Emotionally Focused Therapists in Manchaca, TX
Through EFT and PCT, I'll create an environment that feels simply feels like two people in a room piecing together the puzzle that is you.
Welcome! And congratulations on taking your first step toward healing. Counseling can be an intimidating process, but I am here to help you strive to be your most authentic self, even if you’re struggling to know or remember who that “self” is for a time. Whether that’s because you’re a couple struggling to communicate, an individual who’s ready to unpack trauma, anxiety, or depression, a teen on a journey through a newly realized identity, a queer person ready to come out, a queer person who’s tired of coming out, someone ready for personal growth, or some unknowable "other," let's get you (re)acquainted with you.
Through EFT and PCT, I'll create an environment that feels simply feels like two people in a room piecing together the puzzle that is you.
Welcome! And congratulations on taking your first step toward healing. Counseling can be an intimidating process, but I am here to help you strive to be your most authentic self, even if you’re struggling to know or remember who that “self” is for a time. Whether that’s because you’re a couple struggling to communicate, an individual who’s ready to unpack trauma, anxiety, or depression, a teen on a journey through a newly realized identity, a queer person ready to come out, a queer person who’s tired of coming out, someone ready for personal growth, or some unknowable "other," let's get you (re)acquainted with you.
Anne's orientation is client-centered, humanistic therapy and uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as emotional focused therapy (EFT), creative therapy interventions, mindfulness, solution-focused methods, neurobiological approaches and internal family systems (IFS).
Anne specializes in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting or life changes like loss or divorce, as well as teens who are having difficulties with depression, anxiety, school challenges, friendships, ADHD or leaving home. I also work with couples who face relationship challenges.
Anne's orientation is client-centered, humanistic therapy and uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as emotional focused therapy (EFT), creative therapy interventions, mindfulness, solution-focused methods, neurobiological approaches and internal family systems (IFS).
Anne specializes in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting or life changes like loss or divorce, as well as teens who are having difficulties with depression, anxiety, school challenges, friendships, ADHD or leaving home. I also work with couples who face relationship challenges.
Sharon K Bien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, EMDR, C-PD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652 (Online Only)
Are you dealing with difficult relationships or encountering difficult people in your life? Maybe you are having a hard time setting boundaries or people in your world are not respecting the boundaries you set. Are you looking for quality relationships with quality people but you seem to keep finding the same issues? It's time to look at those patterns! I want to help you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. And understand how those patterns developed and what you can do now to change them.
Are you dealing with difficult relationships or encountering difficult people in your life? Maybe you are having a hard time setting boundaries or people in your world are not respecting the boundaries you set. Are you looking for quality relationships with quality people but you seem to keep finding the same issues? It's time to look at those patterns! I want to help you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. And understand how those patterns developed and what you can do now to change them.
Veronica Ruckh
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, LCDC
Verified Verified
Manchaca, TX 78652
Whether you’re a couple going through a transition and can’t get on the same page, an individual who’s experienced trauma that you’re ready to unpack, a teen on a journey, a queer person ready to come out, an emerging adult experiencing anxiety or depression as they go out on their own, someone struggling with changes in relationships or friendships or entering a period of growth or self-reflection, Veronica is available to help you find your way.
Whether you’re a couple going through a transition and can’t get on the same page, an individual who’s experienced trauma that you’re ready to unpack, a teen on a journey, a queer person ready to come out, an emerging adult experiencing anxiety or depression as they go out on their own, someone struggling with changes in relationships or friendships or entering a period of growth or self-reflection, Veronica is available to help you find your way.
Veronica Herrera is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, under the supervision of Asha Johnson LPC-S, who has been a consultant, accredited executive, and career coach for 20 years. Veronica conducts psychotherapy in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. She treats relational issues, self-confidence concerns, trauma, depression, demotivation, mood instability, mental turmoil, chronic stress, anxiety, anger/behavioral issues, addictive behaviors, and grief and loss as well as individuals navigating desired or unplanned change.
Veronica Herrera is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, under the supervision of Asha Johnson LPC-S, who has been a consultant, accredited executive, and career coach for 20 years. Veronica conducts psychotherapy in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. She treats relational issues, self-confidence concerns, trauma, depression, demotivation, mood instability, mental turmoil, chronic stress, anxiety, anger/behavioral issues, addictive behaviors, and grief and loss as well as individuals navigating desired or unplanned change.
Jennifer Macchiaverna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652
Have you been feeling trapped by societal expectations, questioning your personal identity, facing relationship conflicts or stifling family dynamics and experiencing work or academic stress? Do you retreat from those closest to you, get locked into a negative mental feedback loop, or look to others for approval or seek out pleasure to avoid or distract from what you're feeling inside? Whichever path you choose for comfort, it's no longer effective. Recognizing this, you seek change in your approach, acknowledging the need for a new path towards comfort and security.
Have you been feeling trapped by societal expectations, questioning your personal identity, facing relationship conflicts or stifling family dynamics and experiencing work or academic stress? Do you retreat from those closest to you, get locked into a negative mental feedback loop, or look to others for approval or seek out pleasure to avoid or distract from what you're feeling inside? Whichever path you choose for comfort, it's no longer effective. Recognizing this, you seek change in your approach, acknowledging the need for a new path towards comfort and security.
It takes a village to create the life that you want for your child. You want the best for them and only look to trusted professionals for guidance on their needs. As someone who comes from a Hispanic family (with LOTS of nieces and nephews), I know firsthand the importance of open communication and trust building as you seek assistance for them. No matter what the concern is, my primary (and ongoing) goal is to gain your family's trust. I value creating a comfortable environment for families to express their needs through any stage of the counseling process. My specialties include working with children and teens diagnosed
It takes a village to create the life that you want for your child. You want the best for them and only look to trusted professionals for guidance on their needs. As someone who comes from a Hispanic family (with LOTS of nieces and nephews), I know firsthand the importance of open communication and trust building as you seek assistance for them. No matter what the concern is, my primary (and ongoing) goal is to gain your family's trust. I value creating a comfortable environment for families to express their needs through any stage of the counseling process. My specialties include working with children and teens diagnosed
Cassandra Cantu is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPCA), being supervised by Asha Johnson LPC-S, who has worked with adolescents and adults in different settings (e.g., community, collegiate, and prison) addressing various issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, life transitions, self-compassion and mindfulness, identity, human sexuality, grief and loss, relationship and family communication issues, substance abuse and addiction, disordered eating, technology use-related issues, and others.
Cassandra Cantu is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPCA), being supervised by Asha Johnson LPC-S, who has worked with adolescents and adults in different settings (e.g., community, collegiate, and prison) addressing various issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, life transitions, self-compassion and mindfulness, identity, human sexuality, grief and loss, relationship and family communication issues, substance abuse and addiction, disordered eating, technology use-related issues, and others.
Christopher Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Manchaca, TX 78652 (Online Only)
Dr. Chris Hansen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and Nationally Certified Counselor (LPC-CS-NCC). Chris has experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are coping with severe psychological psychotic disorders, abuse, trauma, PTSD, addiction, domestic violence, and more. Given his extensive military experience, Chris has a passion for and specializes in treating military members and their families.
Dr. Chris Hansen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and Nationally Certified Counselor (LPC-CS-NCC). Chris has experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are coping with severe psychological psychotic disorders, abuse, trauma, PTSD, addiction, domestic violence, and more. Given his extensive military experience, Chris has a passion for and specializes in treating military members and their families.
Nicole M. Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Manchaca, TX 78652
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! If you are sitting at your computer perusing therapy websites, I applaud you for taking the first step and having the courage to consider whether taking a therapeutic journey is the right decision for your life. While taking this journey is not easy, I fully believe that delegating time to work on ourselves allows us to grow in a mindful and self-accepting way. Psychotherapy is not a "one size fits all process." Instead, psychotherapy should be tailored to the client. Psychotherapy is about meeting you where you are at and working towards your goals in order for you to obtain the life you desire.
Welcome! If you are sitting at your computer perusing therapy websites, I applaud you for taking the first step and having the courage to consider whether taking a therapeutic journey is the right decision for your life. While taking this journey is not easy, I fully believe that delegating time to work on ourselves allows us to grow in a mindful and self-accepting way. Psychotherapy is not a "one size fits all process." Instead, psychotherapy should be tailored to the client. Psychotherapy is about meeting you where you are at and working towards your goals in order for you to obtain the life you desire.
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My specialized training and experience in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) provides an experiential approach in working with couples-- one that builds strong and enduring emotional connection.
Do you feel disconnected from your spouse-- perpetually trying "reach" him or her, but angry, sad or frustrated at your inability to connect? Or perhaps you find yourself distancing from your marriage partner, avoiding conflict in order to feel safe, only to find yourself "walking on eggshells." You feel the pain of disconnection with the person you love, and you feel stuck; maybe it even feels hopeless at times. If only you could re-discover the bond that somehow still exists beneath the rubble of fighting, avoiding and blaming. Or, possibly your struggles are more individual than relational?
My specialized training and experience in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) provides an experiential approach in working with couples-- one that builds strong and enduring emotional connection.
Do you feel disconnected from your spouse-- perpetually trying "reach" him or her, but angry, sad or frustrated at your inability to connect? Or perhaps you find yourself distancing from your marriage partner, avoiding conflict in order to feel safe, only to find yourself "walking on eggshells." You feel the pain of disconnection with the person you love, and you feel stuck; maybe it even feels hopeless at times. If only you could re-discover the bond that somehow still exists beneath the rubble of fighting, avoiding and blaming. Or, possibly your struggles are more individual than relational?
Abundant Life Counseling Services, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST
Verified Verified
Buda, TX 78610
Each therapist on our staff of 12 has unique specialties, including therapy for adults and teens, play therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, affair recovery, EFT, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, family therapy, and premarital counseling.
Abundant Life Counseling Services, P.A., is a professional Christian counseling practice seeking to help people live and love more abundantly through practicing faith-based and traditional counseling methods. Each therapist on our staff is committed to helping you discover life beyond broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. You will be seen and known in your relational, emotional, psychological, or spiritual struggle, experiencing what it's like to be accepted, understood, and deeply challenged as your therapist joins you on a journey toward God's hope and healing.
Each therapist on our staff of 12 has unique specialties, including therapy for adults and teens, play therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, affair recovery, EFT, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, family therapy, and premarital counseling.
Abundant Life Counseling Services, P.A., is a professional Christian counseling practice seeking to help people live and love more abundantly through practicing faith-based and traditional counseling methods. Each therapist on our staff is committed to helping you discover life beyond broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. You will be seen and known in your relational, emotional, psychological, or spiritual struggle, experiencing what it's like to be accepted, understood, and deeply challenged as your therapist joins you on a journey toward God's hope and healing.
As a psychologist, I emphasize culturally responsive care provided with warmth. I take a collaborative role in my work with you by adapting my therapeutic strategies to fit your individual needs so that you are achieving the outcomes that you seek. My hope is that you will feel respected and empowered at every step of our work. My approach to therapy is integrative, utilizing primarily a combination of Cognitive Behavioral and Interpersonal techniques with a strong emphasis on the cultural and social factors that shape your life story.
As a psychologist, I emphasize culturally responsive care provided with warmth. I take a collaborative role in my work with you by adapting my therapeutic strategies to fit your individual needs so that you are achieving the outcomes that you seek. My hope is that you will feel respected and empowered at every step of our work. My approach to therapy is integrative, utilizing primarily a combination of Cognitive Behavioral and Interpersonal techniques with a strong emphasis on the cultural and social factors that shape your life story.
Jason Hewitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
Accepting new clients (August, 2024). Feeling stressed, anxious, on edge, not allowing yourself to feel happy for fear of the next bad thing that might happen. Highly sensitive, you get hurt easily and the emotions take over leaving you doubting yourself and not able to trust others. It’s getting in the way of your life and your relationships. Trying to avoid it, keep yourself busy, or think your way out of it isn’t working. Your insecurity tells you to put others first, but then you feel used or taken for granted. You so want to be seen, heard, and acknowledged.
Accepting new clients (August, 2024). Feeling stressed, anxious, on edge, not allowing yourself to feel happy for fear of the next bad thing that might happen. Highly sensitive, you get hurt easily and the emotions take over leaving you doubting yourself and not able to trust others. It’s getting in the way of your life and your relationships. Trying to avoid it, keep yourself busy, or think your way out of it isn’t working. Your insecurity tells you to put others first, but then you feel used or taken for granted. You so want to be seen, heard, and acknowledged.
Alex Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610 (Online Only)
Are you grappling with the aftermath of betrayal or broken trust in your relationship? Do you feel lost, confused, and hurt? You are not broken for not being able to move forward past this experience. Time and a safe space is often needed to make sense of the pain and trauma caused by broken trust. You do not have to move through this time alone. My aim is to provide insights regarding the effects of betrayal while empowering you and your personal strengths as you navigate relationship repair and/or as you focus on individual growth.
Are you grappling with the aftermath of betrayal or broken trust in your relationship? Do you feel lost, confused, and hurt? You are not broken for not being able to move forward past this experience. Time and a safe space is often needed to make sense of the pain and trauma caused by broken trust. You do not have to move through this time alone. My aim is to provide insights regarding the effects of betrayal while empowering you and your personal strengths as you navigate relationship repair and/or as you focus on individual growth.
While relationships are my passion, I also strive to recognize each human within the relationship; as such, many areas I work in apply to both couples and individuals. My specialties are emotional & sexual intimacy, rebuilding trust, cultural blending, self-esteem, and communication. Growth occurs most successfully when there is a willingness to self-reflect, be curious, be open to challenge & change, and consistently work between sessions. My goal is for my clients to build the necessary skills to approach difficulties on their own - rather than rely on therapy indefinitely.
While relationships are my passion, I also strive to recognize each human within the relationship; as such, many areas I work in apply to both couples and individuals. My specialties are emotional & sexual intimacy, rebuilding trust, cultural blending, self-esteem, and communication. Growth occurs most successfully when there is a willingness to self-reflect, be curious, be open to challenge & change, and consistently work between sessions. My goal is for my clients to build the necessary skills to approach difficulties on their own - rather than rely on therapy indefinitely.
Catherine Kochman Newton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748 (Online Only)
Are you having difficulties related to your relationship or sexuality? Have you struggled to find a therapist who is accepting and non-judgmental? You may be fed up with sexual concerns impacting you and/or your partner(s), feeling anxious about the prospect of discussing your sex life, and judged by your choices. One thing is for sure, you’re ready to overcome your current obstacles and feel more confident in yourself and your relationships. You’re ready to understand and own your sexuality. Most of all, you’re ready to live a life of happiness and fulfillment, whatever that looks like for you.
Are you having difficulties related to your relationship or sexuality? Have you struggled to find a therapist who is accepting and non-judgmental? You may be fed up with sexual concerns impacting you and/or your partner(s), feeling anxious about the prospect of discussing your sex life, and judged by your choices. One thing is for sure, you’re ready to overcome your current obstacles and feel more confident in yourself and your relationships. You’re ready to understand and own your sexuality. Most of all, you’re ready to live a life of happiness and fulfillment, whatever that looks like for you.
Kelli Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
In our society today, self-care is so often put to the way side and put off for "another time." I commend you on taking this step in seeking the support and help you are needing today. I would be honored to help you address the obstacles or transitions presenting a challenge in your daily living. It is my life's passion to guide people through the difficult journey of healing and unveiling of their own self-love, acceptance and understanding.
In our society today, self-care is so often put to the way side and put off for "another time." I commend you on taking this step in seeking the support and help you are needing today. I would be honored to help you address the obstacles or transitions presenting a challenge in your daily living. It is my life's passion to guide people through the difficult journey of healing and unveiling of their own self-love, acceptance and understanding.
Bradford S Colbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
I am not accepting new clients at this time. Can you define success? Nothing is wasted in striving for your success. I use a strength-based therapeutic style to enhance the positive aspects each one of us possesses. There is no one definition of success. I would like listen to what you feel is your definition of success in life. There is no other individual on the planet just like you, and I look forward to creating an unconventional and unique experience. I offer a warm, safe environment to all my clients through my ability to be approachable, kind and authentic throughout the entire therapy process.
I am not accepting new clients at this time. Can you define success? Nothing is wasted in striving for your success. I use a strength-based therapeutic style to enhance the positive aspects each one of us possesses. There is no one definition of success. I would like listen to what you feel is your definition of success in life. There is no other individual on the planet just like you, and I look forward to creating an unconventional and unique experience. I offer a warm, safe environment to all my clients through my ability to be approachable, kind and authentic throughout the entire therapy process.
Are you struggling to connect with others on a deeper level, experiencing intense emotions that seem to only lead to more anger and sadness, pushing others away with actions that don't align with who you wish to be? Do you find yourself wanting to make a change - for yourself, your partner, your child, and your family as a whole? Does it feel like this cycle will never end? I am passionate about working with people of all ages, with a specialization working with children/adolescents, to explore what holds you back from building positive connections with those you love, because deep down, we all want to be seen, heard, and accepted.
Are you struggling to connect with others on a deeper level, experiencing intense emotions that seem to only lead to more anger and sadness, pushing others away with actions that don't align with who you wish to be? Do you find yourself wanting to make a change - for yourself, your partner, your child, and your family as a whole? Does it feel like this cycle will never end? I am passionate about working with people of all ages, with a specialization working with children/adolescents, to explore what holds you back from building positive connections with those you love, because deep down, we all want to be seen, heard, and accepted.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.