Somatic Therapists in Austin, TX

I am a LCSW who works with individuals who are experiencing a disruption in a relationship, difficulty managing their mood, or experiencing an existential crisis. My experience providing individual and group outpatient services, as well as crisis intervention services, allows me to provide my client with the tools needed to work towards recovery. I work to form a trusting therapeutic relationship to allow for exploration of strengths and skills to overcome life challenges. My hope is for all clients to acquire the skills to be their own therapist, and progress from the counseling relationship with an increased sense of self.

As a recovering perfectionist and people pleaser, I often work with women who struggle with the same things. These tendencies can be so helpful in life, but they can also get in the way of how you truly want to live your life. The clients I see often have difficulty with boundaries, experience a lot of self-doubt and uncertainty, and feel disconnected from their true authentic selves. Rather than giving my clients answers, I help guide them to discover the truth and courage that lies within them, but is often covered up by their own adaptations to life and trauma.

Clients normally describe me as someone that they feel is compassionate and actively interested in their well-being, non-judgmental, and with whom they feel accepted and comfortable around. I am on the path to help people heal holistically with mindfulness and presence, with tools that can be used for deeper self-understanding, finding answers within, and releasing psychological blockages. I am always on the lookout for where we can facilitate neurological body/brain healing of the psyche using the latest neuroscience-based, whole body protocols for anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, depression, and PTSD.

I have extensive experience working with a broad range of mental health diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, eating disorders, and addiction. I also can support individuals struggling with interpersonal conflicts, mood dysregulation, and life transitions. I would describe my therapy style as non-judgmental, warm, empathetic, and strengths based. I will always meet you where you are, and we will work together to achieve your goals in your healing journey. I am aware of how the body stores our trauma and can also offer guidance on re-regulating your nervous system through somatic experiencing.

A strong sense of self and well-being. Healthy connection in relationships. Positive, vibrant sexuality. Most of us want a meaningful life infused with these qualities, yet many struggle with the impact of grief, trauma, and troubled relationships. Through integration of Somatic Experiencing, a body-centered psychotherapy, with psychodynamic, relational counseling, I support clients to find their own innate ability to grow, to change and to find their unique path to healing. Whether you are seeking support to make a few changes in your life, or a partner and ally on your journey of transformation, let's talk and see whether we might work together.

My counseling approach centers on my unwavering, optimistic faith that you have the potential for an authentic and happy life. I believe all people have the capacity for positive growth and this faith and belief will be present throughout our work. In session, I will give you a safe space, stay present with you, be curious about all that makes you unique, and remain flexible to your needs in the moment. We will use present moment experiences to increase your awareness while incorporating mindfulness, experiential, and somatic exercises.

I offer 30 years experience as a men's work facilitator, 20 years as a practicing yogi/meditation teacher, and 15 years as a trauma & addictions counselor. If you lean towards a spiritual life view, blending eastern & western principles, I'm for you. I help you integrate trauma-sensitive HeartMath technology, IFS< Neurocardiology, and Polyvagal Theory to support your healing. Leaning into transpersonal concepts - synthesizing psychology & spirituality, you will come away with a sense of peace and freedom, as well as tangible practices to support you in bringing new life to your relationships, work, and life.

You are making the choice to embrace a new empowered you! Realizing that there is strength in finding support, this choice can lead you to a positive path of growth and well-being. Applying integrative therapeutic techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. If you're looking for support and guidance through challenging situations or you're ready to move in another direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. In a creative atmosphere I can help you uncover your true potential and a life worth celebrating!

I believe we are listened into our voice and that "what most people really need is a good listening to" (Mary Lou Casey). In my work with clients, I strive to create a safe and resonant space in which clients can feel seen and heard and begin to see and hear themselves in new and different ways. I believe we all have an innate drive toward growth and healing which can, at times, become overwhelmed by life circumstances - both past and present - and that in the context of a supportive, empowering therapeutic relationship, we can rediscover our strengths and our deepest knowing.

Now accepting new clients! Somewhere in your past you learned to tune out your body, your signals, and not to trust yourself. And this was adaptive in so many ways - it helped you get to where you are and accomplish so many things. But sometimes it feels like it shouldn’t take so much energy to hold everything together.. You deserve to have more ease in your life and to trust yourself more. I would love to help you find your intuition, learn your boundaries, and advocate for yourself better by tuning back into your body.

I help my clients understand and manage relationships and anxiety -- in both their personal and professional life. ​Many of those I work with find that my down to earth manner and focus on finding solutions is just what they need to move forward. Individuals (children, adolescents and adults), couples, and families often feel relieved to know they can learn the skills to be successful and improve their relationships.

Welcome! Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or you’ve just been feeling a bit stuck lately, I will meet you wherever you are and we can walk through your experiences together. You are safe here. There might be emotions from your past that you’re still feeling, or you might have just experienced something that is weighing on you. Either way, I can help you navigate the complicated and scary feelings that might be coming up. My goal is to help you reach a place of self-acceptance and regulation within your body. With these tools, you can begin to live more authentically and build hope for the future.

Has distress, trauma, or a major transition disrupted your nervous system, or caused anxiety or depression? Is emotional dysregulation negatively impacting the relationships you care about the most? If you're experiencing PTSD, relationship challenges, grief, depression, caregiver fatigue, or anxiety of what lies ahead for you and your loved ones, I can help you settle emotional distress, restore equilibrium, and develop beneficial coping skills to support personal well-being and healthier relationships. I really believe that help begins by reaching out, and I'm glad you're here! Call or text me for a free consultation.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about supporting individuals with disordered eating/eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, depression, identity development, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I believe in the importance of relationships and creating a safe therapeutic environment that allows clients to be their authentic selves and utilize their unique strengths to drive the change process. I welcome people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences with an open mind and curiosity to understand individuals as a whole person.

I offer individual therapy for adults ages 18 and beyond, with an expertise in developmental trauma recovery. I use a variety of methods including Somatic Experiencing, ART(Accelerated Resolution Therapy), AEDP, Pia Mellody's Post Induction Therapy(Codependency), Interpersonal Neurobiology, Attachment Theory, and NARM(NeuroAffective Relational Model). My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.