Therapists in Austin, TX

Everyone can benefit from therapy, they might just not know it yet. I believe humans are meant to seek help and support from each other. I believe there are people that can help change your life for the better. Maybe you are on a journey of self-discovery. Maybe you need extra support through a difficult time. Perhaps you need help re-investing in yourself. Or, maybe you don’t know what you need, but you thought this might be a good place to start. Whatever your reasons, you have taken a very brave first step in your journey toward more happiness and confidence in your continuing growth and future goals.

The global pandemic has impacted everyone in different ways. Uncertainty of the future impacts everything around us. Getting through this challenging time and wondering how our lives have changed as a result of the pandemic is a real concern. Wondering what has happened to your concentration or motivation? Anxiety and fears are starting to become more difficult to manage. On top of that, navigating life as we know it now can be challenging too. Life is different now than it was in March of 2020. In order to better manage these symptoms, help is a phone call away.

I collaborate with clients to resolve problems in living, to promote emotional growth and to facilitate personal and professional success. My therapeutic style is warm, direct and interactive. I believe that each of us can make mindful choices to create a gratifying life, to care for ourselves, our families and relationships. We can practice skillfully and create meaning in the difficulties and catastrophes that can complicate our course.

Have you been told to look at your substance use by someone you are close to? Are you worried you might have a problem or know that you do? Substance use is on a continuum, with abstinence on one end and severe abuse, or addiction, on the other. Historically, approaches to substance use treatment have been binary—you either use or you do not. While this approach is effective for some people, for most it feels restrictive and at times punitive. The goal of therapy is for you to determine—you may want to examine your use, minimize it, work toward ceasing use all together or even maintain positive changes you have already made.

I have experience with helping people through critical incidents and am available for first responders and health professionals at this challenging time. I am passionate about helping my clients make positive changes in their lives, using a collaborative, client-centered approach. I work with adults, individually and with families. I have worked primarily with children and adolescents for more than twenty years, often helping them overcome significant trauma and obstacles to happiness.

Whether you’re an individual, a couple, or a family, I have room for you. I offer Telehealth, walk-and-talk, and home sessions. Together, we can face the challenges in your life. I’m an open-minded, nonjudgmental person, so I’ll make you feel safe to explore your thoughts and feelings, and we can move forward together. I have experience in mental health, couple intimacy, family dynamics, trauma, and I welcome all people, all types of relationships (both monogamous and polyamorous), and all sexual preferences (such as LGBTQ+). I am currently working to acquire my Sex Therapy Certification through the Southwest Sexual Health Alliance.

Do you feel stuck? Are you ready to create change? Do you want to grow, bloom and thrive? Do you need to get thoughts out of the echo chamber of your head? Do you want to build hacks and skills to better manage ADHD or anxiety? I can help. You deserve someone who can support and cheer you on in your journey. After 17 years in education, 8 as a high school counselor, I have found that I love helping people through toxic relationships, breakups, life transitions, grief, school/work centered anxiety, depression, and the struggles of being human. My goal is to facilitate your healing based on your needs.

I help people understand themselves. When you understand yourself - your patterns, your perspective - you can change whatever isn't working in your life, and invite in more of what is. If you're struggling - with sadness, constant worry, difficult family or romantic relationships, feeling discontent or just plain stuck - I can help you move forward. I provide a friendly, comfortable space where you can relax and talk frankly. I listen actively, and offer fresh insights and feedback, as well as new skills and strategies for you to try. You will leave with new things to try out and more hopeful for the future.

I get it: the only thing that got me to consider counseling is because my relationship was failing. I felt alone, misunderstood, and resentful. Little did I know at the time, but I was depressed. Covert depression in men is a dull sense of hopelessness which can look like anger, frustration, procrastination, over-eating, over-working, and over-drinking to the outside world.

I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults and families unlock their unique strengths to live a fulfilling and authentic life. Today’s always-on culture contributes to anxiety, depression, burnout, and a pace of life that can feel difficult to sustain. In a safe and supportive space, I work with clients to grow, heal, and move beyond feeling “stuck".

Each of us has answers inside of us, coming from our "highest and best self". My job as counselor is to help you get in touch with this inner guidance system, and take charge. Eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and life's surprises, sometimes negatively affect our happiness and well-being. Additionally, socio-economic issues, systemic injustices, and family/cultural expectations can affect how we see life. I can respectfully offer insights and tools to help you move on from anything holding you back from being your highest and best self!

I specialize in helping people navigate life’s twists and turns. You may be struggling with issues related to relationships, confidence, anxiety or major life changes. Or perhaps, there's an experience you are having difficulty moving past. Imagine feeling less burdened by life's circumstances, more resilient to challenges and having more gratifying relationships with your self and/or loved ones. Imagine feeling comfortable being authentically you, believing in your abilities and being witness to your own personal growth. Together, through a collaborative process, we can make this a reality.

Although everyone who begins therapy hopes for a more satisfying life, people bring a variety of concerns to their first sessions. In your sessions with me, the emphasis will be on you. You'll find a comfortable place to explore your concerns and dreams and determine how to improve your experiences and relationships. I'll honor who you are--your cultural background, life choices, sexual orientation, and age. I'll offer support and feedback as you work through current and past issues and rediscover strengths that will help you move forward in a positive direction.

We all have experiences in life that are beyond our ability to cope. Following such events, many people feel distress for weeks, months, or years after. Are you "stuck" with the thoughts and feelings brought about by one or more traumatic experiences? Have you noticed a change in your mood, relationships, or work-life following a traumatic event? If you're interested in taking steps to change your relationship to your trauma, then we may be a good fit.

Ritual Wellness ATX is a local mental health practice based in Austin, TX. Our company values include community, connectedness, equitability, inclusivity, empowerment, transparency, safety, and kindness. As a social justice informed practice, we strive to facilitate individual and collective healing for our community through high-quality, culturally sensitive, and person-centered mental health services and education. We make every effort to provide a non-judgmental, empathetic, and safe environment in order for you to share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a trusting and therapeutic environment.

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to witness healing and transformation, even when hope seemed far away. I am in awe of the resilience found in each of us and I believe that everyone has an inherent wisdom within that, when fostered, can lead to a happy, fulfilling life. As a therapist, I see my role as providing a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore and identify their own personal strengths and use them to achieve the goals and dreams they have set for themselves.

No matter your background, you deserve peace of mind and to feel safe within yourself. You deserve to find your happiness no matter the shape it takes. I believe that everyone has the power to reach their goals, sometimes you just need someone to hold the map while you drive. I would enjoy assisting you as we work through any problems so that you can thrive in your life.

I support people as they go through some of life's tougher times. I do not "fix" anyone. I help people remember the truth about their worth and value and guide them as they practice living from that truth whether it's for the first time or not. When we get afraid and empty, it is almost impossible to remember this by ourselves, and we need an experienced, knowledgable and loving ally to shine the light for us through the dark and confusing times.