Female Therapists in Austin, TX
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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.
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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.
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I work primarily from an blend of psychodynamic and experiential viewpoints. In this structure, therapy is primarily aimed at helping clients become aware of and make productive use of deeper thoughts and feelings under the surface. As humans, over the years we suppress and manage our emotions in order to cope with everyday life, however, it is only when we acknowledge and express these emotions, that we can rediscover a passion for life.
I work primarily from an blend of psychodynamic and experiential viewpoints. In this structure, therapy is primarily aimed at helping clients become aware of and make productive use of deeper thoughts and feelings under the surface. As humans, over the years we suppress and manage our emotions in order to cope with everyday life, however, it is only when we acknowledge and express these emotions, that we can rediscover a passion for life.
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Amie Reed Skwiat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78738
Not accepting new clients
***Unable to take on new clients at this time.*** If you are having a hard time finding your identity, you struggle with feelings of anxiety or depression, and/or you find yourself addicted to something that may not be very healthy... I completely understand the feeling...I've been there too. Those who have not been on "that side of the line" have a hard time understanding what it feels like. I am here to help.
***Unable to take on new clients at this time.*** If you are having a hard time finding your identity, you struggle with feelings of anxiety or depression, and/or you find yourself addicted to something that may not be very healthy... I completely understand the feeling...I've been there too. Those who have not been on "that side of the line" have a hard time understanding what it feels like. I am here to help.
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Cristina Plessinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78702 (Online Only)
Currently Accepting New Clients! Additional weeknight and weekend session spots open as of July 1! Hi, I'm Cristina! Welcome to my practice, Grow Like a Girl. For over a decade, I've had the privilege of working alongside many incredible individuals facing challenging situations and emotions including anxiety, depression, trauma and life changes. My passion lies in supporting women as they navigate the ups and downs of life, offering a safe space where they can feel heard and understood. I've worked with a wide range of ages but I specialize in ages 16-40s.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Additional weeknight and weekend session spots open as of July 1! Hi, I'm Cristina! Welcome to my practice, Grow Like a Girl. For over a decade, I've had the privilege of working alongside many incredible individuals facing challenging situations and emotions including anxiety, depression, trauma and life changes. My passion lies in supporting women as they navigate the ups and downs of life, offering a safe space where they can feel heard and understood. I've worked with a wide range of ages but I specialize in ages 16-40s.
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Ally Hoffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Hey there! However you got here, I am glad we crossed paths and that you decided to take a look into counseling. It is no secret that sometimes we are handed some difficult circumstances, and it is my firm belief that we all need someone – someone to listen, care, and offer a safe space. Counseling is an opportunity to grow, heal, and flourish! Each and every client brings their own unique strengths to the table and I believe that these attributes can be leveraged in order to create a better quality of life. www.safespacehealingcollective.com
Hey there! However you got here, I am glad we crossed paths and that you decided to take a look into counseling. It is no secret that sometimes we are handed some difficult circumstances, and it is my firm belief that we all need someone – someone to listen, care, and offer a safe space. Counseling is an opportunity to grow, heal, and flourish! Each and every client brings their own unique strengths to the table and I believe that these attributes can be leveraged in order to create a better quality of life. www.safespacehealingcollective.com
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Valerie Tamez Supervised By Dr. Jeremy Berry Ph.d Lpc-S Ncc
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, LCDC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
Not accepting new clients
I have experience treating addiction, dual-diagnosis, and other co-occurring symptoms ranging from anxiety, depression, defiance, and even spiritual malady. There are endless reasons, unique to each individual, that plague one's existence with some form of suffering. While suffering is a normal part of life, it often becomes insidious to a thriving wellbeing and inevitably leaves one in a void from unhealthy habits and routines.
I have experience treating addiction, dual-diagnosis, and other co-occurring symptoms ranging from anxiety, depression, defiance, and even spiritual malady. There are endless reasons, unique to each individual, that plague one's existence with some form of suffering. While suffering is a normal part of life, it often becomes insidious to a thriving wellbeing and inevitably leaves one in a void from unhealthy habits and routines.
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Are you struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or a painful past that is affecting your life now? Or is something else interfering with your ability to be happy - and you need help making sense of it?
Are you struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or a painful past that is affecting your life now? Or is something else interfering with your ability to be happy - and you need help making sense of it?
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Roberta Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Complicated grief reactions, marital and family conflict, and managing major life challenges and change are the main issues I address in psychotherapy. Besides providing traditional office-based therapy, a special program combining office and remote sessions is available, to fit the schedules of Austin's frequent business travelers. An assessment is required before combination office/remote services can be offered, to insure the appropriateness of this offering for you. Please visit my website at http://psychotherapyonboard.com
Complicated grief reactions, marital and family conflict, and managing major life challenges and change are the main issues I address in psychotherapy. Besides providing traditional office-based therapy, a special program combining office and remote sessions is available, to fit the schedules of Austin's frequent business travelers. An assessment is required before combination office/remote services can be offered, to insure the appropriateness of this offering for you. Please visit my website at http://psychotherapyonboard.com
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My name is Maira and my pronouns are she/her/ella. I ideally would like to work with college-aged, first-generation Latinas however, I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I see a variety of presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, school issues, and behavioral issues. Individuals who would benefit from working with me are those seeking a bilingual Latinx therapist. I provide prescriptive therapy and use a strength-based perspective. My goal is to assist and guide clients to their version of success, by giving kindness, respecting you, and challenging you when needed.
My name is Maira and my pronouns are she/her/ella. I ideally would like to work with college-aged, first-generation Latinas however, I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I see a variety of presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, school issues, and behavioral issues. Individuals who would benefit from working with me are those seeking a bilingual Latinx therapist. I provide prescriptive therapy and use a strength-based perspective. My goal is to assist and guide clients to their version of success, by giving kindness, respecting you, and challenging you when needed.
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Andrea Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78752
My clients are those that want to better themselves in some way, but are not quite sure what they want or how to get there. I love working with those of you that are making major life transitions, such as going to college, getting a new job, moving to a new location, changing a relationship status, etc. Sometimes when we feel stuck in a particular position, our potential gets stuck with us. I love working with eager folks that are ready to start confronting their yuckiness in life. Even if you're not sure where to start, or just want help in general- I LOVE that. And I get you!
My clients are those that want to better themselves in some way, but are not quite sure what they want or how to get there. I love working with those of you that are making major life transitions, such as going to college, getting a new job, moving to a new location, changing a relationship status, etc. Sometimes when we feel stuck in a particular position, our potential gets stuck with us. I love working with eager folks that are ready to start confronting their yuckiness in life. Even if you're not sure where to start, or just want help in general- I LOVE that. And I get you!
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Overcome Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, CRC, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” -Maya Angelou These words highlight my passion in helping my clients to discover their strengths and step forward to improve their overall mental health. Many individuals are unhappy because they do not accept circumstances or things they are unable to change (the past; what others think, feel, say, or do) or else have no control over (the weather, traffic, natural disasters, and lost time).
“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” -Maya Angelou These words highlight my passion in helping my clients to discover their strengths and step forward to improve their overall mental health. Many individuals are unhappy because they do not accept circumstances or things they are unable to change (the past; what others think, feel, say, or do) or else have no control over (the weather, traffic, natural disasters, and lost time).
![Photo of Jill Hokanson, LCSW-S, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bdbf67fa-a775-4db6-be14-eec488030004/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi! I am honored that you would consider entrusting me with your story. People usually come to me when they are feeling exhausted, unsure, or fed up with how things are going in their lives and hoping for relief and renewal. I specialize in therapy for helpers, pleasers, folks with anxiety, parents, adult children of immigrants, and women with difficult moms. I help people practice searching inside themselves to make sense of their feelings, discover what they need and want, create better boundaries, and bloom with confidence to go after their biggest goals.
Hi! I am honored that you would consider entrusting me with your story. People usually come to me when they are feeling exhausted, unsure, or fed up with how things are going in their lives and hoping for relief and renewal. I specialize in therapy for helpers, pleasers, folks with anxiety, parents, adult children of immigrants, and women with difficult moms. I help people practice searching inside themselves to make sense of their feelings, discover what they need and want, create better boundaries, and bloom with confidence to go after their biggest goals.
![Photo of Sue B. Nazar, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/089addc4-9cb4-4ef2-84af-7bc875c4d869/1/320x400.jpeg)
Pain can be a powerful motivator. I know you can't imagine this right now, but someday, you will be so grateful for the discomfort, because without it, you may never have had the motivation to ask for help... Asking for help is not a weakness. It is so important that you recognize that there is no reason for you to have to "do this alone". I am trauma-informed and can help you recognize the steps towards your healing journey.
Pain can be a powerful motivator. I know you can't imagine this right now, but someday, you will be so grateful for the discomfort, because without it, you may never have had the motivation to ask for help... Asking for help is not a weakness. It is so important that you recognize that there is no reason for you to have to "do this alone". I am trauma-informed and can help you recognize the steps towards your healing journey.
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Emily D. Harrington-Cheney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, IRT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Waitlist for new clients
Our early years have a big impact on how we operate as adults. Our ways of being and personal struggles can often be traced back to our family of origin. How you were parented, the role you played in your family, the defenses you learned to get by or survive – these stay with you and inform how you operate in the world and in your relationships. Whatever your own history may have been, there's a place for what you learned and how you adapted; after all, it’s gotten you this far. But some of those early lessons have outlasted their usefulness and no longer serve you, leading to anxiety, depression, or chronic disconnection.
Our early years have a big impact on how we operate as adults. Our ways of being and personal struggles can often be traced back to our family of origin. How you were parented, the role you played in your family, the defenses you learned to get by or survive – these stay with you and inform how you operate in the world and in your relationships. Whatever your own history may have been, there's a place for what you learned and how you adapted; after all, it’s gotten you this far. But some of those early lessons have outlasted their usefulness and no longer serve you, leading to anxiety, depression, or chronic disconnection.
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Meghan Krasnoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745 (Online Only)
You have achieved so much, but you just can't feel satisfied in what you're doing. Maybe you've been worrying too much, feeling unlike yourself, feeling a little lost or down. Maybe you're just lacking the support you need and deserve to truly improve things. I'd love to help you cultivate deeper understanding and compassion for yourself and gain some new tools to navigate life's challenges. I always say change is easier when you've got the right support. I've been told that I'm super easy to connect and feel safe with. Often, I hear this from folks who have tried but haven't found the right fit in a therapist yet!
You have achieved so much, but you just can't feel satisfied in what you're doing. Maybe you've been worrying too much, feeling unlike yourself, feeling a little lost or down. Maybe you're just lacking the support you need and deserve to truly improve things. I'd love to help you cultivate deeper understanding and compassion for yourself and gain some new tools to navigate life's challenges. I always say change is easier when you've got the right support. I've been told that I'm super easy to connect and feel safe with. Often, I hear this from folks who have tried but haven't found the right fit in a therapist yet!
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Monti Pal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759 (Online Only)
Please note that I am private pay only and my sliding scale spots are full. I focus on helping clients identify and attain their own personal goals in therapy. I believe in empowering clients while compassionately guiding them through the therapy process with a mind-body approach to healing. I have worked with a broad and diverse groups of people with issues related to academics, career development, trauma, family relationships, lgbtqia specific issues, domestic violence, romantic relationships, anxiety, depression, and grief. I look forward to hearing from you! Please note that I am not paneled with any insurance companies.
Please note that I am private pay only and my sliding scale spots are full. I focus on helping clients identify and attain their own personal goals in therapy. I believe in empowering clients while compassionately guiding them through the therapy process with a mind-body approach to healing. I have worked with a broad and diverse groups of people with issues related to academics, career development, trauma, family relationships, lgbtqia specific issues, domestic violence, romantic relationships, anxiety, depression, and grief. I look forward to hearing from you! Please note that I am not paneled with any insurance companies.
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I provide psychotherapy that specializes in supporting those experiencing burnout, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma/PTSD, and substance use challenges. My past experience as a litigator makes me especially adept at helping the attorney community. After practicing law for over 20 years, and serving as Director of the Texas Lawyers’ Assistance Program, I have an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges and demands within the legal profession. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for professionals to navigate the complexities of stress and regain balance in their lives.
I provide psychotherapy that specializes in supporting those experiencing burnout, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma/PTSD, and substance use challenges. My past experience as a litigator makes me especially adept at helping the attorney community. After practicing law for over 20 years, and serving as Director of the Texas Lawyers’ Assistance Program, I have an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges and demands within the legal profession. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for professionals to navigate the complexities of stress and regain balance in their lives.
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Cassandra Hesse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CST
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78727 (Online Only)
Sex Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and All Relationship Lifestyles. Do you struggle with depression or anxiety within your relationship(s)? Do you not see eye-to-eye with your partner(s)? Do you struggle with meeting people but desire human interaction? What about struggling with sexual intimacy and having a hard time finding a therapist to talk freely about your Sex Life?
Sex Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and All Relationship Lifestyles. Do you struggle with depression or anxiety within your relationship(s)? Do you not see eye-to-eye with your partner(s)? Do you struggle with meeting people but desire human interaction? What about struggling with sexual intimacy and having a hard time finding a therapist to talk freely about your Sex Life?
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Ann Elise Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
Starting to see a new therapist — or your very first therapist — can be a confusing, daunting process. I get how uncomfortable it feels to be vulnerable with someone you don’t know yet, and I’m committed to honoring the bravery it takes to do that. I’m all about approaching my clients from an accepting, compassionate, and nonjudgmental place. At the same time, I believe truly caring about my clients means helping them see where change is necessary to live more fulfilling, values-driven lives.
Starting to see a new therapist — or your very first therapist — can be a confusing, daunting process. I get how uncomfortable it feels to be vulnerable with someone you don’t know yet, and I’m committed to honoring the bravery it takes to do that. I’m all about approaching my clients from an accepting, compassionate, and nonjudgmental place. At the same time, I believe truly caring about my clients means helping them see where change is necessary to live more fulfilling, values-driven lives.
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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.