Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Austin, TX
*Now taking new clients - January 2022* Trauma, whether recent or past, abrupt or occurring over a long time, can disrupt your life in significant ways. It can be scary to begin the process of change - who will you be when things are different? I know from personal experience what trauma can do and how therapy can change the trajectory of your life. I'm dedicated to offering compassionate and effective therapies for trauma and the grief that so often accompanies it to those who require a competent and supportive therapist to provide immediate support and understanding.
*Now taking new clients - January 2022* Trauma, whether recent or past, abrupt or occurring over a long time, can disrupt your life in significant ways. It can be scary to begin the process of change - who will you be when things are different? I know from personal experience what trauma can do and how therapy can change the trajectory of your life. I'm dedicated to offering compassionate and effective therapies for trauma and the grief that so often accompanies it to those who require a competent and supportive therapist to provide immediate support and understanding.
I believe we all have unique strengths that can help us navigate life’s challenges. Seeking out support through counseling is one way to re-discover and to cultivate those strengths. I work with adolescents and adults to assist them through life’s ups and downs. I am LGBTQ+ allied and affirming and I utilize a multicultural approach when working with clients. I welcome you to come as you are— I will meet you wherever you are at.
I believe we all have unique strengths that can help us navigate life’s challenges. Seeking out support through counseling is one way to re-discover and to cultivate those strengths. I work with adolescents and adults to assist them through life’s ups and downs. I am LGBTQ+ allied and affirming and I utilize a multicultural approach when working with clients. I welcome you to come as you are— I will meet you wherever you are at.
I am a licensed social worker and contemplative psychotherapist practicing in Texas. I specialize in helping people return to themselves through understanding and attuning to their nervous systems, while rediscovering the wisdom inherent in their own bodies so that they may fully realize their own purpose and have a better sense of belonging. My philosophy centers around the understanding that a client is always the expert of their own life. It emphasizes the importance of witnessing and supporting the client's personal journey, with the overall aim to assist you in improving the quality of your life and your relationships.
I am a licensed social worker and contemplative psychotherapist practicing in Texas. I specialize in helping people return to themselves through understanding and attuning to their nervous systems, while rediscovering the wisdom inherent in their own bodies so that they may fully realize their own purpose and have a better sense of belonging. My philosophy centers around the understanding that a client is always the expert of their own life. It emphasizes the importance of witnessing and supporting the client's personal journey, with the overall aim to assist you in improving the quality of your life and your relationships.
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what to do next. Whether you're facing relationship struggles, stress, or anxiety, it can feel like a heavy emotional burden. You may be dealing with self-doubt, fear, or unresolved trauma that’s holding you back from the life you want. But positive change is possible. By reaching out, you’re already taking a powerful first step. In our sessions, we’ll build on your strengths and develop tools to help you move forward with confidence. You deserve to feel fulfilled, at peace, and I’m here to help you create lasting change and growth.
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what to do next. Whether you're facing relationship struggles, stress, or anxiety, it can feel like a heavy emotional burden. You may be dealing with self-doubt, fear, or unresolved trauma that’s holding you back from the life you want. But positive change is possible. By reaching out, you’re already taking a powerful first step. In our sessions, we’ll build on your strengths and develop tools to help you move forward with confidence. You deserve to feel fulfilled, at peace, and I’m here to help you create lasting change and growth.
Emily Keefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I believe that all individuals have the capacity to self-heal. A supportive and respectful therapeutic relationship can be the perfect catalyst for growth and change. Through a guided and collaborative approach, we can discover why we fall into the same patterns, often reliving past hurts, and develop practical strategies for choosing to live life differently. By exploring vulnerability and tapping in to our creative, authentic selves, lasting change can occur.
I believe that all individuals have the capacity to self-heal. A supportive and respectful therapeutic relationship can be the perfect catalyst for growth and change. Through a guided and collaborative approach, we can discover why we fall into the same patterns, often reliving past hurts, and develop practical strategies for choosing to live life differently. By exploring vulnerability and tapping in to our creative, authentic selves, lasting change can occur.
My therapeutic approach is direct and compassionate. My clients often tell me that I "keep it real". I see couples and individuals in person from my office in Austin, TX, and virtually for clients in Connecticut and New York. My specialities include eating disorders, addictions, trauma, couples therapy and LGBTQ+ issues.
My therapeutic approach is direct and compassionate. My clients often tell me that I "keep it real". I see couples and individuals in person from my office in Austin, TX, and virtually for clients in Connecticut and New York. My specialities include eating disorders, addictions, trauma, couples therapy and LGBTQ+ issues.
Ian Christopher Hammonds
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
If you are experiencing difficulty in communicating with those who matter most to you, you’ve come to the right place. I will provide you with a safe space and a non-judgmental environment. Regardless of how new or old these painful experiences are, I am here to help you and assure quality treatment so that your journey through life will be lighter and a more positive experience. I enjoy working with clients experiencing addiction, shame, grief, trauma, and familial abuse, families coping with new or existing illness, and clients in substance abuse recovery.
If you are experiencing difficulty in communicating with those who matter most to you, you’ve come to the right place. I will provide you with a safe space and a non-judgmental environment. Regardless of how new or old these painful experiences are, I am here to help you and assure quality treatment so that your journey through life will be lighter and a more positive experience. I enjoy working with clients experiencing addiction, shame, grief, trauma, and familial abuse, families coping with new or existing illness, and clients in substance abuse recovery.
Hi! I’m Max Casero (they/them), a neurodivergent queer therapist who gets it—life with ADHD can feel like you’re constantly juggling too much, especially during the holidays when stress, grief, and anxiety peak. You might be navigating identity, relationships, or feeling stuck in overwhelm. I specialize in ADHD, executive functioning, and supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals in finding clarity and confidence. We’ll build practical strategies to help you move from chaos to calm and from self-doubt to self-trust. Let’s create space for growth and thriving.
Hi! I’m Max Casero (they/them), a neurodivergent queer therapist who gets it—life with ADHD can feel like you’re constantly juggling too much, especially during the holidays when stress, grief, and anxiety peak. You might be navigating identity, relationships, or feeling stuck in overwhelm. I specialize in ADHD, executive functioning, and supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals in finding clarity and confidence. We’ll build practical strategies to help you move from chaos to calm and from self-doubt to self-trust. Let’s create space for growth and thriving.
I’m Ginna Beal, LCSW. I have 32 years experience working with a wide variety of clients in various settings. I’m particularly adept at working with folks who struggle with trauma, relationship difficulties, chronic pain,mood disorders such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, and grief and loss.
I’m Ginna Beal, LCSW. I have 32 years experience working with a wide variety of clients in various settings. I’m particularly adept at working with folks who struggle with trauma, relationship difficulties, chronic pain,mood disorders such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, and grief and loss.
Life can be messy. Sometimes, in an attempt to find safety, we may try to push ourselves and our lives to be clean, perfect, and free from pain. I’ve been there. But what many of us need when we’re hurting is not to push and prod ourselves - instead, it often helps to slow down and invite some gentleness and self-compassion into our bodies. This is where I believe therapy can come into play. As a clinician, I'm dedicated to using these strategies to support those with concerns around complex trauma, body image, disordered eating, and just the challenges of being a human in general.
Life can be messy. Sometimes, in an attempt to find safety, we may try to push ourselves and our lives to be clean, perfect, and free from pain. I’ve been there. But what many of us need when we’re hurting is not to push and prod ourselves - instead, it often helps to slow down and invite some gentleness and self-compassion into our bodies. This is where I believe therapy can come into play. As a clinician, I'm dedicated to using these strategies to support those with concerns around complex trauma, body image, disordered eating, and just the challenges of being a human in general.
I believe there is a higher wisdom within us all, and accessing this place of inner authority is essential to the process of healing and aligning with one’s authentic self. My goal as a counselor is to help you connect with your personal wisdom and unlock your innate ability to heal. My invitation is for you to be curious with me about your experiences as I offer feedback to spark the discovery of your own answers.
I believe there is a higher wisdom within us all, and accessing this place of inner authority is essential to the process of healing and aligning with one’s authentic self. My goal as a counselor is to help you connect with your personal wisdom and unlock your innate ability to heal. My invitation is for you to be curious with me about your experiences as I offer feedback to spark the discovery of your own answers.
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Matthew Wright - Neurodivergence, Love, Couples
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you find navigating perfectionism, feelings of being frozen, over-thinking and other traits of neurodivergence challenging and frustrating? I understand that being overstimulated can have unwanted impacts on your professional and personal life and make navigating romantic relationships feel impossible. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that societal norms and the stress of everyday life should not determine how you show up for yourself and within your relationships. You deserve a space to explore these dynamics without fear of judgment as your true self.
Do you find navigating perfectionism, feelings of being frozen, over-thinking and other traits of neurodivergence challenging and frustrating? I understand that being overstimulated can have unwanted impacts on your professional and personal life and make navigating romantic relationships feel impossible. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that societal norms and the stress of everyday life should not determine how you show up for yourself and within your relationships. You deserve a space to explore these dynamics without fear of judgment as your true self.
For a better experience, check out www.turbiville.com. I help clients explore life, relationships, and mental health in social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Together, we will develop plans for things that can change and skills to cope with things that cannot. I hope to be your partner in discovering meaning in daily life and personal answers to life's existential uncertainties. I believe the most important ingredient in therapy is a relationship based on respect, authenticity, empathy, and humor. I value every person's unique identity and experiences, and I aim to customize your therapy experience, accordingly. :)
For a better experience, check out www.turbiville.com. I help clients explore life, relationships, and mental health in social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Together, we will develop plans for things that can change and skills to cope with things that cannot. I hope to be your partner in discovering meaning in daily life and personal answers to life's existential uncertainties. I believe the most important ingredient in therapy is a relationship based on respect, authenticity, empathy, and humor. I value every person's unique identity and experiences, and I aim to customize your therapy experience, accordingly. :)
Kathryn Bongiovanni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Spiraling? To work through pain, chemistry between the therapist and the client matters. What you can expect from me as your therapist: I will be my authentic self in the room & likely drop the F-bomb. I weave pragmatism, warmth and humor into our conversations. I will treat you like an equal person sitting across from me. I work best with clients who want to be their whole selves, too. While it feels like going in circles, you're actually climbing a mountain. Same view- new perspective.
Spiraling? To work through pain, chemistry between the therapist and the client matters. What you can expect from me as your therapist: I will be my authentic self in the room & likely drop the F-bomb. I weave pragmatism, warmth and humor into our conversations. I will treat you like an equal person sitting across from me. I work best with clients who want to be their whole selves, too. While it feels like going in circles, you're actually climbing a mountain. Same view- new perspective.
Courtney Loyola Onyx Counseling & Wellness Ctr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery. I offer in person and virtual Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Workshops. Are tired of the same toxic relationships? Are you are ready to heal from your trauma and not repeat the past? Maybe, you can no longer trust your intuition to determine who is good for you and who isn't? You feel like no matter what you do, you can't seem to get away from toxic relationships, friendships or experiencing yet another trauma. You are struggling to cope with the trauma caused by the relationship.
I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery. I offer in person and virtual Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Workshops. Are tired of the same toxic relationships? Are you are ready to heal from your trauma and not repeat the past? Maybe, you can no longer trust your intuition to determine who is good for you and who isn't? You feel like no matter what you do, you can't seem to get away from toxic relationships, friendships or experiencing yet another trauma. You are struggling to cope with the trauma caused by the relationship.
Becca Baughman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78751
I believe in the wise and loving energy at our core that, given the right environment, guides each of us towards growth, healing, connection, and wholeness. When we are able to access this, we live more fully. My work is to help you identify and release roots of anxiety, fear, suffering, self-doubt or disconnection in order to return to this core and connect to a life more deeply grounded in meaning and joy.
I believe in the wise and loving energy at our core that, given the right environment, guides each of us towards growth, healing, connection, and wholeness. When we are able to access this, we live more fully. My work is to help you identify and release roots of anxiety, fear, suffering, self-doubt or disconnection in order to return to this core and connect to a life more deeply grounded in meaning and joy.
Samantha Meyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Hello! My name is Samantha Meyer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have a M.Ed. in Counseling from The University of Texas at Austin. As a therapist, I employ humanistic, cognitive, and behavioral techniques to understand my client’s experience of the world, and work collaboratively to develop a plan to help them meet their goals. I believe my clients are the experts on their own experiences, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where my clients can safely explore their pasts while learning skills to stay grounded in their present.
Hello! My name is Samantha Meyer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have a M.Ed. in Counseling from The University of Texas at Austin. As a therapist, I employ humanistic, cognitive, and behavioral techniques to understand my client’s experience of the world, and work collaboratively to develop a plan to help them meet their goals. I believe my clients are the experts on their own experiences, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where my clients can safely explore their pasts while learning skills to stay grounded in their present.
I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, cultures, and identities on various issues. Whether you need support dealing with a specific life event, managing ongoing mental health issues or life circumstances, or even if you aren't sure what you want to work on, I'm here to help! My job is to collaborate with my clients to identify what is distressing them, what they want to change, and how they can achieve their goals in therapy.
I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, cultures, and identities on various issues. Whether you need support dealing with a specific life event, managing ongoing mental health issues or life circumstances, or even if you aren't sure what you want to work on, I'm here to help! My job is to collaborate with my clients to identify what is distressing them, what they want to change, and how they can achieve their goals in therapy.
I have 8 years of experience working with adults and teens. I specialize in counseling members of the LGBTQIA+ community, folks with trauma and I enjoy doing parts work/IFS. If you're experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, family struggles or a general feeling of being stuck; I can help you work towards meeting goals, relief from negative symptoms or unhelpful behaviors. I aim to create an environment of understanding and humor, in order to offer helpful tools and knowledge about how our brains and bodies work, so you can work them to your advantage. I hope we can work together to give you some relief!
I have 8 years of experience working with adults and teens. I specialize in counseling members of the LGBTQIA+ community, folks with trauma and I enjoy doing parts work/IFS. If you're experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, family struggles or a general feeling of being stuck; I can help you work towards meeting goals, relief from negative symptoms or unhelpful behaviors. I aim to create an environment of understanding and humor, in order to offer helpful tools and knowledge about how our brains and bodies work, so you can work them to your advantage. I hope we can work together to give you some relief!
Lizzie Turk, LPC Associate, supervised by Karen Shafer, LPC-S. I have a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges, and bring a compassionate and holistic approach to therapy. I specialize in providing support to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and substance abuse.
Lizzie Turk, LPC Associate, supervised by Karen Shafer, LPC-S. I have a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges, and bring a compassionate and holistic approach to therapy. I specialize in providing support to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and substance abuse.
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