Imago Therapists in Austin, TX
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Beth Castellow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I believe we all have the capacity to achieve loving, fulfilling relationships, but sometimes we get in our own way. Whether you are stuck in old patterns, afraid to try something new, uncomfortable in your own skin, or simply frustrated with the cards you've been dealt, please allow me to assist you on your journey to your full potential, and most rewarding relationships. I specialize in Relationship Issues, am a Certified
Imago
Relationship Specialist and EMDR Certified Therapist, and can help gently guide clients through their traumatic pasts.
Brendan Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
12 Endorsed
Verified
12 Endorsed
I've trained in
Imago
Relationship Therapy, and holistic modalities including yoga, acupuncture, and meditation.
Anxiety, depression, and relationship strain are all signs of change trying to happen. Often fear holds us back from challenging ourselves and our relationships. What we need is security, loving acceptance, and healthy curiosity. You may fear that you are stuck, that your partner will never change to meet your needs, or perhaps you are predestined to being unhappy or alone. I help people create relationships where they are comfortable enough to grow. It's through authentic relationships that we find the strength to dream big. Together we can find deep and meaningful connection and insight, find joy in our tears, trust, and grow.
Marty Romero Brickley, M.Ed., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Imago
Relationship Therapy * Meridian Tapping * iRest® Yoga Nidra.
I provide counseling for individuals, couples, marriages and families. I also provide individual sessions for Meridian Tapping and iRest® Yoga Nidra Meditation. I integrate
Imago
, Meridian Tapping and meditation to empower you in learning to navigate your life and relationships. I guide you in exploring body feelings, emotions and beliefs as well as your relationship systems. I will guide you in learning how to become safe with yourself and how to be empowered in the present while living in the world. I look forward to working with you. I will treat your concerns with the utmost respect and with complete confidentiality.
Bob Beare
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
I am experienced at helping to transform depression, anxiety, relationship problems, addictions, and other struggles through a variety of active techniques: Psychodynamic therapy with a Jungian orientation, expressive arts therapy,
imago
therapy for couples, action methods for groups, and mindfulness processes. With leaders and organizations, I use a dynamic set of processes that help to transform conflict and develop emotional intelligence and authenticity. I also am a licensed LPC supervisor and train facilitators to use these techniques with their clients.
Paul Boone, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified
Verified
I am an advanced clinician in
Imago
Therapy and EFT. When relationships aren't working very well or are on the brink of ending, it really feels bad; like the rug is being pulled out from under you. Often there are solvable reasons for why these things happen. 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. Something, that once they have learned how to do it, they can take with them because it is portable.
Charlotte Morrow Mcclure
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified
Verified
You may be wanting to understand how life choices contribute to your feelings day to day.
Imago
Relationship Therapy and Gottman Relationship Therapy can often offer new possibilities for your relationship. Ego State understanding of varied responses you may have to the same issue may be improved. Brene Brown's life view information is useful, too.Trauma and other difficult experiences can be improved with EMDR and Trauma Resource Model. Learning various relaxation techniques such as EFT and Heartmath can be helpful. And, new info on the neurobiology of the brain can expand your self understanding.
Not accepting new clients
Christine Poane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in
Imago
Couples Therapy and have extensive training in EMDR and utilize mindfulness in sessions with knowledge of the Enneagram.
(Currently not accepting new clients). Do you keep repeating the same dating and relationship patterns? Are you tired of feeling anxious in relationships and want to feel more secure and confident? If so, I can help. Clients have described sessions with me as accepting, warm, genuine, honest, and humorous. I am the type of therapist who will engage actively, provide honest feedback, and you will not have to sensor yourself with me. I want to help you discover your true voice and learn to trust your intuitive inner wisdom to create the life and relationships you desire. Call or email me and I can explain how we can get started!
Steve Cheney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My specialty training is in
Imago
therapy and it has been by far the most helpful training for couples and family work.
Have you been struggling to connect with your partner or family? Is it becoming harder to understand one another and resolve conflict? If you are seeking relief from these common relationship stressors, I can help! Initiating couples or family therapy is anxiety provoking, since most of us would rather not talk about the things that bother us - and this makes sense! Why would we want to talk about intense topics such as trust, anger, intimacy, money, or parenting? But you're here and it's very brave to start therapy and face challenges, because ultimately it is what helps us enhance connection and strengthen relationships.
Charlie Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.
James Maxwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, MA, RYT
Verified
Verified
Over 30 years of experience in counseling couples and individuals, I use my skills and training in
Imago
therapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, Ericksonian Hypnosis, and Self-Relations Therapy to help you navigate changes in your life and relationships.
"People come for therapy not to change their past but their future." a quote by Milton Erickson that inspires us to view therapy as a way to manage change -- and there are so many changes these days! Managing change with creativity and insight creates new opportunities and revitalizes relationships. When experiencing change do you struggle with lack of motivation, depressive moods, self-defeating self talk, or poor self-confidence? Counseling helps you gain insight into your underlying feelings and motivations, envision new possibilities for yourself or your relationship, and clarify conflicting emotions.
Katey Villalon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, IRT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with couples, families and individuals, to improve communication and reduce conflict in their relationships. Certified as an
IMAGO
Relationship Therapist and trained in PACT, as well as in Family Systems, I help clients to create secure attachment as adults. My services may be especially helpful if you find yourself stuck in an unbalanced partnership with someone who is toxic or narcissistic. Additionally, I work with clients navigating difficult life changes, that might include separation, divorce, infidelity, illness, aging, regrets, retirement and/or the passing of a loved one. Life can be difficult, and therapy can help.
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Emily D. Harrington-Cheney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, IRT
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
With couples, I utilize
Imago
Relationship Therapy to help partners recommit and reconnect.
I believe that many in our society feel lost and alone, disconnected from the greater whole. Change happens within the context of a safe, caring relationship with another human being, and individual healing can ripple outward to friends, family, and eventually the wider world.
Ann Marie Glick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
Today we have 6 generations of people looking for Love and Emotional Connection. I love working with couples. With 12 years experience at Psychiatric hospitals and 20 yrs in private practice, I am excited to teach couples creative skills and resources to change and grow healthy relationships. We take inventory of relationship needs, learn and practice effective communication skills to manage stress with intimacy, family, career and parenting. I Teach the Tools to forgive resentments and negotiate effectively. I use Research based tx modalities, Gottman, Genogram,
Imago
Tx, Mindfulness, Meditation, CBT and DBT. Spanish Speaking.
Yumnah Syed-Swift
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm trained Perinatal Mental Health, and
Imago
Relationship Therapy.
Are you are navigating a major life change like a big move, a new relationship, or trying to conceive or moving through pregnancy? You might be facing a significant challenge like relationship trouble, divorce, or trauma. Or, maybe, you are grappling with the intersection of your culture and sexuality, or a new diagnosis of ADHD. Either way, I am so glad you’re here! These experiences can be difficult and often feel isolating. You might be thinking, “no one understands.” Well, I’m here to listen. Whether you are facing intense trauma or you simply find yourself overwhelmed with your day to day life - you are welcome here.
Lauren Morgan Wuest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Depression, anxiety, compulsions, relationship problems, disturbing dreams, or other symptoms can alert us to the fact that important (but unseen) parts of ourselves or our relationships have been neglected. Depth psychotherapy seeks to integrate the unconscious experience into the individual or relational system. During this process, my clients and I explore ways to find deeper meaning and foster transformative growth within life’s peaks and valleys, joys and struggles. After all, we cannot control what life throws our way, but we can find meaningful ways to respond.
Respark Therapy & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST, AASECT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
Waitlist for new clients
Gena St. David
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
You are welcome to reach out to inquire about availability or a warm referral to one of my colleagues.
Austin, TX 78702
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Mika Tannenbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Struggling is a part of being human. But sometimes we turn our pain into suffering, either by pushing away or being overtaken by our emotions and problems. Just like our physical bodies, our emotional selves need to be tended to and nurtured. Without maintenance, we can default to old ways of coping and make things worse. As a therapist, I work with you to discover new ways of coping, and understanding your experiences so you can feel more emotionally at ease and functional in your day-to-day life.
Josephine Bibby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Many of my clients have difficult family relationships, struggle with boundaries, and are working on finding love within, rather than externally. I help them discover how to create a life with more love, more patience, and more peace. It is possible to live more in line with your values, to connect more fully in relationships, and to understand yourself in new ways. I believe that people change when we feel safe. Through a genuine and trust-centered therapy relationship, we create room for self-acceptance and your life can improve.
Cheryl A Tyler (Formerly Sipkowski)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCST
Verified
Verified
Hi - thank you for taking time to read my profile. If you choose to work with me, I will make every effort to help you feel comfortable and safe, yet challenged to make positive changes in your life. Sometimes trying to handle life on your own can be difficult - especially when you are emotionally close to your situation. With what we're collectively going through, things you were dealing with prior can feel even more intense. In exchange for your willingness to reach out, I will work to offer you support, guidance and a new perspective.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.