EMDR Therapists in Austin, TX

First and foremost, it takes so much strength to reach out for help and I am glad you are here. It may have taken you a while to get here - maybe your undiagnosed ADHD put it off, or a people-pleasing part of you has put others before yourself, or a perfectionist part that felt bad that you couldn't "fix it" on your own. I believe seeking therapy and inner healing can hold joy and humor as deeply as it can confront and hold pain. My hope is to create a non-judgmental, secure space for you to safely embrace every part of you. Through it all, I will be there alongside you to remind you that you don’t have to carry it all on your own.

I see clients who have come to the realization that some areas in their lives aren't working and/or they're not on the path that they would like to be following. Many of them have also experienced childhood trauma and/or trauma later in life, complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. I can help you identify the factors that are keeping you stuck and provide support while you develop the necessary skills and insights to move forward. I use a combination of talk therapy and EMDR in treating clients. I see adults, adolescents and children 10 years of age and older. I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation.

I help individuals navigate life challenges that have created a negative impact in their lives and present, such as childhood trauma, domestic violence, grief, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy working with adults that want to find a way to heal from past experiences and start implementing changes to better their future.

I believe we all have the capacity to achieve loving, fulfilling relationships, but sometimes we get in our own way. Whether you are stuck in old patterns, afraid to try something new, uncomfortable in your own skin, or simply frustrated with the cards you've been dealt, please allow me to assist you on your journey to your full potential, and most rewarding relationships. I specialize in Relationship Issues, am a Certified Imago Relationship Specialist and EMDR Certified Therapist, and can help gently guide clients through their traumatic pasts.

I am a Psychologist with 20 years experience working collaboratively with families, couples and individuals in focused, results-oriented therapy to foster healing and happiness. Whether you are experiencing severe mental illness, substance abuse or navigating the normal but troubling problems of life transitions, crises and losses, I can help. I specialize in working with survivors of violence and trauma, PTSD, anxiety and relationships. Beyond empathy and understanding, I utilize cutting edge treatment approaches to help clients progress and prosper. We can work together to find a solution for you. Visit wwwdrseamans.com.

There are difficult things that are hard to talk about and you may carry them quietly for years and years. They weigh on you, causing emotional, physical and relational problems. If you've reached a point where you feel that you can no longer do it alone, I would like to help. As a counselor, I will listen, and will work together in helping you with what has or is happening. Our goal will be to accept yourself unconditionally and determine the best next steps to overcome what you are facing.

Although everyone who begins therapy hopes for a more satisfying life, people bring a variety of concerns to their first sessions. In your sessions with me, the emphasis will be on you. You'll find a comfortable place to explore your concerns and dreams and determine how to improve your experiences and relationships. I'll honor who you are--your cultural background, life choices, sexual orientation, and age. I'll offer support and feedback as you work through current and past issues and rediscover strengths that will help you move forward in a positive direction.

You deserve therapy. A space dedicated to you and your growth. Sometimes we find ourselves not feeling like anything is wrong, but more so feeling like nothing is really right. We feel stuck, isolated and like no matter how hard we try we aren't living the life we imagined. If that is you, I would love to work with you. My favorite piece of therapy is unsticking ourselves from our emotions and experiences, learning how to live in the here and now, and beginning to thrive, not just survive in our lives.

Feeling disconnected from yourself, your culture, or your family? Worried about what your family thinks of your lifestyle? Tired of living life with a mask on? It's time to shed the weight of shame and start living guilt-free. I get it! You might feel like the sensitive one, the black sheep, or the scapegoat because you don't follow the same path as your family. Navigating boundaries within dysfunctional or collectivist culture families is tough. Cultural Refuge Counseling is here for those ready to break free from cultural or familial expectations.

I offer transformational change and lasting improvement in mental wellness and interpersonal relationships. Through EMDR, Coherence Therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and Process Groups, your life can open and grow to help you feel better every day. Learn to like yourself more and to enjoy more closeness with friends, family members, and romantic partners. Life is too short to settle for living in fear, self-doubt, or shame. Let go of old habits and learn to live with a sense of safety and contentment.

Are you easily triggered or activated in life? Has your childhood trauma shown up in ways you and your loved ones struggle to understand or work through. Do you have unresolved emotions from abandonment, shame, or trauma? Do you desire to implement positive changes in your day to day. Maybe you encountered traumatic experiences throughout your adulthood that you could use assistance on processing and tools to implement positive coping skills leading to healing. If so, we're here to help you through that journey.

I hope you keep working to get the results you deserve. Life is worth living and it requires action steps. I have training in DBT, EMDR, ERP, RODBT and certification in CPT. I specialize in working with adults and teens who need behavior change and/or trauma processing. These treatments are designed to help clients develop the skills to independently manage problematic behavior and thinking patterns.

Despite working hard and achieving goals, life is hard. When my clients first come in, they are frustrated things aren’t going the way they would like. You know life can be better but nothing seems to be improving, even with hard work. You feel like you’re failing, and your confidence is tanking. You worry that your problems aren’t important enough and have thought that people like you don’t ask for help. Or maybe you're in constant pain and no doctor has been able to provide you with any relief. You feel stuck. You may even feel like you deserve to suffer. Feeling alone and discouraged is hard.

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try you end up in the same old jam? Have you gone through cycles of hope and optimism only to find the next eerily similar disappointments and dilemmas. Does it feel like no matter how much you strive for success and achievement there's a part of you stuck in the past that just doesn't believe you deserve it? This may show up as anxiety, depression, anger, over indulgence in coping behaviors, or exhaustion, but underneath the surface there is usually unresolved trauma. If you are looking to break the cycle of injured self-esteem and self-limiting beliefs, I can help.

You're struggling with parts of your life right now and aren't sure what to do. Perhaps it's your relationships that are struggling; you may be in the middle of a life change or transition; you may be grieving. There may be other factors in your life which are creating problems. Perhaps you're struggling with addictive behavior; your past is affecting your present; a trauma may be clouding your life. You feel like you don't matter, that you aren't worthy of love. Nobody is listening and you can't figure out how to be heard.

I strive to offer a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where we can build on existing strengths while adding to the skills and tools you already have. In this way, while building a mutual understanding, we can find the best pace for you to take steps that can lead to growth. I often provide useful tools and exercises for you to use in between sessions. I enjoy helping you to expand your most important resources that will strengthen your capacity to achieve the growth you desire. I find it meaningful to help clients better understand their inherent value and self-worth. I enjoy providing an inclusive environment for all.

Hello and welcome! I'm JoAnna, a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) currently earning my Sex Therapy Certification through the Sexual Health Alliance (SHA). My goal as a therapist is to use my training to help clients more easily navigate complex emotional landscapes and improve the relationships they keep - with themselves and with each other. I provide specialized guidance on the relationship, intimacy, and sexuality issues my clients are faced with and work to make sure they feel heard and supported.

Everyone deserves a life they can enjoy. Together, we can address the past and present to create a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs. When circumstances become challenging, and as purpose and meaning lose their luster, having a reliable support system can make all the difference. With a background in assisting youth (ages 6-18), families, couples, and adults, I promise to provide quality care that is intentional and transformational.

I believe in counseling through compassion, authenticity, dedication, and perspective. Together we can work to find health and balance in all facets of your life; where you can transcend from pain into empowerment. Whether you are in search of stress management, lifestyle changes, or looking for relief from a more serious issue, this service is designed to provide individual counseling services for adults.