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the therapists
Founder & Supervising Therapist
Ellen Payne, LCSW-S
(she/her)
Virtual In-person (Round Rock)
Adults Teens
Specialties: complex trauma; intimate partner violence, sexual violence, childhood trauma and intersections with substance use and self-harm
Primary Modalities: psychodynamic, person-centered, somatic work, parts work, EMDR, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy
Licensed since: 2010
LGBTQ+ competent
BIPOC competent
Neurodivergent affirming
Body Positive
Anti-oppressive
Social justice-oriented
Hi there! Sometimes it can be tricky finding a therapist that you vibe with and think you can trust. I hope that a bit more information about me helps you feel more confident in a decision to reach out.
Supervising Therapist
Patty Conner, LCSW-S
(she/her)
Virtual In-person (Round Rock)
Adults
Specialties: life transitions, trauma & PTSD, caregiver support, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationships, interpersonal violence, childhood abuse, stress, and self-esteem
Primary Modalities: narrative, EMDR, internal family system (IFS), psychodrama
Licensed since: 2000
LGBTQ+ competent
BIPOC competent
Neurodivergent affirming
Body Positive
Anti-oppressive
Social justice-oriented
Congratulations on taking this first step. Starting therapy can be scary, and asking for help is something many of us find difficult to do. Yet, we all experience pain and can use a little support now and then.
Therapist
Alisar Eido, LCSW
(she/her)
Virtual In-person (Round Rock)
Adults Teens
Specialties: intimate partner violence, sexual violence, gender & identity, neurodivergence, multicultural identity, generational trauma, grief and loss
Primary Modalities: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, narrative, somatic work, solution-focused brief therapy, person-centered
Years of experience: 3
LGBTQ+ competent
BIPOC competent
Neurodivergent affirming
Body Positive
Anti-oppressive
Social justice-oriented
​Multicultural competent
I’m glad you’re here. Asking for help can be difficult and trusting someone new can make it even more challenging. I embrace a “come-as-you-are” approach to healing. I look to meet clients where they’re at with acceptance, compassion, and creativity, knowing no two journeys will be the same. Congratulations on taking a step towards change. I hope to walk with you along the way.
Therapist
Claire Mancuso, LCSW
(she/her)
Virtual In-person (Round Rock)
Adults Teens
Specialties: domestic violence, childhood abuse & neglect, sexual assault, substance use, body image & disordered eating, grief & loss, gender & sexual expression
Primary Modalities: narrative therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, person-centered therapy, EMDR
Years of experience: 2
LGBTQ+ competent
BIPOC competent
Neurodivergent affirming
Body Positive
Anti-oppressive
Social justice-oriented
Immigrant competent
Helping professional competent
Howdy! Finding a therapist can be daunting–whether or not it's your first time getting therapy, you’re coming back after many years, or you’re a seasoned therapy-goer looking for a change. I’m as excited to be with you in the trenches as I am to celebrate your victories, big and small.