Family Therapy in Austin, TX
Yes, that does mean talking about your parents and how the messages you received in your family have shaped you.
I am passionate about creating a safe space for healing, growth and change to occur. I use various modalities to connect my clients to their most authentic and best selves, including EMDR, Ketamine Assisted Therapy and AEDP. I work with adults individually and in relationships to treat issues at their roots
Yes, that does mean talking about your parents and how the messages you received in your family have shaped you.
I am passionate about creating a safe space for healing, growth and change to occur. I use various modalities to connect my clients to their most authentic and best selves, including EMDR, Ketamine Assisted Therapy and AEDP. I work with adults individually and in relationships to treat issues at their roots
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, a board certified art therapist, and 20 years worth of experience using DBT with groups and individuals.
It would be nice to say that we could go through life without heart ache or struggle, but unfortunately no one is immune to challenges. So what do we do when life becomes overwhelming? How do we handle intense emotions? How do we create meaningful relationships in the face of conflict? As a therapist, I have worked for 25 years helping people find ways to cope with life's difficulties, make and maintain positive relationships, learn to understand their emotional reactions, and find ways to clarify their goals so that they may create a life that feels worth living.
I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, a board certified art therapist, and 20 years worth of experience using DBT with groups and individuals.
It would be nice to say that we could go through life without heart ache or struggle, but unfortunately no one is immune to challenges. So what do we do when life becomes overwhelming? How do we handle intense emotions? How do we create meaningful relationships in the face of conflict? As a therapist, I have worked for 25 years helping people find ways to cope with life's difficulties, make and maintain positive relationships, learn to understand their emotional reactions, and find ways to clarify their goals so that they may create a life that feels worth living.
Hill Country Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
You’re accomplished, always loving to each other and close with friends and family.
You find yourself wanting more connection, more closeness, just more. You want your relationship to feel alive, engaging, like the both of you are truly partners, lovers, and friends. You are ready to find and express your needs in a way that brings clarity, healing and renewal in your relationship. To feel desire for your partner in new and exciting ways.
You’re accomplished, always loving to each other and close with friends and family.
You find yourself wanting more connection, more closeness, just more. You want your relationship to feel alive, engaging, like the both of you are truly partners, lovers, and friends. You are ready to find and express your needs in a way that brings clarity, healing and renewal in your relationship. To feel desire for your partner in new and exciting ways.
Andy David
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in relationship conflict, stagnation/burnout, depression, anxiety, religious trauma, and those who wish to work with and understand the different parts of themselves through an Internal Family Systems (IFS) perspective.
Relationships follow a pattern from the past. And they do so by forging unique "parts" within us. You may find that you bounce between one extreme thought or feeling and its opposite. If we slow down and learn more about each part, we can help the parts heal. And when they heal, you become in harmony with yourself and others.
I specialize in relationship conflict, stagnation/burnout, depression, anxiety, religious trauma, and those who wish to work with and understand the different parts of themselves through an Internal Family Systems (IFS) perspective.
Relationships follow a pattern from the past. And they do so by forging unique "parts" within us. You may find that you bounce between one extreme thought or feeling and its opposite. If we slow down and learn more about each part, we can help the parts heal. And when they heal, you become in harmony with yourself and others.
Rakefet Laviolette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
You think you should've already figured out your relationships, your career, your family, etc.
Do you resent your partner? Are you facing cancer or dementia together? Is ADHD is complicating things? Maybe you found out that they have been cheating, or you can’t remember the last time you had sex. Relationships can be messy and painful when we stop seeing each other’s hearts. We build walls, cast blame, walk away, or beg them to keep loving us.
You think you should've already figured out your relationships, your career, your family, etc.
Do you resent your partner? Are you facing cancer or dementia together? Is ADHD is complicating things? Maybe you found out that they have been cheating, or you can’t remember the last time you had sex. Relationships can be messy and painful when we stop seeing each other’s hearts. We build walls, cast blame, walk away, or beg them to keep loving us.
Life’s transitions can feel overwhelming—whether you’re exploring identity, building a family, or navigating relationships.
I am certified in Gottman Level 2 Couples Therapy. I thoroughly enjoy working with individuals and couples of diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and family configurations, assisting people in navigating life's myriad transitions. Our sessions will be thoughtful, but I also believe in using humor to connect.
Life’s transitions can feel overwhelming—whether you’re exploring identity, building a family, or navigating relationships.
I am certified in Gottman Level 2 Couples Therapy. I thoroughly enjoy working with individuals and couples of diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and family configurations, assisting people in navigating life's myriad transitions. Our sessions will be thoughtful, but I also believe in using humor to connect.
) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I can help you manage distress around low libido, sexual pain, sexual shame, open relationships, kink, and many other sexual health topics. I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community committed to providing support to fellow members. I seek to hold a non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult conversations around sexuality and relationships.
) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I can help you manage distress around low libido, sexual pain, sexual shame, open relationships, kink, and many other sexual health topics. I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community committed to providing support to fellow members. I seek to hold a non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult conversations around sexuality and relationships.
Overview: PhD: Counselor Education; MA: Marriage & Family Therapy; BA: Psychology; LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor, Texas; Certified Yoga Instructor (Trauma Conscious Yoga Method); MAC: Master Addiction Counselor; Approaches: meditation & breathing, mind-body-spirit, CBT, boundaries, DBT, mindfulness, IFS, self-compassion, +more.
Counseling... a safe space to share, feel, think, ponder problems, grieve, hope, brainstorm solutions, practice healthy habits, heal in mind-body-spirit, and flourish forward. Please EMAIL me (DrDanaDoerksen gmail.com) for an initial appointment. For over 20 years, I've had the honor of walking WITH people in healing through the counseling relationship. I am empathetic and engaged in supporting clients as they process ups & downs and pursue their goals. I am confident about having expertise but definitely don't know all the answers. I enjoy learning from clients and deeply value each client's wisdom: your perspective for growth.
Overview: PhD: Counselor Education; MA: Marriage & Family Therapy; BA: Psychology; LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor, Texas; Certified Yoga Instructor (Trauma Conscious Yoga Method); MAC: Master Addiction Counselor; Approaches: meditation & breathing, mind-body-spirit, CBT, boundaries, DBT, mindfulness, IFS, self-compassion, +more.
Counseling... a safe space to share, feel, think, ponder problems, grieve, hope, brainstorm solutions, practice healthy habits, heal in mind-body-spirit, and flourish forward. Please EMAIL me (DrDanaDoerksen gmail.com) for an initial appointment. For over 20 years, I've had the honor of walking WITH people in healing through the counseling relationship. I am empathetic and engaged in supporting clients as they process ups & downs and pursue their goals. I am confident about having expertise but definitely don't know all the answers. I enjoy learning from clients and deeply value each client's wisdom: your perspective for growth.
Taylor L McMonigle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I often work from interpersonal, family systems, and culturally-informed perspectives.
Commonly, disordered eating and the like are endorsed by those in a professional, academic, and/or astute setting. I am familiar with treating individuals in these settings. Additionally, I have much experience working with couples and am Gottman Level 1 trained, which is a therapeutic method to aid couples in conflict resolution and healthier communication.
I often work from interpersonal, family systems, and culturally-informed perspectives.
Commonly, disordered eating and the like are endorsed by those in a professional, academic, and/or astute setting. I am familiar with treating individuals in these settings. Additionally, I have much experience working with couples and am Gottman Level 1 trained, which is a therapeutic method to aid couples in conflict resolution and healthier communication.
The go-to person for your friends and family.
You’re not positive when it happened, but suddenly, you don’t feel like you can keep on top of your life anymore. You’re on the brink. Its feeling like you’re just one slip way, one small lapse on your part, and everything will come crashing down around you. You’re barely holding on. You’ve become a shell of yourself, going from one thing to the next and it’s all feeling like too much. And you’re starting to worry that other people are catching on. But you wanted so much more for yourself and for your life.
The go-to person for your friends and family.
You’re not positive when it happened, but suddenly, you don’t feel like you can keep on top of your life anymore. You’re on the brink. Its feeling like you’re just one slip way, one small lapse on your part, and everything will come crashing down around you. You’re barely holding on. You’ve become a shell of yourself, going from one thing to the next and it’s all feeling like too much. And you’re starting to worry that other people are catching on. But you wanted so much more for yourself and for your life.
Nicole Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Does it seem like everyone else have something figured and you are missing something? Are you feeling lost and confused about where to take your life? It can be hard to turn down all the noise of life's distractions (work, friends, family, etc) in order to really understand and articulate how you feel, what you need and what direction is best for you.
I work with adolescents (starting at age 16), adults, families and couples looking to put an end to feeling stuck, hurt and frustrated and ready to start living on their own terms. One size does not fit all, I do my best to meet people where they are and create a treatment plan that serves each person.
Does it seem like everyone else have something figured and you are missing something? Are you feeling lost and confused about where to take your life? It can be hard to turn down all the noise of life's distractions (work, friends, family, etc) in order to really understand and articulate how you feel, what you need and what direction is best for you.
I work with adolescents (starting at age 16), adults, families and couples looking to put an end to feeling stuck, hurt and frustrated and ready to start living on their own terms. One size does not fit all, I do my best to meet people where they are and create a treatment plan that serves each person.
Meet Our Family Therapy
In addition to my masters degree in marriage and family counseling, I have over 10 years of experience teaching yoga and meditation.
I work with couples, adults and teens to manage stress, improve relationships, and enhance self-esteem.
In addition to my masters degree in marriage and family counseling, I have over 10 years of experience teaching yoga and meditation.
I work with couples, adults and teens to manage stress, improve relationships, and enhance self-esteem.
If you come from a messed up family, you will find that I offer unwavering support in an environment where you are deeply valued and exceptionally safe.
I believe in the transformative power of healthy relationships to encourage expansive growth and effect lasting change. Inside of you is a person who is dynamic, resilient, and able to adapt to life’s challenges. I provide you with a safe environment so that this best self can fully emerge.
If you come from a messed up family, you will find that I offer unwavering support in an environment where you are deeply valued and exceptionally safe.
I believe in the transformative power of healthy relationships to encourage expansive growth and effect lasting change. Inside of you is a person who is dynamic, resilient, and able to adapt to life’s challenges. I provide you with a safe environment so that this best self can fully emerge.
I have helped couples and individuals heal outdated beliefs and attitudes about themselves and relationships by looking at their family of origin.
I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.
I have helped couples and individuals heal outdated beliefs and attitudes about themselves and relationships by looking at their family of origin.
I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.
Katharine Barnhill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
It's really helpful for healing the painful family of origin experiences that get embedded and cause distress for folks.
**Only accepting group therapy clients at this time** I am an individual, couple and group therapist with 24 years of experience. Most of my clients are interested in psychodynamically oriented therapy with the goal of healing attachment wounds, trauma, and improving their relationships with themselves and others. I particularly enjoying supporting other therapists and helpers. I lead 7 weekly process groups (3 are for therapists only). I prioritize authenticity and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship.
It's really helpful for healing the painful family of origin experiences that get embedded and cause distress for folks.
**Only accepting group therapy clients at this time** I am an individual, couple and group therapist with 24 years of experience. Most of my clients are interested in psychodynamically oriented therapy with the goal of healing attachment wounds, trauma, and improving their relationships with themselves and others. I particularly enjoying supporting other therapists and helpers. I lead 7 weekly process groups (3 are for therapists only). I prioritize authenticity and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship.
Lynne S. Arial
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, Coach, Phone
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
I specialize in healing options that are designed to help you deal with emotional pain, relationship issues, family conflicts, lifestyle changes and more.
Unresolved pain from the past can seep into the present and cause intense feelings, addictions, tension and problems in relationships and work. I gently guide my clients into the source of the original wounding which brings healing and resolution to the past, then the freedom to thrive in all aspects of life is more possible.
I specialize in healing options that are designed to help you deal with emotional pain, relationship issues, family conflicts, lifestyle changes and more.
Unresolved pain from the past can seep into the present and cause intense feelings, addictions, tension and problems in relationships and work. I gently guide my clients into the source of the original wounding which brings healing and resolution to the past, then the freedom to thrive in all aspects of life is more possible.
Dedicated and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping couples and individuals and skilled in providing counseling services to service members, spouses, and family members, with expertise in couples therapy, communication issues, and various therapeutic modalities and seeking an opportunity to leverage my extensive counseling background and diverse training to assist individuals and couples in achieving their therapeutic goals.
Dedicated and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience helping couples and individuals and skilled in providing counseling services to service members, spouses, and family members, with expertise in couples therapy, communication issues, and various therapeutic modalities and seeking an opportunity to leverage my extensive counseling background and diverse training to assist individuals and couples in achieving their therapeutic goals.
Chad Routon (Enteave Counseling)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
A licensed marriage and family therapist and a chemical dependency counselor, I work with individuals and couples on a variety of issues.
I take an interactive approach to therapy, treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Together, we will focus on your needs and skills. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems, and dialectical behavioral techniques.
A licensed marriage and family therapist and a chemical dependency counselor, I work with individuals and couples on a variety of issues.
I take an interactive approach to therapy, treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Together, we will focus on your needs and skills. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems, and dialectical behavioral techniques.
Jason Sugg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it all together — the career, the partner, the family.
You just want to make it stop, so you can enjoy all you’ve created. And I’m here to tell you that this is possible. In the container of therapy we can understand at a deep level what is keeping you out of touch with satisfaction, and help you settle into yourself and your body in a way that allows you to fully occupy the life you’ve created. You can let go.
From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it all together — the career, the partner, the family.
You just want to make it stop, so you can enjoy all you’ve created. And I’m here to tell you that this is possible. In the container of therapy we can understand at a deep level what is keeping you out of touch with satisfaction, and help you settle into yourself and your body in a way that allows you to fully occupy the life you’ve created. You can let go.
" Common goals include getting in touch with alienated parts of the self, freedom from self-criticism, healing from emotional abuse or neglect, navigating difficult relationships with family, and relief from symptoms of PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorders, or depression.
I have expert training in evidence-based treatment for PTSD, OCD, depression, anxiety disorders, and couples therapy. I use an array of approaches, so I can draw from CBT's (including DBT, RODBT, ACT, exposure therapy, and CPT for PTSD), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness practices, depending on the needs and preferences of each individual.
" Common goals include getting in touch with alienated parts of the self, freedom from self-criticism, healing from emotional abuse or neglect, navigating difficult relationships with family, and relief from symptoms of PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorders, or depression.
I have expert training in evidence-based treatment for PTSD, OCD, depression, anxiety disorders, and couples therapy. I use an array of approaches, so I can draw from CBT's (including DBT, RODBT, ACT, exposure therapy, and CPT for PTSD), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness practices, depending on the needs and preferences of each individual.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.