Parenting Therapists in Austin, TX

I have the privilege to work beside children, adolescents, and adults in difficult and often confusing times in their lives. My mission is to provide care and clarity for my clients while honoring their values in a way that can strengthen and improve their relationship not only with themselves but with their family and friends as well.

Families are a system and when one a part of the system is disrupted it can affect the entire system. Lindsay is looking forward to working with couples and families. Her focus is couples who are facing divorce or working to reconcile, blended families, parenting , co- parenting and seeing members of the family on an individual bases who are working through depression and anxiety ages 12+.

Being curious about what makes us feel and act the way we do brings authenticity, creativity, and choices into our lives. Our self-concept and beliefs about the world are often formed in childhood and learned in our primary relationships. Unconsciously, these early experiences guide many of the decisions in our lives. I am passionate about exploring with you, the patterns that may leave you feeling confused, frustrated, or unable to move forward. Together, we will create space to cultivate conscious and caring responses to the inevitable challenging events of life.

I am known for my positive outlook on life and my affinity for people. Whether you are choosing to move in a more positive direction in your life, going through crisis, or recovering from past trauma, I will work side by side with you guide you through change at your own pace. I have experience in trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, parenting , acculturation, and crisis intervention. My treatment modalities are based in Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

I feel that I am gifted in helping all individuals, especially those with past issues that are still having effects on one's life. I especially enjoy helping with communication which is a specialty of mine. When communication fails, relationships fail. I can help you with your relationships, both with your children and with your significant others. I have been helping parents for 13 years and know that I can help you with your goals of parenting , relationships, work issues, and life transitions. Help in these areas will alleviate depression and anxiety. Divorcing? I will help your family. Give me a call.

I work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, and families from a strengths-based, interpersonal approach with a foundation in attachment theory to build self-confidence, relational skills, emotional regulation, and family cohesion. I offer a warm and validating space for children, teens, and college-age adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, challenges in interpersonal relationships, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. I am certified in and offer Parent -Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children 7 and younger.

Do you know that something needs to change for your child or family, but you aren’t sure where to start or what kind of services to seek? As a psychologist, I have expertise in children and teenagers, mental health care, psychological testing, and diagnosis. As a parent /caregiver, you have expertise in your child, family, and your child’s life story. You know what you’ve already tried, and what has or hasn’t helped. I know what other options are out there, and how to figure out which options will be a good fit. Let’s work together to determine the best path forward to support your child.

Over the years I have come to enjoy working with a variety of clients. I work with children ages 2 through adolescence utilizing play therapy as one of my modalities. I also see adults for individual issues including anxiety, depression, parenting , and relationship issues. My practice includes working with couples assisting them in recognizing the problem cycles that get created and hopefully learning to build intimacy and connection. Since I work with children, families are a part of my practice as well-I see each individual as an integral part of the whole.

Hi, I am Sara. I enjoy being the witness of positive change and the healing power of human relationships. Whatever the issue, I am honored to take part in your personal journey toward a better life. I can be your guide to help you process and envision the steps towards whatever goal you seek. I have trained in several evidence based models, including Child- Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I work with young children, adolescents, and adults.

I celebrate diversity, which means I welcome you and relationships and families of every kind. I offer a safe place for you to talk at your own pace about challenges that may feel impossible to discuss anywhere else. Focus areas include relationship difficulties, loss, interpersonal challenges, LGBTQ+/queer concerns, divorce support, stress, pre-teen and adolescent challenges, anxiety, depression, a general sense of feeling unhappy, parenting and more. If you're having a hard time you do not need to be alone. I work with individuals, relationships, and families.

Sometimes it can be hard to know where you want to go in life. You feel stuck in old patterns that hold you back from living the life you want. My passion is creating a space where you can feel safe and understood while you explore those areas of your life that aren't working.

Counseling was once seen as something having to do with weakness. Now it used widely and routinely for gaining strength, new skills, making meaning out of one's life and living one's purpose. Living & loving fully and leading a life that matters has everything to do with finding the right mentors along the way for support and guidance in transforming vulnerability into strength. I help mamas, papas and adults who want proven skills to help themselves &/or their child succeed. And when families & individual adults experience ongoing stress, loss or trauma, having proven skills & tools is even more important--Help is here.

I am a therapist providing individual and group therapy to adults. Many of my clients struggle with depression, anxiety, unstable relationships, blended families and life transitions. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is built upon trust, compassion, and honesty. This is critical in helping clients begin to find light at the end of the tunnel, and the best version of themselves.

I am a licensed psychologist and a clinical neuropsychologist. I provide evidence based effective treatment for psychological problems, as well as neuropsychological assessment. I take a humanistic and compassionate approach and work with my clients as partners in a journey. My clients' wellbeing, dignity and progress towards the goals we set are my top priorities. Together with my clients I offer a tailored clinical approach to help you achieve your treatment and life goals. I also draw from both neuroscience as well as from philosophy to help clients get better and experience the profound sense that... its ok to be you!

I am committed to helping children, teens and their parents experience "less stress and more success" by offering client-centered counseling, including play-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, short-term solution counseling, stress-management/mindfulness and therapeutic parenting support. I have been in practice for over 25 years and delight in helping clients recognize and affirm their unique strengths while finding positive, creative solutions to overcome the challenges they face.

Is your child intense? Is your child highly emotional, willful, and gifted? Do you need some new ideas to connect with your child? Within each of us lies greatness: within your child, within you as a person, and as a parent . I can help you and your child access that greatness and nurture it. I work well with intense children who are struggling with behavioral and attention issues. I provide a safe and caring environment, often taking the therapy session outdoors for experiential activities.

Life is busy and can be complicated and messy. Balancing relationships, family, work, and your health is a challenge. You probably can’t remember the last time you took the time to care for YOU! Do you struggle to find balance in your life and time to take care of yourself? Do you struggle with partner, personal, or professional relationships? Do you feel defeated as a parent ? Do you feel overwhelmed by feelings, worries, and stress? Do you feel exhausted from creating “what ifs” in your head, feeling dread and uncertainty about the future? Does chronic illness impact your life? Don’t worry, there is hope!

Clients served: Children ages 5-11 experiencing emotional distress due to displacement and trauma. Adolescents ages 13-15 experiencing anxiety related to school difficulties, peer relationships, and life transition into adulthood. Adults experiencing distress related to peer relationships, parenting , first generation of immigrant parents, and family of origin.

Deciding to speak to a therapist is a step in the direction of health - mental, emotional, and sometimes physical. My clients usually come to me after they have tried all they can think of - I feel honored to be their next step and honor the steps they've already taken. Whether a client's concerns pertain to parenting or becoming a parent , perinatal mental health, life transitions, ADHD, or general mental health, I enjoy working together with my clients to determine the best next steps for them.

Loss is everywhere and sometimes we need to tell our loss story over and over again. I offer a safe place to discuss loss and transition as well trauma whether past or current. My practice is client-centered and we begin our work where you are presently. If you are seeking couples counseling, my practice is informed by training through the Gottman method. I also provide parent coaching and specialize in working with parents of toddlers.