Meet our Austin Therapists
We're so happy you're here!
At Susan Gonzales & Associates Counseling, we’re proud to have a team of dedicated therapists based in Austin, Texas who are passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families thrive.
OUR THERAPISTS
Brenna Patterson, MAC, LMFT Associate
Brenna’s areas of focus include: adolescent mental health, emotional regulation, behavior challenges, men’s issues, family systems, relationships, and life transitions
Cissy Castillo, LMFT, LCDC-I
Cissy’s areas of focus include: men’s issues, couples, family conflict, adults of emotionally immature parents, complex PTSD, anxiety, parent coaching, substance use
Sarah Kerwin Carlin, MA, LPC Associate, LMFT Associate, NCC
Sarah’s areas of focus include: Emotionally Focused Therapy, relationship issues, mood disorders, life transitions, grief and loss, boundary work, family conflict, substance abuse
Emily Pearce, MA, LMFT Associate
Emily’s areas of focus include: neurodivergent issues, ADHD, Autism, executive dysfunction coaching, couples navigating neurodivergence, neurodiverse family dynamics, religious abuse and spiritual trauma, LGTBQIA+, trauma, grief
Susan Gonzales, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Susan’s areas of focus include: clinical supervision, supervision training, relationship issues, moms, couples, family conflict, men’s issues
How it works
Schedule a Consultation
Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. If you’re not sure which therapist is right for you, our Office Manager can help!
Meet Your Therapist
Connect with your therapist to see if it feels like a good fit. If you’d like to move forward, they can help you schedule your first session.
Get Started!
Together, you’ll build insight, learn practical tools, and develop real-life strategies towards meaningful change.