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Conscious Grace Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78750
Conscious Grace is about finding a way to let go of the striving and the pressure and to build an identity and spirituality that is aligned with your honest feelings, thoughts and experiences.
At Conscious Grace Therapy, I work with clients to explore their relationship to self and to develop a life that is a more authentic expression of who they are and how they actually experience the world. My clients often identify feeling so overwhelmed by expectations, responsibilities and challenging experiences that being honest with what they feel, need, desire or experience is often not a realistic option. Instead, they live in the tension of striving to be the person they need to be or are supposed to be.
Conscious Grace is about finding a way to let go of the striving and the pressure and to build an identity and spirituality that is aligned with your honest feelings, thoughts and experiences.
At Conscious Grace Therapy, I work with clients to explore their relationship to self and to develop a life that is a more authentic expression of who they are and how they actually experience the world. My clients often identify feeling so overwhelmed by expectations, responsibilities and challenging experiences that being honest with what they feel, need, desire or experience is often not a realistic option. Instead, they live in the tension of striving to be the person they need to be or are supposed to be.
(512) 710-2124 View (512) 710-2124
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Melinda Rothouse
MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
I am a professional creativity, leadership, and career coach, consultant, educator, and facilitator based in Austin, Texas. My areas of focus in coaching include mindfulness, creativity, organizational psychology, existential issues, spirituality, and life transitions, drawing inspiration from humanistic, existential, positive, transpersonal, and Jungian depth psychology. I help individuals and organizations tap into their innate creativity for greater insight, innovation, collaboration, and resilience. While my Ph.D. is in psychology / creativity studies, I am not a therapist or clinical psychologist, so I cannot accept insurance.
I am a professional creativity, leadership, and career coach, consultant, educator, and facilitator based in Austin, Texas. My areas of focus in coaching include mindfulness, creativity, organizational psychology, existential issues, spirituality, and life transitions, drawing inspiration from humanistic, existential, positive, transpersonal, and Jungian depth psychology. I help individuals and organizations tap into their innate creativity for greater insight, innovation, collaboration, and resilience. While my Ph.D. is in psychology / creativity studies, I am not a therapist or clinical psychologist, so I cannot accept insurance.
(512) 666-3819 View (512) 666-3819
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Kathryn Whistler Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Mindfulness and Spirituality are two areas I explore with most of my clients, working to help support individuals committed to living their best lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - My ideal client is someone who is feeling stagnant in their life and longing for more, more meaning, more joy, more balance. I also specialize in working with adults who have experienced childhood trauma that currently effects their ability to build healthy relationships, maintain emotional balance, and/or pursue their goals. I enjoy working with people as they move through life transitions, anything from the loss of a loved one to identity milestones. Additionally, I offer a number of spiritual and energy services that support a holistic approach to healing.
Mindfulness and Spirituality are two areas I explore with most of my clients, working to help support individuals committed to living their best lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - My ideal client is someone who is feeling stagnant in their life and longing for more, more meaning, more joy, more balance. I also specialize in working with adults who have experienced childhood trauma that currently effects their ability to build healthy relationships, maintain emotional balance, and/or pursue their goals. I enjoy working with people as they move through life transitions, anything from the loss of a loved one to identity milestones. Additionally, I offer a number of spiritual and energy services that support a holistic approach to healing.
(202) 499-7359 View (202) 499-7359
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Mia Pastel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
My areas of focus include family of origin issues, single incident traumas, and incorporation of religion & spirituality.
I offer support through the combination of evidence-based practices and warm, authentic connection. I use a collaborative and holistic approach to tailor the therapeutic process to your specific needs. Is a recent or past trauma is manifesting in ways that interfere with your ability to live a life of wellness? Are you acting or reacting in ways that are incongruent with your authentic self? Are you having trouble connecting to yourself or others, or struggling to maintain sustainable relationships? Do you simply want a mental health professional to walk with you through life’s many challenges and complexities?
My areas of focus include family of origin issues, single incident traumas, and incorporation of religion & spirituality.
I offer support through the combination of evidence-based practices and warm, authentic connection. I use a collaborative and holistic approach to tailor the therapeutic process to your specific needs. Is a recent or past trauma is manifesting in ways that interfere with your ability to live a life of wellness? Are you acting or reacting in ways that are incongruent with your authentic self? Are you having trouble connecting to yourself or others, or struggling to maintain sustainable relationships? Do you simply want a mental health professional to walk with you through life’s many challenges and complexities?
(737) 228-3949 View (737) 228-3949
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Alisa Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745
For those desiring a deeper dive, I offer an intensive retreat-like experience, virtual and in person, which can include energy work, Contemplative and Esoteric spirituality, Intuitive Tarot readings and ceremony.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
For those desiring a deeper dive, I offer an intensive retreat-like experience, virtual and in person, which can include energy work, Contemplative and Esoteric spirituality, Intuitive Tarot readings and ceremony.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
(512) 337-4822 View (512) 337-4822
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Emily Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience through practice, teaching, and research in life transitions, couples work, sexuality, spirituality, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, parenting, ADHD, grief, issues of diversity, and LGBTQIA-related issues.
I get what it feels like to feel stuck...seemingly unable to move forward or backward. At my group practice, Unstuck, we are professional therapists and counselors who seek to provide genuine, confidential, safe, and healing space for anyone who feels stuck in life. We focus on individuals and couples working through relationship struggles, symptoms of depression or anxiety, navigating life transitions, coming out trauma, dealing with family dynamics, spiritual questioning, or anything that makes them feel stuck or trapped in their current circumstances.
I have extensive experience through practice, teaching, and research in life transitions, couples work, sexuality, spirituality, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, parenting, ADHD, grief, issues of diversity, and LGBTQIA-related issues.
I get what it feels like to feel stuck...seemingly unable to move forward or backward. At my group practice, Unstuck, we are professional therapists and counselors who seek to provide genuine, confidential, safe, and healing space for anyone who feels stuck in life. We focus on individuals and couples working through relationship struggles, symptoms of depression or anxiety, navigating life transitions, coming out trauma, dealing with family dynamics, spiritual questioning, or anything that makes them feel stuck or trapped in their current circumstances.
(512) 543-2692 View (512) 543-2692
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Lara Wulsin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Are you struggling to feel happy, fulfilled, authentic and/or connected? Do you feel caught in repeating cycles and patterns you would like to move on from? I hear you and I get it. As a therapist, my passion is for supporting you as you engage your own strengths in the process of change and transformation. I work with a variety of issues, including life purpose, transitions, depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting, midlife unravelings, trauma, stress management, grief and loss, high sensitivity and spirituality, among others. I work with individuals and couples, offering a mindfulness-based approach to therapy.
Are you struggling to feel happy, fulfilled, authentic and/or connected? Do you feel caught in repeating cycles and patterns you would like to move on from? I hear you and I get it. As a therapist, my passion is for supporting you as you engage your own strengths in the process of change and transformation. I work with a variety of issues, including life purpose, transitions, depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting, midlife unravelings, trauma, stress management, grief and loss, high sensitivity and spirituality, among others. I work with individuals and couples, offering a mindfulness-based approach to therapy.
(512) 430-5056 View (512) 430-5056
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Zina Krivoruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 73344  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, teachers, creative minds, and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills, and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, teachers, creative minds, and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills, and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
(503) 436-6398 View (503) 436-6398
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Austin Parsons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I walk alongside clients struggling with mood disorders, conflict resolution, grief, trauma, executive functioning, boundaries, delayed adolescence, addiction, spirituality, communication, identity, and personality disorders.
If you're looking for lasting change, more fulfilling relationships, and meaningful connection, then let's begin. Whatever brings you to therapy, there is hope. Together we will observe how the events in your life have formed deep rooted beliefs about how the world will respond to you. I believe that change happens in the context of relationships. Our therapeutic relationship will work to ease your distress and equip you towards transformation. We haven't been promised not to experience pain in this life, but I believe we are not meant to experience it alone.
I walk alongside clients struggling with mood disorders, conflict resolution, grief, trauma, executive functioning, boundaries, delayed adolescence, addiction, spirituality, communication, identity, and personality disorders.
If you're looking for lasting change, more fulfilling relationships, and meaningful connection, then let's begin. Whatever brings you to therapy, there is hope. Together we will observe how the events in your life have formed deep rooted beliefs about how the world will respond to you. I believe that change happens in the context of relationships. Our therapeutic relationship will work to ease your distress and equip you towards transformation. We haven't been promised not to experience pain in this life, but I believe we are not meant to experience it alone.
(469) 789-2672 View (469) 789-2672
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Natalie Brunelle-Tran
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78723
My counseling approach centers the client through compassionate presence and I draw from a mix of humanistic orientation, multicultural counseling, career counseling, feminist theory, relational-cultural theory, Internal Family Systems, positive psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, spirituality, creativity, mindfulness, and trauma-informed theory.
Finding the right therapist can be difficult, maybe you have asked yourself questions like “will they “get” me?”, “do they know what it’s like to feel torn in multiple directions?” Or maybe, if you are anything like me, you have asked yourself “is there something wrong with me?”, “where are the therapists that look, even vaguely, like me?” As a half-Asian, bicultural woman of color, I’m passionate about supporting others who live at the intersection of multiple identities.
My counseling approach centers the client through compassionate presence and I draw from a mix of humanistic orientation, multicultural counseling, career counseling, feminist theory, relational-cultural theory, Internal Family Systems, positive psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, spirituality, creativity, mindfulness, and trauma-informed theory.
Finding the right therapist can be difficult, maybe you have asked yourself questions like “will they “get” me?”, “do they know what it’s like to feel torn in multiple directions?” Or maybe, if you are anything like me, you have asked yourself “is there something wrong with me?”, “where are the therapists that look, even vaguely, like me?” As a half-Asian, bicultural woman of color, I’m passionate about supporting others who live at the intersection of multiple identities.
(512) 877-6682 View (512) 877-6682
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Whitney Granado
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
I will approach you with respect and openness on your personal spirituality.
My counseling approach centers on my unwavering, optimistic faith that you have the potential for an authentic and happy life. I believe all people have the capacity for positive growth and this faith and belief will be present throughout our work. In session, I will give you a safe space, stay present with you, be curious about all that makes you unique, and remain flexible to your needs in the moment. We will use present moment experiences to increase your awareness while incorporating mindfulness, experiential, and somatic exercises.
I will approach you with respect and openness on your personal spirituality.
My counseling approach centers on my unwavering, optimistic faith that you have the potential for an authentic and happy life. I believe all people have the capacity for positive growth and this faith and belief will be present throughout our work. In session, I will give you a safe space, stay present with you, be curious about all that makes you unique, and remain flexible to your needs in the moment. We will use present moment experiences to increase your awareness while incorporating mindfulness, experiential, and somatic exercises.
(512) 548-2880 View (512) 548-2880
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Leslie Woodworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
For those interested, my spirituality specialty includes discussions about God or religious and other practices that help uncover strengths in faith and forgiveness as well as paths to connectedness.
I have a loving, direct approach with clear communication, a relaxed, non-judgmental style creating ease in therapy, and an intuitive ability to connect and help others re-connect. I love working with people who seek to deepen themselves and have more intimate connection with their loved ones, whether that's a child, spouse, parent or other relationship. I want to know who you are, and am here to listen and to be with you exactly where you are in this process. I am here to meet you. Come. Let's explore together.
For those interested, my spirituality specialty includes discussions about God or religious and other practices that help uncover strengths in faith and forgiveness as well as paths to connectedness.
I have a loving, direct approach with clear communication, a relaxed, non-judgmental style creating ease in therapy, and an intuitive ability to connect and help others re-connect. I love working with people who seek to deepen themselves and have more intimate connection with their loved ones, whether that's a child, spouse, parent or other relationship. I want to know who you are, and am here to listen and to be with you exactly where you are in this process. I am here to meet you. Come. Let's explore together.
(857) 254-9363 View (857) 254-9363
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Alicia Zappone Gostylo
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78757  (Online Only)
Are you highly sensitive, intelligent, complex, creative, spiritual, lonely, or misunderstood? Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, intense emotions, overthinking, loss and grief, or a deep need for meaning and purpose, I will help you navigate these complexities with compassion and expertise. I am experienced holding space for people navigating religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and adverse religious experiences. I will help you bridge the gap between spirituality and religion involving ways to reconcile and integrate spiritual beliefs and practices with the organized structures and traditions of religious faiths.
Are you highly sensitive, intelligent, complex, creative, spiritual, lonely, or misunderstood? Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, intense emotions, overthinking, loss and grief, or a deep need for meaning and purpose, I will help you navigate these complexities with compassion and expertise. I am experienced holding space for people navigating religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and adverse religious experiences. I will help you bridge the gap between spirituality and religion involving ways to reconcile and integrate spiritual beliefs and practices with the organized structures and traditions of religious faiths.
(737) 758-3611 View (737) 758-3611
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Jessica McMahon
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78756
Available to see clients on 02/20! I specialize in working with adults around the issues of Depression, Anxiety, Self-esteem issues, Identity issues, Relationships, Mindfulness, Spirituality, Emotional Regulation, Attachment issues, Stress Management, Life transitions, and Trauma. If you are feeling stuck or unsatisfied with your life, I can be here to help. Through my work, I help patients identify the obstacles that keep them stuck or unsatisfied by life, which supports them in moving forward onto a better path.
Available to see clients on 02/20! I specialize in working with adults around the issues of Depression, Anxiety, Self-esteem issues, Identity issues, Relationships, Mindfulness, Spirituality, Emotional Regulation, Attachment issues, Stress Management, Life transitions, and Trauma. If you are feeling stuck or unsatisfied with your life, I can be here to help. Through my work, I help patients identify the obstacles that keep them stuck or unsatisfied by life, which supports them in moving forward onto a better path.
(512) 729-6786 View (512) 729-6786
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Peter James Craig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Your spirituality and personal development are welcomed.
Ready to take action towards a more ideal life? Frustrated with things as they are and want support? I am here to serve you in reflecting on your concerns in a non-judgmental way. With training in cognitive and somatic therapies, I can facilitate exploring difficult areas with a caring presence and shared commitment to do the work. It's important to feel connected to your counselor and I look forward to building a trusting relationship where we collaborate and set meaningful goals to reach your ideal outcome.
Your spirituality and personal development are welcomed.
Ready to take action towards a more ideal life? Frustrated with things as they are and want support? I am here to serve you in reflecting on your concerns in a non-judgmental way. With training in cognitive and somatic therapies, I can facilitate exploring difficult areas with a caring presence and shared commitment to do the work. It's important to feel connected to your counselor and I look forward to building a trusting relationship where we collaborate and set meaningful goals to reach your ideal outcome.
(512) 379-6310 View (512) 379-6310
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Respark Therapy & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
Clients have issues related to communication, desire discrepancy, infidelity, sexless marriage, relationship conflict, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, problematic sexual behaviors, swingers, open or polyamorous relationships, painful sex, LGBTQQIA, sex or porn addiction," trauma or PTSD, body image, spirituality, kink or non-traditional relationships.
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
Clients have issues related to communication, desire discrepancy, infidelity, sexless marriage, relationship conflict, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, problematic sexual behaviors, swingers, open or polyamorous relationships, painful sex, LGBTQQIA, sex or porn addiction," trauma or PTSD, body image, spirituality, kink or non-traditional relationships.
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
(512) 960-1682 View (512) 960-1682
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Jessica Buss
Psychologist, PhD, BCB
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78738
With a background in health psychology, I view overall wellness and high quality of life as involving health and balance in all areas of living: mind, body, emotion, relationships, and spirituality/religion.
My goal is to help you discover your true self and lead a life worth celebrating. While difficult situations or experiences are an inevitable part of life, you and I can work together to resolve and overcome your challenges. I am committed to creating a safe, welcoming, supportive place where you are treated with kindness, acceptance, and respect. You are given permission to be just as you are, while working toward the growth and happiness. I believe every human being is deserving and capable of self-confidence, inner peace, self-love, and healthy living.
With a background in health psychology, I view overall wellness and high quality of life as involving health and balance in all areas of living: mind, body, emotion, relationships, and spirituality/religion.
My goal is to help you discover your true self and lead a life worth celebrating. While difficult situations or experiences are an inevitable part of life, you and I can work together to resolve and overcome your challenges. I am committed to creating a safe, welcoming, supportive place where you are treated with kindness, acceptance, and respect. You are given permission to be just as you are, while working toward the growth and happiness. I believe every human being is deserving and capable of self-confidence, inner peace, self-love, and healthy living.
(512) 994-2417 View (512) 994-2417
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Jamie J Chapin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78750  (Online Only)
I have experience with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, spirituality, self-worth and being an empath or a highly sensitive person (HSP).
I believe that transformative healing can happen when someone feels seen and heard, especially in their own language within a safe space. I am a Deaf psychotherapist and use ASL. I believe that we are multi-dimensional human beings and that we are also a lot like nature, therefore I bring more than just talk therapy in sessions utilizing the mind, body, spirit, and energy. I welcome all parts of you that are willing to show up and not here to tell you what I think, what you should do nor fix you. I will be honored in providing you space and cheer you alongside every step of your journey until you come to the feeling of home.
I have experience with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, spirituality, self-worth and being an empath or a highly sensitive person (HSP).
I believe that transformative healing can happen when someone feels seen and heard, especially in their own language within a safe space. I am a Deaf psychotherapist and use ASL. I believe that we are multi-dimensional human beings and that we are also a lot like nature, therefore I bring more than just talk therapy in sessions utilizing the mind, body, spirit, and energy. I welcome all parts of you that are willing to show up and not here to tell you what I think, what you should do nor fix you. I will be honored in providing you space and cheer you alongside every step of your journey until you come to the feeling of home.
(512) 714-2450 View (512) 714-2450
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Sheryl Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78752
I specialize working with: Depression and anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, codependency, personality disorders, infidelity, divorce/separation, abandonment and rejection issues, loss of purpose/direction, perfectionism, obsessive thinking, low self-worth, control issues, career planning, parenting skills, conflict resolution and communication skills, self-esteem, identity and spirituality, wellness and more.
Sometimes the hardest thing we might do is taking the first step to begin counseling- getting help means we have struggles. The issues we face in life have the ability to deeply damage us, but also the potential for personal growth. Be encouraged that the first step to emotional healing is difficult, but it's worth taking. We can know how to love ourselves better if our value can be affirmed by someone who cares, and you can face them knowing you are not alone. I can help you reach your goals for counseling, or perhaps even find out where to begin.
I specialize working with: Depression and anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, codependency, personality disorders, infidelity, divorce/separation, abandonment and rejection issues, loss of purpose/direction, perfectionism, obsessive thinking, low self-worth, control issues, career planning, parenting skills, conflict resolution and communication skills, self-esteem, identity and spirituality, wellness and more.
Sometimes the hardest thing we might do is taking the first step to begin counseling- getting help means we have struggles. The issues we face in life have the ability to deeply damage us, but also the potential for personal growth. Be encouraged that the first step to emotional healing is difficult, but it's worth taking. We can know how to love ourselves better if our value can be affirmed by someone who cares, and you can face them knowing you are not alone. I can help you reach your goals for counseling, or perhaps even find out where to begin.
(512) 675-6293 View (512) 675-6293
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Christina Renee Spinler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, NBC-HWC, RYT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78750  (Online Only)
My method invites those interested in blending "spirituality and psychology" into their mental health plan, offering a way to uncover and connect with your true self through an open-minded view.
If you're seeking a deeper understanding and improvement in your relationship with yourself and others, my practice offers a supportive setting for personal growth and exploration. We can tackle a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, & trauma, employing the Internal Family Systems model alongside mind-body techniques. These approaches allow us to delve into your emotional world, aiming for a greater understanding of the different aspects of yourself. This process is about transforming the way you relate to yourself and others, emphasizing the critical importance of your relationship with yourself.
My method invites those interested in blending "spirituality and psychology" into their mental health plan, offering a way to uncover and connect with your true self through an open-minded view.
If you're seeking a deeper understanding and improvement in your relationship with yourself and others, my practice offers a supportive setting for personal growth and exploration. We can tackle a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, & trauma, employing the Internal Family Systems model alongside mind-body techniques. These approaches allow us to delve into your emotional world, aiming for a greater understanding of the different aspects of yourself. This process is about transforming the way you relate to yourself and others, emphasizing the critical importance of your relationship with yourself.
(469) 552-7503 View (469) 552-7503
Spirituality Therapists

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.