Female Therapists in Austin, TX
![Photo of Lindsay Luongo, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b523725f-ef06-420f-aa35-693e5356e06f/3/320x400.jpeg)
I provide a compassionate, open minded space to support older teens (17 +) and adults in understanding and appreciating all parts of themselves. You may be seeking support in healing from trauma, disordered eating habits, or experience anxiety and depression. Together, we will work to shift patterns in your life that no longer serve you and your values. In each session, it is my goal that you feel worthy of connection, liberation, and inner peace.
I provide a compassionate, open minded space to support older teens (17 +) and adults in understanding and appreciating all parts of themselves. You may be seeking support in healing from trauma, disordered eating habits, or experience anxiety and depression. Together, we will work to shift patterns in your life that no longer serve you and your values. In each session, it is my goal that you feel worthy of connection, liberation, and inner peace.
![Photo of Michele Brower, LPC-S, CCTP-II, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/83343f56-d1df-4453-beda-e26168690d91/3/320x400.jpeg)
Michele Brower
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78756 (Online Only)
Have you experienced trauma or attachment wounding? Are you in a constant state of fight or flight or dissociation and shut down? Does your nervous system feel like your enemy? Traumatic events affect people in very different ways. One thing is certain though; trauma is stored in your body and affects your mind, body, memory, mood, spirit, and relationships with yourself and with others. There is a way to befriend your nervous system, effectively heal your past wounds, cope with your current triggers, and discover your own personal post-traumatic growth and resiliency for the future.
Have you experienced trauma or attachment wounding? Are you in a constant state of fight or flight or dissociation and shut down? Does your nervous system feel like your enemy? Traumatic events affect people in very different ways. One thing is certain though; trauma is stored in your body and affects your mind, body, memory, mood, spirit, and relationships with yourself and with others. There is a way to befriend your nervous system, effectively heal your past wounds, cope with your current triggers, and discover your own personal post-traumatic growth and resiliency for the future.
![Photo of Mariana Gutierrez, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c0135b9-14d1-47bf-bad4-6fc74bc27923/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! My name is Mariana Gutierrez, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the Central Texas area. Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times. Whether this is managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression or trauma. I believe in providing a supportive, safe and nonjudgmental environment in which we work in a collaborative manner to problem-solve, improve coping skills and find the support you need.
Hello! My name is Mariana Gutierrez, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the Central Texas area. Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times. Whether this is managing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression or trauma. I believe in providing a supportive, safe and nonjudgmental environment in which we work in a collaborative manner to problem-solve, improve coping skills and find the support you need.
![Photo of Purna Bajekal, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7903eb6-9b86-47c0-acb5-b16b800a99c9/2/320x400.jpeg)
It can be hard to find a therapist who understands how living with marginalized identities impact the way we show up in the world—and for ourselves. I take a culturally-responsive and somatic (mind-body centered) approach and value authenticity and inclusivity in my work. I support individuals in understanding how their experiences, relationships, identities, and culture impact who they are and their behaviors and interactions in the world. I specialize in working with young adults, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals, and 1st and 2nd generation immigrants experiencing life transitions.
It can be hard to find a therapist who understands how living with marginalized identities impact the way we show up in the world—and for ourselves. I take a culturally-responsive and somatic (mind-body centered) approach and value authenticity and inclusivity in my work. I support individuals in understanding how their experiences, relationships, identities, and culture impact who they are and their behaviors and interactions in the world. I specialize in working with young adults, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals, and 1st and 2nd generation immigrants experiencing life transitions.
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Kiari Williams
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78728 (Online Only)
Kiari invites youth, young adults and families to take the next step in their healing journey. As an inclusive therapist, she recognizes the wear and tear that societal inequities, family dysfunction, and trauma have had on your mind and body. As you work together, you'll explore how your past informs your present, considering cycles and patterns that have kept you feeling stuck. Kiari specializes in depression, emotion regulation, family conflict, life transitions, trauma and racial/gender issues.
Kiari invites youth, young adults and families to take the next step in their healing journey. As an inclusive therapist, she recognizes the wear and tear that societal inequities, family dysfunction, and trauma have had on your mind and body. As you work together, you'll explore how your past informs your present, considering cycles and patterns that have kept you feeling stuck. Kiari specializes in depression, emotion regulation, family conflict, life transitions, trauma and racial/gender issues.
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Jamie Shepherd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78757
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling anxious or stuck? Are you seeking a safe place to process your feelings and learn new strategies to manage your emotions in this season? Or you are you looking to understand patterns, relational themes and unresolved issues in your history? Do you want to discover how your life experiences have imprinted on your heart and soul, and how you can break free from old patterns? Do you want new levels of freedom and peace in your life?
Are you feeling anxious or stuck? Are you seeking a safe place to process your feelings and learn new strategies to manage your emotions in this season? Or you are you looking to understand patterns, relational themes and unresolved issues in your history? Do you want to discover how your life experiences have imprinted on your heart and soul, and how you can break free from old patterns? Do you want new levels of freedom and peace in your life?
![Photo of Silke Morin, MA, MEd, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/80567eb1-7107-4987-983b-1b33fc4da20d/3/320x400.jpeg)
Silke Morin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704 (Online Only)
You want to feel better, but you're not entirely sure how to do that. I can help you envision and embody a healthier, happier version of yourself. Together, we'll practice skill building and develop self-awareness, self-management, self-compassion, and self-empowerment. This is personal growth and it's what I focus on, helping you get past the stuck points and the trauma so that you can live the life you want to live.
You want to feel better, but you're not entirely sure how to do that. I can help you envision and embody a healthier, happier version of yourself. Together, we'll practice skill building and develop self-awareness, self-management, self-compassion, and self-empowerment. This is personal growth and it's what I focus on, helping you get past the stuck points and the trauma so that you can live the life you want to live.
![Photo of Kim Fry - Autonomy Therapy, LMFT-S, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dadec204-1083-40f4-8cc7-deb33a16d1f4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling with recent life transitions? Not sure how to break the cycle of yo-yo dieting or how to manage frequent, anxious thoughts? At Autonomy Therapy, we provide high quality, evidence-based care to support our clients in learning how to strengthen their mind-body connection and become the most authentic, resilient versions of themselves. The therapy that our clinicians provide empowers our clients to develop increased trust with their own thoughts, emotions, and decisions, and supports them in identifying what an intentional, autonomous, and values-based life truly looks and feels like.
Are you struggling with recent life transitions? Not sure how to break the cycle of yo-yo dieting or how to manage frequent, anxious thoughts? At Autonomy Therapy, we provide high quality, evidence-based care to support our clients in learning how to strengthen their mind-body connection and become the most authentic, resilient versions of themselves. The therapy that our clinicians provide empowers our clients to develop increased trust with their own thoughts, emotions, and decisions, and supports them in identifying what an intentional, autonomous, and values-based life truly looks and feels like.
![Photo of Alecxia Ceballos, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a21e599c-ede0-42f7-9abe-e8da8caa024b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you no longer in the same place of growth? Have you exhausted all your resources from reading self-help books to trying mental health tiktok? Are you no longer wanting to abandon yourself at the expense of saving your relationships? You’ve come to the realization that this version of yourself is longing for authenticity, genuine connection, and healthy boundaries.
Are you no longer in the same place of growth? Have you exhausted all your resources from reading self-help books to trying mental health tiktok? Are you no longer wanting to abandon yourself at the expense of saving your relationships? You’ve come to the realization that this version of yourself is longing for authenticity, genuine connection, and healthy boundaries.
![Photo of Alexis Wolf, MAC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ca61b53-7393-4a12-9dd6-6d32cee0b058/1/320x400.jpeg)
Alexis Wolf
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hey, my name is Alexis! I have a master's degree in Counseling Psychology and 9 years experience in the field. My experience includes working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, and any unhappiness in life. I have worked with those who are or have been psychiatrically hospitalized, the formerly incarcerated, as well as veterans. I work with individuals as well as couples who are seeking help to navigate life.
Hey, my name is Alexis! I have a master's degree in Counseling Psychology and 9 years experience in the field. My experience includes working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, and any unhappiness in life. I have worked with those who are or have been psychiatrically hospitalized, the formerly incarcerated, as well as veterans. I work with individuals as well as couples who are seeking help to navigate life.
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Tiana Lindberg Open Relationships Non-Monogamy And Couples
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, NCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I have a passion for using a culturally inclusive framework to help individuals, couples, and other relational partner structures achieve healthier, happier, and more intimately connected relationships. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth, change, and healing, and I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors without fear of criticism or rejection.
I have a passion for using a culturally inclusive framework to help individuals, couples, and other relational partner structures achieve healthier, happier, and more intimately connected relationships. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth, change, and healing, and I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors without fear of criticism or rejection.
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![Photo of Amber Wrye, LPC, LCDC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dbfb82a7-5e17-4c4a-90ff-4a71c7eb5307/2/320x400.png)
Amber Wrye
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
The ideal therapy client would present with a range of issues that you are willing to explore and work on. These could include challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, unresolved trauma, personal growth barriers, career issues, or coping with life transitions. You recognize that therapy is a valuable resource for gaining insight, acquiring new tools, and making lasting positive changes. You seek personal understanding, transformation, and improved overall well-being. Life's journey can often lead us through challenging terrains, but you don't have to navigate them alone.
The ideal therapy client would present with a range of issues that you are willing to explore and work on. These could include challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, unresolved trauma, personal growth barriers, career issues, or coping with life transitions. You recognize that therapy is a valuable resource for gaining insight, acquiring new tools, and making lasting positive changes. You seek personal understanding, transformation, and improved overall well-being. Life's journey can often lead us through challenging terrains, but you don't have to navigate them alone.
![Photo of Katheryn A Eads, PhD, LPC A, BC-TMH](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8423c798-a8fb-4c1c-b653-edd9094112cb/2/320x400.jpeg)
Self-improvement is a unique & individualized path! Stress, anxiety, depression, family issues, & children’s behavior problems can be overwhelming & difficult to process. With over ten years’ experience Katheryn can help find the path best suited for your success. Utilizing an integrative approach, Katheryn can help you find the path to achieve your individualized goals.
Self-improvement is a unique & individualized path! Stress, anxiety, depression, family issues, & children’s behavior problems can be overwhelming & difficult to process. With over ten years’ experience Katheryn can help find the path best suited for your success. Utilizing an integrative approach, Katheryn can help you find the path to achieve your individualized goals.
![Photo of Kayla Freeman, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb05eeb5-ed73-4603-a8fe-b0e63ed0618e/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am passionate about working with neurodivergent folks (Autism, ADHD, OCD et al). I also frequently work with couples and polycules, as well as individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or nerdy creatives. When working with couples and relationships, I'm passionate about facilitating improved communication to resolve a recurring area of friction, cultivating awareness of unhelpful patterns so we can break them, and deepening the friendship and intimacy in the relationship. I frequently work with relationships where one or more partner is neurodivergent. I also offer online therapy groups for ADHD and Autistic folks.
I am passionate about working with neurodivergent folks (Autism, ADHD, OCD et al). I also frequently work with couples and polycules, as well as individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or nerdy creatives. When working with couples and relationships, I'm passionate about facilitating improved communication to resolve a recurring area of friction, cultivating awareness of unhelpful patterns so we can break them, and deepening the friendship and intimacy in the relationship. I frequently work with relationships where one or more partner is neurodivergent. I also offer online therapy groups for ADHD and Autistic folks.
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Jordan Chaplik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78702 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Jordan Chaplik, a queer, Jewish anti-zionist, cis-female therapist with a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges and cultivate meaningful change. Through my many years as a clinical social worker, I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, teens, adults and families from diverse backgrounds and identities. My therapeutic practice draws from many orientations and influences, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care, anti-oppressive practices, harm reduction, and person-centered approaches.
Welcome! I'm Jordan Chaplik, a queer, Jewish anti-zionist, cis-female therapist with a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges and cultivate meaningful change. Through my many years as a clinical social worker, I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, teens, adults and families from diverse backgrounds and identities. My therapeutic practice draws from many orientations and influences, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care, anti-oppressive practices, harm reduction, and person-centered approaches.
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Hello and Welcome! It has been a dream of mine to become a therapist since I was about 11 years old. Sexual health discussions have never made me uncomfortable in any way, and I like to provide a safe space for clients to discuss these issues. Many people experience shame about their relationship preferences, kinks, and sexual orientation. I like to help individuals and couples who may be struggling in this area. I also enjoy working with clients who are gender diverse, are thinking about or currently transitioning, and so forth.
Hello and Welcome! It has been a dream of mine to become a therapist since I was about 11 years old. Sexual health discussions have never made me uncomfortable in any way, and I like to provide a safe space for clients to discuss these issues. Many people experience shame about their relationship preferences, kinks, and sexual orientation. I like to help individuals and couples who may be struggling in this area. I also enjoy working with clients who are gender diverse, are thinking about or currently transitioning, and so forth.
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Deborah Stokes Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CGP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
I use a cultural relational model of psychotherapy for adults, and a hold a certificate in Modern Analytic Group Leadership. LGBTQIA+ ally.
I use a cultural relational model of psychotherapy for adults, and a hold a certificate in Modern Analytic Group Leadership. LGBTQIA+ ally.
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I am a private practitioner in the Austin area who provides individual counseling and couples counseling. In my work with individuals, anxiety, depression and relationship issues are frequent concerns. In my practice, I strive to provide an atmosphere that is caring and supportive but that also challenges you to your full growth and potential. I believe that change takes place in the context of an honest, trusting relationship in which clients feel both accepted and empowered.
I am a private practitioner in the Austin area who provides individual counseling and couples counseling. In my work with individuals, anxiety, depression and relationship issues are frequent concerns. In my practice, I strive to provide an atmosphere that is caring and supportive but that also challenges you to your full growth and potential. I believe that change takes place in the context of an honest, trusting relationship in which clients feel both accepted and empowered.
![Photo of Anna Zapata - Austin Healing House, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6281ad15-edea-4241-ab88-0df17d3f4b46/1/320x400.jpeg)
Now accepting new clients! Our clients come in overwhelmed and usually juggling to prove their worth, causing anxiety and burnout. You might be giving away all your energy to relationships, friendships, work, or school. You might viscerally feel the weight of perfectionism or over responsibility in your life and relationships, but it seems oh so impossible to protect your time and energy! We know what it's like to be downright exhausted from over performing for others while under delivering to yourself.
Now accepting new clients! Our clients come in overwhelmed and usually juggling to prove their worth, causing anxiety and burnout. You might be giving away all your energy to relationships, friendships, work, or school. You might viscerally feel the weight of perfectionism or over responsibility in your life and relationships, but it seems oh so impossible to protect your time and energy! We know what it's like to be downright exhausted from over performing for others while under delivering to yourself.
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Trinity Rising Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Accepting Supervisees (Affordable Rates Offered)! Online Scheduling Available. Are you searching for someone that you can connect with. Someone who is authentic, genuine, relatable, and easy to talk to. With over eight years in the mental health field, eleven years in the military, and visiting several countries I have developed a strong sense of awareness for people emotions and feelings. I have learned to hear the issues that aren't being talked about because they are too intense, shameful, embarrassing, or hurtful. I will try to help you restore your life and claim your future.
Accepting Supervisees (Affordable Rates Offered)! Online Scheduling Available. Are you searching for someone that you can connect with. Someone who is authentic, genuine, relatable, and easy to talk to. With over eight years in the mental health field, eleven years in the military, and visiting several countries I have developed a strong sense of awareness for people emotions and feelings. I have learned to hear the issues that aren't being talked about because they are too intense, shameful, embarrassing, or hurtful. I will try to help you restore your life and claim your future.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.