goals with support from a knowledgeable practitioner who understands their individual journey.
Master level training in healing complex trauma and advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
Things that happened to us in childhood create how we see ourselves and how we show up in relationships. Whether through neglect or abuse, we give up on our feelings, needs, vulnerability, and human connection. And as a result, as adults we feel alone, anxious, or hopeless. I can help you claim what was not afforded to you while you were growing up. And live a life with vitality, flow, a sense of belonging, depth in relationship, and authentic aliveness. I have master level training to help you find personal freedom from the past and live your best days now. You can make shifts that are life changing and long term!
Master level training in healing complex trauma and advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
Things that happened to us in childhood create how we see ourselves and how we show up in relationships. Whether through neglect or abuse, we give up on our feelings, needs, vulnerability, and human connection. And as a result, as adults we feel alone, anxious, or hopeless. I can help you claim what was not afforded to you while you were growing up. And live a life with vitality, flow, a sense of belonging, depth in relationship, and authentic aliveness. I have master level training to help you find personal freedom from the past and live your best days now. You can make shifts that are life changing and long term!
Institute for Relational Well-being
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
At IRWB, our Therapists bring a rich tapestry of expertise to every session, drawing from evidence-based practices such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, and Family Systems Therapy.
Discover the Institute for Relational Well-Being (IRWB), an innovative center dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and meaningful connections through individual, couple, and family therapy across Texas, California and Washington. Our diverse team of skilled Licensed and Pre-Licensed Therapist provide compassionate guidance in a safe, supportive virtual environment. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking to strengthen your relationships, or looking for support in personal development, IRWB is here to help you on your journey towards relational well-being.
At IRWB, our Therapists bring a rich tapestry of expertise to every session, drawing from evidence-based practices such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, and Family Systems Therapy.
Discover the Institute for Relational Well-Being (IRWB), an innovative center dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and meaningful connections through individual, couple, and family therapy across Texas, California and Washington. Our diverse team of skilled Licensed and Pre-Licensed Therapist provide compassionate guidance in a safe, supportive virtual environment. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking to strengthen your relationships, or looking for support in personal development, IRWB is here to help you on your journey towards relational well-being.
I may use a combination of somatic, narrative, trauma-informed, CBT or DBT, solution focused, or emotionally focused techniques to address your concerns.
Do you feel alone, misunderstood, and unheard? It is my privilege to partner with you, whether it's to process difficult life transitions, grief and loss, trauma and/or abuse, or address anxiety and panic. My goal is to encourage and advocate for your growth and empowerment in whatever comes across your path in life. My process is to create a conducive therapeutic environment that allows you the space to process what is needed and to equip you in your day-to-day life.
I may use a combination of somatic, narrative, trauma-informed, CBT or DBT, solution focused, or emotionally focused techniques to address your concerns.
Do you feel alone, misunderstood, and unheard? It is my privilege to partner with you, whether it's to process difficult life transitions, grief and loss, trauma and/or abuse, or address anxiety and panic. My goal is to encourage and advocate for your growth and empowerment in whatever comes across your path in life. My process is to create a conducive therapeutic environment that allows you the space to process what is needed and to equip you in your day-to-day life.
Diana Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you’re feeling disconnected in your relationships or weighed down by self-doubt, perfectionism, or the need to please others, I believe you have the strength to create meaningful change with the right support. Our sessions will offer a safe space to deepen self-awareness, recognize patterns, and gain insights that lead to growth. I’m passionate about helping couples navigate challenges like unresolved conflicts, intimacy concerns, and infidelity. I specialize in supporting individuals through challenges like anxiety, grief, depression, codependency, people-pleasing, and perfectionism.
Whether you’re feeling disconnected in your relationships or weighed down by self-doubt, perfectionism, or the need to please others, I believe you have the strength to create meaningful change with the right support. Our sessions will offer a safe space to deepen self-awareness, recognize patterns, and gain insights that lead to growth. I’m passionate about helping couples navigate challenges like unresolved conflicts, intimacy concerns, and infidelity. I specialize in supporting individuals through challenges like anxiety, grief, depression, codependency, people-pleasing, and perfectionism.
Hou I (Esther) Lau
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My clinical expertise is enhanced by Narrative and Emotionally Focused Therapy and the ongoing research I'm engaged in as a professor.
I often hear "life is hard". I agree, life is hard and overwhelming. When life is overwhelming, relationships and connections with others can fall apart. No one should be alone with their hardship. I offer a safe and collaborative experience and environment that allows you to feel seen, heard, and understood. Your needs are important. You are important. Hence, it is my honor and privilege to walk along side you through your hardship, to explore the possibility of change, to empower you through your strength, and to witness your personal growth through your life experience.
My clinical expertise is enhanced by Narrative and Emotionally Focused Therapy and the ongoing research I'm engaged in as a professor.
I often hear "life is hard". I agree, life is hard and overwhelming. When life is overwhelming, relationships and connections with others can fall apart. No one should be alone with their hardship. I offer a safe and collaborative experience and environment that allows you to feel seen, heard, and understood. Your needs are important. You are important. Hence, it is my honor and privilege to walk along side you through your hardship, to explore the possibility of change, to empower you through your strength, and to witness your personal growth through your life experience.
I operate under a strengths-based perspective and work with a bio-psychosocial framework and psychodynamic framework, and I employ a variety of techniques including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR and emotion-focused therapy ( EFT).
I urilize an eclectic approach with specialization in CBT, EMDR, and EFT. I work with clients from 9 years old to mature adults. I offer therapy via tele-health
I operate under a strengths-based perspective and work with a bio-psychosocial framework and psychodynamic framework, and I employ a variety of techniques including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR and emotion-focused therapy ( EFT).
I urilize an eclectic approach with specialization in CBT, EMDR, and EFT. I work with clients from 9 years old to mature adults. I offer therapy via tele-health
My heart breaks when I see couples who are stuck and running out of hope. "What's going on?" "The world says we're supposed to be okay being alone, but I feel miserable and alone." "What happened to us?" "How did we get here?" "We were never supposed to be those ‘other couples’." Relationships can become painful and unsettling. And so disappointing. The good news is relationship injuries can be repaired. And, you can have the hopes and dreams you’ve long since dismissed as a pleasant fantasy.
My heart breaks when I see couples who are stuck and running out of hope. "What's going on?" "The world says we're supposed to be okay being alone, but I feel miserable and alone." "What happened to us?" "How did we get here?" "We were never supposed to be those ‘other couples’." Relationships can become painful and unsettling. And so disappointing. The good news is relationship injuries can be repaired. And, you can have the hopes and dreams you’ve long since dismissed as a pleasant fantasy.
Using emotionally focused therapy, I focus on their attachment history and style in order to identify their attachment wounds.
Teana graduated from St. Edward’s University in December 2009. She has worked at a nonprofit providing counseling services and crisis intervention to individuals, couples, and families. Her special interests include relationship issues (families, couples, and peers), stress management, and self-esteem issues.
Using emotionally focused therapy, I focus on their attachment history and style in order to identify their attachment wounds.
Teana graduated from St. Edward’s University in December 2009. She has worked at a nonprofit providing counseling services and crisis intervention to individuals, couples, and families. Her special interests include relationship issues (families, couples, and peers), stress management, and self-esteem issues.
Emotionally Focused Therapy is the primary method I use to improve attachment bonds in couples through improving understanding, emotional safety, and connection.
Accepting Clients! If you’re struggling with self-criticism, trauma, faith questioning, relationships, sexuality, parenting, or anxiety you’re in the right place. My clients are responsible people (maybe too responsible!) who are looking for relief and balance. I work with people who are exhausted by trying to figure out how to continue on with all of life's demands- and somehow also make room to care for themselves and heal. I want to help you live by your values while making changes that help life not feel like such a slog. Let’s help you experience yourself and your situation in a whole new way.
Emotionally Focused Therapy is the primary method I use to improve attachment bonds in couples through improving understanding, emotional safety, and connection.
Accepting Clients! If you’re struggling with self-criticism, trauma, faith questioning, relationships, sexuality, parenting, or anxiety you’re in the right place. My clients are responsible people (maybe too responsible!) who are looking for relief and balance. I work with people who are exhausted by trying to figure out how to continue on with all of life's demands- and somehow also make room to care for themselves and heal. I want to help you live by your values while making changes that help life not feel like such a slog. Let’s help you experience yourself and your situation in a whole new way.
Meet Our Emotionally Focused Therapists
Through techniques like Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Family Systems, I help clients gain insight into themselves and experience more fulfilling, meaningful relationships.
You may be struggling with past relationship wounds, family dynamics that still impact you, or feeling like something keeps holding you back from truly connecting with others. Perhaps you’re navigating a big life transition—starting a new relationship, becoming a parent, or facing the end of one chapter—and want to feel more at peace, seen, and valued. You’re seeking a space where you can heal, explore your identity, and build healthier, fulfilling relationships without giving up your dreams or goals. You’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and find a balance between being true to yourself and nurturing your connections.
Through techniques like Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Family Systems, I help clients gain insight into themselves and experience more fulfilling, meaningful relationships.
You may be struggling with past relationship wounds, family dynamics that still impact you, or feeling like something keeps holding you back from truly connecting with others. Perhaps you’re navigating a big life transition—starting a new relationship, becoming a parent, or facing the end of one chapter—and want to feel more at peace, seen, and valued. You’re seeking a space where you can heal, explore your identity, and build healthier, fulfilling relationships without giving up your dreams or goals. You’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and find a balance between being true to yourself and nurturing your connections.
I offer coaching, culturally sensitive care, emotionally focused therapy, humanistic principles, and person-centered approaches.
My ideal client is someone seeking holistic care for various health concerns, including managing flu symptoms, ear infections, allergies, sinus infections, and weight loss. They want personalized, empathetic treatment that empowers them with knowledge about their health. Their goals include achieving overall wellness, improving their quality of life, and feeling supported and understood in their health journey. They seek a practitioner who listens, respects their cultural background, and provides comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
I offer coaching, culturally sensitive care, emotionally focused therapy, humanistic principles, and person-centered approaches.
My ideal client is someone seeking holistic care for various health concerns, including managing flu symptoms, ear infections, allergies, sinus infections, and weight loss. They want personalized, empathetic treatment that empowers them with knowledge about their health. Their goals include achieving overall wellness, improving their quality of life, and feeling supported and understood in their health journey. They seek a practitioner who listens, respects their cultural background, and provides comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
Using EFT and other evidence-based approaches, I help couples rebuild connection, improve communication, and navigate life transitions together with more clarity and compassion.
Does a basic discussion turn into an all-day argument? Do you feel like you are in a relationship with a stranger? Do you feel like identifying and eliminating unhealthy behaviors from your relationship seem impossible? Relationships, regardless of what kind, are the responsibility of both parties involved. Each relationship has its own fingerprints and no two are the same. I help couples and individuals identify and resolve the underlying cause of their conflict whether it’s current or historic. I believe relationships can be saved and flourish as both parties understand the role they play in the relationship’s success.
Using EFT and other evidence-based approaches, I help couples rebuild connection, improve communication, and navigate life transitions together with more clarity and compassion.
Does a basic discussion turn into an all-day argument? Do you feel like you are in a relationship with a stranger? Do you feel like identifying and eliminating unhealthy behaviors from your relationship seem impossible? Relationships, regardless of what kind, are the responsibility of both parties involved. Each relationship has its own fingerprints and no two are the same. I help couples and individuals identify and resolve the underlying cause of their conflict whether it’s current or historic. I believe relationships can be saved and flourish as both parties understand the role they play in the relationship’s success.
Lydia’s very own rich cross-cultural experience, experiences with EMDR & EFT shaped her uniqueness to help clients navigating this type of challenges, especially when it comes to cross-cultural relationships.
Tired of feeling anxious, angry or depressed, and want some real change in this new year? You've watched so many self-help videos, read books, tried to change your perspective, think positively, but wondering why it's not helping. You're feeling stuck in your relationships but don't know what to do, wondering why you & your partner seem to always ending up hurting each other despite how much you actually desire to connect deep down, or even wonder what's the point to stay together if it's so mundane or painful? The Restoring Place is for you!
Lydia’s very own rich cross-cultural experience, experiences with EMDR & EFT shaped her uniqueness to help clients navigating this type of challenges, especially when it comes to cross-cultural relationships.
Tired of feeling anxious, angry or depressed, and want some real change in this new year? You've watched so many self-help videos, read books, tried to change your perspective, think positively, but wondering why it's not helping. You're feeling stuck in your relationships but don't know what to do, wondering why you & your partner seem to always ending up hurting each other despite how much you actually desire to connect deep down, or even wonder what's the point to stay together if it's so mundane or painful? The Restoring Place is for you!
I help clients heal from infidelity, PTSD, and emotionally intense relationship dynamics using EFT, psychodynamic tools, and strength-based approaches tailored to your needs.
Do you feel like you're taking one step forward and two steps back — stuck in cycles that keep repeating no matter how hard you try? Maybe you’re navigating relationship struggles, burnout, or carrying the weight of past trauma that never fully healed. You don’t have to face it alone. I work with adults and couples who are ready to build emotional clarity, self-trust, and healthier relationships. My practice is grounded in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and the belief that deep healing is possible when we feel emotionally safe and seen.
I help clients heal from infidelity, PTSD, and emotionally intense relationship dynamics using EFT, psychodynamic tools, and strength-based approaches tailored to your needs.
Do you feel like you're taking one step forward and two steps back — stuck in cycles that keep repeating no matter how hard you try? Maybe you’re navigating relationship struggles, burnout, or carrying the weight of past trauma that never fully healed. You don’t have to face it alone. I work with adults and couples who are ready to build emotional clarity, self-trust, and healthier relationships. My practice is grounded in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and the belief that deep healing is possible when we feel emotionally safe and seen.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help couples identify and get to the root of their patterns, understanding the emotions that fuel them along the way.
I see individuals and relationships primarily working through issues of identity, sexuality, attachment, complex trauma, and relationship difficulties. My approach is warm and caring, but straightforward when necessary.
I work through an attachment lens, as the research shows that our relationships with our early caregivers can inform how we attach to those we love as adults. This means we may not only explore your current hurt, but the root of where that pain comes from. Through somatic techniques, I help my clients become more comfortable accessing and learning from their emotions, experiences, and body's signals.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) to help couples identify and get to the root of their patterns, understanding the emotions that fuel them along the way.
I see individuals and relationships primarily working through issues of identity, sexuality, attachment, complex trauma, and relationship difficulties. My approach is warm and caring, but straightforward when necessary.
I work through an attachment lens, as the research shows that our relationships with our early caregivers can inform how we attach to those we love as adults. This means we may not only explore your current hurt, but the root of where that pain comes from. Through somatic techniques, I help my clients become more comfortable accessing and learning from their emotions, experiences, and body's signals.
My specialized training and experience in Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT) provides an experiential approach in working with couples-- one that builds strong and enduring emotional connection.
Do you feel disconnected from your spouse-- perpetually trying "reach" him or her, but angry, sad or frustrated at your inability to connect? Or perhaps you find yourself distancing from your marriage partner, avoiding conflict in order to feel safe, only to find yourself "walking on eggshells." You feel the pain of disconnection with the person you love, and you feel stuck; maybe it even feels hopeless at times. If only you could re-discover the bond that somehow still exists beneath the rubble of fighting, avoiding and blaming. Or, possibly your struggles are more individual than relational?
My specialized training and experience in Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT) provides an experiential approach in working with couples-- one that builds strong and enduring emotional connection.
Do you feel disconnected from your spouse-- perpetually trying "reach" him or her, but angry, sad or frustrated at your inability to connect? Or perhaps you find yourself distancing from your marriage partner, avoiding conflict in order to feel safe, only to find yourself "walking on eggshells." You feel the pain of disconnection with the person you love, and you feel stuck; maybe it even feels hopeless at times. If only you could re-discover the bond that somehow still exists beneath the rubble of fighting, avoiding and blaming. Or, possibly your struggles are more individual than relational?
I integrate trauma processing techniques like EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy combined with distress tolerance skills in DBT and Trauma Informed CBT.
What is the solution to the problem of good and evil? Why were we put on this Earth, and what will we do after we leave? Is there a bigger meaning to life itself? If you find yourself asking these questions, you have come to the right place.
I integrate trauma processing techniques like EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy combined with distress tolerance skills in DBT and Trauma Informed CBT.
What is the solution to the problem of good and evil? Why were we put on this Earth, and what will we do after we leave? Is there a bigger meaning to life itself? If you find yourself asking these questions, you have come to the right place.
Trained in the Gottman Method and EFT, she fosters lasting intimacy.
Paige Wyatt is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering virtual sessions in Texas and Hawai'i. With experience across diverse clientele, she uses a systemic approach and integrates tailored treatment modalities to meet each client’s needs. Her interactive, non-judgmental style empowers clients to explore their circumstances and goals, fostering honest, transformative healing. Paige’s therapy dog, Hula, is a part of her virtual sessions, offering a soothing and supportive presence through animal-assisted therapy that helps clients feel more comfortable and at ease.
Trained in the Gottman Method and EFT, she fosters lasting intimacy.
Paige Wyatt is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering virtual sessions in Texas and Hawai'i. With experience across diverse clientele, she uses a systemic approach and integrates tailored treatment modalities to meet each client’s needs. Her interactive, non-judgmental style empowers clients to explore their circumstances and goals, fostering honest, transformative healing. Paige’s therapy dog, Hula, is a part of her virtual sessions, offering a soothing and supportive presence through animal-assisted therapy that helps clients feel more comfortable and at ease.
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