5 Best Therapists in Austin, TX

 5 of the best Austin therapists

Alissa Martinez, MS, LPC

I specialize in anxiety, self-esteem, and relationships. I have spent a significant amount of time learning about people, their relationships with others, and how this impacts development. My expertise around understanding human needs has informed how I treat clients in my therapy work.

• Credentials- Licensed Professional Counselor

• License number- 81826

• Education- MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, BA in Psychology

• Google rating- 5 stars

• Specialty area(s)- Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Relationships

• Modalities used- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT), Gottman Method, Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Years in practice- 5+

• https://www.crystalmindcounseling.com/about

Carly Boeselt, MA, LPC

I worked with Carly at her group practice New Vision Counseling. Not only is she a badass woman boss, she also offers an open and collaborative space and brings a wealth of knowledge in trauma, which she pairs well with her training and certification in EMDR. Carly also shares a similar interest and training in the Gottman Method, a wonderful modality for couples therapy.

• Credentials- Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR Certified

• License number- 85997

• Education- MA in Psychology and Counselor Education

• Google rating- 4.7 stars

• Specialty area(s)- Trauma, Grief & Loss, Relationship Counseling

• Modalities used- EMDR, Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

• Years in practice- 9

• https://www.newvisioncounselingtx.com/about

Taylor Jones, MS, LPC

I attended graduate school with Taylor and also worked with her at New Vision Counseling. Her knowledge and background experience in treatment facilities makes her an exceptional therapist for treatment of eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.

• Credentials- Licensed Professional Counselor

• License number- 86736

• Education- MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Specialty area(s)- Eating Disorders, Trauma/Grief, Anxiety,
  Life-transitions

• Modalities used- Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

• Years in practice- 5

• https://www.newvisioncounselingtx.com/about

Samantha Weakley, LCSW

I worked with Sammy at New Vision Counseling. She is highly motivated in her continued growth as a therapist and has expanded her expertise through training in the evidence-based modality EMDR for trauma.

• Credentials- Licensed Professional Counselor

• License number- 64774

• Education- Master of Social Work

• Specialty area(s)- Trauma, Anxiety, Life Transitions

• Modalities used- EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Years in practice- 7

• https://www.newvisioncounselingtx.com/about

Jennifer Garibay, MS, LPC, NCC

I attended graduate school with Jennifer. Not only does she bring her training in modalities like CBT and EMDR to her specialty areas, she is also a first generation latina who offers clinical evaluations for VAWA and immigration evaluations.

• Credentials- Licensed Professional Counselor

• License number- 80939

• Education- MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Google rating- 5 stars

• Specialty area(s)- Anxiety & Depression, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Generational Trauma, Grief/Loss

• Modalities used- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Trauma-Informed Care, Attachment Theory, Motivational Interviewing

• Years in practice- 5

• https://www.esperanzacounselingpllc.com/blank-1