Hi, I’m Jill.

(she/her)

Being a therapist is one of my favorite things—it’s a privilege to sit with people as they explore who they are, what they’ve been through, and where they want to go. My style is down-to-earth, collaborative, and rooted in genuine care. In our work together, we might look at how your body and nervous system respond to stress, untangle the stories you tell yourself, or explore the parts of you that hold pain, wisdom, or resilience. I draw from approaches like EMDR, Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, and mindfulness, but more than anything, I listen and tailor therapy to what actually feels helpful for you.

I believe healing happens when we feel seen and supported, and I do my best to create that kind of space. Sometimes that looks like quiet reflection, laughing together, or making sense of why a certain song hits you right in the heart. However the work unfolds, I hope you leave feeling more connected to yourself and with tools that support your healing.

My dedication extends to various areas that resonate with me, such as LGBTQ+ matters, navigating religious deconstruction and reconstruction, addressing religious trauma, managing sexual shame and trauma, exploring identity formation, cultivating self-esteem, enhancing communication within relationships, and navigating life’s transitional phases. Additionally, I am an EMDR-trained therapist.

Ready to get started?

Finding the right therapeutic fit can be hard…and scary! I offer a free 30-minute consultation to all potential clients so we can make sure this is the right relationship for the work you want to do. Let’s chat so I can understand your unique needs, goals, and style of working. I practice at Luminary Counseling, PLLC in Northeast Austin.

About Me

Originally from Houston, I have spent the last decade+ in Austin and consider it home! I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Communication Studies. After pursuing a career in the non-profit world, I found my true passion in counseling. I received my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, TX. Now an LPC, I practice at Luminary Counseling, PLLC in Northeast Austin.

Outside of work, you can find me hanging out at Barton Springs swimming and reading sapphic romance novels, jogging around Lady Bird Lake, taking painting classes at Laguna Gloria, grabbing a cold beer or an old fashioned with friends at a dive bar, taking a yoga class, and dancing to live music around town!