Emotionally Focused Therapists in Lakeway, TX
Sarah Kerwin Carlin
LPC Associate, LPC A, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78738
I primarily utilize an integrative approach, leaning heavily on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) combined with a focus on arousal regulation, somatic processing, mindfulness, and attachment theory.
Are you struggling with your intimate relationships? As an adult this can be relationships with a romantic partner, family, socially with friends, or even at work. Are you seeking to re-connect with your partner? Perhaps you're a parent wanting to connect and understand your child better? Or maybe you're looking back on your childhood and wishing you could heal old wounds? As an adult, our intimate relationships can be a real pain point in our daily lives and relational issues can present themselves in various ways and situations. Whatever your unique situation is I am here to help and walk alongside you on your healing journey.
I primarily utilize an integrative approach, leaning heavily on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) combined with a focus on arousal regulation, somatic processing, mindfulness, and attachment theory.
Are you struggling with your intimate relationships? As an adult this can be relationships with a romantic partner, family, socially with friends, or even at work. Are you seeking to re-connect with your partner? Perhaps you're a parent wanting to connect and understand your child better? Or maybe you're looking back on your childhood and wishing you could heal old wounds? As an adult, our intimate relationships can be a real pain point in our daily lives and relational issues can present themselves in various ways and situations. Whatever your unique situation is I am here to help and walk alongside you on your healing journey.
Lake Travis Counseling Connection PLLC- Jan Shope
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
I consider myself privileged, if not honored, to walk through the life journeys of my clients. I work in a collaborative and facilitative manner with those struggling in relationships, or dealing with anxiety, depression, or work/family issues to name a few. Working with couples and post-menopausal women and their individual struggles in their transitions is also something I enjoy. I believe therapy should be client-centered, goal oriented and short term in nature.
I consider myself privileged, if not honored, to walk through the life journeys of my clients. I work in a collaborative and facilitative manner with those struggling in relationships, or dealing with anxiety, depression, or work/family issues to name a few. Working with couples and post-menopausal women and their individual struggles in their transitions is also something I enjoy. I believe therapy should be client-centered, goal oriented and short term in nature.
Mary W. Firme
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734 (Online Only)
Life's a journey, with many unexpected twists and turns. Sometimes we need someone to talk to, someone to share our thoughts and feelings, dreams and fears, and help guide us toward resolution. I want to help my clients navigate this path, and to also experience the possibilities of living their best life possible. I work with older teens and adults, and also specialize in women's issues across the lifespan, as well as those with health concerns. College students are a special interest, as are educators, as I’ve worked as a teacher and school counselor and understand the stress and dynamics associated with the profession.
Life's a journey, with many unexpected twists and turns. Sometimes we need someone to talk to, someone to share our thoughts and feelings, dreams and fears, and help guide us toward resolution. I want to help my clients navigate this path, and to also experience the possibilities of living their best life possible. I work with older teens and adults, and also specialize in women's issues across the lifespan, as well as those with health concerns. College students are a special interest, as are educators, as I’ve worked as a teacher and school counselor and understand the stress and dynamics associated with the profession.
Lindsay Jenkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
I specialize in working with adolescents, couples, and individuals with eating disorders and am President Elect of the Austin Association for Marriage & Family Therapy. I believe that relationships shape who we are and impact our behavior. When these relationships become challenging many areas of our lives are affected including school, home, work and individual wellbeing.
I specialize in working with adolescents, couples, and individuals with eating disorders and am President Elect of the Austin Association for Marriage & Family Therapy. I believe that relationships shape who we are and impact our behavior. When these relationships become challenging many areas of our lives are affected including school, home, work and individual wellbeing.
Abigail Stancik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We all have periods of time in our lives where we experience struggle. The pain of feeling that we are unworthy of love and belonging and the constant comparison between ourselves and others can make daily life difficult. We all need someone who will listen, validate and be a part of our many emotions depending on what's happening in our lives. I feel that everyone is capable of finding and maintaining the best version of ourselves when we take the time to examine the barriers in our own lives.
We all have periods of time in our lives where we experience struggle. The pain of feeling that we are unworthy of love and belonging and the constant comparison between ourselves and others can make daily life difficult. We all need someone who will listen, validate and be a part of our many emotions depending on what's happening in our lives. I feel that everyone is capable of finding and maintaining the best version of ourselves when we take the time to examine the barriers in our own lives.
Melanie L Horn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
You are invited to visit my website www.DrMelanieHorn.com to learn about my credentials, background, and philosophy of practicing psychotherapy.
You are invited to visit my website www.DrMelanieHorn.com to learn about my credentials, background, and philosophy of practicing psychotherapy.
Natalie Dickey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78738
Open for NEW clients! Your deep emotions of guilt, pain, hopelessness, and sadness are not forever. Expending all your energy, worrying about the needs of others, striving to meet the never-ending demands and unreachable standards is not forever! This is not your forever! Together we will work to help you find joy and fulfillment in life again. We will examine how past experiences have influenced the lens you experience the world while working to regulate and manage your future.
Open for NEW clients! Your deep emotions of guilt, pain, hopelessness, and sadness are not forever. Expending all your energy, worrying about the needs of others, striving to meet the never-ending demands and unreachable standards is not forever! This is not your forever! Together we will work to help you find joy and fulfillment in life again. We will examine how past experiences have influenced the lens you experience the world while working to regulate and manage your future.
Lori Sheffield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
Reaching out to ask for help when we are struggling is one of the biggest favors we can do for ourselves. Just as our physical health is important to maintain functioning in every day life, so is our mental health and well being. I strive to help clients get back to finding their optimal balance in life by addressing concerns they have in all aspects of their life whether it be relationship and interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues or trauma that is preventing them from living their best life.
Reaching out to ask for help when we are struggling is one of the biggest favors we can do for ourselves. Just as our physical health is important to maintain functioning in every day life, so is our mental health and well being. I strive to help clients get back to finding their optimal balance in life by addressing concerns they have in all aspects of their life whether it be relationship and interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues or trauma that is preventing them from living their best life.
Leah Elbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734 (Online Only)
You are the hero of your own tale; you are a warrior who can rescue yourself. Every warrior needs a tribe, people that are going to support them and rally around you in the darkest of times. Will you allow me to be part of your tribe? Therapy is about you, your freedom and the healing that occurs through self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning, and deepening one's insight. My role is to help you begin to think, feel, and understand yourself more deeply, empowering lasting change. My approach is a person-centered eclectic approach that fosters self-acceptance and empowerment. We will go at your pace, this is your journey.
You are the hero of your own tale; you are a warrior who can rescue yourself. Every warrior needs a tribe, people that are going to support them and rally around you in the darkest of times. Will you allow me to be part of your tribe? Therapy is about you, your freedom and the healing that occurs through self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning, and deepening one's insight. My role is to help you begin to think, feel, and understand yourself more deeply, empowering lasting change. My approach is a person-centered eclectic approach that fosters self-acceptance and empowerment. We will go at your pace, this is your journey.
Frances Arredondo
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
During difficult times, it can be helpful to find someone who provides a safe space for connection, support, and healing. I aim to create a place of comfort and compassion, free of judgment and nurturing with acceptance. My main priority is the quality of our relationship, building and deepening our connection while strengthening and empowering you to be your most healthy and authentic self. I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach; assisting and supporting clients with tools and strategies that focus on increasing happiness and well-being.
During difficult times, it can be helpful to find someone who provides a safe space for connection, support, and healing. I aim to create a place of comfort and compassion, free of judgment and nurturing with acceptance. My main priority is the quality of our relationship, building and deepening our connection while strengthening and empowering you to be your most healthy and authentic self. I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach; assisting and supporting clients with tools and strategies that focus on increasing happiness and well-being.
Brian L Vasquez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
Thank you for stopping by. For more info about my services, please visit www.MyAustinTherapist.com. A psychologist for 20 years, my goal is to help bring positive change to all aspects of your life and your future. It may be through helping you feel good again, improving your self-esteem, developing better relationships, leading a more rewarding life, or achieving your goals; to be empowered, cope with stress or help with identity development.
Thank you for stopping by. For more info about my services, please visit www.MyAustinTherapist.com. A psychologist for 20 years, my goal is to help bring positive change to all aspects of your life and your future. It may be through helping you feel good again, improving your self-esteem, developing better relationships, leading a more rewarding life, or achieving your goals; to be empowered, cope with stress or help with identity development.
Three Oaks Counseling & Psychiatry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
We are a group of talented and experienced mental health clinicians that provides counseling and medication management all across Austin and greater Texas. We have offices in West Lake Hills, Georgetown, and Dripping Springs. We also provide telehealth service anywhere in Texas.
We are a group of talented and experienced mental health clinicians that provides counseling and medication management all across Austin and greater Texas. We have offices in West Lake Hills, Georgetown, and Dripping Springs. We also provide telehealth service anywhere in Texas.
Jessica Buss
Psychologist, PhD, BCB
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
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.
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.
Kelly Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
Do you ever wonder how you are going to get through a major life transition? When life takes you to a place of uncertainty, and you begin to question yourself and your ability to make quality decisions, wondering, "is it normal to feel this way?" Whether your changing jobs, starting a career, moving to a new area, or have a chronic illness, change can be stressful and requires a series of adjustments to get back to a sense of life balance. Much of my professional expertise focuses on life transition and the impact of change throughout the lifespan, from young teens to older adults.
Do you ever wonder how you are going to get through a major life transition? When life takes you to a place of uncertainty, and you begin to question yourself and your ability to make quality decisions, wondering, "is it normal to feel this way?" Whether your changing jobs, starting a career, moving to a new area, or have a chronic illness, change can be stressful and requires a series of adjustments to get back to a sense of life balance. Much of my professional expertise focuses on life transition and the impact of change throughout the lifespan, from young teens to older adults.
Kristin B Bowers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734 (Online Only)
My 15 year of expertise lies in individual therapy for teens and adults, with a focus on evidence-based practices, such as EMDR. If you’re in Texas or Iowa and seeking professional support, consider connecting with Kristin for virtual counseling sessions. Her commitment to evidence-based methods ensures quality care.
My 15 year of expertise lies in individual therapy for teens and adults, with a focus on evidence-based practices, such as EMDR. If you’re in Texas or Iowa and seeking professional support, consider connecting with Kristin for virtual counseling sessions. Her commitment to evidence-based methods ensures quality care.
Stephanie M Arsenault
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78738
Waitlist for new clients
If you are reading my profile, then you are probably looking for someone to help you with the problems that you and your family are facing. Perhaps your child is struggling with social anxiety, is depressed, acting out aggressively, having difficulties accepting a divorce, experiencing stress from school and extracurricular activities, or they just want someone to talk things through with. My practice focuses on helping youth learn how to cope with the stressors life brings them and to reach their potential.
If you are reading my profile, then you are probably looking for someone to help you with the problems that you and your family are facing. Perhaps your child is struggling with social anxiety, is depressed, acting out aggressively, having difficulties accepting a divorce, experiencing stress from school and extracurricular activities, or they just want someone to talk things through with. My practice focuses on helping youth learn how to cope with the stressors life brings them and to reach their potential.
Kara Lucas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
Most importantly, I want you to feel safe and heard throughout our work together. Our lives are constantly changing and shifting, and that can feel overwhelming. When a child or parent is feeling dysregulated, it can be hard to know what to do next. By creating a safe space, I help clients can learn to trust their wisdom, grow their strength, and gain confidence. Our work will be based on your individual needs. Services I provide include child and adolescent therapy, parent education, and individual therapy. I am also a LPC-S, so please contact me if you are a LPC-A and are interested possibly working together for supervision!
Most importantly, I want you to feel safe and heard throughout our work together. Our lives are constantly changing and shifting, and that can feel overwhelming. When a child or parent is feeling dysregulated, it can be hard to know what to do next. By creating a safe space, I help clients can learn to trust their wisdom, grow their strength, and gain confidence. Our work will be based on your individual needs. Services I provide include child and adolescent therapy, parent education, and individual therapy. I am also a LPC-S, so please contact me if you are a LPC-A and are interested possibly working together for supervision!
Christian Counseling Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78738 (Online Only)
It can be very frustrating to be misunderstood by your spouse or your partner. You probably have a hard time communicating with each other. You probably find yourselves fighting about seemingly minor issues. You might be hurting and even feel a great deal of anger and resentment. You tried hard to fix the situation yourself or even hoped it would go away but you always seem to end up fighting again. You may even feel defeated because of the frequent arguing and worried about the future of your relationship. You know its time to get some help.
It can be very frustrating to be misunderstood by your spouse or your partner. You probably have a hard time communicating with each other. You probably find yourselves fighting about seemingly minor issues. You might be hurting and even feel a great deal of anger and resentment. You tried hard to fix the situation yourself or even hoped it would go away but you always seem to end up fighting again. You may even feel defeated because of the frequent arguing and worried about the future of your relationship. You know its time to get some help.
Andrew Wade Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakeway, TX 78734
Relationships are inherently complex, and even our most intimate ones can be confusing and painful. It's my job to help you make sense of the complexity. Rather than focusing on fixing something, I put greater emphasis on understanding and processing your conflicting feelings and desires. When we are able to identify and explore conflicting states of mind, we feel less stuck and more free to make choices that reflect what is most authentic to who we are.
Relationships are inherently complex, and even our most intimate ones can be confusing and painful. It's my job to help you make sense of the complexity. Rather than focusing on fixing something, I put greater emphasis on understanding and processing your conflicting feelings and desires. When we are able to identify and explore conflicting states of mind, we feel less stuck and more free to make choices that reflect what is most authentic to who we are.
Tony Vitela, LCSW, SAP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
Licensed since 1993 and in private practice since 1999. Previous work-related experience includes working at a residential treatment center, youth shelter, juvenile detention center, chemical dependency unit, adolescent and adult in-patient hospital, Employee Assistance Program, crisis intervention, in-take assessments, and intensive out-patient programming. Over the past two decades, I have served individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. I am a certified and approved DOT Substance Abuse Professional.
Licensed since 1993 and in private practice since 1999. Previous work-related experience includes working at a residential treatment center, youth shelter, juvenile detention center, chemical dependency unit, adolescent and adult in-patient hospital, Employee Assistance Program, crisis intervention, in-take assessments, and intensive out-patient programming. Over the past two decades, I have served individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. I am a certified and approved DOT Substance Abuse Professional.
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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.