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Trauma-Informed, Bilingual Therapist for

Anxiety, Life Transitions, and Healing in Austin, TX

Carol Hernandez, LMSW

Hi and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here and honored that you’re considering therapy. With a deep understanding of the human experience, I bring empathy, a touch of directness, and warmth to my work. As an animal lover and mother, I value connection and appreciate the diverse intersections of identity that shape us all. I'm committed to helping others find their sense of belonging and navigate life's challenges, drawing from my own experiences with mental health. I offer bilingual therapy services across Texas, including Austin(in-person), San Antonio, Edinburg, McAllen, Dallas, and Houston. 

Donde Hay Vida Hay Esperanza 

Honor yourself

Have you heard the proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child”? In this version you are the child, the village is your community, and think of “rais[ing]” as healing. Give yourself the gift of healing that inner you, your own inner child, and the privilege of allowing me to be part of your “village” or as we can call it, your community!

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SPECIALIZING IN:

  • LIFE TRANSITIONS

  • TERAPIA EN ESPAÑOL

  • TRAINED IN DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (DBT)

  • PARENTAL MENTAL HEALTH

  • NEURODIVERSE INDIVIDUALS: ADHD

  • RACIAL TRAUMA, INTERGENERATIONAL TRAUMA, SEXUAL ABUSE RECOVERY

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with a sense of belonging, may identify as migrant/BIPOC community, LGBTQ+, DACA, 1st/2nd generation, have racial trauma, intergenerational trauma or family of origin trauma. I am committed to supporting, empowering, and uplifting my people and my community.

TU VOZ SE VALORA AQUI

YOUR VOICE IS VALUED HERE

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