Therapists in Austin, TX

Are you feeling stuck or unbalanced? Or maybe trying to get in touch with yourself to figure out what you need out of life? I enjoy helping people address these types of issues through a collaborative counseling relationship. I view you as the expert on your life and see my role as supporting you to get a better understanding of yourself, your needs, and your goals. Life is full of change and it can be hard to take care of yourself in the midst of transitions. I want to help you find balance so that you are better equipped to cope with the many changes and challenges life brings.

My practice is intended for and inclusive of folks who identify as: LGBQIA+, transgender, nonbinary, gender-expansive, Black, Indigenous, POC, sex-workers, kinky, polyamorous, sex-positive, plus-sized/fat, disabled, and/or neurodivergent... I think of my practice as dual-focus: relationship-to-self & relationship-to-others... You know the value of equitable, vulnerable, caring relationships. And you want more of those connections. Or perhaps you’ve been exploring (or re-exploring) some element of your queerness and are feeling uncertain on how to make space for that in your life.

I help adults, young adults, and older teens with unique identities navigate anxiety, life transitions, and redefine who they are - not just who other people want them to be. If you are exploring your identity as a 2SLGBTQ+ person, or as a a third culture kid or as part of an immigrant family, I can help support you on that journey. If you're reclaiming your sense of self as a recovering people-pleaser, high-achiever, or someone lost in toxic relationships - this is the place for you!

Relationships are inherently complex, and even our most intimate ones can be confusing and painful. It's my job to help you make sense of the complexity. Rather than focusing on fixing something, I put greater emphasis on understanding and processing your conflicting feelings and desires. When we are able to identify and explore conflicting states of mind, we feel less stuck and more free to make choices that reflect what is most authentic to who we are.

I love working with kids and their parents! Loud kids, active kids, mad kids, disruptive kids, depressed or anxious kids, unhappy teenagers with failing grades, school discipline issues or drug/alcohol problems. Whatever the problem, there is usually a fair amount of pain associated with it for everyone in the family. My practice is a safe, nurturing environment for kids and their parents to get help.

At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.

*All appointments are telehealth* Now is a good time to seek help. The truth is seeking help is not always easy. We can think of any number of reasons to put it off. Capitalize on the courage you already displayed by reaching out and let's get to work! I am on your team and here to offer you the balance of support, compassion, and challenge you need to get over this hurdle and take on the next one.

I view therapy as a collaborative process between patient and therapist used to help facilitate growth and change. I think people are able to find healthy solutions for living when given the opportunity to learn new ways of thinking about and coping with life transitions.

Being your best can be hard, especially if you feel different, life isn't working out the way you planned, or the past won't leave you alone. But you don't have to do this by yourself. In therapy together, we start a process that explores your unique experience. I represent myself honestly to you and work to understand you honestly in a safe therapeutic relationship. Your therapy is personal. And through our work together you have the opportunity to discover more of who you are and how you live in the world around you.

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.

I am passionate about helping people by teaching them to help themselves. This looks like teaching coping skills and thought-change perspectives to expand their ability to cope with the stressors of life. I have experience working a variety of athletes from elite to recreational levels for both personal and performance-based concerns. I am also passionate about serving clients experiencing grief and loss, as grief requires being witnessed to heal, and I am willing to witness your grief. I welcome clients looking to work through anxiety, breakups, loss of identity, and life change.

If you're feeling called to take inspired action towards your healing path & to start awakening and opening yourself up to your unlimited power & potential I would love to be able to facilitate and hold space for you to do so. Healing is a non-linear process & it's my intention to help you integrate & alchemize the shadows of the past in your unique human experiences so that you can experience freedom & let go of old cycles & narratives that can keep you feeling stuck in comfortability & routine. It's my intention for this process to help you bring yourself into alignment with authenticity & transform you into your highest self!

I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.

Have you been feeling sad, disconnected and alone? Are you withdrawing from friends and family? Does your mood affect your work. Is this affecting your relationships? Therapy is a way to explore your emotions and actions that affect your day-to-day life. The first step towards healing and change can be counseling. I will work with you and support your journey to make changes, face issues and promote healing and growth. Depression, anxiety, and loss are just a few of the things that can affect our lives. In sessions, we work to develop healthy coping skills, to understand feelings and behaviors and to promote healing. I strive to create a safe environment for you to explore your emotions.

Starting therapy can be daunting and finding the right match with your therapist is half the battle. Laura values understanding clients within the sociocultural and relational structures in which they were raised and live. Laura uses the therapy space to acknowledge the prior life experiences that influence the way we perceive the world, as those often shape who we are today. Her approach to therapy is focused on cultivating a strong interpersonal relationship with her clients.

Are you someone who struggles with anxious and self-defeating thoughts, has difficulty finding joy and fulfillment, feels stuck in a pattern of unhealthy behaviors or wants to create and improve relationships with others? My mission is to create a secure, judgment-free space to help clients process emotions, challenge self-limiting beliefs and create lasting change. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss issues, trauma and unhealthy addictive behaviors.