Trauma and PTSD Therapists in West Lake Hills, TX
Shannon Stern
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I am an EMDR Trained therapist, and currently conducting EMDR therapy for those who have trauma symptoms, or wish to experience deeper transformation by changing negative core beliefs.
Don't let TikTok be your only therapist. It's easy to fall into a rabbit hole trying to figure out "what's wrong" with us when in reality, we just need to better understand our inner world. There's nothing wrong with you, I promise! While talk therapy can offer tools, support, and accountability to find connection and insight, EMDR therapy can offer immediate relief, change, and healing. (Both are wonderful options!). But, if you are tired of feeling like you are getting in your own way, or still confused as to why you randomly feel anxious or look down on yourself, give EMDR a try. You might be surprised how effective it is.
I am an EMDR Trained therapist, and currently conducting EMDR therapy for those who have trauma symptoms, or wish to experience deeper transformation by changing negative core beliefs.
Don't let TikTok be your only therapist. It's easy to fall into a rabbit hole trying to figure out "what's wrong" with us when in reality, we just need to better understand our inner world. There's nothing wrong with you, I promise! While talk therapy can offer tools, support, and accountability to find connection and insight, EMDR therapy can offer immediate relief, change, and healing. (Both are wonderful options!). But, if you are tired of feeling like you are getting in your own way, or still confused as to why you randomly feel anxious or look down on yourself, give EMDR a try. You might be surprised how effective it is.
Caileigh Chadwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I specialize in going beyond traditional talk therapy to help adults and adolescents dealing with a range of concerns, including trauma, grief/loss, relationship issues, communication, perfectionism, self-esteem, chronic health issues, depression, anxiety, marital/couples issues, disconnection from self and emotions, and managing life stressors.
Do you feel trapped in patterns that no longer serve you? Do you feel disconnected from yourself, others, or in your relationship? Are there old wounds showing up in the present? Are you struggling with relationships and not quite sure why? When we encounter trauma or adverse experiences, we often find ourselves stuck in unhealthy cycles as a way of shielding ourselves from reliving that pain. Together, we will approach the difficulties you're facing with compassion, fostering lasting transformation. My therapeutic style is warm and relational.
I specialize in going beyond traditional talk therapy to help adults and adolescents dealing with a range of concerns, including trauma, grief/loss, relationship issues, communication, perfectionism, self-esteem, chronic health issues, depression, anxiety, marital/couples issues, disconnection from self and emotions, and managing life stressors.
Do you feel trapped in patterns that no longer serve you? Do you feel disconnected from yourself, others, or in your relationship? Are there old wounds showing up in the present? Are you struggling with relationships and not quite sure why? When we encounter trauma or adverse experiences, we often find ourselves stuck in unhealthy cycles as a way of shielding ourselves from reliving that pain. Together, we will approach the difficulties you're facing with compassion, fostering lasting transformation. My therapeutic style is warm and relational.
Amy C. Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I have spent many years working with trauma survivors and with individuals and families dealing with substance use issues.
My work supports all people to find their best selves. Whether this is your first time in a therapeutic setting or you are experienced, I honor the courage it takes to start a journey of vulnerability. What I enjoy most about the therapeutic relationship is that I am just as human as you are! Clients have found me down-to-earth, non-judgmental, and genuinely invested in their well-being. As a social worker and therapist, I strive to empower each person to identify their own strengths and contributions, as well as skills to cope with challenges necessary for accomplishing their personal goals.
I have spent many years working with trauma survivors and with individuals and families dealing with substance use issues.
My work supports all people to find their best selves. Whether this is your first time in a therapeutic setting or you are experienced, I honor the courage it takes to start a journey of vulnerability. What I enjoy most about the therapeutic relationship is that I am just as human as you are! Clients have found me down-to-earth, non-judgmental, and genuinely invested in their well-being. As a social worker and therapist, I strive to empower each person to identify their own strengths and contributions, as well as skills to cope with challenges necessary for accomplishing their personal goals.
Dr. Tina Adkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
especially when you have a history of trauma.
Perhaps you’ve been struggling with a history of family trauma, or you are currently dealing with difficult and stressful relationship issues with a partner, family members or your children. Maybe you are going through a tough life transition and are trying to discover not only who you are, but why you feel so different or are filled with sadness or anxiety. Maybe you have a secret or are haunted by something from your past and you need a safe place/relationship where you can be your authentic self.
especially when you have a history of trauma.
Perhaps you’ve been struggling with a history of family trauma, or you are currently dealing with difficult and stressful relationship issues with a partner, family members or your children. Maybe you are going through a tough life transition and are trying to discover not only who you are, but why you feel so different or are filled with sadness or anxiety. Maybe you have a secret or are haunted by something from your past and you need a safe place/relationship where you can be your authentic self.
Andrea Rábago
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
As a multi-licensed relationship therapist, I specialize in helping individuals heal from complex trauma, empath/narcissism spectrum, & PTSD symptoms.
I work closely with Highly Sensitive People, Austin spectrum, medical personnel, first responders, & those seeking to restore nervous system capacity, enhance Self understanding & experience intimate, grounded, & growth oriented relationships. My focus areas also include conscious integration, psychedelic preparation & integration, addiction recovery, & trauma resolution PTSD & C PTSD. Let's develop space together for you to relax, restore, explore, & prioritize what matters most in your life.
As a multi-licensed relationship therapist, I specialize in helping individuals heal from complex trauma, empath/narcissism spectrum, & PTSD symptoms.
I work closely with Highly Sensitive People, Austin spectrum, medical personnel, first responders, & those seeking to restore nervous system capacity, enhance Self understanding & experience intimate, grounded, & growth oriented relationships. My focus areas also include conscious integration, psychedelic preparation & integration, addiction recovery, & trauma resolution PTSD & C PTSD. Let's develop space together for you to relax, restore, explore, & prioritize what matters most in your life.
Jessica Chavarria
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
My approach utilizes client-centered, cognitive behavior, and trauma-informed therapy to address your needs.
Life can be difficult sometimes for teens, adults, and parents. Childhood trauma, breaking generational cycles, or sudden life events can make us feel alone and unable to face our fears. This emotional pain can bring symptoms of depression and anxiety, cause a change in behavior and sleep or cause family conflict. You may ask yourself why did this happen to me? Or will I ever feel like myself? It all can feel overwhelming! As your therapist, I will walk with you as you process these changes to heal, grow, and empower yourself.
My approach utilizes client-centered, cognitive behavior, and trauma-informed therapy to address your needs.
Life can be difficult sometimes for teens, adults, and parents. Childhood trauma, breaking generational cycles, or sudden life events can make us feel alone and unable to face our fears. This emotional pain can bring symptoms of depression and anxiety, cause a change in behavior and sleep or cause family conflict. You may ask yourself why did this happen to me? Or will I ever feel like myself? It all can feel overwhelming! As your therapist, I will walk with you as you process these changes to heal, grow, and empower yourself.
Harmony Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I integrate relational, trauma-informed therapies in order to facilitate conditions that allow for mind-body healing through connection to your sense of self.
Do you feel anxious or conflicted about your relationships? You may feel persistently misunderstood, increasingly stressed, or overwhelmed. You don't have to carry this alone. I am passionate about supporting adults in lessening the impact of past painful events and abuse. Many of the clients I work with have experienced complicated childhoods, abusive relationships, sexual assault, chronic stress, and other distressing issues. Together, we can identify and process painful emotional patterns in order to navigate life from a more self-empowered perspective.
I integrate relational, trauma-informed therapies in order to facilitate conditions that allow for mind-body healing through connection to your sense of self.
Do you feel anxious or conflicted about your relationships? You may feel persistently misunderstood, increasingly stressed, or overwhelmed. You don't have to carry this alone. I am passionate about supporting adults in lessening the impact of past painful events and abuse. Many of the clients I work with have experienced complicated childhoods, abusive relationships, sexual assault, chronic stress, and other distressing issues. Together, we can identify and process painful emotional patterns in order to navigate life from a more self-empowered perspective.
Ellen Pace
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or difficulty in relationships? Have you tried therapy, but not gotten the results you desire? The cause could be unresolved trauma that is blocking your ability to move forward. Our past can contaminate the present, which causes our future to replicate our past, leaving one stuck. Do you and your partner struggle discussing issues, feel disconnected, or are drifting apart? The failure to communicate is the greatest cause of marital problems. Using Gottman Couples Therapy, I will help you learn effective skills to manage conflict and find new meaning in your relationships.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or difficulty in relationships? Have you tried therapy, but not gotten the results you desire? The cause could be unresolved trauma that is blocking your ability to move forward. Our past can contaminate the present, which causes our future to replicate our past, leaving one stuck. Do you and your partner struggle discussing issues, feel disconnected, or are drifting apart? The failure to communicate is the greatest cause of marital problems. Using Gottman Couples Therapy, I will help you learn effective skills to manage conflict and find new meaning in your relationships.
My goal is to make myself irrelevant to you as quickly as possible, and to help you reclaim your life from anxiety, PTSD, or OCD!.
If you are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or related conditions, I am passionate about helping you to change your life. I received my PhD & MA in clinical psychology from UT Austin, specializing in anxiety disorder research and treatment. I seek to provide a safe, warm, and affirming environment where your individual experience is validated. However, I do not believe that warmth alone is enough for competent treatment. When finding a doctor to treat a broken arm you certainly want a provider who is kind, but unfortunately even the most empathetic doctor will be ineffective if they do not know how to cast an arm!
My goal is to make myself irrelevant to you as quickly as possible, and to help you reclaim your life from anxiety, PTSD, or OCD!.
If you are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or related conditions, I am passionate about helping you to change your life. I received my PhD & MA in clinical psychology from UT Austin, specializing in anxiety disorder research and treatment. I seek to provide a safe, warm, and affirming environment where your individual experience is validated. However, I do not believe that warmth alone is enough for competent treatment. When finding a doctor to treat a broken arm you certainly want a provider who is kind, but unfortunately even the most empathetic doctor will be ineffective if they do not know how to cast an arm!
Michelle Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCDC, SIP, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
My Specialties: 1) Addiction & Recovery 2) Trauma & PTSD 3) Grief & Loss.
No matter what brings you to therapy, I work with you to identify and heal any barriers or trauma responses in your life today. I address client needs from the inside-out by honoring all dimensions of body, mind, energy, emotions, and spirit. Learn to holistically capitalize on the healing power with mindful and intentional exploration. Our work can help guide you towards your deepest truths and help you clarify the next phase in your life. I offer a deeply human approach to therapy by connecting inner healing to the wisdom of your own intuition and the neurobiology of your brain.
My Specialties: 1) Addiction & Recovery 2) Trauma & PTSD 3) Grief & Loss.
No matter what brings you to therapy, I work with you to identify and heal any barriers or trauma responses in your life today. I address client needs from the inside-out by honoring all dimensions of body, mind, energy, emotions, and spirit. Learn to holistically capitalize on the healing power with mindful and intentional exploration. Our work can help guide you towards your deepest truths and help you clarify the next phase in your life. I offer a deeply human approach to therapy by connecting inner healing to the wisdom of your own intuition and the neurobiology of your brain.
Ashley Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, CPC, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I work with those who are healing from trauma, PTSD/C PTSD, anxiety, depression and marital intimacy issues.
Is your stress level through the roof? Do you feel exhausted, but yet you can’t sleep? Overwhelmed with worry or frustration? Are your relationships on edge? Or do you feel "stuck"? It's easy to lose your focus, your joy and your presence when you are inundated with stress and overwhelming emotion. I work with clients wanting to move beyond emotional pain from their past. By doing this, we improve relationships, increase self-esteem, and build resilience.
I work with those who are healing from trauma, PTSD/C PTSD, anxiety, depression and marital intimacy issues.
Is your stress level through the roof? Do you feel exhausted, but yet you can’t sleep? Overwhelmed with worry or frustration? Are your relationships on edge? Or do you feel "stuck"? It's easy to lose your focus, your joy and your presence when you are inundated with stress and overwhelming emotion. I work with clients wanting to move beyond emotional pain from their past. By doing this, we improve relationships, increase self-esteem, and build resilience.
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My experience has been working with children, teens, families, and young adults who have worked on behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes. When it feels appropriate we can focus on the present feeling while simultaneously exploring the past and future. Furthermore, we can work together to develop coping skills and tools to manage day-to-day life.
My experience has been working with children, teens, families, and young adults who have worked on behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes. When it feels appropriate we can focus on the present feeling while simultaneously exploring the past and future. Furthermore, we can work together to develop coping skills and tools to manage day-to-day life.
Joan Clayton
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
Although anxiety, depression, and trauma may be prevailing concerns, specific issues can also interfere with day to day functioning: “Why am I so angry.
Seeking professional help is a significant and empowering personal decision. It’s an opportunity to sort through troubling thoughts and feelings, overcome obstacles, and search for new solutions and pathways for positive change and growth. It’s an acknowledgement of the desire and need to look at one’s life from a different perspective. I believe one of the most important components for guiding clients through this process is the establishment of a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. Within this framework, I strive to offer understanding, reassurance, acceptance, and hope.
Although anxiety, depression, and trauma may be prevailing concerns, specific issues can also interfere with day to day functioning: “Why am I so angry.
Seeking professional help is a significant and empowering personal decision. It’s an opportunity to sort through troubling thoughts and feelings, overcome obstacles, and search for new solutions and pathways for positive change and growth. It’s an acknowledgement of the desire and need to look at one’s life from a different perspective. I believe one of the most important components for guiding clients through this process is the establishment of a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. Within this framework, I strive to offer understanding, reassurance, acceptance, and hope.
Brianda Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Hello and welcome! I’m Brianda, a fully licensed, bilingual therapist in Texas, providing counseling for preteens, teens, young adults, and adults. My office is in Austin, TX, and I offer flexible scheduling with morning, evening, and weekend appointments. I specialize in anxiety and depression, identity issues, and navigating life transitions. My goal is to ensure you leave each session feeling understood, validated, and supported. If you’re looking to work through feelings of shame and guilt, manage anger more effectively, or explore generational trauma, you’ll appreciate my non-judgmental approach to therapy.
Hello and welcome! I’m Brianda, a fully licensed, bilingual therapist in Texas, providing counseling for preteens, teens, young adults, and adults. My office is in Austin, TX, and I offer flexible scheduling with morning, evening, and weekend appointments. I specialize in anxiety and depression, identity issues, and navigating life transitions. My goal is to ensure you leave each session feeling understood, validated, and supported. If you’re looking to work through feelings of shame and guilt, manage anger more effectively, or explore generational trauma, you’ll appreciate my non-judgmental approach to therapy.
Laura Babineau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I am passionate about supporting people who are experiencing grief and recovering from trauma. Everyone experiences grief differently, but my personal experience with grief and trauma informs my work and allows me to approach it from a place of empathy and understanding. My years of experience have taught me that working with a client’s natural strengths can help promote lasting healing and change. I make every effort to create a partnership in which clients feel seen, understood, and supported. In addition to helping clients learn useful coping strategies, I am a trained and experienced EMDR practitioner.
I am passionate about supporting people who are experiencing grief and recovering from trauma. Everyone experiences grief differently, but my personal experience with grief and trauma informs my work and allows me to approach it from a place of empathy and understanding. My years of experience have taught me that working with a client’s natural strengths can help promote lasting healing and change. I make every effort to create a partnership in which clients feel seen, understood, and supported. In addition to helping clients learn useful coping strategies, I am a trained and experienced EMDR practitioner.
Senna Marie Shehadeh
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, LCDC-A, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Do you feel you must prove to the world you have it all together? The “ideal” career, life, social circle, and family; but deep down anxiety, infertility, trauma, relationship issues, school, or career difficulties are plaguing your mind? I empathize with your struggles and will work diligently with you to free yourself of the heavy burdens you are carrying.
Now accepting adolescent clients - Change can occur at any time, it is never "too late.” I will offer an integrated approach that allows the blending of therapeutic tools from a variety of disciplines. Providing you an inviting and non-judgmental environment, using evidence-based treatment methods, while ensuring a holistic approach where all bases are covered including physical fitness and nutrition. Recognizing each client's uniqueness, a customized tailored approach will ensure your specific needs are met. My promise to you is a space where you can feel safe and at ease, in a comfortable office setting (telehealth available).
Do you feel you must prove to the world you have it all together? The “ideal” career, life, social circle, and family; but deep down anxiety, infertility, trauma, relationship issues, school, or career difficulties are plaguing your mind? I empathize with your struggles and will work diligently with you to free yourself of the heavy burdens you are carrying.
Now accepting adolescent clients - Change can occur at any time, it is never "too late.” I will offer an integrated approach that allows the blending of therapeutic tools from a variety of disciplines. Providing you an inviting and non-judgmental environment, using evidence-based treatment methods, while ensuring a holistic approach where all bases are covered including physical fitness and nutrition. Recognizing each client's uniqueness, a customized tailored approach will ensure your specific needs are met. My promise to you is a space where you can feel safe and at ease, in a comfortable office setting (telehealth available).
Caroline Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I have experience working with anxiety and general stress management, depression, family of origin/identity work, grief and loss (including non-death loss), life transitions, shame and self-doubt, substance use, and trauma processing and recovery.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and humanistic, focused on the unique human experience of each individual. I deeply value authenticity and prioritize cultivating genuine relationships with my clients. I work with adults who want to live more freely and fully, whether you are experiencing a diagnosable mental health condition such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD, or are simply ready to incite positive change or become unstuck from hard-wired, unconscious patterns in your life.
I have experience working with anxiety and general stress management, depression, family of origin/identity work, grief and loss (including non-death loss), life transitions, shame and self-doubt, substance use, and trauma processing and recovery.
My approach to therapy is person-centered and humanistic, focused on the unique human experience of each individual. I deeply value authenticity and prioritize cultivating genuine relationships with my clients. I work with adults who want to live more freely and fully, whether you are experiencing a diagnosable mental health condition such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD, or are simply ready to incite positive change or become unstuck from hard-wired, unconscious patterns in your life.
Lindsay Lyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I am energetic, insightful, direct, inquisitive, and a dynamic clinician. My ideal client would be one that wants to explore opportunities for growth and who is motivated to dig deep into the therapeutic process. Clients who experience anxiety, life transitions, or trauma often need a safe place to process those challenges. This allows clients to get to the root of the issues and learn ways to move forward versus feeling stuck. It is important that clients understand that I can be direct, but I will always respect your unique needs and have a solid understanding that one size does not fit all when it comes to mental health.
I am energetic, insightful, direct, inquisitive, and a dynamic clinician. My ideal client would be one that wants to explore opportunities for growth and who is motivated to dig deep into the therapeutic process. Clients who experience anxiety, life transitions, or trauma often need a safe place to process those challenges. This allows clients to get to the root of the issues and learn ways to move forward versus feeling stuck. It is important that clients understand that I can be direct, but I will always respect your unique needs and have a solid understanding that one size does not fit all when it comes to mental health.
Sarah Rivers Deal
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I have considerable experience working with grief & loss, anxiety, depression, infertility, pregnancy loss, life transitions, trauma, and holistic wellness.
Collaborating with you to discover and cultivate a life that feels fulfilling and worthwhile, which typically means leaning in to what scares you, is what I do best. Aided by reflection, insight, carefully chosen feedback from me, and action on your part, I will walk this journey with you, challenging when necessary, but always being mindful of the therapeutic relationship we're in the process of creating. Together, we will strive to establish an empowering and supportive therapeutic environment that will propel you along in personally meaningful directions.
I have considerable experience working with grief & loss, anxiety, depression, infertility, pregnancy loss, life transitions, trauma, and holistic wellness.
Collaborating with you to discover and cultivate a life that feels fulfilling and worthwhile, which typically means leaning in to what scares you, is what I do best. Aided by reflection, insight, carefully chosen feedback from me, and action on your part, I will walk this journey with you, challenging when necessary, but always being mindful of the therapeutic relationship we're in the process of creating. Together, we will strive to establish an empowering and supportive therapeutic environment that will propel you along in personally meaningful directions.
Audrey Alberthal
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
You are ultimately the expert in your life, and through trauma-informed and research-based approaches, my role is to provide supportive guidance with a mindful approach, offering challenges aimed at fostering growth.
Are you a highly-motivated person, finding yourself watching videos on topics such as shame, thought patterns, romantic relationships, and navigating friendships? Do you feel yourself becoming increasingly frustrated or entangled in questions about your self-worth? Do you believe in your capacity and resilience to learn new behaviors and heal, provided you have appropriate guidance and support to organize and make sense of the myriad thoughts and information swirling in your mind?
You are ultimately the expert in your life, and through trauma-informed and research-based approaches, my role is to provide supportive guidance with a mindful approach, offering challenges aimed at fostering growth.
Are you a highly-motivated person, finding yourself watching videos on topics such as shame, thought patterns, romantic relationships, and navigating friendships? Do you feel yourself becoming increasingly frustrated or entangled in questions about your self-worth? Do you believe in your capacity and resilience to learn new behaviors and heal, provided you have appropriate guidance and support to organize and make sense of the myriad thoughts and information swirling in your mind?
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