Female Therapists in Downtown, Austin, TX

I specialize in working with young women who want to improve their feelings about themselves. Many of the women I work with have the appearance of being successful and having it all together. But on the inside they feel like something is broken or missing. If you find that you're always putting other's needs before your own, being critical of yourself or feeling unfulfilled with your relationships, I'm here to help.

I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.

You’re not just burning the candle at both ends; your candle is completely engulfed in flames! You’re overwhelmed, exhausted, and you can’t keep this up much longer. You have so much to do that you can’t afford to take a break, but sometimes your brain just switches off and you realize you’ve been staring blankly at your computer screen for twenty minutes. You feel like you’re slowly drowning, but no one else sees it… I feel you! Whether you’re suffering from chronic fatigue, ADHD, Autistic burnout, the mental load of managing a household, or just the normal everyday stressors of late-stage capitalism, I can help.

You’ve had some success, but you know you’re capable of much more. You wake up wondering what you’ve done wrong, and if you’ll ever get to where you want to be. People stop themselves for many reasons, but you don’t have to stay stuck. Together we create a strategy for you to reach your goals; action steps that help you realize your vision and build confidence. A goal without a plan is just a dream. Your dreams are meant to be realized.

Are you struggling with obsessive, intrusive, or disturbing thoughts that seem stuck or looping in your head? Do you find yourself compulsively arguing with "yourself" or doing repetitive behaviors in an urgent effort to bring down your anxiety? Are you beating yourself up for thinking these kinds of thoughts? Often intrusive thoughts can be very scary, violent, and go against the very things you value and hold dear. Sometimes it's very challenging to even say these thoughts out loud! I offer you a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to share what is burdening you. I'll teach you to conquer the OCD bully.

My therapeutic approach is to evaluate each person within their environment and provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. I believe in hands-on learning to know people and cultures. I am experienced in supporting women, individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds.

Are you caught between worlds? My online practice caters to cross-culturals. As a first generation Austinite and global citizen, I see you. Do you need space to unpack ancestral and intergenerational trauma? Is your relationship strained by cultural differences? Moved and feeling homesick? Cultural fluidity, exploring identity, finding belonging, and navigating transition are common themes that lead folx to my practice. Authentic living is your birthright. You don't have to transform generational cycles on your own. I invite you to receive the support you deserve on your journey. When we heal ourselves, we heal the world.

My style is collaborative, supportive, and eclectic. I have shaped my theoretical framework with over 25 years of counseling experience in both public school and private practice settings. My goal is to create a safe environment where we can work toward achieving your goals, renewing hope, discovering hidden strengths, and building healthy ways of coping with life struggles. I enjoy helping people find peace by including meditation, mindfulness, art, play, self-compassion, and gratitude in our work together.

With my training and experience I have found that the best work is done collaboratively with clients in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Sessions with me may include exploring values, reviewing core beliefs, increasing stress management techniques, and exploring positive communication skills. We’ll also explore expectations in relationships, attachment styles, and various coping skills. My goal for all my clients is to learn better ways to cope so that they can live a more well-balanced life mentally and emotionally.

I support clients with experiences of stress, trauma, relationship difficulty, and acute mental health diagnoses. I work primarily as a somatic practitioner and am at the intermediate level of the three year SEP certification. Somatic Experiencing is an approach to healing trauma and addressing overwhelm and stress related conditions. It resets the nervous system, restores inner balance, enhances resilience to stress, and increases people's vitality, equanimity, and capacity to actively engage in life. I also utilize EMDR techniques as well as DBT techniques depending on the client's preference and responsiveness.

I focus on helping individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I have worked with adolescents, adults, active military, and the veteran population.

Are you ready for change, but don't know where to start? In today's world, it is easy to feel disconnected & lost in the shuffle of everyday life. Do you want to find balance in the midst of your chaotic world? As a Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, I can provide guidance tailored to your unique needs & concerns, & you never have to leave the comfort of your own space. I have extensive experience helping people from all walks of life. I am skilled, sensitive & attentive to your goals & desires for change.

No matter how successful we are, we often feel trapped by the expectations of others. Constantly striving to meet benchmarks that leave us feeling unfulfilled. I’m Haley Peterson, LCSW and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life transitions, manage anxiety, depression, and trauma, and establish healthy boundaries. Whether you're facing significant changes or seeking a deeper connection with your true self, my holistic and individualized approach can help. Together, we will work to build your self-worth and confidence, break free from external pressures, and live a life that is authentic and fulfilling.

Jennifer Hernandez is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2021. Jennifer believes in creating a safe and therapeutic environment where individuals can experience the opportunity to grow and enhance overall quality of life. Jennifer feels long evening walks with her two dogs is one of her most favorite acts of self-care. She is a big book worm and loves reading in the morning with a cup of coffee. She is also a huge sports fanatic; the best time of the year for her is football season.

Now accepting online clients! Throughout life’s ups and downs we are constantly growing and changing. At times growth comes with ease; other times we may need support in finding balance, coping with unpleasant feelings, or processing difficult memories. Therapy provides you with a space uniquely your own to explore your goals and desires. I operate from a strengths-based perspective meaning that I believe you already have many of the tools you need to achieve your goals. I will accompany you on your unique path, providing support and offering insights along the way.

I'm an interactive therapist with over 20 years experience who provides telehealth services to California and Texas residents as a licensed LMFT in both states. I'm also a LAADC and an ICAADC, and a Certified Neuropsychotherapist. My style is client-centered and highly collaborative with a trauma- and developmentally-informed approach that includes a strong attachment focus. I'm trained in several evidence-based theories and interventions, including EMDR. I enjoy providing therapy services and am honored to work with adults and couples seeking to overcome personal and/or professional challenges to increase their life satisfaction.

Welcome to a space where understanding, empathy, and transformation connect. I'm here to walk beside you on your journey of healing from trauma, offering support, guidance, and hope every step of the way. I know that trauma leaves invisible scars that run deep, affecting every facet of your life. The sleepless nights, the intrusive thoughts, the anxiety that never seems to subside – I've witnessed these struggles, and I want you to know that you're not alone. Your pain is valid, and your journey matters.

Welcome, I am so glad you are here! My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive environment that fosters self-insight and personal growth. My studies in psychology and general love and passion for the therapeutic process began over 20 years ago in my native country of Australia. I believe you, the client, have everything you need within you to grow and work through life's challenges. You are the expert in your own life. It is my pleasure to be able to collaborate with you using a myriad of evidence-based treatment modalities that will be tailored to your uniqueness as an individual and your therapeutic goals.

Do you notice an increase in anxiety, fear, irritability, poor concentration, self-doubt, and/or struggle to navigate a loss? Are your ways of coping ineffective or maybe adding to your struggles? Is it hard to make sense of why your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and body are responding as they do, and even more confusing as to how to make it stop? Have you sought medical and pharmaceutical support but want to address the underlying ‘why’, not just numb out the symptoms? You want connection, a sense of belonging within yourself and with others, meaning, and wellness to thrive not just survive.