Therapists in Sunset Valley, TX

A therapeutic alliance is the only relationship that can be completely about you and judgment free. This gives you the opportunity and emotional space to uncover and work through unhelpful patterns that you have learned as a means of survival. The good news is that you no longer have to merely survive. Through our work together, we will create new patterns of coping that will help you thrive in all areas of your life.

Hey, howdy, hi! :) I’m very happy you’re here. Life can be challenging at times and it can be extremely difficult when deciding to start therapy for you or your child. Give yourself a pat on the back for at least even researching therapy options. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. I believe counseling can be beneficial for anyone at any point in their life, young or old. It’s okay to ask for help, even counselors need counselors. My desire is to provide the safe and accepting space you or your child needs to take the lead and process what is on their heart and mind.

I believe that change happens within the context of healing relationships. I provide guidance for my clients to heal from the impact of stressful or traumatic life circumstances by forming healthy connections with themselves and others. I am trained in trauma-informed, attachment-based therapy including sand-tray therapy and play therapy. I am certified in EMDR - a way to reprocess old memories which can help the brain form new positive neural pathways, which can lead to increased self-regulation, calmer responses to stress, and greater authenticity in relationships.

At Pediatric Psychotherapy Associates, we believe in providing a safe, nurturing and effective psychotherapy to children, adolescents and their families-clients who are in crisis or major life transitions. We work very closely with other specialists out in the community to provide the best continuity of care for our clients, such as pediatricians, child psychiatrists, school counselors, OT/PT's and therapeutic tutors at Smiles-Tutoring (cl314516.wixsite.com/smilestutoring). If we can be of help to you or someone you care about, please call or email us today for more information or to make an appointment with one of our counselors.

My passion is to come alongside clients on the journey into their true potential. This may involve correcting negative beliefs formed in the past such as "unlovable, unworthy, never enough" and learning to cope with feelings of discomfort, loneliness, and overwhelmed. Helping adult children of addicted and dysfunctional families find their way into deeper meaningful connections while letting go of codependent behaviors and building boundaries remains close to my heart. I believe clients of all stages, gender, background, nationality, and sexual identity deserve hope and healing and feel honored to journey with you.

Stress is a natural result of facing life's challenges and necessary for growth. Finding balance allows us to manage stress. With 34 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families, I can help you and those you love navigate the journey of growth and self-discovery, develop and prioritize strategies for achieving your goals and find balance. I start by performing a solution-focused interview to identify and build upon your unique strengths and resources. I have faith in the perseverance of the human spirit, given the right amount of time, support and the necessary tools.

From the outside it looks like you have it all figured out, but on the inside you’re feeling insecure and anxious. You’ve realized you might want to make some changes and prioritize your mental health and I'm so happy you're here! You might also feel isolated and lost. If you have trauma from your family of origin or have lost loved ones you might be feeling especially alone. You are not alone. I work with lots of folks who are going through similar things. Isolation, depression, and anxiety are especially common even in those who look like they have it all together and I'm here to help you make it through.

Are you suffering from crippling depression or anxiety? Are you going through a major life transition like changing careers, divorce, or other loss? Maybe you're battling habitual patterns that keep getting in your way no matter how many times you've tried to change things on your own. We believe that therapy can provide you with the means to face the hardest of life's challenges. Having a space to be heard and learning to better understand your problems can be the key that helps you to move forward. It provides a new perspective, as well as tools to better manage problems well after therapy is complete.

Life might have thrown you a new curveball that has gotten you off balance. OR nothing big has happened, but feelings of being stuck have emerged from somewhere. Psychotherapy offers you a safe place to make changes to old patterns that hold you back. I can help you navigate the uncharted path & assist in developing the insights & skills you need to thrive in life. Therapy works best when we collaborate toward created goals in a respectful & affirming setting. Our work involves identifying & working through unhealthy relationship patterns, helping to change the way you think to improve the way you feel, in order to live your life.

Struggle is a part of life, but our struggles can often make life feel overwhelming, stifling, or meaningless. It’s all too easy to get stuck in patterns of living and relating that feel like endless repetitions of old models that seem to generate more problems than they solve. Whether your goal is healing from traumas, improving relationships, addressing complex mental health concerns, or striving for a deeper and more meaningful understanding of life and yourself, I believe that therapy can be an invaluable tool for exploration, healing, and growth.

Welcome to my practice. I thoroughly enjoy my work and thrive in helping people develop healthy, productive, and satisfying lives and relationships. I strive to create a welcoming environment where children, adolescents and adults feel comfortable exploring ways to achieve their goals. Research has shown that one of the most important aspects of change in therapy lies within the therapeutic relationship, so the benefits received from therapy are directly related to feelings of comfort and connection with a therapist. I consider my role as a therapist to be a privilege and will work to ensure you receive services best suited for you.

We are a group of talented and experienced mental health clinicians that provides counseling and medication management all across Austin and greater Texas. We have offices in West Lake Hills, Georgetown, and Dripping Springs. We also provide telehealth service anywhere in Texas.

Regardless of what led you here, congratulations on taking this big step towards your healing and growth. I believe that if we’ve been hurt in relationship, we can heal through relationship. My hope is that our journey together will help you gain clarity and tools for reaching your goals and becoming the best version of yourself. While I work with a variety of issues, I specialize in trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression + relational issues.

Each day presents us with a unique opportunity to create the lives that we want and you truly have the power to shape important aspects of your life experience. A main focus of our work together will be on maximizing your internal gifts so that you can develop into the best version of yourself to date. It's time to take back control over the things that burden you and begin enjoying your life again. When we know better, we do better so call for an appointment today!

Congratulations on your journey towards healing and a full life. I invite you to learn a bit more about my practice and the path I have taken to join you. I strive to provide a safe environment for clients to become in touch with their agency, while experiencing difficult life situations. Most of my work is done in the context of the parent/child relationship, when working with young children and families. With individuals and couples, I allow clients to identify their inner strength and insight to foster personal growth, or develop deep meaningful relationships.

Does your heart break watching your teen struggle? How about seeing them experiencing anxiety or low self-esteem? Does your child push you away and want more independence? My teenage and young adult sessions can help you and your family develop positive attitudes towards life's most complex growing pains. Our goals will be personalized and focus on what can be cultivated so we can move through these difficult times together. I specialize in working with teens and young adults to become more confident, less stressed, and empowered to cope with the challenges in their lives. I do offer telehealth.