I offer individual and couples counseling in Austin, TX. I work with adults who have come from difficult backgrounds and are looking for relief from their struggles, or just more joy in their day-to-day lives. Having a difficult background could mean you had a dangerous or unsatisfactory childhood, a history of abusive relationships, a family where addiction was present, or parents who struggled with mental health issues of their own. If there is a lot of conflict or fighting in your relationships, you struggle with anxiety, or you’re looking for more purpose and meaning in your life, therapy can help. Before returning to school to become a therapist, I worked for 10 years in the marketing and communications field. Using that experience and my first-hand knowledge of corporate and start-up cultures, I also enjoy working with young adults on career counseling, supporting them to achieve work-life balance and find the best path for them. [Read More]

I am a licensed professional counselor intern serving adolescents and adults in Austin, Texas. I believe that we all possess the strengths we need to tackle our issues, but sometimes we need help bringing these strengths to the surface. My goal is to empower my clients and help them discover their amazing potential. I provide a warm, safe space for clients to feel comfortable identifying, exploring, and replacing the problematic thoughts and behaviors that have kept them from living their most valued life. [Read More]

I came to a career in therapy after working for over a decade as a software developer. I enjoyed the creativity and problem-solving of that profession, but there was always some part of me that felt unfulfilled. To exist for extended periods in such close communion with the machine produced a sense of being cut off – from my own body, from other people, and ultimately from life. In my own therapeutic journey I developed the means to reconnect with these parts of myself, and found my life growing richer and more complex as a result. [Read More]

Managing stress is all about balance and having a plan. If you feel overwhelmed with life, Adam can help you find a better way to organize your time and head space. He has over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, has worked with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds, and has both worked and studied in the United States and United Kingdom. He helps clients improve routines and lifestyle (diet, exercise, sleep, etc.) and helps them change unhelpful thoughts. [Read More]

I believe that in order to be truly happy, we need to learn to make conscious choices. We learn and internalize so much from our parents, peers, and society, and this often unconsciously dictates how we live our lives. By challenging the beliefs that we have held, we discover who we truly are—and learn to make decisions based on what will actually make us happy. Most of us carry some pain from the past, as well. Whether we have experienced difficult events or lived in a chronically challenging environment, there are often old wounds that deeply affect us. Another aspect of our work is to focus on healing the pain from our past so that it no longer controls how we feel or act in the present. [Read More]

Teri is a licensed clinical social worker with 15+ years of experience providing counseling and therapeutic services to adults and teenagers. She spent 10 years working in non-profit agencies and schools before transitioning to private work. She strives to empower clients to find their own inner strengths and overcome obstacles in life, particularly in healing from trauma. [Read More]

John is a psychotherapist, educator and spiritual teacher based in Austin, TX. He is best known for practicing the very leading edge of couples therapy techniques and trains other couples therapists and clinicians internationally. John sees adults for a variety of issues including couples therapy, individual counseling, depression, anxiety, wanting to find a partner/dating and spiritual/existential issues. He sees couples wanting to deepen their connection, improve their communication, and strengthen their intimacy. John also leads weekly therapy groups that focus on building relationship and communication skills and that deepen yourr emotional intelligence, empathy, authenticity, and transparency. His non-denominational spiritual study groups use growth principles common to world traditions to help you deepen your presence and sense of peace. Members learn in-depth mindfulness tools and engage in contemplative practice. [Read More]

When we choose to be present with the challenges in our lives, and take the time to examine them, they can serve as a portal for growth. Yet, many of our challenges are too much to face alone, or too sensitive to share with friends and family. Laurie believes in the power of connection, in the human capacity to grow and find meaning in our own unique journeys, and in the ability to bring intentional change into our lives. Laurie uses a relational-cultural approach and strives to connect in an authentic, therapeutic way to facilitate growth, awareness and openness to change for those who choose to reach out for professional support as they face challenges along their path in life. Laurie earned her MSSW from the University of Texas at Austin where she received extended clinical training at the Counseling and Mental Health Center. Laurie found the field of clinical social work after practicing as a pediatric occupational therapist for over eight years, and marketing in health and wellness for a handful of years. In addition to her professional education and experiences, Laurie has cultivated personal growth from many years as a curious, mindful parent and partner. [Read More]

Based in Austin, TX. I am a bilingual native Texan who believes in the power of healing. Thank you for taking a leap and making the choice to be on a journey of learning to love yourself just the way you are. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in the field of Social Work for 10 years now. As of lately, most of my work has been with women who are facing difficult life transitions and experiencing feelings of shame, low self-worth and loss of identity. It’s been described to me as feeling trapped in one’s own body. [Read More]

Are you struggling with feelings of stress and anxiety? Or are you feeling depressed and stuck? Maybe both? You may have experienced a traumatic event or life transition. Or may be you are seeking help for a long-term struggle that is becoming too difficult to manage on your own. I believe counseling in a judgment free environment is a crucial piece in working through emotional struggles, unwanted behaviors, and negative thinking patterns that get in the way of your experience of life. The practice of self-awareness and mindfulness skills iss a key part of my therapeutic approach. [Read More]

If you are experiencing difficulty in communicating with those who matter most to you, you’ve come to the right place. I will provide you with a safe space and a non-judgmental environment. Regardless of how new or old these painful experiences are, I am here to help you and assure quality treatment so that your journey through life will be lighter and a more positive experience. [Read More]

When you need someone to walk alongside you in those dark and gloomy times, be sure I’ll be right next to you. I will provide non-judgmental support to help you gain clarity, confidence, and compassion for yourself and the pain you are experiencing. I can help you explore what you are feeling and make sense of the confusion and overwhelm. This life journey is full of ups and downs, and beginnings and endings. These changes and transitions occur suddenly leaving us feeling jarred, confused, and frustrated. When you’re at that point, there is no shame to seek extra help. We all need support at times in our lives and I see it as a strength, not a weakness, to reach out for it. It helps us grow and gain new perspectives on issues. I believe in you. I know you have an innate ability to navigate these trying times in your life and I also understand the need for support- to be seen, feel heard and acknowledged. As humans, we are made to connect and seek support in times of change or distress that’s why it pays to have a safe place to explore and equip ourselves with tried and trusted tools, ideas, and solutions. I want you to know you are not alone. My own journey in counseling led me to become a therapist. I pursued counseling to help get relief during periods of intense trauma and loss, both as a child and as an adult. [Read More]

Life is unpredictable and ever changing. Skilled at developing trusting relationships with clients, Rebecca helps them find their balance through the highs and lows of life. Rebecca comes from a place of empathy and understanding. She believes that creating a safe and non-judgmental space is key to personal growth and successful counseling. Rebecca strives to build clients’ greatest strengths and help them recognize all their unique gifts. Rebecca understands that not all clients are comfortable expressing themselves verbally. She has been trained in experiential techniques including use of art, nature and music as outlets of communication and healing. [Read More]

I believe that we are all created in the image of God. As His image bearers, we embody such deep value and preciousness, but we also embody brokenness as we are a part of a broken world. There is not one of us who are exempt from suffering, but we are all invited to the table to taste in God’s grace. He is the author and redeemer of our lives and our stories. He is in the business of resurrecting new life! I believe that counseling helps to address thee wounds that the body, heart, and soul (mind, will, and emotions) experience and opens us up to the reality of God’s power, promises, and healing. For those who are not sure how they feel about God or if He even exists, you are absolutely welcomed as well! I will respect your preference if you are not personally comfortable with spirituality at this time. [Read More]