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Licensed Psychologist for Women
South Central Austin - Near Zilker Park
Expert therapy for women, new mothers, and young adults in Central Austin. Specializing in postpartum and perinatal mental health, life transitions, relationship patterns, anxiety, depression, and personal growth. Serving 78746, Zilker, Barton Hills & virtually throughout Texas.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Navigating the challenges of new motherhood? Feeling stuck in your 20s or 30s? Working through relationship patterns that keep you unfulfilled?
Maybe you are thinking this phase of life isn't what you had envisioned,
or you're uncertain about your life's direction.
Do you find yourself going through the motions, grappling with a sense of inadequacy, or experiencing dissatisfaction in your relationships?
Are you feeling under-appreciated or not like your old self?
If This Feels Familiar, You Are In The Right Place.
Meet Dr. Emily Turinas - Austin Native & Licensed Psychologist
I'm Dr. Emily Turinas, a licensed psychologist providing therapy for women in South Austin and throughout Central Austin. Located near Zilker Park in 78746, I specialize in helping women navigate motherhood transitions, life changes, relationship challenges, and personal growth.
As an Austin native and UT Austin PhD graduate, I understand the unique challenges facing women in our community—whether you're a new mom struggling with postpartum anxiety, a young adult figuring out your direction, or someone working through relationship patterns that keep you stuck. I provide expert care for postpartum and perinatal mental health, quarter-life transitions, attachment issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
My approach combines evidence-based therapy with a psychodynamic lens, focusing on deep insight and lasting change. I offer in-person therapy in South Austin (78746, near Zilker Park) and virtual sessions throughout Texas and beyond.
Why Choose Live Oak Psychology?
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PhD-Level Expertise: Psychological assessment and evidence-based therapy from a licensed psychologist
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South/ Central Austin Location: Conveniently located in 78746 near Zilker Park with easy access from Barton Hills, Travis Heights, Tarrytown, and Central Austin neighborhoods
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Specialized Training: Advanced training through Postpartum Support International for perinatal mental health, plus specialized expertise in young adult development, attachment theory, and trauma therapy. I also bring personal understanding as a mom who navigated pregnancy complications and NICU trauma.
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Austin Roots: Raised in Austin with deep understanding of local resources, community, and the unique pressures facing women in our rapidly growing city.
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Postpartum Specialist: Advanced training in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International
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Flexible Therapy Options: In-person therapy in Central/South Austin (78746, near zilker park) and virtual sessions across most states.
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Psychodynamic Approach: Depth-oriented therapy focusing on insight and lasting personal growth
Mental Health Therapy for Women in Central & South Austin
Life as a woman comes with unique challenges—navigating relationships, managing multiple roles, dealing with societal expectations, and finding your authentic self. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship struggles, therapy provides space to process, heal, and grow. I specialize in women's mental health across life stages, from young adulthood through motherhood and beyond. My approach addresses the whole person—your relationships, identity, emotions, and personal history.
Common concerns:Anxiety • Depression • Life transitions • Identity struggles • Self-esteem • Stress management • Personal growth
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Areas We Serve
Serving South Austin, Central Austin & Surrounding Communities. Live Oak Psychology is located in South Central Austin (78746) near Zilker Park, providing convenient therapy services for women and young adults throughout:
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South Austin: Zilker • Barton Hills • Travis Heights • Bouldin Creek • South Lamar • South Congress
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Central Austin: Downtown • Clarksville • Tarrytown • West Campus • Hyde Park
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West Austin: Rollingwood • West Lake Hills • Tarrytown
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Other Areas: Mueller • East Austin • North Austin
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Virtual therapy available throughout Texas and 40+ states (Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, DC, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming)
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Whether you're looking for a therapist near Zilker Park, a psychologist in Westlake, or virtual therapy in Texas, Dr. Turinas provides specialized mental health care with flexible in-person and online options.
Live Oak Psychology
Emily Turinas Ph.D.
512-766-9871
In-Person Therapy: 2525 Wallingwood Drive 7D, Austin, Texas 78746
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Virtual therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, DC, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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