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Top therapists in Buda, TX accepting new patients
Buda residents can access flexible mental health care through Headway's network of 10,000 providers. Whether you're seeking support in South Austin neighborhoods or beyond, our therapists offer compassionate care with open availability as soon as tomorrow. Many sessions are covered by insurance with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Licensed Chemcial Dependency Counselor with 11 years of experience. I am a trauma-trained and imformed therapist. I specialize in the field of addiction and recovery for both the identified substance user and family and relations affected. I specialize in the integration of 12 step faciliation and CBT skills.
After 15 years in tech marketing, I went to the University of Texas at Arlington to earn my Master's in Social Work. Upon graduation, I worked toward my clinical license at a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Program. Here, I worked with clients with severe mental health problems to find stability and gain the tools necessary to find success in life after program. This setting allowed me to work across the full spectrum of mental health issues, specifically with mood and personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, psychosis, and other high-acuity issues.
I give you a space to explore, feel, question, cry, scream, cuss, fall apart, and fall together. I like wrestling with whatever it is that is coming up in your heart or mind. I am open minded and care about the burdens you carry around everyday. It's hard work to grow yourself and we can work together to create and achieve your goals. I believe your story matters and holds a lot of power in shaping your life.
Hi! I'm Kelly (she/they). In the past, I've worked at hospices and crisis centers; I'm passionate about creating space to hold the heavy parts of life. My expertise lies in grief counseling, and I work with all different kinds of loss. I currently work in private practice, and I see both individuals and couples. I enjoy working with teens and young adults, queer and trans folx, and neurodivergent clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and existential dread.
Life can bring on challenges that are difficult to work through without support. As the daughter of immigrant parents, I understand the complexities of intergenerational trauma. The weight of cultural and societal expectations can take a toll on one’s mental health. Family & religious pressure can also have a negative effect on our own identity and self-perception. As a therapist, my goal is to help clients embrace their authentic selves and find new paths of healing and growth.
***Currently I only see adult individual clients and do not see couples or children.
Hi, I'm Amber Martinez, licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) specializing in psychotherapy. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, trauma, and eating disorders. I offer both in-person sessions and virtual therapy for clients throughout Texas.
I come from a systems and person-centered background, with a masters degree in Social Work. I am fully credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and use a relational approach to meet my clients where they are at.
Hi I'm Paola. I'm an English and Spanish speaking Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from Dallas, TX. I currently reside in Austin, TX. I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Behavioral Neuroscience from St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas and a Master of Science in Psychology with a certification in Psychological services for Spanish Speaking Populations at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas.
I work with adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, substance use, or other life challenges, my goal is to offer a supportive space where you can feel understood and begin making meaningful changes.
I received my BS in Psychology and my MS in Clinical Counseling Psychology. I have a passion for helping people gain skills to endure, overcome, ant thrive. I fell in love with all things psychology at a young age and have gained a great many life experiences that have taught me a deep level of empathy and understanding.
Ashley's passion is to assist people in healing childhood and family of origin wounds. She specifically enjoys working with parents who recognize their own hurts are getting in the way of being a joyful and loving parent. Ashley has experience being a single parent, a married parent, a widowed parent, and a step-parent. She understands the unique struggles that many families face and has a deep passion for supporting parents and adult children in finding peace in their everyday struggles.
I welcome EVERYONE to my practice. I hope your experience working with me is affirming, safe and empowering. I have been working in the mental health field for 20 years and specialize in trauma treatment. I utilize different therapy modalities for different people but love incorporating EMDR in my work.
I'm Amy and my goal as a therapist is to aid you in the process of healing attachment wounds, relationship trauma, and building healthy relationships. With unhealthy bonds, boundaries being broken, codependency and abuse, many struggle to uphold their values and self worth. I aim to help you find your best self, self love, and strength to take charge in your future.
With a collaborative, creative and strengths-focused approach, I provide therapy to individuals and couples, covering issues including resolving troubles, communicating effectively, meeting challenges, or dealing with addiction. I’m a licensed professional counselor, and my integrative and holistic approach is able to help you with a very broad range of topics.
Professionally, I have spent a decade in education (five years as a classroom teacher and five years as a school counselor). This is my third year as a therapist outside of the school setting.
For my masters degree, I attended Texas State University in San Marcos, TX (Eat 'em up cats!). At Texas State, I completed my MA in Professional Counseling with two focuses: school counseling and clinical mental health.
As a former educator, the populations I support include adolescents, young adults, educators, parents/guardians, and caretakers.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in N Austin. Much of my clinical background is in Eating Disorder treatment. I also have extensive experience helping clients with various mental health struggles including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image, exploration of gender identity and or sexuality, interpersonal relationships, difficulty with life transitions, trauma, and more.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Buda, TX



- 95%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 88%Relationship issues
- 86%Trauma
- 83%Stress management

- 100%Aetna
- 62%Cigna
- 59%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 52%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 50%United Healthcare

- 99%English
- 8%Spanish
- 1%German
- 1%Korean
- 1%Mandarin

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 69%Woman
- 31%Man

- 55%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 8%Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 5%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor

- 100%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 25%Child or adolescent therapy
- 19%Couples therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Buda
Finding therapists in Buda starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may want help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or a major life change. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and approaches that match what you want to address. A therapist’s profile can show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
Buda has a smaller local therapy market than nearby Austin, so virtual therapy can expand your options while keeping care close to home. You may prefer an in-person therapist near Buda, Kyle, or South Austin, or you may want virtual sessions that fit around work, school, or caregiving schedules. Beyond specialty, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and approach to care.
Therapy in Buda can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, see estimated out-of-pocket costs after adding your insurance, and book directly when you’re ready.
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