Austin Therapist

Linda Chi, MS, LPC

CBT & EMDR Therapy Austin Texas

Depression Therapy Austin Texas

Discover Your True Happiness

You find yourself questioning where it all took a turn for the worse. The nagging thoughts of self-criticism are growing more intense and persistent, causing damage to your self-worth. Despite having aspirations, the grip of depression has left you feeling stuck in a never-ending loop. You feel like you are just going through the motions of life, without any real purpose or joy. You try to be strong in front of everyone but internally you sense yourself crumbling. Depression drains your energy and motivation level. Even the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. You would start a task, but then quickly lose motivation and give up. At times, you feel like things will never get better, and that there's no point in trying. It's like being stuck in a never-ending cycle of sadness and despair. You feel like no one understands what you're going through and that you would be judged for your feelings. The feelings of isolation make it difficult to connect with others and reach out for help.

Stress + Anxiety Therapy Austin Texas

Take charge of your emotional well-being

You feel like stress and anxiety are taking over your mind and your life. Despite trying to calm yourself down and focus on the present, your mind keeps wandering to the future and all the potential negative outcomes. Or you replay past events in your mind, analyzing every detail and wondering what you could have done differently. You found yourself spiraling down a rabbit hole of negative thoughts, “if onlys,” and “what ifs,” leading to an endless stream of self-doubt and self-criticism. The possibility of negative outcomes and sense of guilt lead to a constant state of unease, making it difficult to appreciate the positive aspects of life. You feel nervous when things seem “too good.” Your body feels tense and exhausted, leaving you yearning for rest, yet your mind refuses to shut off. The pressure to be perfect and succeed leaves you feeling overwhelmed and stressed. You try to distract yourself or avoid uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, but these behaviors only serve to keep you stuck in the same cycle.

Trauma Therapy Austin Texas

Transform Your Life: Overcoming Trauma and Reclaiming Your Power

You struggle to find your way back to a normal life after experiencing trauma. You feel fear, anger, sadness, or emotionally numb. You struggle with feelings of shame, guilt, or self-blame, even though you are not responsible for the traumatic event. You struggle with relationships, work, or other aspects of daily life. You feel disconnected from others and struggle with trust or intimacy. You might also experience flashbacks or other intrusive thoughts about the traumatic event. You might be hypervigilant and experience physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches, or muscle tension. Your sleep patterns may be disrupted, and you may have difficulty relaxing or feeling safe. Everyone experiences trauma differently but no matter the experience, trauma has a profound impact on one’s live.