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Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy
 
 

About Her Truth Psychotherapy

 

Licensed professional counselor for women to help have the courage to truly live

I believe all women are capable of thriving in their life.

Though the road to healing is not easy, I want you to see your healing journey as necessary and worth it. I see it as a tremendous honor to hear your story, learn about who you are, and challenge you in ways that bring out the healthiest version of yourself.

 
 

Research continues to show the interconnectedness
of the mind & body.

This research has influenced the mental health field to also provide practical and evidence-based education to help individuals live better. With content on our blog, social media, and website, I hope you find the information helpful in your daily life.

 
 
Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy

Our Mission

The Courage to Truly Live

The courage to truly live is having the awareness to experience the full spectrum of human emotions. Sometimes we need to feel uncomfortable emotions and make hard choices to move life in the right direction.

We believe in the journey of self-discovery and finding a personal truth that can be a guide in life. Everyone has their own life path, and we are committed to helping you find yours.

 
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My Story

Becoming a psychotherapist came from my own experience …

Hello, I am Shantel Gonsalves. Licensed Professional Counselor for women and Integrative Health Practitioner.

As I began my own inner work as a client in therapy as a young adult. My journey forced me to become a student of my own health, learning how to optimize my self-care practices and structuring my life to help me thrive. It also spurred in me the curiosity to understand the workings of others’ minds and to authentically connect with people to promote safety and compassion.

 
 
Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy
 

⟡ Courage
⟡ Determination
⟡ Acceptance

 
Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy
 

Who I work with:

My passion for helping women began at a young age, being drawn to female empowerment while attending an all-women’s university, and being an athlete on volleyball teams.

In my clinical work, I enjoyed the challenge of working with women in the field of eating disorders; growing in compassion for their deeper struggles of self-esteem, body image, and trauma. Then after becoming a mother, I became interested in working with mothers in the perinatal and postpartum therapy realms. I completed a specialized certification through Postpartum Support International (PSI) to better address the mental health needs of mothers. 

 
 

I love the work I do!

 

I am always humbled by how my clients challenge me to better myself and never stop growing

Recently, I made the decision to complete an Integrative Health Practitioner program, wanting to gain a deeper understanding of the biochemical impact of stress and ways to optimize lifestyle for overall wellness.

 
 
Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy
 

A look at my education

Licenses & Degrees

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas-2020

  • MA-Counseling Psychology - Pacifica Graduate Institute, Santa Barbara, CA-2012

  • BA-Psychology - St. Catherine’s University, St. Paul, MN-2008

Training & Certifications

  • Certified Integrated Health Practitioner - 2021

  • EMDR trained - 2021

  • PSI-Maternal Mental Health Certificate - 2021

  • Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) trained - 2017 & 2021

  • Trust-Base Relational Intervention (TBRI) trained - 2016

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) - 2011

 

Outside of the therapy room

⟡ I am a wife and mama to a young son.

⟡ I am a Sagittarius who enjoys change, and always in search of a new adventure.

⟡ I enjoy moving my body through walking, barre classes, and cycling.

⟡ I love the opportunity to connect authentically with my husband, friends, and family.

⟡ I am more of an extrovert as I become older, always up for a good night out with friends, or a date night with my husband.

Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy
 

⟡ Wife & Mother
⟡ Adventurer
⟡ Friend

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 My Specialties

 
 
Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy

Anxiety & Depression

 

Manage anxiety and depression by learning coping skills, exploring lifestyle shifts, and developing new habits and routines to decrease suffering.

Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy

Prenatal & Postpartum Mental Health

 

Transition to your new role as an expectant and new mother. For women, we explore areas of self-care, identifying areas of support, and strengthening connection with themselves. When needed, we will work through pregnancy and birth trauma.

 
Austin Psychotherapist, Shantel Gonsalves from Her Truth Psychotherapy

Life Transitions

 

Life changes can bring about uncertainty and fear. In these times, psychotherapy support is necessary to fully move through the experience. We can identify aspects of the transition that are in your control, self-care practices, and emotional regulation techniques to help ease the transition

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Find truth in yourself - heal old wounds and learn how to manage life

 

Live Courageously