Therapists in Austin, TX

Relationships are what fulfill us most. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself, as it lays the foundation for all other relationships in your life. As a therapist, I understand that the path to a fulfilling life starts from within. Therapy is a deeply personal process that has the potential to completely transform how you view the world around you. Change is possible. My mission is to help you understand the problems you are facing and to find meaningful solutions that work best for you.

I work with individuals, couples, and groups, of all ages. My practice rests on the principles of inclusiveness, autonomy, and empowerment. I strive to provide a space of acceptance of your authentic self and multiple facets of your identity (ethnicity, gender, sexual identities, ability, SES, etc.). I aid in relating with and understanding your emotions, and body sensations and meet your wellness needs by deepening connection. I believe that my role as a therapist is to make you self-sustainable, such that after our period of engagement—however short or long—you can keep expanding your experiential horizons.

Therapy is a place where all aspects of yourself are welcome—fears, embarrassments, longings and resentments, as well as strengths and gifts. Learning to love and accept all of who you are is a huge part of healing. Therapy provides a place where acceptance and curiosity come first! First and foremost, I care deeply about the unique journey each client travels. I am invested in your healing and growth, bringing my training, experience and expertise to your struggles and concerns. I use a trauma-informed approach and enjoy bringing in aspects from childhood, adolescence, and adulthood for a well-rounded healing experience.

Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Do you long for a deeper, more fulfilling relationship? You're not alone. I am Kala, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate. Together, we can uncover the patterns that have held you back and develop new ways of relating that bring joy and intimacy back into your relationship. Let’s reconnect the pieces and build a stronger, more loving bond. Reach out today to begin the journey.

FREE Consultations! My clients are looking for a natural and affordable solution to diminishing the severity of symptoms during the acute phases of bipolar disorder. Through coaching on sleep hygiene, nutrition, movement, mindfulness, and fostering community I guide clients in alleviating insomnia, mania, depression, anxiety, racing thoughts, suicidal ideation, weight loss, mood stability, and fractured relationships.

Therapy starts with understanding a person and seeing the world from that person's eyes.

Reaching out to a therapist is hard. So first, take a moment to commend yourself for prioritizing your wellbeing - it is difficult, even for me as a therapist! I believe that we all have a desire for genuine relational connection. However, our past experiences (eg. oppression, trauma, relational disconnections) inform our strategies of survival (eg. perfectionism, addiction, avoidance), which paradoxically leave us feeling dysregulated, isolated, or stuck in painful relationships. I see therapy as a space where you and I can co-create an open & authentic relationship, which will help us explore and heal your current life stressors.

Online and In-person medication management, therapy, psychological testing, advanced psychiatric procedures.

Building a trusting, compassionate relationship is my foremost priority in therapy. I help clients develop strengths, assertiveness, and resiliency to cope with life's challenges while reorienting to more adaptive thoughts + feelings, improving relationships and increasing attunement. I believe that our brains are naturally adaptive and a clear understanding of how your mind works can empower healthy change. That’s why I use a combination of attachment theory, trauma-informed mindfulness, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing), and Gottman Institute's research-based approach to therapy.

I believe every individual has incredible capacity for self-compassion, self-awareness and growth. Life can be very challenging and everyone needs increased support at times. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health concerns.

Accepting new clients in TX & NY! - Are you struggling with your identity or traumas? Do you need help managing the multiple stressors in your life, especially as a mom? Or maybe your anxiety is getting the best of you and you want to improve communication in your relationships? Acknowledging that you need help is the first step, so I'm glad you're here. I know firsthand how daunting it can be to reach out, and I hope you know how brave you are. If you're ready to make a change, or even if you're on the fence, I would love to see if we're a good fit for one another.