Therapists for Teens in Austin, TX

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Beth Cortez-Neavel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LPC-A, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Whether you are seeking counseling as a teen, individual adult, intimate partnership, or family, I am honored to be your guide.
So, you’re looking for a therapist. Asking for help is a courageous first step to healing! As I tell you more about my skills and specialities, keep in mind I’m here to center you and your needs for therapy in a gentle way. My primary goal as your therapist is to hold a safer, nonjudgmental space for you as we uncover your innate power and most genuine self. I truly believe you are the authority of your own experiences and I am here as part guide, part sidekick, and part confidant.
Whether you are seeking counseling as a teen, individual adult, intimate partnership, or family, I am honored to be your guide.
So, you’re looking for a therapist. Asking for help is a courageous first step to healing! As I tell you more about my skills and specialities, keep in mind I’m here to center you and your needs for therapy in a gentle way. My primary goal as your therapist is to hold a safer, nonjudgmental space for you as we uncover your innate power and most genuine self. I truly believe you are the authority of your own experiences and I am here as part guide, part sidekick, and part confidant.
(737) 520-4375 View (737) 520-4375
Jennifer Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78727
Do you ever find yourself overeating when you’re hungry? Do you then try to diet to counteract how it made you feel by restricting food for a period of time? Are you struggling with your body image? Recovering from an eating disorder and body dysmorphia can be incredibly difficult, but it’s not impossible. Let me help you repair your relationship with food so you can get back to living a stress free life. My goal is to help make meal time a rewarding experience again.
Do you ever find yourself overeating when you’re hungry? Do you then try to diet to counteract how it made you feel by restricting food for a period of time? Are you struggling with your body image? Recovering from an eating disorder and body dysmorphia can be incredibly difficult, but it’s not impossible. Let me help you repair your relationship with food so you can get back to living a stress free life. My goal is to help make meal time a rewarding experience again.
(512) 549-8082 View (512) 549-8082
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Dr. Valerie Hope
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78732
Accepting NEW clients. I feel privileged that you are reading this to potentially help you, a loved one, or someone you know. I would love to join you on your journey of nurturing your emotional health. Are you the one that has been considering counseling, but keep talking yourself out of it because you have lived with many of these symptoms for so long, and think you can just keep going on with them. My philosophy in counseling is to help others be the best version of themselves, promote healing, reach their potential with their goals, guide them on how to get there while overcoming any barriers.
Accepting NEW clients. I feel privileged that you are reading this to potentially help you, a loved one, or someone you know. I would love to join you on your journey of nurturing your emotional health. Are you the one that has been considering counseling, but keep talking yourself out of it because you have lived with many of these symptoms for so long, and think you can just keep going on with them. My philosophy in counseling is to help others be the best version of themselves, promote healing, reach their potential with their goals, guide them on how to get there while overcoming any barriers.
(817) 242-5607 View (817) 242-5607
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Coleman Counseling For Women
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78726  (Online Only)
I love people! Especially working with women. Alway have. I discovered I loved helping women find their way out of feeling helpless and hopeless from their problems. It is such a joy to see someone find that inner strength within to empower them to achieve their goals.
I love people! Especially working with women. Alway have. I discovered I loved helping women find their way out of feeling helpless and hopeless from their problems. It is such a joy to see someone find that inner strength within to empower them to achieve their goals.
(512) 855-2605 View (512) 855-2605
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Nika Ayat
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
I work with passionate people who deeply want to feel connected and loved, but find themselves hurting in relationships. My clients come from backgrounds where they weren’t taught healthy relationship skills, and they realize they're stuck in patterns they want to change, such as self-judgment or blame, self-sabotage, avoidance, relational anxiety, codependency, or abuse. My mindset is everyone is doing the best they can with what they know. With a curious mind and multicultural lens, I help make meaning of your experiences, shed light on what exists outside your awareness, and help you learn new ways of feeling connected and loved.
I work with passionate people who deeply want to feel connected and loved, but find themselves hurting in relationships. My clients come from backgrounds where they weren’t taught healthy relationship skills, and they realize they're stuck in patterns they want to change, such as self-judgment or blame, self-sabotage, avoidance, relational anxiety, codependency, or abuse. My mindset is everyone is doing the best they can with what they know. With a curious mind and multicultural lens, I help make meaning of your experiences, shed light on what exists outside your awareness, and help you learn new ways of feeling connected and loved.
(415) 914-9238 View (415) 914-9238
The IOPs at Counseling Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 73344
Eating Disorders , Addiction Recovery (SUDS) , Trauma IOPs are available here. We are not your traditional treatment center. Our Intensive Outpatient Programs and Center is owned by therapists and run by therapists. Our priority is the client and their wellness. Located on ten acres outside of Killeen, Texas, we use an integrative approach with numerous evidence-based therapies designed specifically for the individual's success. The incoming IOP client needs a higher level of care than someone attending therapy weekly. We offer 12-15 hours a week of intense treatments while the client lives at home. The family system is included.
Eating Disorders , Addiction Recovery (SUDS) , Trauma IOPs are available here. We are not your traditional treatment center. Our Intensive Outpatient Programs and Center is owned by therapists and run by therapists. Our priority is the client and their wellness. Located on ten acres outside of Killeen, Texas, we use an integrative approach with numerous evidence-based therapies designed specifically for the individual's success. The incoming IOP client needs a higher level of care than someone attending therapy weekly. We offer 12-15 hours a week of intense treatments while the client lives at home. The family system is included.
(254) 279-0714 View (254) 279-0714
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Maricela Galindo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78730  (Online Only)
Today's world is filled with uncertainty and challenges that can impact a person's quality of life. People sometimes need some help reaching their potential and creating a happy, fulfilling life for themselves. The good news is you don't have to struggle alone. I love working with people of all ages and helping them in whatever areas they may want to address. I have over 26 years of experience and I've worked with ages between adolescents to adults who have retired with issues such as anxiety and depression, etc. I also have experience with school policy and programs such as Special Education and 504, RTI and the MTSS programs.
Today's world is filled with uncertainty and challenges that can impact a person's quality of life. People sometimes need some help reaching their potential and creating a happy, fulfilling life for themselves. The good news is you don't have to struggle alone. I love working with people of all ages and helping them in whatever areas they may want to address. I have over 26 years of experience and I've worked with ages between adolescents to adults who have retired with issues such as anxiety and depression, etc. I also have experience with school policy and programs such as Special Education and 504, RTI and the MTSS programs.
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Jill Fenner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78732
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, but particularly love working with children, adolescents, and their families. It is important to me to build a safe therapeutic relationship with my clients, allowing them the space to make lasting change and growth.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, but particularly love working with children, adolescents, and their families. It is important to me to build a safe therapeutic relationship with my clients, allowing them the space to make lasting change and growth.
(512) 798-0183 View (512) 798-0183
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Emily Dobrowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Are you feeling stuck, insecure, stressed, or unlike yourself? Have you tried to improve on your own but continue to face the same challenges in relationships, work, or school without much success? If you answer yes, I’m here to help.
Are you feeling stuck, insecure, stressed, or unlike yourself? Have you tried to improve on your own but continue to face the same challenges in relationships, work, or school without much success? If you answer yes, I’m here to help.
(512) 883-8874 View (512) 883-8874
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Cesar Amador-Montemayor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78753  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Cesar, an LPC with a passion to support individuals managing depression, anxiety and complex trauma. In my career, I have worked in clinic & academic based settings over the past 10 yrs and have seen tremendous measured growth in the clients I serve.
Hi, I'm Cesar, an LPC with a passion to support individuals managing depression, anxiety and complex trauma. In my career, I have worked in clinic & academic based settings over the past 10 yrs and have seen tremendous measured growth in the clients I serve.
(737) 520-7325 View (737) 520-7325
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Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 73301  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling a sense of increased anxiety and obsessive thinking? Are you struggling with self-doubt and inner conflict? Does your anxiety and panic show up in a sense of disorganization, disordered eating, or social anxiety? These are all common symptoms of anxiety, stress, and obsessive thinking. When we face these challenges there are proven solutions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness based therapies, and values based behavior changes. How we get there is through connection to your provider, courage to assess what is not working, and committing and engaging in a new plan.
Are you feeling a sense of increased anxiety and obsessive thinking? Are you struggling with self-doubt and inner conflict? Does your anxiety and panic show up in a sense of disorganization, disordered eating, or social anxiety? These are all common symptoms of anxiety, stress, and obsessive thinking. When we face these challenges there are proven solutions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness based therapies, and values based behavior changes. How we get there is through connection to your provider, courage to assess what is not working, and committing and engaging in a new plan.
(425) 243-0936 View (425) 243-0936
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Texas Trails Therapeutic Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT™
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78754  (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Sarah Smith and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist(TM). If your family is looking for relief from with emotional outbursts, healing from traumatic experiences, or growth in the areas of connection and communication, Texas Trails could be a great fit for you! I believe in using a dual approach: psychotherapeutic growth and healing for the client AND easy to implement, practical tools for the whole family. I am excited to learn about your problem points and create a plan to help you reach your goals.
Hello! I'm Sarah Smith and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist(TM). If your family is looking for relief from with emotional outbursts, healing from traumatic experiences, or growth in the areas of connection and communication, Texas Trails could be a great fit for you! I believe in using a dual approach: psychotherapeutic growth and healing for the client AND easy to implement, practical tools for the whole family. I am excited to learn about your problem points and create a plan to help you reach your goals.
(512) 337-4383 View (512) 337-4383
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Becca Aronow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
Not accepting new clients
Living a full, balanced, healthy life is a day-to-day goal for most of us. If you are searching for additional support, assistance, or guidance through a challenging situation, I can provide direction and consultation. I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist with more than 20 years experience. My therapeutic approach is to provide compassionate respectful support and practical feedback to guide you in effectively addressing your personal life challenges in a warm, safe environment.
Living a full, balanced, healthy life is a day-to-day goal for most of us. If you are searching for additional support, assistance, or guidance through a challenging situation, I can provide direction and consultation. I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist with more than 20 years experience. My therapeutic approach is to provide compassionate respectful support and practical feedback to guide you in effectively addressing your personal life challenges in a warm, safe environment.
(512) 212-9936 View (512) 212-9936
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Jason A Sipkowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Austin, TX 78704
My hope for every client is to obtain the highest benefit possible from counseling. I strive to join with each client at the point they feel most comfortable in order to begin the journey of permanent change. By uncovering the inner strengths that everyone possesses, I work with clients to overcome challenging life obstacles while partnering with them to assure the counseling direction is a perfect fit.
My hope for every client is to obtain the highest benefit possible from counseling. I strive to join with each client at the point they feel most comfortable in order to begin the journey of permanent change. By uncovering the inner strengths that everyone possesses, I work with clients to overcome challenging life obstacles while partnering with them to assure the counseling direction is a perfect fit.
(512) 299-3557 View (512) 299-3557
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Forrest Timmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705  (Online Only)
I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues, as well as those with limitations associated with communication and social skills. I enjoy helping clients navigate personal challenges, emotional growth, relationships, occupational issues, and the stressors that seem to follow us from day-to-day. It is truly rewarding to help clients explore their identity and self-efficacy to uncover the cognitive and behavioral patterns keeping them from their personal goals.
I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues, as well as those with limitations associated with communication and social skills. I enjoy helping clients navigate personal challenges, emotional growth, relationships, occupational issues, and the stressors that seem to follow us from day-to-day. It is truly rewarding to help clients explore their identity and self-efficacy to uncover the cognitive and behavioral patterns keeping them from their personal goals.
(972) 544-5293 View (972) 544-5293
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Doreen R Landrum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
I believe that many of the problems individuals face can be worked through by gaining increased insight and knowledge about oneself. I also believe individuals heal themselves and often just need an objective, caring presence to help them take the first step. I specialize in both therapy and psychological assessment and frequently works with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, OB/GYNs, and other physicians in the collaborative treatment of patients.
I believe that many of the problems individuals face can be worked through by gaining increased insight and knowledge about oneself. I also believe individuals heal themselves and often just need an objective, caring presence to help them take the first step. I specialize in both therapy and psychological assessment and frequently works with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, OB/GYNs, and other physicians in the collaborative treatment of patients.
(512) 308-6068 View (512) 308-6068
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Nicki James
LPC-Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78723
Happy to see you! I provide in-person individual therapy and groups in Austin, and video therapy across Texas. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and women's issues and have worked with clients across religious and cultural landscapes, and with clients in rural locations, the service industry, Austin's thriving community of musicians, and those in corporate jobs. I can help you get your life back, whether challenges stem from childhood or occurred later due to a single traumatic event, relationship hardships, or life changes. I offer a 15-minute consultation at no charge to confirm we are a good fit.
Happy to see you! I provide in-person individual therapy and groups in Austin, and video therapy across Texas. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and women's issues and have worked with clients across religious and cultural landscapes, and with clients in rural locations, the service industry, Austin's thriving community of musicians, and those in corporate jobs. I can help you get your life back, whether challenges stem from childhood or occurred later due to a single traumatic event, relationship hardships, or life changes. I offer a 15-minute consultation at no charge to confirm we are a good fit.
(512) 843-8294 View (512) 843-8294
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Online Virtual Therapy With Csilla Antonovski
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
(347) 329-2401 View (347) 329-2401
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Noël Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I'm so glad you're here! I believe we all have the power to become the best versions of ourselves, and I understand the importance of a holistic pathway to overall wellness. My goal is to help you feel supported, validated, and empowered. My approach includes the utilization of many evidence-based techniques while incorporating empathy, compassion, and humor. I am here to help you overcome difficulties and find your joy again. Together, let's work to identify and build upon your personal values and strengths in order to overcome challenges and create positive change.
I'm so glad you're here! I believe we all have the power to become the best versions of ourselves, and I understand the importance of a holistic pathway to overall wellness. My goal is to help you feel supported, validated, and empowered. My approach includes the utilization of many evidence-based techniques while incorporating empathy, compassion, and humor. I am here to help you overcome difficulties and find your joy again. Together, let's work to identify and build upon your personal values and strengths in order to overcome challenges and create positive change.
(817) 961-9805 View (817) 961-9805
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Braving the Arena Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MPH, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78749
Life is too short for unfulfilling relationships and sex! Hi, I'm Lindsey Vickers! I can help you identify unhealthy relationship patterns, process trauma, and normalize sexual issues to bring more authenticity and connection to your relationships and sex life. I believe we should all feel safe to walk into a new or existing arena and be able to do brave things. Being able to brave the arena requires safe, empathic, trusting relationships. I believe the key to healing is through a felt sense of safety within healthy relationships which I want to provide to you in our counseling relationship.
Life is too short for unfulfilling relationships and sex! Hi, I'm Lindsey Vickers! I can help you identify unhealthy relationship patterns, process trauma, and normalize sexual issues to bring more authenticity and connection to your relationships and sex life. I believe we should all feel safe to walk into a new or existing arena and be able to do brave things. Being able to brave the arena requires safe, empathic, trusting relationships. I believe the key to healing is through a felt sense of safety within healthy relationships which I want to provide to you in our counseling relationship.
(512) 540-5731 View (512) 540-5731
Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.