Therapists in Austin, TX

Are you feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or kind of lost? You don't have to deal with your struggles alone. I would love to hear your story and walk beside you on your journey to change and personal growth. I consider it a great privilege to be a part of the uniqueness of your inner world. I believe you are the expert in your own life and are already equipped with the capacity to heal. My goal is to provide you with a safe, compassionate, and accepting environment for you to comfortably share your thoughts and feelings.

I work to create a highly collaborative and empowering relationship in therapy which emphasizes resilience, empowerment, and the ability to heal at any stage of life from experiences of trauma and abuse. My approach emphasizes in-depth exploration of mental health challenges with compassion and curiosity to not only manage symptoms of mental illness but also to identify and address the core emotional wounds underlying many of our most common mental health struggles. We work together to integrate the body, emotions, and mind to maximize a holistic approach to therapy and healing work.

I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language. I usually see clients who experience anxiety, depression, and other diagnoses. I am particularly interested in working with clients who experience grief, domestic violence, relationship issues, and boundary challenges. I am working on getting a certification to become a financial therapist using the CBT approach (it is a new field)! I serve Washington, Utah, Colorado, Texas, Maryland, and New Jersey.

I believe we all have good intentions. I've been working in counseling for 15 years, and I've found that everyone is trying to do what they feel is right. Unfortunately, experiences that shaped us and the environment in which we were raised can lead us to question what we believe to be right. This confusion can lead to depression, anxiety, attention deficit, and addiction. I love working with clients who know what they want to do and who they want to be, but are struggling to make that happen. Contact me. Let's work together to create your best, most authentic self.

I have been a licensed MFT since 1995 and have dealt with all types of personal issues and challenges for individuals, couples, and families. Our first task is to identify the need..what brings you to counseling and how can we together achieve your goals for your life. You are not defective because you need some support and help. I have also sought therapy at various times in my own life, and understand the challenges and fears of seeking support. I promise to listen carefully, respond respectfully, and journey with you until your goals are achieved. If I can help, I would feel honored to be invited into your life story.

You’re so busy taking care of everyone around you there’s no time or energy left for you. Despite this, you struggle with feeling like you aren’t doing enough. You’ve tried to manage things on your own but feel like nothing is helping. There’s this powerlessness that keeps creeping in and this gray cloud hanging over your every move. Feeling this way is impacting your relationships, work, and life. You know something has to change. Imagine the ability to be present with the people you love and the confidence to live the life you always pictured. I have helped my clients achieve this, and you can too.

My passion is creating a culture of acceptance and comfort around therapy and taking care of our mental health. Maintaining our mental and emotional health is as important as maintaining our physical health. I believe that healing begins with the individual and I empower clients to use their internal resilience and strength to achieve the change they want. When working with clients, I use a variety of theories and techniques to better guide them along all phases of their therapeutic journey.

I aim to provide a warm, judgment-free space that encourages people to achieve the growth and change they want in their lives. I specialize in relationship health, but also work with clients experiencing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, and identity issues. Working together, we will continually center therapy to meet you where you need.

I now provide counseling exclusively by video chat. Give me a call and we can talk about how this works and make sure its a good fit for you! I work with adults and teenagers, and I specialize in working with individuals who live and work creatively. Many of my clients are musicians, writers, artists, actors, dancers, either professionally or for enjoyment. I believe that a person's creative voice is often a powerful force in working through pain and suffering. I also have extensive experience working with college students and young adults, helping my clients to feel more sure of their identity and purpose.

Making your way through this fast-paced world of modern existence can be a daunting endeavor. As a human being, you are guaranteed to experience times where it becomes difficult to express your authentic self, navigate relationships, and pursue your life's passions. Once these moments of turmoil and uncertainty have piled up, it's entirely human to feel stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. Finding a validating space where you can safely explore the complexities of your life is essential to reconnecting with your inner wisdom. You can expect me to be affirming, emotionally engaged, and real throughout our time together.

Are you ready to fully connect to your life force and thrive? When we lose contact with our true nature, with who we really are as creative beings, we may generally perceive the world as dangerous and believe that people just can’t trust one another. If we are a good fit, I will support you in reclaiming faith in yourself, others, and the universe by tapping into the innate intelligence of your gut, heart, and mind centers. You are not alone! I am here to support you in finding your way back to your authentic Self. Contact me, if you are ready to play an active role in your healing.

Finding the right therapist can be like choosing among healthcare plans or tax preparation options...a tedious necessity in trying to meet your particular needs. 17 years of professional and clinical experience has helped me refine service to men, women and couples addressing life's most complicating issues (infidelity, sexual compulsivity, PTSD, communication problems...). Based on your assessed needs, our work together will be sensible, practical and results-oriented. I believe you and your relationships can find relief, recover and even thrive in the midst of debilitating challenges.

Committing to therapy is not easy and sometimes it takes a few tries before finding a therapist that "clicks". This can be true if you're looking for a therapist for yourself, and definitely true if you're trying to find someone to work with your "little one". Whether the hurdle is finding someone to help you overcome moments of anxiety or depression or helping your child/teen learn appropriate coping skills for some challenging behaviors, I hope we can work together so you/your child can live their best life.

I am a board certified forensic psychologist, and my psychology practice focuses on evaluation and consultation. I conduct forensic psychological evaluations for the courts in both criminal and civil matters on issues including competency to stand trial, capacity to waive Miranda rights, criminal responsibility ("insanity") and other mental health defenses, risk assessment, mitigation, personal injury, disability claims, fitness for duty, diagnostic clarification, and malingering/response styles. I DO NOT conduct child custody evaluations or other evaluations for family court.

Are you looking for an inclusive and culturally conscious therapist? Many of the concerns that clients bring up in therapy often involve challenges related to their identities (e.g., race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, body size, etc.) and/or moving through a world that oppresses them. When describing their previous experiences in therapy, many clients have expressed things to me like, “my therapist just didn’t get me", and as a result, have been unintentionally harmed by assumptions or comments made by previous therapists. As part of my practice, it’s important to me that I hold a deep respect for your worldview and experiences.