• Licensed Professional Counseling Associate (LPC-A 96699)

• Veteran

• Individual Therapy

• Couples Counseling

How I can help ...

• Veteran Counseling for Female Military Members or Veterans

• Couples Therapy, including Open Relationship Counseling

• Therapy for Anxiety and Depression

• Preparation & Integration Therapy, including HPPD

You serve with pride, but being the only woman in your unit took its toll. The constant battle to prove yourself, the dismissive glances, the inappropriate comments, having your leadership questioned at every turn despite your qualifications … And those darker moments - the sexual harassment, the assaults, the betrayal - you still can't talk about it because your throat tightens and the words get trapped inside you whenever you try to describe what happened. You were told to "stay quiet" for the good of the unit, to not "make waves." Now you're in civilian life, but you catch yourself overcompensating in meetings, taking on extra work to prove your worth, and keeping everyone at arm's length. The uniform is gone, but the invisible weight remains. You wonder if anyone could possibly understand what we women who served really went through...

Veteran Counseling for Female Military Members or Veterans in Austin and Texas

As a veteran myself and a therapist for female veterans, I see you.

I understand the complex layers of your service experience that others often miss. During your veteran counseling sessions:

• You'll find a place where someone finally gets it. No need to explain yourself or your service - I understand what you've been through.

• You'll receive specialised care that actually addresses what you experienced as a woman who served, not generic approaches that miss the mark.

• You'll have a safe space to speak what's been bottled up for too long. That "keep it to yourself" culture stops at my door.

• You'll discover who you are beyond the uniform, while holding onto the strength that got you through. We'll build on your resilience, not start from scratch.

Couples Therapy and Open Relationship Counseling in Austin and Texas

You passed each other in the hallway today like strangers again. When did we stop really seeing each other? The intimacy that once flowed naturally between you all has evaporated. Your conversations never go deeper than schedules and household tasks. The silence between us feels like a third person in the room—unwelcome but impossible to ignore. You yearn for that electric connection you once had, when you could communicate volumes with just a glance. For us, there's also navigating multiple relationships while trying to protect what we have together. The jealousy flares, the tense conversations about boundaries and consent... You wish someone could see your love for what it is, not judge it ...

As an inclusive couples therapist in Austin,

• You'll be truly respected for your unique love story. Whether you're traditional, open, or somewhere in between, there's no need to defend or explain your relationship here.

• You'll feel the relief of having someone who genuinely understands the layers of your connection, without simplifying what makes your bond complex.

• You'll receive gentle guidance through those moments when words fail and distance grows, turning painful silences into pathways back to each other.

• You'll find support that's shaped around your relationship's specific needs and challenges, honoring the vision you both have for your future together.

• You'll rediscover what drew you together in the first place, working at a pace that honors where you both are right now and the unique rhythm of your relationship.

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The sun was shining today, but you couldn't feel its warmth. Getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain—every movement weighted down by invisible chains. Your mind keeps recycling the same dark thoughts, telling you nothing will ever change. You feel locked in a prison you can't see but can't escape either. Your chest tightens randomly throughout the day, your breathing becomes shallow, and your heart races as if you’re in danger. Your body stays coiled like a spring, ready for threats that never materialize. You've tried repeating all those calming mantras, but they feel like empty words now. You barely recognize yourself anymore. Is this just who I am now?

Depression Therapy and Therapy for Anxiety Relief in Austin and Texas

As a compassionate therapist for anxiety and depression in Austin,

• You'll experience the noise in your mind beginning to settle, making room for thoughts that have been waiting to be heard.

• You'll feel those heavy, trapped feelings start to lift—when taking a deep breath actually feels possible again.

• You'll develop tools that work for your unique experience, not generic advice that falls flat when you need it most.

• You'll set down the mask, where "I'm fine" becomes "This is what I'm really feeling"—and that's exactly what belongs here.

Preparation & Integration Therapy, including HPPD

in Austin and Texas

Another sleepless night, staring at the ceiling, haunted by the persistent emptiness that nothing seems to fill. Years of talk therapy, medications, self-help books... you’ve checked every box, and yet the heaviness remains. You've followed every suggestion, tried every technique, but something fundamental still feels missing—like you’re touching the surface of healing but can't reach its core. Maybe after your guided inner journey for emotional well-being, you've been wrestling with insights and emotions you weren’t prepared for. Some moments brought profound clarity, others left you disoriented and questioning everything. You feel caught between worlds now—unable to return to who you were, yet uncertain how to integrate who you’re becoming...

As one of Austin's specialized preparation and integration therapists,

• You'll build genuine safety within yourself before your journey begins—a centered calm that stays with you as experiences unfold.

• You'll find belonging for all parts of your experiences, even the challenging moments that seem impossible to make sense of alone.

• You'll have someone beside you as those waves of insight continue to wash in days and weeks later, helping you find meaning when feelings surge unexpectedly.

• You'll see abstract realizations take shape in your everyday life, not just remain beautiful ideas that fade with time.

• You'll notice new patterns forming in how you respond to old triggers—real shifts that grow stronger with each passing day, evidence of healing that's truly taking root.

"Amber has helped me find my voice again. Her encouragement and insight have given me the confidence to speak up for myself in ways I never thought possible."

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"Amber's sessions feel like a deep breath for my soul. Her calming presence and thoughtful guidance have helped me find peace in places I never thought I could."

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"This isn't the type of therapy where they just listen. Amber helps you uncover solutions and see things in a way that empowers growth. Working with her has been life-changing."

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Hi, I'm Amber ...

My mission is to help clients break through emotional blocks, rediscover inner strength, and build a life that feels fulfilling and authentic.

I specialize in helping individuals, from first responders, to trauma survivors, to those looking to improve overall wellbeing reclaim their lives through holistic approaches to mental health.

I address the root causes of emotional pain using evidence-based therapies like EMDR and Internal Family Systems, pulling from somatic techniques as well. I also offer preparation and integration therapy for emerging holistic approaches to self-discovery and mental wellness.

The services I provide are empathetic but direct.

Therapy with me is for people ready to do the work.

I'll be with you every step of the way.

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My Promises ...

• Non-Judgmental, Safe Space

• Safe Space for the LGBTQIA+ Community

• Evidence-Based, Effective Care

• Professional Integrity and Ethical Conduct

• Client-Centered and Collaborative Approach

• Cultural Competency and Inclusivity

• Transparency in Treatment and Costs