Therapists for college students near University of Texas at Austin

Grab a cup of coffee and let’s chat. Are you ready to change your life? I mean really ready to feel different, think different, and act different. If the old way isn’t working then it’s time to be different. Are you stuck in a rut with no way out? Lucky for you I specialize in ruts! Let’s look at the different ways I can help you. For Parents of challenging children, I have coaching offerings to help you change the dynamics in your house from purgatory to peace. For Single women, I have a therapy program that allows you to explore your past and change your future relationships. For Individuals dealing with not feeling like they are reaching their highest potential and are stuck in the aforementioned rut, I have individual therapy that can help you leave the rut behind and reach towards progress. I approach therapy as a collaboration. I am the expert on psychology but you are the expert on you and we will work together to find your best path towards the life you want. Your therapy will include outside of session work from you and a whole heap of introspection, honesty and vulnerability. If you are ready, I mean really ready, Lets take this leap.

Robin Schelling is a therapist located in Houston, TX. With over 25 years of professional experience in the corporate setting, Robin helps clients through the challenges of burnout, work stress, and financial hardships. She also helps those who face divorce, single parenthood, addiction, family violence, and trauma. Her passion is working with individuals of all backgrounds, including different cultural and religious experiences. Robin’s approach to therapy when working with individuals draws from Motivational Interviewing and narrative therapy. Clients explore their motivations and readiness for change, and reflect on their past experiences and how their resilience has helped them overcome challenges. When working with couples, Robin utilizes the Gottman Method, which focuses on the emotional aspect of building stronger bonds between partners.

Welcome! I work with people who may be struggling with a variety of different challenges from grieving the loss of a pet, struggling with thoughts of the future in a world that seems to be falling apart, and people struggling with gender identity and sexual orientation. I offer an LGBTQ and neurodivergent-affirming environment. While I pull from gold standard techniques such as EMDR, Brainspotting, ACT, DBT, and CBT-I to address a variety of issues and symptoms, I take a collaborative approach to tailor our work together to best fit your needs. I have over ten years of experience in the mental health field both as a researcher and as a psychotherapist. The first five years of my career was spent at the Montrose Center in Houston, Texas where I worked with the LGBTQ community as a psychotherapist and a case manager. This valuable experience urged me to take my career further by going into private practice where I am honored to work with members of the LGBTQ community as well as those outside it.

Sharing your story and asking for help can feel scary, and that's okay! You may feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or lost in connecting to your authentic self. I am here to listen. Are feelings of guilt and shame making it hard to forgive yourself? Or has difficulty finding motivation or a life transition left you at a loss of control over your environment? Maybe unsaid expectations about how you "should" look or feel left you exhausted? Perhaps fear and anxiety are holding you back, making you feel stuck. If so, I am here to help and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to heal. I specialize in working with women suffering from depression, shame, anxiety, ADHD, and insecurity. In addition to these specialties, I also have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with religious shame and related emotional concerns. I believe asking for help is one of the bravest things a person can do. In my sessions, I foster an authentic environment that allows my clients to feel heard, empowered, and celebrated. I want my clients to feel a sense of belonging and purpose in sharing their unique story. I appreciate the opportunity to listen and partner with in your healing journey.

We provide specialized trauma care. Most clinicians are bilingual and trained in EMDR.

Knowing from an early age that I wanted to connect with people on a deeper level, a career in counseling became a must. I was born and grew up in Belgium and moved to the states as a pre-teen, which was a tough transition at times. I quickly discovered my love for connecting with others was no different on the other side of the world. This strengthened my belief that cultural background, race, sex, age, etc does not make a difference in our suffering but that there is hope for each one of us. Knowing from an early age that I wanted to connect with people on a deeper level, a career in counseling became a must. I was born and grew up in Belgium and moved to the states as a pre-teen, which was a tough transition at times. I quickly discovered my love for connecting with others was no different on the other side of the world. This strengthened my belief that cultural background, race, sex, age, etc does not make a difference in our suffering but that there is hope for each one of us. It is my belief that the difficulties that we face stem from our inner dialogue and extreme responses in acknowledgment to triggering situations. It is my goal to help the client explore such thoughts and reactions by developing coping skills and new ways of thinking in order for the client to feel more at ease and happier in life. I previously had the privilege of leading groups for those suffering from alcohol and drug addiction, as well as emotional dysregulation issues, and have discovered an appreciation for walking through such a challenging time with the client. It is my hope to do the same for you.

Do you realize that you are allowed to be a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time? Adults and children alike can be successful in many aspects of life but face difficult seasons. Are you facing a life challenge and need help navigating the decision making process? Is your child having a hard time adjusting to a recent change or new life experiences? Have you always handled everything yourself, but just feel stuck right now? The good news is that you don’t have to stay that way. It's ok to reach out! As a long-time educator, I’ve had the honor to walk alongside children (and their parents) to work through challenges of all kinds. As a therapist, my goal is to offer a safe space where you or your child can feel heard, understood, and valued. Utilizing a variety of techniques, we can identify your concerns and work together to initiate meaningful change. Whether your concerns lie at school, home, or work, I am honored to guide you through navigating challenges and empower you to take action and get back to being your best. Come as you are, whether in person or via telehealth, and make yourself at home!

My clients would describe me as easy to talk to, a great listener, honest, and informed. I find great value in creating a foundation of trust and comfortability so my clients can work to meet their therapeutic goals. Counseling is most effective when the client feels accepted and believes the therapist genuinely cares about the topics discussed during session. I specialize in treating young adults, adults, couples, and families. I have over 8 years of experience treating those struggling with depression, trauma-related disorders, anxiety related disorders, mood disorders, relationship issues, self-esteem, suicide/self-harm, and systematic family conflict to include parenting issues.

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College can be exciting—and overwhelming at the same time. Many students come to counseling feeling stressed, burned out, unsure of who they are becoming, or anxious about the future. You might be juggling classes, work, relationships, family expectations, and big questions about identity and direction—while feeling like you’re supposed to have it all figured out. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where college students and young adults can slow down, process what they’re carrying, and feel genuinely understood. Counseling with me is collaborative, practical, and focused on helping you feel more grounded, confident, and clear as you move forward. I Work With Students Navigating: *Academic stress, burnout, and pressure to perform *Anxiety, overthinking, and constant mental fatigue *Identity exploration (values, purpose, faith, culture, self-worth) *Life transitions (starting college, transferring, graduating, post-grad uncertainty) *Career uncertainty, major decisions, and fear of “choosing wrong” *Relationship challenges (dating, friendships, family dynamics) *Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and imposter syndrome *Feeling lost, stuck, or disconnected from yourself You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from counseling—many students come simply because they want support during a demanding season of life. My approach is warm, thoughtful, and grounded in evidence-based counseling practices. Sessions are a space where you can talk openly, ask questions, and develop tools that actually help in daily life—whether that’s managing stress, improving boundaries, or making sense of who you’re becoming. If you are a Christian who values faith as part of your life, I also offer Christian counseling upon request. This is always optional and guided by your comfort level.

Empathy First is committed to helping people from all walks of life. No matter your personal, spiritual, or social beliefs, or whether your values are traditional or non-conforming; regardless of gender, race, sexuality or economic background, We strive for all to receive the best treatment. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or seek help to maintain interpersonal relationships, we commit to helping you reach your goals with compassion, and respect. We put people first, and care less about a diagnosis or label. We strive to bring relief no matter your circumstances. We are committed to helping people from all walks of life. Give us the opportunity to help you reach your full potential.

In my practice, I find that the most valuable part of therapy is the therapeutic relationship between a counselor and a client. I strive to create an environment that feels authentic, warm and supportive and believe it is privilege to be part of an individual's journey through healing, growth and self-discovery. I have experience helping adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, past trauma history, bullying, self-harm, low self-esteem, family of origin issues, & suicidal thoughts among a variety of other concerns. I also enjoy working in perinatal mental health and am currently enrolled in training through Postpartum Support International.

With over 7 years of clinical experience, I specialize in providing evidence-based care to individuals navigating depression, anxiety-related disorders, trauma, and mood disorders. My therapeutic work is grounded in approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to ensure treatment is tailored and effective.

I am passionate about helping other people improve their health and have dedicated my nursing career toward continually achieving this goal. I am honored to have been a registered nurse for 17 years, with most of that time spent in a major metropolitan hospital responding to medical emergencies as part of the facility’s Rapid Response Team. After gaining a wealth of experience performing rapid assessments and thus improving the physiological and mental health needs of patients in crisis, it made sense for me to evolve and find a niche that focused solely on psychiatric-mental health nursing. I approach new clients with the belief that they should be encouraged to speak freely, which is a fundamentally important step towards establishing clear goals and objectives. Furthermore, I would like my clients to feel comfortable being an active participant and engaged in improving their mental well-being. The goal of our time together is quite simply to help you start to feel better and improve the quality of your life. I would like you to feel comfortable enough to share the issues that are most challenging and burdensome so that we may work towards addressing them head on. Our initial encounter will include learning your history, how you’ve been feeling, any past successes and/or failures with medications, and then collaborating towards a plan to achieving the goal of feeling better and improving your mental health.

We are not biologically wired to cope with life alone. Even if we are not "alone" sometimes the ones we love lack the ability to fully support or understand us. Even if they may be a solid part of our support system. This is where therapy comes in. I specialize in guiding individuals through the intricate terrain of strong emotions. I have completed extensive training and research on healing strategies targeted for those trying to heal from adverse life experiences, trauma, ptsd, c-ptsd (attatchment/early childhood wounds) anxiety, depression, anger, and borderline personality disorder. **Treatment Modalities:** I am trained in EMDR, designed to reduce emotional distress due to traumatic life experiences. I also have special training in its use for helping those with borderline personality disorder and early childhood wounds, and anxiety-related issues. EMDR is considered a first-line treatment for trauma and has been shown to reduce emotional distress and accelerate the healing process. In addition, I use cognitive processing therapy (CPT), which has similar aims through different treatment techniques. Somatic (mind-body) techniques are also incorporated throughout the treatment process. We can talk about what will be the best fit for you. I also incorporate dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) skills for emotion regulation to tackle issues such as anxiety, depression, and anger. My clients will have take-home strategies that they can use outside of therapy. If you think we would be a good fit, I can be reached by call, text, or email.

Overwhelmed? Anxious? Hopeless? You've come to the right place. Congratulations on taking a first step toward healing. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in treating trauma, mood disorders, and behavioral problems. I work with pre-teens through adults in family therapy, couples therapy, or individual therapy. I have a passion for empowering my clients to understand themselves better, to heal from pain, and to thrive in life. Call for a free 15-minute phone consultation (214) 247-6410.

Welcome to Cedar, a private practice formed to provide affirming, inclusive, and compassionate care to every client. My clients are often exhausted from trying to fit the mold of what others or the world expects of them, burdened by controlling intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, and cycles of maladaptive coping strategies. I strive for every client to feel empowered and capable of against the inner critic and breaking free from patterns of behavior that no longer serve them. I specialize in the counsel of folks battling eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, body dysmorphia, anxiety, and life stress. My approach to therapy is grounded in cognitive-behavioral and dialectical-behavioral therapeutic modalities, with incorporations of the feminist approach. I have also been trained in and offer exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP) for OCD treatment. I practice from a weight-inclusive, intuitive eating, Health at Every Size approach, helping individuals heal their relationships with food, their bodies, and movement. I am also passionate about counseling and supporting the following communities: LGBTQ+, sex workers, and athletes. I work to foster a compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship full of warmth and humor. I recognize that every client is unique with their own needs and goals, celebrating diversity is central to my practice's values. Therapy is collaborative processes and it takes courage to reach out, I look forward to working together!

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Farah Shaddix is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing an array of mental health services to adult patients with depression and anxiety for 2 years as a nurse practitioner and over 2 decades in the mental health realm. She started her mental health career over 2 decades ago as a compassionate community case worker and worked her way into the role of a patient focused, compassionate, and understanding provider. Her training and experience in telehealth, outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings spoke to her core belief that everyone should have access to high quality mental health care no matter the situation. She specializes in diagnosing, educating, collaborating with patients about plans and outcomes, and implementing medications, if desired, for mental health conditions. Farah Shaddix, MSN, PMHNP-BC looks forward to helping you on your mental health journey.

Welcome to Mental Oasis, where I provide a safe and nurturing space for adolescents, young adults, and women navigating the challenges of anxiety and depression. I specialize in guiding women and adolescents through life’s overwhelming moments, helping them transform struggles into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Whether it’s managing racing thoughts, lifting the weight of depression, or building confidence to face life’s challenges, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy and encouragement. My practice is built on the belief that every individual deserves a space to feel heard, valued, and empowered. I create a judgment-free environment where clients can explore their emotions, uncover their strengths, and develop practical tools to thrive. From helping adolescents navigate the complexities of youth to supporting women in reclaiming their confidence, my goal is to make Mental Oasis a sanctuary for meaningful change. If you’re ready to take the first step toward a brighter, more empowered future, I’m here to support you. Let’s create your Mental Oasis together—where healing, growth, and hope flourish.