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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years of experience supporting adults through mood disorders, addiction, and life challenges. I began my career as a chemical dependency counselor and now specialize in helping clients build coping skills that support lasting growth and change.
I earned my Master’s in Rehabilitative Counseling from the University of North Texas. I use cognitive behavioral therapy and rational emotive behavior therapy to tailor care to each client’s needs. I focus on creating a collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported while working toward their goals.
I understand how important it is to have someone in your corner who listens without judgment. My goal as your counselor is to help you succeed and feel supported every step of the way. You can expect me to be attentive, compassionate, and committed to helping you achieve meaningful progress.
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Paul DeLew is a Licensed Professional Counselor and graduated from National Louis University in Chicago. He has experience in trea...
Paul DeLew is a Licensed Professional Counselor and graduated from National Louis University in Chicago. He has experience in treating a wide range of mental Illnesses, including panic disorder, generalized anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, and sexual abuse. He treats adolescents, young adults, and adults, creating a specialized treatment to best help each client.
Paul utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, solution-based therapy as well as other treatment modalities. He is successful at quickly building rapport in order to create a trusting, safe environment, and he provides a nonjudgemental attitude where clients feel free to express themselves. He understands that each person is a unique individual and will guide you through your specialized treatment to help you live your best self.
As a strengths- and mindfulness-based counselor, I create a space where you can breathe a little easier, reconnect with your value...
As a strengths- and mindfulness-based counselor, I create a space where you can breathe a little easier, reconnect with your values, and make choices that feel more aligned with who you are.
I am a licensed professional counselor associate, LPC Associate who is under the supervision of John Joslin LPC-S, with 2 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, life transitions, and the stress of uncertainty. I work with individuals who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and are seeking greater clarity, balance, and emotional understanding. I tailor sessions to each client, creating space for reflection, curiosity, and practical tools that support growth and emotional awareness.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Louisiana. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, incorporating mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, existential therapy, and child-centered play therapy.
If you’re feeling uncertain, stuck, or navigating a season of change, you don’t have to do it alone. Counseling can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and move forward with intention. I strive to create a supportive environment where you feel heard and empowered as we work together toward meaningful and lasting change.
I believe that psychiatric care should focus on providing clients with individualized treatment plans to meet their specific needs...
I believe that psychiatric care should focus on providing clients with individualized treatment plans to meet their specific needs, which may include medication management and supportive psychotherapy.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. My approach integrates both psychotherapy and medication management to address a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I strive to help each client reach their optimal level of functioning physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
I earned my Master’s in Nursing from the University of Texas. My approach blends psychopharmacology and holistic methods to create treatment plans that support the whole person, mind and body. I believe in fostering self-awareness, resilience, and emotional balance through collaborative and individualized care.
Sometimes when dealing with life, you may feel alone, but you are not. I invite you to take the next step in your mental health journey. Together, we can work toward healing, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose and peace.
My personal intersectionalities and open-mindedness allows me to understand the importance of background when working towards well...
My personal intersectionalities and open-mindedness allows me to understand the importance of background when working towards wellness.c
Kammille Harvey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with extensive experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. She works with young adults, adults, and older adults, and brings a grounded, relational approach to clients navigating depression, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, boundary setting, relational challenges, and major life transitions.
Kammille earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio. She has specialized training in trauma-informed care and integrates a person-centered, culturally responsive framework to ensure that each client’s treatment is tailored to their unique needs, strengths, and lived experiences.
She has first-hand experience overcoming life's adversity and constant change. Utilizing a combination of personal experience and a holistic approach, Kammille is able to help her clients improve their quality of life. Schedule your first session with her today.
As a therapist, I view the journey like this: "It is to look pain in the eye and imply 'this is not too much for me. I can sit in ...
As a therapist, I view the journey like this: "It is to look pain in the eye and imply 'this is not too much for me. I can sit in this with you.'"
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. I specialize in working with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction, emotional dysregulation, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, and relationship issues. I enjoy helping individuals who want to build self-awareness, create meaningful change, and develop stronger connections with themselves and others.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and eye movement desensitization reprocessing.
I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to grow and heal. I work with adolescents, adults, and families facing life transitions, recovery, or relationship challenges, and I am dedicated to helping clients build resilience and live more balanced, fulfilling lives.
I am a married mother of three children who are 20, 11 and 9 years old. I enjoy reading and have been a member of a book club for ...
I am a married mother of three children who are 20, 11 and 9 years old. I enjoy reading and have been a member of a book club for 11 years. Book club is an integral part of my self-care and love discussing the monthly book as well as life's ups and downs. I also love watching my children play sports. As a family-oriented working mother and wife, I understand the unique and intricate family dynamics of raising a family and balancing work along with individual interests and would love to work with you along your growth and exploration of the intricacies of family/life balance.
Irma Lizette Anguiano is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She goes by her middle name, Lizette. Lizette has been in the mental health field for 15 years and has worked in a variety of settings. She specializes in helping clients with depression, anxiety, parenting issues, work-related stress, and motivation/confidence. She is passionate about helping her clients during difficult times and when facing transitions in life.
Lizette completed her Master of Mental Health Counseling at Webster University's remote campus located at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. She went on to complete her training as a Licensed Professional Counselor and is licensed to practice in the state of Texas. She has worked in various settings and with a variety of populations. Her experience spans 14 years and has worked with children and families, parole and probation, as well as in an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Lizette understands the array of ways in which mental help affects families and individuals. She utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy depending on each client's needs. Her approach when working with clients is leading with empathy and understanding.
The therapeutic journey is a process that can take time. Lizette embarks on this journey alongside her clients to work together at their own pace. Her goal is to provide each client with a safe space where they can discuss concerns and issues in a judgment-free environment. She hopes to help her clients find strategies to better cope with the demands of life and increase their confidence in their ability to evolve and gain a greater perspective on the struggles they are facing.
I am a firm believer in everybody’s potential to achieve well-being. My approach to therapy is based on principles of positive psy...
I am a firm believer in everybody’s potential to achieve well-being. My approach to therapy is based on principles of positive psychology: We all have strengths and a purpose to fulfill; we can regulate emotions and rule thoughts and behavior to build gratification.
Veronica Herrera is a Licensed Professional Counselor 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 works with clients to help them uncover and process their truths as they learn coping mechanisms and utilize their psychological resources.
With a Master’s in Counseling, Veronica earned graduate degrees in Business and Marketing, Organizational Change, and Positive Psychology. Veronica utilizes cognitive behavioral techniques integrated with DBT, REBT, and existential psychology. Veronica intends for the client to leave each session with a sense of accomplishment, a breakthrough, or a new tool.
If you are in early adulthood, mid-life, or senior years and find yourself lacking mental clarity or motivation, Veronica invites you to schedule an appointment and chat.
As a therapist, it is my job to provide you with an atmosphere where you feel safe to be completely honest, genuine, and vulnerabl...
As a therapist, it is my job to provide you with an atmosphere where you feel safe to be completely honest, genuine, and vulnerable about who you are and what you want and need without fear of judgment or disapproval.
Amanda Bailey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. She specializes in trauma, grief and loss, relationship and marital concerns, family dynamics, adoption, parenting, and mood disorders. Amanda is especially experienced working with adolescents and adults, providing compassionate care through forensic and clinical assessments, case management, and therapeutic interventions.
Amanda earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Louisiana State University. She has expertise in adoption social work, psychometric testing, and group therapy in psychiatric and forensic settings, drawing on eclectic, strengths-based approaches.
Amanda believes seeking therapy takes courage and is the first step toward change. She helps clients untangle difficult life experiences and replace them with hope and stability. She is passionate about empowering clients to embrace growth and live meaningful lives.
Growing up in the African American community, I witnessed the stigma and reluctance surrounding mental health. I became a psycholo...
Growing up in the African American community, I witnessed the stigma and reluctance surrounding mental health. I became a psychologist to reduce misunderstanding of what psychotherapy is, as this is often what keeps many people from getting the help they so desperately need.
Brandy Banks is a Licensed Psychologist with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Brandy has worked with adolescents, adults, seniors, and the LGBTQ community to address issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, and various personality disorders. She has spent time in private practice along with inpatient and forensic settings.
Brandy received her doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. Brandy utilizes behavioral approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based methods to give clients the skills to manage life’s challenges.
Life can be overwhelming and stressful, but you don’t have to navigate your struggles alone. Brandy strives to create a safe and welcoming environment. Please reach out today to discuss options for beginning your journey toward peace and healing.
As I progress in my journey in life, I am determined to partner with people to transform their lives....
As I progress in my journey in life, I am determined to partner with people to transform their lives.
Gay Hunter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate in partnering with adults to transform their lives. Gay specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Gay completed her Master of Divinity at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. She has been a single mother for 40 years with ample experience in child rearing and being supportive of adult children. Her life experiences coupled with her professional experience enable her to build a partnership that will help you transform your life.
Gay utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and cognitive processing therapy for PTSD (CPT) along with educating you on the connection between the brain, body, and mind and adverse childhood experiences.
We all go through times when it is beneficial to talk to a mental health professional. Gay is confident that she would be able to partner with you to learn new skills to transform your life. If you are ready to start your journey to transform your life, schedule and appointment with her today.
Therapy is a safe space for you to share openly about your concerns each week, explore different perspectives of problems, and mak...
Therapy is a safe space for you to share openly about your concerns each week, explore different perspectives of problems, and make decisions based on what is most important and meaningful to you.
Simone Ducloux is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about providing treatment for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, compulsive behaviors, and body image concerns. During her experience counseling adults in a community clinic setting, and her experience counseling young adults in a college counseling center, and her experience counseling adults in a community clinic setting, as well as young adults in a college counseling center, Simone developed a strong awareness of the important roles that creativity and self-compassion play in helping people connect with their strengths and trust themselves to work through challenges.
Simone completed her Bachelor of Music (BM) and her Master of Music (MM) in Piano at the University of Texas. She completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling at Texas State University.
Simone has a warm and attentive style and integrates clinical perspectives and evidence-based techniques from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and person-centered/humanistic approaches into her practice. It can feel lonely and confusing to navigate through life’s difficulties in the absence of a therapeutic relationship with someone who can help you process your thoughts and feelings, and to connect with your inner resources, so that you may build skills to find meaning and worth in all of your experiences, as you work toward your goals.
I believe people thrive with connection and support. Connection to self, connection to others, and connection to something bigger ...
I believe people thrive with connection and support. Connection to self, connection to others, and connection to something bigger than ourselves.
Ashley Ratcliffe is a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with individuals, families, and couples. She is passionate about helping others find the link between the way we process emotions and how we experience the world. Ashley specializes in anxiety, adjustment, relationship issues, and parent coaching.
Ashley completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Ashley utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and Family Systems theoretical lenses.
If you feel Ashley would be a good fit, let's get started! She would love to get to know you and hear more about your story.
Sue Wendelin is a Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist (LMFT) who has over 36 years of professional experience working with chil...
Sue Wendelin is a Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist (LMFT) who has over 36 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families with a wide variety of treatment needs. She specializes in assisting clients who are struggling with career-related issues, coping skills, family conflict, grief, mental stress, parenting, academic issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger issues, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, and more.
Sue has an eclectic approach with a variety of techniques, including cognitive behavioral methods (CBT), family systems techniques, parent-child interaction (PCIT) approaches, person-centered methods, play therapy, sandplay, and solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT).
Sue will listen and create a safe space to help unburden the load of pain and struggles that are holding you down. The simplicity of having a warm, understanding, and actively listening ear can be healing during times of great stress. She wants to provide that outlet, and help you work towards emotional freedom.
As a queer, neurodivergent man, I understand the unique issues of identity exploration and mental health as it relates to intersec...
As a queer, neurodivergent man, I understand the unique issues of identity exploration and mental health as it relates to intersectionality.
Alec Leerburger-Mahl is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience. He is a supportive therapist helping individuals struggling with anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt, especially in the Queer community. He offers a safe space to process emotions, tackle challenges, and build confidence. Whether it’s relationships, career stress, or self-advocacy, Alec works with clients to develop strategies for growth and resilience.
Alec earned his Master’s in Clinical Rehabilitation and Counseling from Louisiana State University. He prioritizes authentic connections with clients, blending cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, Gestalt, and solution-focused therapy. He collaborates to create tailored strategies that inspire growth and meaningful change.
Alec helps those struggling with many modalities, especially when self-advocacy feels difficult. He offers a supportive space to explore these challenges and build confidence. Reach out today!
Janet "Kaye" Love is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is experienced in working with youth, parents, and families as well as ...
Janet "Kaye" Love is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is experienced in working with youth, parents, and families as well as individual adults. Kaye has over 8 years of experience working with individuals with developmental and learning disabilities, including Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in Special Education and Vocational Rehabilitation. Her approach blends Solution Focused, Cognitive, Psychodynamic, Psycho-educational, and Mindfulness-based techniques, Play therapy is available for children ages six to ten. She is experienced in providing spiritually sensitive counseling to clients who identify with diverse belief systems including Buddhism, Christianity, Ethical Humanism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Wicca.
Kaye is passionate about assisting individuals to explore and enhance their sense of meaning and purpose in life in a way that is sensitive to and respectful of their religious or non-religious understanding. She understands the challenges of developing an appreciation of a personal skill set that is unique, positive self-esteem, and creative workarounds for functional limitations, as well as the difficulties involved in navigating education, employment, healthcare, and community organizations designed for those with typicality.
Kaye is focused to help you alleviate distress by developing ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that increase your experience of well-being. She focuses on potential solutions instead of problems, which helps you move toward your goals. Kaye will help you understand the dynamics of your situation and discover how your thoughts and beliefs affect your emotions and behaviors. You will learn to observe your thoughts, revise limiting conditioning, develop new ways of thinking that evoke more positive emotions, and become more able to resolve issues independently.
As a mom, emotional connection with family and self-empowerment is a daily practice....
As a mom, emotional connection with family and self-empowerment is a daily practice.
Faviola Diaz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 4 years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups of all ages. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, family issues, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Faviola has spent time as a social worker in the legal system and enjoys empowering others to better understand their thoughts and feelings.
Faviola received her Master’s in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients facing intrusive thoughts and behaviors. Faviola also uses trauma-focused therapy and other evidence-based methods.
We all experience life differently, which is what makes us unique. You do not need to give up on who you are. Seek support from someone who will help you understand your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. Schedule an appointment with Faviola today!
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My go-to approaches for treating anxiety are CBT and mindfulness skills. I find the best benefit in mindfulness skills because they teach people that they can be in charge of their emotions.
I teach the following tools in anxiety therapy: deep breathing, mindfulness, and challenging thoughts.
I know a client has made progress with their anxiety when they report less frequency and duration of their anxiety symptoms.
Clients can supplement their time in anxiety therapy by doing some exercise.
To prepare for your first anxiety therapy session, you can just bring yourself and try to keep an open mind.
Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Austin, TX can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Austin therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Austin is located in the Northcross Center near Research Blvd and Burnet Rd, off US-183. It is close to Hill Elementary School and a short distance from Regal Gateway.
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