Hi, I'm Maxine! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, TX, and I earned both my BA in Psychology and Mathematics and my MA in Counseling from St. Edward's University. I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults, though I also welcome adults of all ages. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or big life transitions, I'm here to support you.
I believe therapy works best as a team effort, and I tailor my approach to each person's unique story, needs, and goals. I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT and am trained in EMDR to help clients safely process difficult experiences. With kids and teens, I love helping them build a personalized "toolbox" of practical coping skills they can use in and out of the therapy room. When working with young clients, I also value collaboration with parents and caregivers while protecting each young person's private, confidential space.
You can expect a warm, welcoming, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. Our first session is all about getting to know each other — we'll talk about what's bringing you to therapy, what you hope to get out of it, and start identifying your strengths and goals together. There's no pressure to share more than you're comfortable with; building trust comes first.
