Break Patterns. Feel Better. Connect More.

Therapy for Emotion Regulation

Austin and surrounding areas

If you’re tired of overreacting, shutting down, or getting stuck in the same arguments, you aren’t alone. You want to stop overthinking and get out of your head. I can help you understand what’s driving those reactions and provide you with the tools to change them.

You might be feeling stuck and ashamed. Alone. You want to feel better about yourself. You are tired of your emotions causing problems in your mood and in your relationships.

Maybe you are feeling disconnected from others and want to get things back on track. You are tired of having the same arguments with your partner and/or kids. You want to be better understood and seen.

Life doesn’t have to stay this way.

Hi, I’m Candace Smith, and I can help.

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You don’t have to keep repeating the same patterns. Change is possible. I have been coaching clients for over 20 years on ways to improve their emotional and relational health.

Taking the first step and reaching out to start therapy is HARD. You might think you should know how to fix things on your own, or that it will feel too uncomfortable talking to someone about personal and sensitive issues. I aim to be neutral and non-judgmental, so that my clients feel safe and at ease while working with me. I specialize in a skills-based therapy modality called DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy). It’s a practical, structured way to learn new ways of managing emotions and improving communication.

Learn the tools to help you break old patterns that aren’t serving you
Improve your confidence and overall happiness
Get equipped with emotion regulation and relationship skills
Start feeling more in control of your mood and mindset

A bit about me

I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Concordia College and a Masters in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin. I did my clinical internship at St. David’s Pavilion, where I ran group therapy sessions for those with drug and alcohol addictions.

I worked at Seton Shoal Creek Hospital for several years, as a therapist for the Adolescent and Family Intensive Outpatient Program. I completed the official Dialectical Behavior Therapy training through Behavior Tech in 2006.

I began my private practice in 2006, specializing in DBT for adolescents and adults.

Services

DBT Therapy

Learn the skills to understand yourself better, and to have more control over your thoughts and emotions. I can help you decrease problematic or impulsive behaviors, so you can live your life aligned with your values.

Relationship Issues

I work with individuals to improve relationships. How to better know what you want or need, and ways to effectively communicate these things. Learn ways to feel more secure and connected.

Rewire your Brain

Using principles from neuroscience, I can help you in calming your nervous system. Learn how to build new habits around emotions and behavior. Build ways to naturally improve your mood and confidence.

Contact me.

Candace Smith, LCSW
(512) 680-0425

9430 Research Blvd.

Echelon IV

Austin, TX 78759

austindbt@yahoo.com