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.

Susan Gonzales and Associates counseling team outside
Susan Gonzales and Associates counseling team outside

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

Photograph of therapist Cissy.

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

Photograph of therapist Sarah.

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

Photograph of therapist Emily.

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 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

Step 1

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!

Steph 2

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.

Step 3

Get Started!

Together, you’ll build insight, learn practical tools, and develop real-life strategies towards meaningful change.