Psychoanalytic Therapists in Austin, TX

My goal is to help others build fulfilling and happy lives, even through unanticipated challenges and concerns, over a lifetime of development. Listening with curiosity and a thoughtful lens, I hope to team with each person as we creatively approach and work through the issues at hand, inviting and amplifying native strengths and potentials. At times dynamic, at times simply being together with certain truths, incorporating when appropriate the healing potential of working outdoors ... walking, talking, navigating terrain and thoughts.

When our early experiences with our caregivers and families are fraught with persistent conflict, misattunement, ruptures in trust, or emotional abuse, we react to these distressing encounters by developing beliefs, feelings and behaviors to help us maintain safety within these relationships, and minimize mental and emotional pain. When these responses occur for an extended period of time, they become habitual in nature and often manifest as anxiety, depression, low self-worth and diminished self-confidence. We may also find ourselves feeling stuck, hopeless, confused and lacking a sense of purpose or deeper meaning in our lives.

As far as anyone can tell, you’ve got a great marriage and life. You’re accomplished, always loving to each other and close with friends and family. But on the inside, you have never felt so alone. Over the years you have tried to rationalize, fix, and excuse your relationship growing apart, yet it is disheartening. Something just does not feel right anymore, and you begin to realize you feel like you have a roommate rather than a partnership. Maintaining a fulfilling and loving relationship can be a challenge in today's fast paced environment.

I view therapy as a deeply transformative experience where people may discover more of who they are and ultimately find a greater sense of peace. Our suffering is often a result of a complex set of circumstances involving our sense of self, our relationships with others, our thoughts, and our feelings. I believe each person deserves to be understood in all of his or her complexity. It is only within an open and accepting relationship with another that we can begin to experience ourselves and our relationships in a new and healing way.

Overall, I work to establish strong and safe connections with my clients in order to assist them in deep healing work. While my approach is eclectic, I tend to pull ideas from somatic psychology while working from a humanistic, attachment-focused perspective. I work best with clients who want to explore how their patterns began and are commited to feeling better. I have training in Somatic Experiencing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; as well as, experience working in residential and out-patient Eating Disorder Treatment.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples from a holistic perspective, incorporating evidence-based modalities to support healing and growth. My practice is informed by the belief that healing occurs within the context of relationships. I approach therapy from a "person in the environment perspective." I help clients explore the dynamics within their families of origin and how these patterns continue to influence their current relationships and sense of self. We will also explore the importance of secure attachments in fostering emotional regulation and resilience.

Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you? Do you often place your needs last on your to-do list, wondering if life could feel better or happier? In today's world, it's common to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage relationships, careers, and life itself. Pushing your needs aside can lead to long-term challenges for both your mind and body. If you find yourself on a journey of self-discovery, searching for deeper meaning and healing from existential crises, grief, trauma, or depression, you're not alone.

Hi. I'm Andy. Welcome to a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal evolution. In other words, welcome to truly knowing yourself. Together, we'll begin a quest to confront the complexities of the human psyche and the challenges of our modern world. Drawing on the profound insights of Jungian psychology and the pragmatic wisdom of existential philosophy, our sessions are an exploration of meaning. With over 8 years of experience as a therapist and 20 years as an Austinite, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of creativity, relationship dynamics, spiritual trauma, and existential questioning.

We are a group therapy practice who works with adolescents, young adults, as well as adult populations. We provide individual, group, and family therapy. We work with clients to help them achieve a greater sense of awareness so that they may identify patterns and behaviors that interfere with living the life they want. We work with clients who tend to struggle with negative self-talk, which can manifest for some as disordered eating or a lack of self-compassion. We work with clients to understand and improve these parts of themselves. We also strive to instill a sense of hope, as we think this an important part of the process.

I believe the therapeutic relationship should be authentic and emotionally safe for you. I am practical and honest with feedback and have a laid back and warm approach. I will go at the pace you set and provide insight and encouragement. I will be respectful of your cultural, spiritual and lifestyle choices.

I am committed to supporting teens and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, difficult relationships, life-stage transitions, or addictions. By employing a person-centered approach, I enable clients to gain self-awareness and empower them to find solutions. I also help couples navigate relational challenges, whether they are early in their relationship or have been together for many years. All relationships face conflict, and I seek to guide couples to build skills to manage their conflict in a healthy manner.

People are driven by a need for connection with others: a friend, a lover, a family, a tribe. When that need is not met our hunger goes underground and turns into anxiety, depression, or addiction. These internal struggles feed fear which can lead us to isolate. Therapy provides a path back toward connection. You talk. I listen. Obstacles to our connection emerge and we begin to understand who you are, what you long for, what gets in your way. As you teach me who you are, you begin to know yourself better, to find your own voice and trust it.

I naturally work from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective and feel that collaboration and rapport are key components in the therapeutic process. My goal is to help clients heal and flourish in their lives. Through deeper emotional exploration, things that seem to keep getting us "stuck" can be examined and worked through, resulting in true healing and change. In our sessions, I work with my clients in exploring thoughts, emotions, experiences, relationships, behaviors, etc. and together we work towards a healthier and happier life.

At the heart of my work, I approach therapy from a relational, psychodynamic therapy model, which means I believe the relationship between the client and therapist can be a transformative component in the growth process. I am a LPC combining modern neurobiology with holistic somatic healing, the psychodynamic therapeutic relationship, and body-based practices to create an experiential awakening on a bodily, psychological and emotional level. I work from a somatic-centered therapeutic approach, meaning that I believe that the body tells the stories and narratives. For more information, my website is: www.kellypastori.com

I am an advanced clinician in Imago Therapy. When relationships aren't working very well or are on the brink of ending, it really feels bad; like the rug is being pulled out from under you. Often there are solvable reasons for why these things happen. I am motivated by those methods such as Imago therapy and EFT which have worked so well for so many in the past to help couples develop a high degree of safe attachment in their relationships. Something, that once they have learned how to do it, they can take with them because it is portable.

As a compassionate and seasoned therapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals, couples, and families through life's challenges. With over two decades of experience, I work with my clients to more effectively deal with relationship conflicts, emotional difficulties, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic theory, and I tailor each treatment plan to meet your unique needs. Throughout my career, I have empowered folks to overcome adversity and build more fulfilling lives.

You may feel stuck and ready for a change. You may have used your intelligence, motivation or creativity to succeed in the past, but something isn't working as well right now. You may feel disconnected in your relationships and overwhelmed by your emotions. Maybe you're very hard on yourself or have difficulty making decisions. I can help you learn to trust yourself, increase self-compassion, and improve your relationships. Therapy is a process of getting to know yourself and your strengths. Together, we can help you get clear on what you really want and develop steps to meet your goals.

I am passionate about meeting people in the mess of life and working together towards productive and positive outcome. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship based on trust and empathy. Therapy is a place where unconditional positive regard and increased awareness of the present understanding and past learning can help us move through our difficulties into a space that allows for compassion and acceptance of the self, which leads to the confidence to walk with purpose toward a better future.

Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task - when you are suffering, it can be especially difficult to make this decision. To find relief, you need to be able to connect with your provider, build trust, and explore who you are and your issues in a safe and understanding space. We might be a good fit if you are curious about yourself and want to learn more about how your mind and emotions work, particularly if your thoughts and feelings are interfering with your quality of life, or you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or have a history of trauma.