Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

1007 MoPac Circle, Suite 202, Austin, TX 78746

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Open to new clients- Thurs/Fri morning spots available now! Contact me to set up a free intro call. I provide psychotherapy for adults, weekday AM/PM times, sliding fee range, in-office or telehealth. - - - Do you want to dive deeper into your emotional world, connect more fully to yourself, develop more fulfilling relationships, and experience your values & actions in alignment? Together, we'll focus on clearing up confusion & pain still lingering from unresolved hurtful earlier life experiences, while also celebrating and expanding on the skills, resourcefulness, and determination that got you this far. Let's do this together!

- - - My style is warm, direct, gentle and collaborative. Rather than advising or pathologizing, I offer trustworthy connection & support as you move through pain, overwhelm, and uncertainty, and grapple with existential questions. If you are looking for a creative, flexible, human-first experience with therapy, reach out!

- - - We'll decide together how to incorporate emotional expression and reflection, thoughtful inquiry and dialogue, mindfulness and somatic exercises, and other trauma recovery practices. It's my honor to be in relationships that support healing, growth, and joy.- - - Feel welcome to contact me today to request a free intro call! You're worth it.

Call or Email Charity Cortez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (512) 256-6460

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Luminous Waters Psychotherapy

1007 MoPac Circle

Suite 202

Austin, TX 78746

(512) 256-6460

Offering sessions IN-PERSON at my central Austin office and/or ONLINE via video (telehealth) / Flexible Mon-Fri availability

I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD

$170 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

I'm currently open to new clients! I'd love to connect with you in real time. Curious? Unsure? Request a free consult with me to learn more.

Let's Connect (512) 256-6460

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Luminous Waters Psychotherapy

1007 MoPac Circle

Suite 202

Austin, TX 78746

(512) 256-6460

Offering sessions IN-PERSON at my central Austin office and/or ONLINE via video (telehealth) / Flexible Mon-Fri availability

I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD

$170 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

I'm currently open to new clients! I'd love to connect with you in real time. Curious? Unsure? Request a free consult with me to learn more.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $170
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Fees are offered on a sliding scale for accessibility - standard 50-minute sessions range from $150 - $190. You'll choose the rate that works for you within the listed range.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Fees are offered on a sliding scale for accessibility - standard 50-minute sessions range from $150 - $190. You'll choose the rate that works for you within the listed range.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 53477 Charity Cortez
In Practice for 15 Years
Attended University of Texas at Austin, MSSW - Clinical Social Work, Graduated 2009

My background in community social work and my various life experiences in other roles inform & enrich my work as a therapist. After 15 years, I remain committed to creativity & ongoing learning. I enjoy regularly refreshing my practice with new insights & understandings. Ask me what I'm reading now!

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Body Positivity
Complex PTSD / Relational trauma
Depression
Divorce
Grief
LGBTQ+
Mood Disorders
Religious trauma
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Stress

I'll accompany you as you grow in your understanding of your whole self, sort through complicated and unsettling feelings and experiences, and find clarity as you move through change and take chances to bring more of your self into your relationships with others. If you are wondering about a mental health diagnosis, or are unsure what your experiences might mean about you, let's explore together.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

3 Endorsements

K. Sophie Abel, LCSW, PLLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I've been in a consultation group with Charity for years. She is a very bright, wholistic, and down-to-earth clinician. Highly recommend!

Brad DuBois

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Charity has the amazing ability to connect with others, grounding and supporting them as they move through difficult times. Collaborative, creative, and thoughtful, Charity works with folks to help them build richer, fuller lives.

Lindsay McCartney

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Existential
Experiential Therapy
Feminist
Integrative
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Relational
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

My warm relational style is informed by interpersonal neurobiology, trauma theory, depth psychology, attachment theory and parts work. In response to your changing needs, we may explore mindfulness & nervous system regulation practices, and/or somatic & experiential exercises. We'll use our here-and-now relational connection, gentle inquiry, and engaging dialogue to facilitate reflection & growth.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Luminous Waters Psychotherapy

1007 MoPac Circle

Suite 202

Austin, TX 78746

(512) 256-6460

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Austin, TX

Counties

Travis

Zips

Neighborhoods

Offering sessions IN-PERSON at my central Austin office and/or ONLINE via video (telehealth) / Flexible Mon-Fri availability

Call for a free consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Offering sessions IN-PERSON at my central Austin office and/or ONLINE via video (telehealth) / Flexible Mon-Fri availability

Call for a free consultation now - (512) 256-6460

Charity Cortez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW