Self-Harming Therapists in Austin, TX
Megan Yale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, LCDC, CCST
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78754
Most of my experience since 2009 has been with groups, adults, and adolescents with self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Hello and welcome to therapy! Emotions such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger can keep us stuck in negative situations and from progressing in our career and relationships. The first step to change is awareness. Speaking with a compassionate and competent professional can help you unlock your potential toward a more genuine version of you. I work from a client-centered counseling perspective, meaning that I approach the therapeutic relationship warmly, genuinely, and without judgment. My approach is to team with you to identify goals and help you create meaningful techniques that will assist you in reaching your goals.
Most of my experience since 2009 has been with groups, adults, and adolescents with self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Hello and welcome to therapy! Emotions such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger can keep us stuck in negative situations and from progressing in our career and relationships. The first step to change is awareness. Speaking with a compassionate and competent professional can help you unlock your potential toward a more genuine version of you. I work from a client-centered counseling perspective, meaning that I approach the therapeutic relationship warmly, genuinely, and without judgment. My approach is to team with you to identify goals and help you create meaningful techniques that will assist you in reaching your goals.
With past experience in crisis work, I specialize in helping clients manage chronic suicidality and reducing self-harming behaviors.
Life is messy, and sometimes therapy is too. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I understand what it feels like to be misunderstood or unseen. I’m here to help you navigate life in a safe, compassionate space where you can process your emotions—whether that’s letting out the frustration you can’t put into words or finally allowing yourself to shed the tears you’ve been holding in for years. Sometimes, the healing process starts with a breakdown, and that’s okay. We’ll face it together.
With past experience in crisis work, I specialize in helping clients manage chronic suicidality and reducing self-harming behaviors.
Life is messy, and sometimes therapy is too. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I understand what it feels like to be misunderstood or unseen. I’m here to help you navigate life in a safe, compassionate space where you can process your emotions—whether that’s letting out the frustration you can’t put into words or finally allowing yourself to shed the tears you’ve been holding in for years. Sometimes, the healing process starts with a breakdown, and that’s okay. We’ll face it together.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, addiction, and personality disorders.
Do you feel stuck in life or filled with a sense of uncertainty? You have taken that first step in seeking help and that takes courage! Hi, I am Sarah and I am glad you are here. I believe the therapeutic relationship is an alliance and essential in creating the foundation to set you up for success to achieve your goals.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, addiction, and personality disorders.
Do you feel stuck in life or filled with a sense of uncertainty? You have taken that first step in seeking help and that takes courage! Hi, I am Sarah and I am glad you are here. I believe the therapeutic relationship is an alliance and essential in creating the foundation to set you up for success to achieve your goals.
I use cutting edge psychological tools from a variety of disciplines and a deep connection to the quantum to open the door to transformation.
My approach is to help clients become free of their emotional overreactions (especially recurring upsets) and break free from the grip of their past wounds. I also work to help identify conditioning and beliefs that my clients have inherited from their families which are NOT consistent with their own core nature. It's all about becoming more authentic. I believe that the more true to ourselves we become, without the old wounds, conditioning, and societal pressures (such as needing to be seen as a nice guy/girl or needing approval from others) then the more whole and joyful we become in our everyday lives.
I use cutting edge psychological tools from a variety of disciplines and a deep connection to the quantum to open the door to transformation.
My approach is to help clients become free of their emotional overreactions (especially recurring upsets) and break free from the grip of their past wounds. I also work to help identify conditioning and beliefs that my clients have inherited from their families which are NOT consistent with their own core nature. It's all about becoming more authentic. I believe that the more true to ourselves we become, without the old wounds, conditioning, and societal pressures (such as needing to be seen as a nice guy/girl or needing approval from others) then the more whole and joyful we become in our everyday lives.
I offer tools that can help them communicate better, establish necessary and healthy boundaries, manage anger and fear healthily, and eliminate self-destructive and self-harming behavior.
I provide individual, couples (romantic and professional), and family therapy, and have expertise in working with adolescents and with anxiety/depression disorders. I worked with teenagers in the Round Rock Independent School District for three years as a crisis and support counselor, and have seen clients in private practice since 2008.
I offer tools that can help them communicate better, establish necessary and healthy boundaries, manage anger and fear healthily, and eliminate self-destructive and self-harming behavior.
I provide individual, couples (romantic and professional), and family therapy, and have expertise in working with adolescents and with anxiety/depression disorders. I worked with teenagers in the Round Rock Independent School District for three years as a crisis and support counselor, and have seen clients in private practice since 2008.
My work is rooted in science and I utilize cutting-edge evidence-based treatments.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist committed to helping you build a life worth living. I work with a variety of issues including recovering from trauma, coping with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and learning to manage emotions. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to learn new behaviors and skills to replace ineffective patterns of behavior that are interfering in your life.
My work is rooted in science and I utilize cutting-edge evidence-based treatments.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist committed to helping you build a life worth living. I work with a variety of issues including recovering from trauma, coping with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and learning to manage emotions. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to learn new behaviors and skills to replace ineffective patterns of behavior that are interfering in your life.
There is successful treatment for sexual addiction and by working with a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, like myself, you will receive the cutting edge treatment model for sexual addiction recovery.
Is your relationship suffering as a result of your sexual behavior? Do you have sexual secrets like compulsive pornography use, infidelity, or out of control sexual acting out that are hurting a loved one and holding you back in your life? Have you recently learned you have been sexually betrayed by your partner and don't know where to turn? As an expert in treating sex and porn addiction and the relational trauma caused by such behaviors, I can help. I will create a non-judgmental space for you to establish lasting recovery and to heal your relationship so you can get your life back and your relationship right.
There is successful treatment for sexual addiction and by working with a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, like myself, you will receive the cutting edge treatment model for sexual addiction recovery.
Is your relationship suffering as a result of your sexual behavior? Do you have sexual secrets like compulsive pornography use, infidelity, or out of control sexual acting out that are hurting a loved one and holding you back in your life? Have you recently learned you have been sexually betrayed by your partner and don't know where to turn? As an expert in treating sex and porn addiction and the relational trauma caused by such behaviors, I can help. I will create a non-judgmental space for you to establish lasting recovery and to heal your relationship so you can get your life back and your relationship right.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, adoption, and challenges with self-harming.
I take a laid-back approach and create an atmosphere that is non-threatening and non-judgmental. We'll take time to get to know each other and develop a road map for therapy. We'll set goals together and throughout our journey, we continually reevaluate the goals to make sure they are being met and that the client is getting what they need out of therapy.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, adoption, and challenges with self-harming.
I take a laid-back approach and create an atmosphere that is non-threatening and non-judgmental. We'll take time to get to know each other and develop a road map for therapy. We'll set goals together and throughout our journey, we continually reevaluate the goals to make sure they are being met and that the client is getting what they need out of therapy.
I believe that a collaborative approach between therapist and client is most effective. My intention is to empower my clients to put the pieces together to help solve the mysteries of their inner world. I truly believe that my clients can find their truth and move towards mental wellness. I use an integrated approach to treatment utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family System, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also believe in equipping my clients with coping skills to practice between sessions.
I believe that a collaborative approach between therapist and client is most effective. My intention is to empower my clients to put the pieces together to help solve the mysteries of their inner world. I truly believe that my clients can find their truth and move towards mental wellness. I use an integrated approach to treatment utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family System, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also believe in equipping my clients with coping skills to practice between sessions.
Depression and Anxiety are often the result of ongoing negative self-talk. Do you find that when starting a new job, going through a break-up, or dealing with the unexpected, your go-to is to beat yourself up? What if you could deal with life's hardships without making it harder for yourself? I am passionate about helping clients find alternatives to harsh inner-criticism, and to deal with life's challenges head on, free of this extra burden.
Depression and Anxiety are often the result of ongoing negative self-talk. Do you find that when starting a new job, going through a break-up, or dealing with the unexpected, your go-to is to beat yourself up? What if you could deal with life's hardships without making it harder for yourself? I am passionate about helping clients find alternatives to harsh inner-criticism, and to deal with life's challenges head on, free of this extra burden.
Starting therapy can be intimidating. I am happy you are here to start exploring getting help for yourself. If you need help with trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and relationships, you are in the right place. The biggest step is deciding you need help and asking for it, so good job taking this leap! My goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment to help you achieve your goals, whether that is working through a stressful time, or building skills to be less stressed and more confident.
Starting therapy can be intimidating. I am happy you are here to start exploring getting help for yourself. If you need help with trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and relationships, you are in the right place. The biggest step is deciding you need help and asking for it, so good job taking this leap! My goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment to help you achieve your goals, whether that is working through a stressful time, or building skills to be less stressed and more confident.
My passion is improving client’s relationships, both with themselves and others. I focus on increasing self-esteem, decreasing critical judgment and negative self-talk, and building a life that balances accomplishment with enjoyment and relaxation. I also work on strengthening romantic relationships and building new connections. I completed training at the Gottman Institute in Seattle for the "7 Principles of Making Marriage Work" and have led workshops to help couples improve their relationships.
My passion is improving client’s relationships, both with themselves and others. I focus on increasing self-esteem, decreasing critical judgment and negative self-talk, and building a life that balances accomplishment with enjoyment and relaxation. I also work on strengthening romantic relationships and building new connections. I completed training at the Gottman Institute in Seattle for the "7 Principles of Making Marriage Work" and have led workshops to help couples improve their relationships.
Darian Salinas (She/Her/Hers) is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), with a focus on empowering youth and adolescents. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. In her internship at Youth Advocates Program Inc., she offered skills training to help families navigate distinctive challenges associated with mental health concerns. This role allowed her to work clinically with clients dealing with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, transitional stress, ADHD/ADD symptoms, trauma, disruptive behaviors, and self-harm.
Darian Salinas (She/Her/Hers) is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), with a focus on empowering youth and adolescents. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. In her internship at Youth Advocates Program Inc., she offered skills training to help families navigate distinctive challenges associated with mental health concerns. This role allowed her to work clinically with clients dealing with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, transitional stress, ADHD/ADD symptoms, trauma, disruptive behaviors, and self-harm.
Struggling with your adolescent or teenager? It is vital that parents understand their teen's behavior rather than merely react to it. Working with me, your child will learn about themselves. They will discover their obstacles, and develop the inner strength and skills to make changes in themselves, It is immensely important for teens to have a neutral person to vent to, and teach them useful techniques to address their challenges. Teens experience many stressors which can lead to various issues that impact the entire family and many can be treated in therapy.
Struggling with your adolescent or teenager? It is vital that parents understand their teen's behavior rather than merely react to it. Working with me, your child will learn about themselves. They will discover their obstacles, and develop the inner strength and skills to make changes in themselves, It is immensely important for teens to have a neutral person to vent to, and teach them useful techniques to address their challenges. Teens experience many stressors which can lead to various issues that impact the entire family and many can be treated in therapy.
Most of the clients I have worked with over the years are looking for acceptance: familial, peer, and social. They are looking for their place to fit in. The challenges they face are "big" to them and important for them to gain understanding and guidance on how to move forward to a place that is comfortable for them where they can be "seen and heard". I have worked with, and learned from, a variety of people with a host of concerns over the years. I would say that I have learned as much from them as they have from me, if not more from them in how best to approach then work to resolve what there concerns are.
Most of the clients I have worked with over the years are looking for acceptance: familial, peer, and social. They are looking for their place to fit in. The challenges they face are "big" to them and important for them to gain understanding and guidance on how to move forward to a place that is comfortable for them where they can be "seen and heard". I have worked with, and learned from, a variety of people with a host of concerns over the years. I would say that I have learned as much from them as they have from me, if not more from them in how best to approach then work to resolve what there concerns are.
Hello, I am Sonia. I am an Austin based psychotherapist. The best part of my work day is listening to peoples’ life stories! I feel incredibly lucky to be in a profession where I get to know peoples’ lives, fears, hardships, etc. As your therapist it is my responsibility to provide a safe space free of judgement to you and anyone that seeks therapy with me. I work hard to continue my own growth as an individual and therapist in order to provide you with the best care.
Hello, I am Sonia. I am an Austin based psychotherapist. The best part of my work day is listening to peoples’ life stories! I feel incredibly lucky to be in a profession where I get to know peoples’ lives, fears, hardships, etc. As your therapist it is my responsibility to provide a safe space free of judgement to you and anyone that seeks therapy with me. I work hard to continue my own growth as an individual and therapist in order to provide you with the best care.
Hi, my name is Allison and I am a mental health therapist licensed in Texas, Illinois, South Dakota, Georgia, and Florida. I most enjoy working with people who experience high emotion dysregulation. These might include people with personality disorders, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, anger issues, anxiety, and/or depression. I help my clients learn skills to gain control over their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can build successful lives.
Hi, my name is Allison and I am a mental health therapist licensed in Texas, Illinois, South Dakota, Georgia, and Florida. I most enjoy working with people who experience high emotion dysregulation. These might include people with personality disorders, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, anger issues, anxiety, and/or depression. I help my clients learn skills to gain control over their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can build successful lives.
Do you ever feel like your actions don't make sense, and you don't know why you end up doing what you do and feeling how you feel? Like maybe YOU don't make sense? I have been there too, and I believe there are reasons behind what we believe and how we act. Part of my intention is to help you develop insight into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, as well as to provide a safe space for you to feel whatever stirs inside of you. By paying attention to all of your experience, we can learn more about your inner process, begin to disentangle that process from self-judgment, and help you find meaning in your struggles and triumphs.
Do you ever feel like your actions don't make sense, and you don't know why you end up doing what you do and feeling how you feel? Like maybe YOU don't make sense? I have been there too, and I believe there are reasons behind what we believe and how we act. Part of my intention is to help you develop insight into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, as well as to provide a safe space for you to feel whatever stirs inside of you. By paying attention to all of your experience, we can learn more about your inner process, begin to disentangle that process from self-judgment, and help you find meaning in your struggles and triumphs.
Pursuing therapy can be daunting, whether that is as a first-time client or struggling to find a therapist who is a good fit, so I aim to offer support, humor, authenticity, and validation to build strong therapeutic relationships with my clients. I work with clients to help them learn to navigate the overwhelm in their lives and build a life worth living.
Pursuing therapy can be daunting, whether that is as a first-time client or struggling to find a therapist who is a good fit, so I aim to offer support, humor, authenticity, and validation to build strong therapeutic relationships with my clients. I work with clients to help them learn to navigate the overwhelm in their lives and build a life worth living.
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-tn
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-tn
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.