De’Aires Cotton, LPC-Associate

Associate Therapist

De’Aires is a person who is passionate about helping his clients move toward holistic healing. He specializes in individuals, couples, and groups. De’Aires style is positive and non-judgmental. He works with each client’s strengths to help them navigate life challenges, setting clear goals for the work. His focus is to help clients achieve a sense of wholeness and to gain a greater connection and awareness to themselves, and those in their lives. His approach is warm, genuine, caring, and playful, with an openness that welcomes and holds space for all the unique parts of the human experience.

He has a Masters in Counseling from The Seminary of the Southwest and a B.A. in Kinesiology from The University of Texas at Austin. De’Aires is a Licensed Professional Counselor who incorporates Somatic experience, and relaxation in his work. He specializes in Sports Psychology, Emotional regulation , Somatic experiencing and connecting meaningful relationships.

As a dedicated individual, couple, and group therapist, De’Aires specializes in a range of areas, including:

De’Aires Cotton, LPC-Associate
Supervised by John Howard, LMFT-S License #201852
4407 Bee Caves Rd, Ste 422, West Lake Hills, TX, 78746

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Montana Holmes, LMFT, PsyD

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Postdoctoral Fellow

Montana Holmes, PsyD is supervised by Dr. Miki Brownstone.
PRESENCE
4407 Bee Caves Rd
Ste 422
Austin, TX
78746

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Emily Tran, PsyD, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Postdoctoral Fellow

Emily Tran, PsyD is supervised by Dr. Miki Brownstone.
PRESENCE
4407 Bee Caves Rd
Ste 422
Austin, TX
78746

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Dinara Blomberg

Licensed Professional Therapist-Associate

Dinara is a licensed professional psychotherapist with a deep passion for helping individuals find hope and healing. She holds a master’s degree in Clinical Counseling & Psychotherapy from the Institute of Clinical Social Work in Chicago. Beyond her therapeutic journey, Dinara’s life has been enriched by her experiences as a former professional ballroom dancer and dance coach.

Having spent years as a ballroom dance teacher and a professional competitor, Dinara discovered the transformative power of dance as a means of expression and emotional release. She has witnessed how dance can instill confidence, promote positive self-image, and cultivate meaningful connections between individuals as a dance coach. This profound understanding of the mind-body connection and the impact of movement on emotional well-being became a guiding force in her journey towards psychotherapy.

Dinara further honed her skills in guiding and supporting individuals of all ages in their dance pursuits. She found immense joy in not only helping her students master intricate dance routines but also in witnessing their personal growth and self-discovery through dance. This role as a coach allowed her to cultivate empathy, patience, and effective communication skills – qualities that have proven invaluable in her therapeutic practice.

Combining her background as a ballroom dance teacher and coach with her pursuit of a Masters in Clinical Counseling & Psychotherapy, Dinara has acquired a unique set of skills to understand and connect with her clients on a deeper level.

In her counseling practice, she employs a psychodynamic orientation, which further enriches her approach to psychotherapy. This orientation emphasizes the exploration of unconscious thoughts and emotions, helping clients gain deeper insights into their past experiences and how they shape their current behaviors and relationships. Dinara believes in creating a non-judgmental safe space to work together with a client to help them in their journey.

By integrating psychodynamic principles into her counseling techniques, she strives to facilitate profound self-awareness and facilitate meaningful change. Her aim is to provide a holistic and comprehensive therapeutic experience that addresses both the conscious and unconscious aspects of her clients’ lives.

Dinara is committed to assisting individuals in uncovering and understanding the underlying roots of their challenges, fostering lasting healing and personal growth.

Fluent in both English and Russian, Dinara brings a versatile approach to her practice, enabling her to work effectively with individuals of various age groups and cultural backgrounds. Her ability to empathize, listen actively, and communicate effectively, coupled with her passion for fostering resilience and growth, empowers her clients to embark on their transformative journey towards healing and hope.

Dinara continues to appreciate the art of dance as a source of joy and rejuvenation outside of her professional endeavors. She enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two children, who keep her busy. Dinara also loves to workout, play tennis, she enjoys spending time with her friends and reading.

Supervised by Kristin Shanahan, M.A., LPC-S, License #67338
1015 Bee Cave Woods Dr. Ste 206, Austin, TX 78746

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Laura Bowen, LPC-S

Clinical Supervisor and Therapist

Laura Bowen has been working in the field of mental health since 1998, but she has been drawn towards helping people as far back as she can remember. She decided to pursue a career in counseling after receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Texas, Dallas. Says Laura,“I became passionate about the work I was doing when I saw how much people’s lives improved when they found their path.” She subsequently sought further education and obtained a Master’s degree in Counseling from Amberton University.

Laura is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Master Addiction Counselor. She specializes in couples therapy and is IMAGO certified. Her passion for working in recovery comes from experiencing her own tragic loss, which drove her to develop her skills and training in trauma work and addiction treatment. She believes that this life experience helps her relate to clients on a deeper level. Laura has additional training and experience in Psychodrama, Expressive Art Therapy, and Ego State Therapy, as well as CBT and DBT. She is also a Certified EDMR therapist and an Amen Clinic Affiliate, the latter of which has helped her craft assessment materials to better understand the core issues that clients are experiencing. 

Laura was born and raised in California but traveled and lived in several countries as her family served in the Foreign Services. While her experience in Mental Health began with her work with adolescents and families, Laura went on to work with all types of populations in her long-spanning career, and she believes that this, combined with her background, enables her to relate to a wide variety of people and cultures. Laura has worked in many different settings; inpatient, outpatient, residential treatment and private practice. She has held positions as Clinical Director, Clinician, Manager and Business Developer in both California and Texas. 

She enjoys combining her human resource management background with her clinical skill set; this combined with her diverse cultural background opened doors for her to work with executives, athletes, musicians, and performers. Laura uses a client centered multi modal approach in her work with clients. When it comes to leadership, Laura enjoys coaching others in a way that serves them, allowing them to better serve others. To bring it full circle, she believes that through helping others, we gain insight and guidance in our own lives and self work.

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Lisa Dreher, LMFT-Associate

Associate Therapist

Lisa is a caring professional specializing in individuals, couples, and families as a Licensed Marriage and Family Associate. She is curious and empathic, prioritizing collaboration and mutual respect in her work. Lisa enjoys empowering clients to have healthier relationship dynamics with themselves, in committed relationships, and as parents and caregivers.

Lisa holds a Masters of Counseling, with a focus in Couples and Family Therapy, from St. Edward’s University and a B.A. in Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin. She currently trains with nationally-known couples therapist, John Howard, and considers Dr. Tori Olds and Steve Terrell influential mentors.

The work of Dan Siegel, Juliane Taylor Shore, Dr. Richard Schwartz, Bonnie Badenoch and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson inform her approach. She holds a Level 1 certification in the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT) and completed Levels 1 & 2 in the Gottman Couples Method. In addition to her certifications in couples work, Lisa has additional trainings and certifications on developmental trauma, Internal Family System informed services by IFSCA, The Nurtured Heart Parenting Approach and the Prepare and Enrich Premarital Assessment.

Her style is positive, compassionate and non-judgmental. She provides opportunities for clients to gain insight into how past experiences affect their present day relationships. Foundational to her approach is a respect for diverse cultural, racial, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. Lisa is LGBTQ+ affirming.

In addition to her work in therapy, Lisa offers educational workshops for families and caregivers seeking to improve dynamics within their homes. As an educator, she works alongside participants as a cheerleader and coach, sharing the latest in the science of family health with a down-to-earth approach.

When she is not supporting clients or teaching, Lisa enjoys cooking for friends and family or curling up with a cup of tea and great book. She enjoys writing poetry and is currently setting her sights on learning to draw. She loves time in nature and is frequently on her bike or visiting one of Austin’s many swimming holes.

Lisa is a LMFT-Associate supervised by John Howard, LMFT-S, LPC-S.

Specialties:
• Personal growth, identity exploration, & life transitions
• Parenting & misbehavior in school aged and special needs children
• Romantic & family relationships
• Authentic expression & relating
• Spirituality
• Emotional health
• Trauma
• Grief
• Anxiety/Depression

Professional Affiliations:
• Austin IN (Interpersonal Neurobiology) Connection
• Austin Group Psychotherapy Society (AGPS)
• Texas Counseling Association (TCA)
• American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy

Lisa Dreher, LMFT-Associate
Supervised by John Howard, LMFT-S License #201852
4407 Bee Caves Rd, Ste 422, West Lake Hills, TX, 78746

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Meghan Kane, LMFT-Associate

Associate Therapist

Not accepting new clients.

Meghan is a warm and empathetic therapist who incorporates the latest methodologies. She has a deep understanding of power dynamics and multicultural perspectives to help clients from diverse backgrounds and in various stages of life. Meghan’s open-minded style is to be fully present with her clients emotionally and in conversation, to be non-judgmental, and to walk through life transitions with her clients, prioritizing personal growth and awareness. She weaves together various approaches including attachment science, emotional exploration, somatic awareness and mindfulness practices to help each client feel seen, understood, and supported.

Meghan has a Masters in Counseling from St. Edward’s University and a Bachelors in Science from Texas State University. She works with individuals and couples as well as people in various non-traditional relationship structures such as non-monogamy and polyamory.  She facilitates space for each client to explore and gain a deeper understanding of patterns, values, and to take steps towards greater self-compassion and connection.

She also holds additional certificates in the treatment of trauma, Psychedelic Assisted Therapies and Internal Family Systems (IFS). 

Meghan is married with four children and spends as much time as possible hiking in the woods or near water. She is an avid reader and can often be found with her nose in a book, absorbing wisdom in topics ranging from spirituality to delicious new recipes to try.

Specialties:

• KAT (Ketamine Assisted Therapy) Certified Therapist
• Couples
• Psychedelic integration
• Personal growth
• Existential concerns
• Women’s sexuality and identity

Meghan is Supervised by John Howard, LMFT-S
4407 Bee Caves Rd, Ste 422
Austin, TX 78746
512.469.0535

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Taylor Cnudde, LPC

Licensed Individual and Couples Therapist
KAT (Ketamine Assisted Therapy) Certified Therapist

Taylor holds a B.A. in Psychology from Michigan State University, and a Masters in School Counseling and Post-Masters Ed.S. degree in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University. She is passionate about helping clients heal and deepen their relationships with themselves and others.

Taylor welcomes individuals and couples who are seeking to create change in their lives. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, self-compassion/acceptance, and relationship issues. 

Taylor may be a good fit for you if anxiety or depression are causing daily distress, self-criticism and burnout are impacting work performance, or if relationships feel unmanageable and disconnected. She supports clients to overcome painful past experiences and unhelpful patterns, in order to reconnect with themselves, loved ones, and career in more meaningful and successful ways.

Taylor’s therapeutic approach integrates attachment science, mindfulness, somatic awareness, and emotion-focused techniques. Sessions are tailored to fit the unique concerns of each client. She trains in experiential approaches with field leaders such as Dr. Tori Olds, Ph.D, John Howard, LPC, LMFT, and Dr. Diana Fosha, Ph.D. Committed to creating a warm, safe space and welcoming you just as you are, Taylor is LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, HAES aligned, and supportive of non-traditional relationships. 

Taylor’s other passions include traveling, dance, yoga and exploring new creative outlets. She charges $150/per session.

Specialties: 

• KAT (Ketamine Assisted Therapy) Certified Therapist
• Trauma
• Anxiety/Depression
• Attachment
• Couples Counseling
• Life transitions
• Emotional processing
• Personal growth

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Kayla Abbatello, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist

Kayla Abbatello, PsyD (she/her/hers) is a licensed psychologist at Presence Wellness. She approaches therapy in a relational manner so as to build a genuine connection with those seeking therapy. Kayla believes the most important aspect of the therapeutic process is the working relationship and strives to understand others’ thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and desires as best she can. She helps those seeking therapy to build awareness of how their past experiences (with self and others) might be contributing to current stressors and ways of relating to distress. Kayla understands that therapy is real work in addition to all of the other demands of life, and as such, strives to meet people where they are with humor and compassion.

Dr. Abbatello earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University in Portland, Oregon. During her time in Portland, Kayla gained experience in various settings including community mental health, college counseling centers, intensive-outpatient programs, and assessment sites. She completed her clinical internship at Vanderbilt University, which allowed her to serve students of varying identities and goals in life. There, she also learned the importance of wrap-around services and believes collaboration with other health professionals greatly improves quality of care.

Kayla uses an integrative therapy approach that draws heavily from relational psychodynamic practices. She believes it is crucial to explore and understand identity through current and historical lenses, and therefore, incorporates feminist and critical race theory into her work. Kayla understands that the limitations of identity and privilege can sometimes hinder the therapy experience and will work with you to fulfill each individuals’ goals. She enjoys working with adults who are looking to build self-awareness, explore and identify interpersonal patterns, process relational stressors and trauma, and gain connection, insight, and self-compassion.

Personally, Kayla enjoys reading, traveling, trivia, and tv shows. She is new to the Austin area and enjoys the craft brewery and music scene. She has a one-year-old curious cat that you may see pop up every now and then in telehealth sessions.

Kayla Abbatello, PsyD
PRESENCE
4407 Bee Caves Rd
Ste 422
Austin, TX
78746

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