Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Hutto, TX

I’m here to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can be truly heard. I care deeply about helping people work through trauma, improve relationships, strengthen self-esteem, and build confidence. My goal is to help you grow at your own pace and give you the tools to navigate life with more ease and independence.

Since 2011, I have worked with women at all stages of pregnancy and motherhood, including those who have experienced infertility, pregnancy loss or complications, birth trauma, a NICU stay and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.

I am dedicated to providing support to parents and being a mom myself, I understand the joys and hardships!

I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin and I have a BS in Psychology from Texas State University.

I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor, perpetually curious about your stories and perspectives. I specialize in treating individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, and have a history of relational trauma. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, body positive, trauma sensitive, culturally sensitive, sex-positive, and mindful of neurodivergencies and abilities.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board-Approved Supervisor in the state of Texas and have been practicing in the Austin area for over 11 years.

I believe every individual has incredible capacity for self-compassion, self-awareness and growth. Life is challenging and everyone needs increased support at times. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health concerns.

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.

I'm Carol Hernandez, a bilingual therapist, mother, and proud Latina woman deeply connected to my culture and community. I grew up between Southern California and the Rio Grande Valley, went to college at UTRGV in South Texas and did my graduate studies at Baylor University. Over the past five years, I've gotten to work in all kinds of settings such as hospitals, inpatient and outpatient programs, and alongside medical teams, which has given me a pretty wide view of how mental health shows up in people's lives. I love working with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, immigrant, and neurodivergent communities. I specialize in issues of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, trauma, big life changes, grief, post partum depression, or just feeling overwhelmed and not feeling like yourself.

Starting this journey—whether it feels overwhelming, hopeful, or somewhere in between—takes courage, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, and the lasting impact of early family dynamics.

I strive to create a warm, nurturing, nonjudgmental space that is inclusive and collaborative, allowing us to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Using evidence-based approaches as well as humor and compassion, my goal is to partner with my clients to empower to help them to confidently navigate life’s challenges. Together we will explore stressors, limiting beliefs, and past trauma that may be impeding you from reaching your full potential, while also exploring your unique strengths and abilities. My 19 years of experience working in the school system, as a school counselor, is very helpful when I'm working with teens.

I am a doctorally prepared, and ANCC board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to providing holistic mental health care to individuals across the lifespan. With 14+ years of multidisciplinary nursing / clinical experience and a strong educational foundation including a doctorate, dual-master's degree and a bachelor's of science degree in nursing, I am committed to address your needs, provide supportive and collaborative environment for your healing, growth and well-being. At Nifely Health, I offer a free 15 minute consultation, flexible appointments to accommodate your schedule, after-hour virtual visits on weekdays, and weekends from 7:00am until 10:00pm MST.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - WA (425) 357 2672 | WY (307) 298-3008 | TX (972) 640 1258

Services:

Talk Therapy: evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.

Medication management: expert assessment, prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications.

Focus treatment areas includes:

Anxiety

Depression

Panic Disorders

Sleep Disorders

Eating Disorders

Psychotic Disorders

Adjustment Disorders

Personality Disorders

Bipolar/Manic Depressive Disorders

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Maternal Mental Health (Prenatal and Postpartum)