Domestic Abuse Therapists in Lago Vista, TX
My role as a Psychotherapist, is to be a guide of encouraging, supporting people to learn ways to cope and grow. I am frequently a medium to help others to learn how and when to be flexible in living a more stress free and harmonious life.
My role as a Psychotherapist, is to be a guide of encouraging, supporting people to learn ways to cope and grow. I am frequently a medium to help others to learn how and when to be flexible in living a more stress free and harmonious life.
Dr. Michael Farjellah is a decorated combat veteran, retired Army officer, Christian, husband, father, grandfather, and clinical psychologist with over 20 years in the field. He goes after the heart to battle emotional and stress management (anger, anxiety, depression), spiritual conflicts, relationship issues, sleep problems, addiction, and many other mental/physical/spiritual health areas.
"No matter how hard your circumstances are, never quit or give up! Please call, text, or email. Let's get down into the struggle, and find ways to change, accept, forgive, and move on toward the light and out of the pain."
Dr. Michael Farjellah is a decorated combat veteran, retired Army officer, Christian, husband, father, grandfather, and clinical psychologist with over 20 years in the field. He goes after the heart to battle emotional and stress management (anger, anxiety, depression), spiritual conflicts, relationship issues, sleep problems, addiction, and many other mental/physical/spiritual health areas.
"No matter how hard your circumstances are, never quit or give up! Please call, text, or email. Let's get down into the struggle, and find ways to change, accept, forgive, and move on toward the light and out of the pain."
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I have over 6 years of experience in healing survivors of abuse.
Welcome! I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts and feelings, including those difficult experiences that may have brought you shame or embarrassment in the past. Trauma can manifest in many ways, sometimes lingering in our bodies and impacting our daily lives, leading to anxiety, stress, or depression. Whether your experiences stem from chronic trauma over time or a single impactful event, we can work together to address and release these feelings. Let's embark on a journey towards healing and empowerment, so you can embrace a more fulfilling life.
I have over 6 years of experience in healing survivors of abuse.
Welcome! I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts and feelings, including those difficult experiences that may have brought you shame or embarrassment in the past. Trauma can manifest in many ways, sometimes lingering in our bodies and impacting our daily lives, leading to anxiety, stress, or depression. Whether your experiences stem from chronic trauma over time or a single impactful event, we can work together to address and release these feelings. Let's embark on a journey towards healing and empowerment, so you can embrace a more fulfilling life.
Catrina Drinning-Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling trapped in the chaos of abuse or questioning your reality after enduring narcissistic or relationship trauma?
I specialize in working with survivors of abusive relationships and trauma. Clients come to me looking for a safe, compassionate and gentle approach necessary for navigating the complexities of abusive relationships. Using EMDR and a focus on empowerment, I focus on helping you achieve your goals and we move at your own pace toward clarity and confidence.
Are you feeling trapped in the chaos of abuse or questioning your reality after enduring narcissistic or relationship trauma?
I specialize in working with survivors of abusive relationships and trauma. Clients come to me looking for a safe, compassionate and gentle approach necessary for navigating the complexities of abusive relationships. Using EMDR and a focus on empowerment, I focus on helping you achieve your goals and we move at your own pace toward clarity and confidence.
I've led stress relief sessions, facilitated art activities for pediatric patients, supported domestic violence survivors through crisis calls, and volunteered in various shelters and crisis lines.
Angela Modzelewski's ideal client seeks therapy for personal growth and healing, valuing creative expression through art. Open to diverse backgrounds, they may have experienced trauma or crisis, desiring a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Motivated for positive change, they appreciate Angela's LGBTQIA+ allyship and sex-positive perspective, seeking a therapist who celebrates individual rights and dignity.
I've led stress relief sessions, facilitated art activities for pediatric patients, supported domestic violence survivors through crisis calls, and volunteered in various shelters and crisis lines.
Angela Modzelewski's ideal client seeks therapy for personal growth and healing, valuing creative expression through art. Open to diverse backgrounds, they may have experienced trauma or crisis, desiring a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Motivated for positive change, they appreciate Angela's LGBTQIA+ allyship and sex-positive perspective, seeking a therapist who celebrates individual rights and dignity.
A Place of Peace Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a wealth of knowledge in issues related to parenting, attachment, substance abuse, trauma and child development.
My counseling style offers compassion, understanding and engaging dialog, which allow us to process through whatever problems you may be facing. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and dignity because that is what you deserve. I am here to offer guidance, reflection and truly walking with you along your journey.
I have a wealth of knowledge in issues related to parenting, attachment, substance abuse, trauma and child development.
My counseling style offers compassion, understanding and engaging dialog, which allow us to process through whatever problems you may be facing. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and dignity because that is what you deserve. I am here to offer guidance, reflection and truly walking with you along your journey.
I have worked primarily with POC and other American Cultural Minority populations, including South Asian survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQIA+, and many others.
My approach to the therapy space is eclectic, borrowing from many different schools of psychology, each of which shares a common belief in the ultimate ability to empower the innate strength and goodness present in all of us. The schools that I most commonly pull from are Humanism, Gestalt Psychology, and Social Work Systems theories.
I have worked primarily with POC and other American Cultural Minority populations, including South Asian survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQIA+, and many others.
My approach to the therapy space is eclectic, borrowing from many different schools of psychology, each of which shares a common belief in the ultimate ability to empower the innate strength and goodness present in all of us. The schools that I most commonly pull from are Humanism, Gestalt Psychology, and Social Work Systems theories.
I’ve worked with adolescents, adults, seniors, and the LGBTQ community to address issues including trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and various personality disorders.
I received my doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. I utilize behavioral approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based methods to equip clients with the skills they need to manage life’s challenges.
I’ve worked with adolescents, adults, seniors, and the LGBTQ community to address issues including trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and various personality disorders.
I received my doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. I utilize behavioral approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based methods to equip clients with the skills they need to manage life’s challenges.
My practice is dedicated to helping those whose behaviors are not aligned with their beliefs about themselves, including both survivors of abuse and those seeking to change harmful patterns, with a focus on healing.
In our initial sessions, we’ll look back at past and present relationships and behaviors, and collaborate on creating goals that feel meaningful and achievable to you. I believe everyone deserves to feel healthy, respected, and safe in their relationships, and I am passionate about helping you create lasting change.
My practice is dedicated to helping those whose behaviors are not aligned with their beliefs about themselves, including both survivors of abuse and those seeking to change harmful patterns, with a focus on healing.
In our initial sessions, we’ll look back at past and present relationships and behaviors, and collaborate on creating goals that feel meaningful and achievable to you. I believe everyone deserves to feel healthy, respected, and safe in their relationships, and I am passionate about helping you create lasting change.
My experience includes supporting children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds, including survivors of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.
Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, and therapy serves as a vital support system for navigating its challenges. Whether it's relational conflicts, career transitions, loss, generational and cultural differences, marital stress, or retirement, these experiences can be overwhelming. Therapy provides a compassionate space to process emotions, heal, and foster personal growth. Addressing childhood experiences and past traumas is a key step toward resilience and self-discovery.
My experience includes supporting children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds, including survivors of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.
Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, and therapy serves as a vital support system for navigating its challenges. Whether it's relational conflicts, career transitions, loss, generational and cultural differences, marital stress, or retirement, these experiences can be overwhelming. Therapy provides a compassionate space to process emotions, heal, and foster personal growth. Addressing childhood experiences and past traumas is a key step toward resilience and self-discovery.
Penny Kruger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
She has been practicing clinical social work for 27 years at all levels of clinical care with a variety of clinical areas including mood disorders, sexual trauma, sexual compulsivity, domestic violence offender treatment, and personality disorders.
She is currently an affiliate faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Health Services at The University of Texas at Austin’s Dell Medical School where she teaches the psychiatric residents and social workers about DBT.
She has been practicing clinical social work for 27 years at all levels of clinical care with a variety of clinical areas including mood disorders, sexual trauma, sexual compulsivity, domestic violence offender treatment, and personality disorders.
She is currently an affiliate faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Health Services at The University of Texas at Austin’s Dell Medical School where she teaches the psychiatric residents and social workers about DBT.
I have experience in helping client's that suffer from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, phobias, trauma, and the effects of domestic abuse.
My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental, combining evidence-based therapies with a compassionate and personalized approach. I believe in empowering clients to take control of their mental health and well-being, and I am committed to helping them achieve their goals.
I have experience in helping client's that suffer from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, phobias, trauma, and the effects of domestic abuse.
My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental, combining evidence-based therapies with a compassionate and personalized approach. I believe in empowering clients to take control of their mental health and well-being, and I am committed to helping them achieve their goals.
I specialize in individuals who have experienced domestic violence, and I take a keen interest in those who have experienced human trafficking.
By using principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I am able to help you identify values that you want to live by, and the actions you would take to live out those values. Despite your mental and emotional struggles, we learn how to build resilience together so that you can live the life you deserve.
I specialize in individuals who have experienced domestic violence, and I take a keen interest in those who have experienced human trafficking.
By using principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I am able to help you identify values that you want to live by, and the actions you would take to live out those values. Despite your mental and emotional struggles, we learn how to build resilience together so that you can live the life you deserve.
I specialize as a trauma therapist, specifically working with clients with domestic violence, sexual assault and other trauma history.
My ideal client is any person wanting to work on themselves, regardless of what brought you here. Most of my clients have a goal of feeling in control of themselves and their lives.
I specialize as a trauma therapist, specifically working with clients with domestic violence, sexual assault and other trauma history.
My ideal client is any person wanting to work on themselves, regardless of what brought you here. Most of my clients have a goal of feeling in control of themselves and their lives.
I work with adults and specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, bipolar disorders, domestic violence, HIV/AIDS-related worries, men's issues, and much more.
I earned my Master's degree in Psychology from West Texas A&M University. My lived experience, combined with my clinical background, forms the foundation of my greatest superpowers—empathy and compassion.
I work with adults and specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, bipolar disorders, domestic violence, HIV/AIDS-related worries, men's issues, and much more.
I earned my Master's degree in Psychology from West Texas A&M University. My lived experience, combined with my clinical background, forms the foundation of my greatest superpowers—empathy and compassion.
Steffanie Shea Strawbridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
A few areas that I specialize in are Attachment issues, Adoption, Kinship Care, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Behavioral Issues in children, and general Trauma.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I see the role of a therapist as someone who dives into the deep end of your emotions/problems and helps guide you on how to swim your way out. I will be there if you start to drown to help keep your head above water, but I will also help you develop the skills to get out of the deep end and know how to navigate it should you end up there again.
A few areas that I specialize in are Attachment issues, Adoption, Kinship Care, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Behavioral Issues in children, and general Trauma.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I see the role of a therapist as someone who dives into the deep end of your emotions/problems and helps guide you on how to swim your way out. I will be there if you start to drown to help keep your head above water, but I will also help you develop the skills to get out of the deep end and know how to navigate it should you end up there again.
I have worked 10 years with adults and children who have experienced trauma, abuse, depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting, self-esteem, self-confidence, boundary, and communication issues.
Do you find yourself looking to have better days or more hope? I am here to provide support for the issues and goals you are pursuing through counseling. I want to work with you to listen, challenge, and explore ways that help you move you toward the goals that you choose.
I have worked 10 years with adults and children who have experienced trauma, abuse, depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting, self-esteem, self-confidence, boundary, and communication issues.
Do you find yourself looking to have better days or more hope? I am here to provide support for the issues and goals you are pursuing through counseling. I want to work with you to listen, challenge, and explore ways that help you move you toward the goals that you choose.
Melanie Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
I have extensive professional experience related to various forms of domestic violence, including verbal, emotional and psychological abuse.
I counsel adults ages 18 and older, and adolescents ages 14 to 17. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
I have extensive professional experience related to various forms of domestic violence, including verbal, emotional and psychological abuse.
I counsel adults ages 18 and older, and adolescents ages 14 to 17. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Amanda specializes in trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, grief/loss, depression, and anxiety.
Amanda primarily utilizes dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She uses DBT and CBT with other modalities to meet each client's individual needs. Amanda is currently a doctoral student at Walden University studying Counselor Education and Supervision. She is expected to graduate with a Ph.D. in December 2025.
Amanda specializes in trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, grief/loss, depression, and anxiety.
Amanda primarily utilizes dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She uses DBT and CBT with other modalities to meet each client's individual needs. Amanda is currently a doctoral student at Walden University studying Counselor Education and Supervision. She is expected to graduate with a Ph.D. in December 2025.
Ailyn Corchado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCDC, CCAIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
With both professional expertise and lived experience, I am passionate about supporting teens and adults navigating substance abuse, childhood sexual abuse, OCD, and anxiety disorders.
Facing anxiety, OCD, trauma, or substance use can feel overwhelming. I know how hard it is to take the first step, and I’m here to help. My approach is clear: we’ll work together to develop practical tools and strategies that align with your goals, helping you regain control and move forward with confidence. I’m a bilingual counselor specialized in supporting adults and teens, using evidence-based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and trauma-focused interventions. Whether you're looking to address specific challenges or build resilience, our work will be tailored to fit your unique needs.
With both professional expertise and lived experience, I am passionate about supporting teens and adults navigating substance abuse, childhood sexual abuse, OCD, and anxiety disorders.
Facing anxiety, OCD, trauma, or substance use can feel overwhelming. I know how hard it is to take the first step, and I’m here to help. My approach is clear: we’ll work together to develop practical tools and strategies that align with your goals, helping you regain control and move forward with confidence. I’m a bilingual counselor specialized in supporting adults and teens, using evidence-based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and trauma-focused interventions. Whether you're looking to address specific challenges or build resilience, our work will be tailored to fit your unique needs.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.