Female Therapists in Austin, TX

I specialize in helping people navigate life’s twists and turns. You may be struggling with issues related to relationships, confidence, anxiety or major life changes. Or perhaps, there's an experience you are having difficulty moving past. Imagine feeling less burdened by life's circumstances, more resilient to challenges and having more gratifying relationships with your self and/or loved ones. Imagine feeling comfortable being authentically you, believing in your abilities and being witness to your own personal growth. Together, through a collaborative process, we can make this a reality.

*Currently, I am not taking new clients. Please check back* I would be delighted to explore with you whatever brings you to therapy at this time in your life. If you are struggling with a life transition, stress, or symptoms of depression or anxiety, we can work together with curiosity and compassion to help you develop the skills necessary to tolerate difficult emotions and situations in the present moment while helping you reconnect to your own vitality. If you are feeling stuck and unsure how the future will unfold, I would be honored to help you learn to embrace uncertainty while creating a meaningful, authentic life.

At some point, we will all experience difficult circumstances which can bring up uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes we can manage; and sometimes we have negative feelings about our feelings, or new transitions surface old wounds, or our previously used skills don’t serve us as well as they once did. In these times, having a consistent, safe space to process our experience, receive support and feedback, and develop new coping skills can alleviate unnecessary stress and suffering. I offer this by supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, self-worth issues, and transitions in life or career.

I find my strengths are working with women in all stages of life: college women , career women , new mothers, career mothers, women battling infertility, women going through divorce, and women suffering from low self esteem. My compassion, open mindedness, and solution focused approach creates a setting of hope, positive change, and trustworthy rapport.

***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!*** It is my passion to help YOU evolve! By choice or necessity, we are motivated to seek change and balance. The desire can grow to be so strong that it pains us. It causes us to act against our authentic self. This can be expressed through substance abuse, depression & anxiety or complicated interpersonal relationships. My therapy approach is about resolving problems using a relational and collaborative style.

Are you or someone you know struggling with creating and maintaining healthy boundaries? Did you grow up in a controlling or shaming family? Do you hold a lot of internal resentment, struggle with people pleasing or high levels of anxiety and worry? If so, I'm so glad you found me! I am dedicated to helping you reach your goals so that you can travel through your life with resiliency, healthy boundaries and an ability to recognize and embrace nourishing relationships.

I help women who are dealing with stress and anxiety. My clients come to their first session asking for relief from the constant worry and self-doubt. They want to feel more confidence and less shame. When worry takes hold it can put a dark cloud on life. It doesn't have to be this way.

I adore working with clients to process their past, consider their present and plan for their future. My work is collaborative, meaning you and I are a team working to heal, process and grow. While I may have the training, you are the only expert of you! I understand that life can throw curveballs, and things can feel overwhelming regardless of the stage of life. I believe that no matter how messy life gets, individuals and couples can be empowered by learning tools and techniques to help ease the discomfort and restore peace in their lives.

I specialize in working with stress, anxiety disorders, women 's issues, and trauma. I believe that through self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-love we can strengthen and grow the relationships in our lives and within ourselves. You may be struggling with issues related to relationships, confidence, anxiety, or major life changes. I am passionate about helping women navigate the most important relationships in their lives. I understand that the patterns are wired so deep in our nervous system that even when we consciously want to change how we show up it can feel impossible.

I work with women in their 20s and early 30s to help them find inner confidence, clarity and peace while giving them tools to be their best and embrace the lives they want. Sessions with me are a warm, welcoming space, away from everyday stresses, where you can speak freely, relax and focus on what is most important to you. We will explore things from a new, empowered perspective so you can move confidently and authentically in the direction of what you want.

Regardless of what life has thrown at you, I am here to go through it and grow through it with you. As a queer woman of color, I can relate to those who feel marginalized as a result of life’s most challenging situations and experiences. My goal is to help you effectively manage painful emotions and educate you to respond to difficult situations, thereby leading to a healthier, happier life. My approach is direct, open, and empathic. Respect, optimism and advocacy are at the core of my work. I specialize in counseling with individuals, couples, multi-partner relationships within LGBTQ+, and heterosexual communities of color.

Seeking help takes courage. You've already taken a huge first step in your journey toward self-growth and in achieving a more peaceful mind. Finding the right therapist is important, and I'm excited to learn more about you and discover if we are a good fit. I'm excited to offer therapy two ways: 1) ultra-convenient teletherapy appointments and 2) walk-and-talk sessions in a peaceful park close to downtown Austin. Please visit my website for more information.

Austin Therapy for Girls (ATFG) offers a variety of services specifically for girls and young women ages 5-25. Shayna Feldman Barksdale LCSW, owner of ATFG, has been in practice for over 20 years and has been supervising other therapists for over 15 years. Shayna has a non-judgement approach and helps all ages achieve results towards their goals and objectives set up in the initial session.

I support men and women struggling with their pain. Sometimes old events, losses, and ways of behaving bog you down or keep you feeling stuck. Maybe you are overwhelmed relating with your partner, friends, or kids- or you feel isolated and alone. Today's fast paced changes may leave you anxious and unsure. Sometimes that anxiety expands into full blown panic and fear. Together we can explore ways to shift reactive and impulsive behaviors that magnify your suffering. I will help you access your inner wisdom and healing so you may experience deeper connection with others and life feels more fulfilling.

Do you ever just want to go on strike? The kids, the spouse, the job, community commitments and all the rest take a toll after awhile, and everyone is depending on you. Maybe there are transitions going on with you or your family - a new baby, a first or last child starting school or graduating. You feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated and maybe depressed and anxious. It's hard to shut off your mind, and even at night when you should be sleeping, you stare at the ceiling worrying over all the people and responsibilities in your world.

You're sick of feeling so overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Life is great on paper and by all accounts, you "should" be happy. But it's getting harder to cover up the feeling that your soul is dying. And that inner critic is so loud it's hard to hear much else. Going through the motions, marking things off your to-do list, but you’re not present. Tasks are means to an end: “If I can just get X, I’ll feel better.” But relief never comes. Maybe happiness lies somewhere in the future, but you can't tap into it now. You know you deserve joy and fulfillment. But how can you begin to trust yourself & start thriving, rather than just surviving?

Hello! I’m Alex, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with experience working with adults, emerging adults, and adolescents in individual, group, and family settings. I am a queer-identified, HAES aligned, and LGBTQIA2+ affirming therapist. In our space, it is my goal to provide a warm, compassionate, and welcoming place where you can feel safe to share about what is coming up for you. I’m passionate about working with women , LGBTQIA2+ adults and adolescents, as well as emerging adults.

It takes courage to seek help and it is important to feel heard, understood and safe in the therapy relationship. I focus on building a strong relationship with the client that allows us to explore areas of concern and start the healing process. My belief in the capacity to change thinking patterns, emotional reactions and behaviors helps clients identify strengths, gain insight and help develop coping strategies. We work with therapeutic resources to help families, couples and individuals accomplish their goals.

My practice focuses mainly on topics surrounding relationship difficulties, depression/anxiety, sexual problems, and infertility. I work with male and female clients equally and work with all couple types. I believe you are the expert on your background, experiences, values, and goals. The therapeutic relationship relies on honesty, mutual respect, sharing, and openness. Making a connection is vital to the process. My ultimate goal is to help you define and attain the goals you want in life, and direct you on a healthy path to achieve them.