ENHANCING INTIMACY

For Relationship and Sexual Health

Find a professional who cares, without breaking your budget.

We get it. Investing in therapy can feel intimidating. Work with our team to find someone who will fit your budget and help you reach your goals. 

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Enhancing Intimacy Counseling- Austin, Texas

Lauren Reed

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist- Associate,

Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate

Lauren supports individuals and partners who desire a steady and nurturing relationship, no matter what form it may take. She works with people experiencing religious or cultural shame related to their sexuality. Lauren is familiar with Kink practices and healthy polyamorous relationships and is prepared to help you thrive in a judgement-free space where you can be yourself. 

Supervised by Claudia Thompson, LMFT-S, LPC-S

$80 for a 50-minute session

Kathleen Etzel

Counseling Intern

Kathleen works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. Kathleen believes through self-acceptance, compassion and reducing shame, individuals can thrive in relationships with self and others. Kathleen works with individuals and couples to strengthen communication, increase sexual satisfaction, move through identity transitions and practice interpersonal skills. She is in her final internship semesters to complete her master's in counseling at St. Edward's University. 

Supervised by

Jill Baumgarner, LPC

$45 for a 50-minute session

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For hours and availability, please call 512-994-2588

Deanna Shahady

LMFT- Associate

Deanna Shahady specializes in Sex Therapy using both relational and behavioral techniques. She strongly believes that pleasure is a vital component of happiness, and that through therapy, individuals and couples can learn the right tools to achieve mental, emotional, physical, and sexual health. She works with Individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, body image, trauma, gender identity, and sexuality to explore and learn to love who they are. She also works with couples to address communication problems and helps them build stronger, more intimate connections.

Supervised by

Claudia Thompson, LMFT-S, LPC-S

$130 for a 50-minute session

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If you are not able to schedule with the therapist of your choice, please call our office, at 512-994-2588.