Therapists in Austin, TX

I know you’re doing your best with the tools you have now—and that with nonjudgmental support and guidance, you can reconnect, grow, and flourish. My mission is to elevate you in creating a life of meaning and hope through past and future challenges. As a queer, multiracial Taiwanese American, my lived experience fuels my earnest appreciation and commitment to honoring your many intersecting identities. Together, we will develop a healing relationship where you can feel safe when vulnerable, comforted in your struggles, and encouraged as you are guided toward the resources you need to feel more secure in the world.

I offer somatic psychotherapy (touch and tablework) for people who are working on trauma, relationship and attachment issues. This work may also bring up family of origin issues that may also be unresolved. I combine somatic, IFS, and attachment modalities. My somatic training also provides expertise in helping those with chronic illness or pain and how this is related to mental health. Somatic work also is for those with after-effects of surgeries or accidents.

You are here because something is off. The armor that you normally wear might need to be repaired, or the protective shield that you use daily isn’t as effective as it used to be. You are having trouble you didn’t used to have or maybe you are ready to face something that has been there a while. You might be confused about big life stuff or are experiencing grief that you aren’t sure how to process. You might have moments of your life that seem stuck on repeat in your mind and you can’t find the STOP button on the remote. You absolutely aren't alone in these struggles and you have found an ally that can help face them all.

YES, I am accepting new clients! Have you ever noticed that your ability to feel joy is conditional? If you had the right relationship, you’d be happy. If you could change careers, you’d be happy. If you could spend a week in Hawaii, you’d be happy. Any of those sound familiar? Have you also noticed that this approach DOESN’T WORK? Really think about that for a minute. You’ve spent your entire life trying to get things on the outside to be a certain way so that you can finally, once and for all, feel better inside. So, if it works so well, why are you still not happy? Why are you still stuck playing that game?

I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, grief, or wanting to improve their relationships with themselves or others. You may find it difficult to offer yourself kindness in the same way you would towards a friend or family member. Many of my clients have felt stuck in the same narrative and patterns, leading them to feel more alone and isolated. I see individuals in a holistic perspective and hope to empower them to change their lives in a way that aligns with their personal values. I approach counseling through the lens of an attachment and nervous system perspective.

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.

Sometimes life can be hard. Experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, the loss of a loved one or even a life’s transition (like job or relationship changes) can make you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply “frozen” without the ability to move forward. This can get in the way of your feeling happy, satisfied, having healthy relationships, or even reaching your full potential. If the above sounds like you, we should talk. Reach out to me to explore ways in how we can work together to help you move forward. I will provide you with a safe and confidential space to discuss your struggles without judgment.

When my sister asked how I would describe myself as a counselor, I replied, "I am a professional human being". I was half-joking, but the statement was particularly self-aware. I feel that I am most authentic/effective when I am prioritizing the counselor/client relationship. I regard my clients with unconditional respect, giving him/her space to think/behave in a manner that is most congruent with their best self. For this purpose, I prefer to lead with the client's strengths of character. This sense of confidence is a source of momentum when confronting the external/internal challenges that are hindering their progress.

I firmly believe that every one of us is born with inherent worth, strengths, and gifts. Sometimes what happens to us on life’s journey interferes with our ability to see those. Sometimes our self-worth seems elusive or lacking altogether. I have a passion for helping clients reclaim that self-worth and capitalize on those valuable strengths and gifts. Whether you have been struggling with substance use, behavioral addictions, compulsive behaviors, codependency, anxiety, depression, or any of life’s challenging transitions, I would love to help you break through those self-defeating thoughts and counterproductive behaviors.

Are you feeling ready to take steps towards a happier, healthier, more balanced & authentic life? Looking for a compassionate, caring, non-judgmental therapist who is highly experienced? Are you seeking to engage in self-exploration and explore ways to truly feel better, take steps towards the life you want? Are you in search of a therapist who can help you navigate the impact of collective and individual experiences of oppression, overcome limiting conditions, change unhelpful patterns, and have better relationships with others and with yourself ? Are you interested in a deeper healing process?

Is it hard to feel good enough or worthwhile? Do you often feel lonely and disconnected? Does carrying the pain of your past feel exhausting? Has your life recently changed so much that you don't recognize it or yourself? I understand you're here because you're hurting and tired of the struggle. Your relationships with friends and loved ones are probably hurting too. I would love to help you make sense of everything that is going on and find new and compassionate ways of living.

Trauma? Infidelity? Desire personal growth? Letting go of unhealthy or destructive ways of thinking - even when we know they aren't working - can be difficult and hurtful. With support, however, even the most challenging issues can be explored and addressed to help create a clearer path to the life/relationship you choose. Every person comes to therapy with a beautifully unique cultural background and personal history. I celebrate these individual differences. Ask about my specialized training for treating trauma! I am also a Board approved Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Texas.

I have a loving, direct approach with clear communication, a relaxed, non-judgmental style creating ease in therapy, and an intuitive ability to connect and help others re-connect. I love working with people who seek to deepen themselves and have more intimate connection with their loved ones, whether that's a child, spouse, parent or other relationship. I want to know who you are, and am here to listen and to be with you exactly where you are in this process. I am here to meet you. Come. Let's explore together.