Career counseling assists people in finding the right career path for them. It includes discovering skills, honing in on specific interests and aptitudes, and researching meaningful ways for people to do the work that suits them best. If someone questions their career or work choices, a career counselor will administer tests, including inventories about personality, skills, and strengths. The therapist will then educate the client about career fields, industries, or companies that have jobs that align. They can then work with the person to develop specific skills for that job, such as effective communication, interpersonal skills, and time management.
Problems and stress happen to all of us but stick to every person a little differently depending on our biology and life experiences. The symptoms that result from a high degree of stress, like anxiety and depression, require interventions like any other medical issue, or they will worsen, creating more health problems. Healing and change require a lot of compassion and a partnership of...
Finding answers, resolutions, and ultimately healing in the middle of some of life's most difficult times can be challenging. Help is about being guided to internal solutions that may be hidden by the intensity of the pain or the complexity of the challenge. Austin Counseling Associates can help. As practitioners of counseling arts, we are deeply committed to being present, connected, creative,...
Each area of an individual’s life naturally affects other areas. We all desire harmony with our mind, body, and spirit. When we are overwhelmed with sadness, pain, anger, or fear, it can seem difficult to imagine ever finding that harmony. Seeking help with depression, anxiety, and other emotional concerns is the first step toward becoming whole again. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety,...
I believe people find they have more success towards improving themselves when they are in a safe place. I am here to help work through and discuss any uncomfortable feelings or issues you may be having both face to face and virtually. In my approach to therapy, I create a safe supportive environment to assist exploration of emerging relationship patterns and themes. It's important to help ever...
Chaos, anxiety, happy, sad, feeling trapped, not sure what to do. Your friends, family, or partner just can't seem to understand wth you're saying. When you go to bed you're judging and criticizing yourself, or worrying about what's next. Yup, that pretty much sums up life right now. Most of us have lost our shit a few times in the last several months. And, sometimes we just need to talk about ...
**Currently no openings, but I may have a spot open in November. Contact me to get on a waiting list or if you would like help finding a referral.** I had no idea what to expect the first time I went to therapy. I was 19 years old and had suffered alone for some time before developing the courage to reach out for professional help. What surprised me the most from that first therapy hour was how...
My PhD training as a counseling psychologist affords me flexibility to support multiple life concerns, and at the root of my work is the belief that relationships are capable of healing. I build strong alliances with those whom I serve in order to best meet client directed goals and foster sustained change. I adhere to evidence-based practices in psychology, and research evidence strongly suppo...
Seeking the support of a counselor can be a difficult first step in understanding the barriers preventing you feeling well and whole. It is an honor for me to earn your trust. I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you work through past hurts and current unhelpful patterns. Whether you are experiencing worry or anxiety, depressed mood,...
* * Not accepting new clients at this time * * Need assistance in bettering yourself and your mental health? Facing challenges too difficult to take on without the right tools? I specialize in working together with clients to achieve their own personal growth and happiness. Over the past 25 years, I have had the pleasure to work with children, families, adolescents, people struggling with...
Many of my clients identify as highly sensitive, creative, open, and curious with philosophical and spiritual leanings. They often are helpers and healers who find that they have given so much of themselves to others that they have lost themselves somewhere along the way. As a result, they struggle to set boundaries, ask for what they want and need, and feel disempowered, depressed, and anxious...
Welcome, I encourage you to learn about my practice. My primary focus is working with you in a safe, supportive partnership. Together we will work to promote healing, skill development and creativity for a fuller, meaningful life. I provide compassionate care to help you explore positive change, overcome life's challenges and achieve fulfillment in loving relationships and work. I will...
**NOT accepting new clients*** Whether struggling through life transition, feeling uncertainty, experiencing anxiety/worry, or wishing to feel less sadness - I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to find your ground and get back on track. You may not know what style of help you need and that is OK! Your courage to seek assistance during a difficult time is a positive sign. We all have intrins...
Dr. Jessica Towsky is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois. She earned both her Masters of Arts (M.A.) and Doctor of Psychology Degrees (Psy.D.) from the APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology program at Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. She earned her Bachelors of Arts Degree (B.A.) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Towsky completed ...
I am dedicated to helping you apply individualized and effective methods for addressing depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other compulsive behaviors. I approach these issues from the perspective that they are reactions to stress or trauma. It may be a single event, like a car wreck or the death of a loved one, or the stress may persist over time, like work problems, relationship...
Starting psychotherapy is a brave step towards change. Finding the right psychotherapist can be challenging. In your initial consultation we can discuss the reasons that bring you in, what you expect to get out of treatment, and a plan that suits your needs. We can also discuss scheduling and fees. All with the goal of finding out if I am a good fit for you. I have expertise working with adults...
