Individual Therapy in Austin, TX

Real skills for adolescents & adults

If what you’ve been doing is no longer working – we hear you and we’re ready to help you get unstuck. Learn practical skills for overcoming negative coping skills, breaking old patterns, and managing life’s stressors.

Common Reasons for Counseling

  • Anxiety & Stress: Learn tools to manage overwhelming feelings and regain a sense of calm.
  • Depression: Explore ways to move through the heaviness and find renewed purpose and joy.
  • Life Transitions: Navigate major changes with confidence and clarity.
  • Trauma & PTSD: Heal from past experiences with evidence-based, trauma-informed care.
  • Neurodivergence: Support for individuals with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse experiences.
  • Religious Abuse: Process complex emotions and build a foundation for healing.
  • Breakups & Divorce: Rediscover your strength and rebuild after relationship changes.
  • Self-Discovery: Uncover your strengths, values, and aspirations to create a fulfilling life.

What to Expect in Individual Therapy

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We believe in creating a safe space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. During therapy, we’ll:

  • Work together to understand the challenges you’re facing.
  • Explore patterns that may be holding you back.
  • Build actionable tools to help you navigate life’s complexities.
  • Empower you to make meaningful and lasting changes.

We use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Strength-Based techniques, to ensure therapy is both effective and personalized.

Meet Our Therapists

Brenna Patterson

MAC, LMFT Associate

Areas of Focus:

  • adolescent mental health
  • family systems
  • relationship issues
  • emotional regulation
  • behavior challenges
  • life transitions
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Sarah Kerwin Carlin

MA, LPC & LMFT ASSOCIATE

Areas of Focus:

  • couples counseling
  • family conflict
  • grief and loss
  • parent coaching
  • relational traumas
  • men’s mental health
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Emily Pearce

MA, LMFT Asscociate

Areas of Focus:

  • neurodivergent females
  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • veteran’s mental health
  • couples work
  • trauma & PTSD
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Cissy Castillo

LMFT, LCDC-I

Areas of Focus:

  • men’s mental health
  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy for trauma
  • LGBTQIA+ couples
  • family of origin issues
  • women 50yr +

Schedule your free 15-minute phone consultation to learn more!