Laurie Stevens-Beck, LPC-S, EMDR-C, CCTP II, C-DBT (She/Her)
Senior Therapist at Austin Mindfulness Center in Austin, Texas.
I can't start my day without grounding, a little yoga, and morning meditation.
Support for trauma, anxiety & stress, and specialized concerns & aftercare.
Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced
Meet with Laurie
- In person at the North Austin office and South Austin office, and online appointments.
- Ages 18 and up: Young Adults (18–25), Adults (26–64), and Older Adults (65+)
- Languages: English.
- Sees couples and partners.
Payment options: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, Private Pay / Self Pay, Sana, and United Healthcare.
Availability and insurance coverage are confirmed before scheduling.
Laurie's focus
- Alternative Spirituality
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
- Codependency
- Complex Trauma
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- PTSD
- Sexual Trauma
- Stress
- Trauma
Professional profile
Laurie, LPC-S, CCTP II, EMDR-C, C-DBT, is a Licensed psychotherapist, having worked in a variety of acute, residential and intensive outpatient treatment settings, as well as in private practice during the past 25 years.
Laurie has vast expertise with dual diagnosis clients, specializing in Trauma, Anxiety / Depression and other Affective Disorders, Chemical Dependency, Personality Disorders, and LGBTQ+ clientele. Laurie is trained and skilled with the implementation of trauma-informed care practices and experienced with sound, empirical, evidenced-based practices including CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy as well as EMDR.
Laurie is a seeker and values learning and growth everyday! Laurie enjoys the “ATX Vibe”, hiking, reading, and spending time with family, friends, and her dog. Mindfulness and grounding are utilized daily both personally and professionally.
Welcome
Most of us believe change is hard. It certainly can be, and I’ve experienced my share of change! I also believe in the power of change, facing what may be thought of as obstacles and transforming those obstacles into opportunities. As the quote above mentions, we cannot change without facing it.
How I work
I will hold space with you, as I believe you have everything needed to change obstacles into opportunities and become your best, most authentic self, mentally and physically!
Whether you want to unpack past or current trauma, learn how to manage anxiety or depression, navigate life challenges or relationship issues, healing, growth and yes- change - is absolutely within your reach.
Let’s get started! I can’t wait to meet you!
What Laurie helps with
- Alternative Spirituality
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
- Codependency
- Complex Trauma
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- PTSD
- Sexual Trauma
- Stress
- Trauma
- Abandonment
- ADHD
- Alternative Lifestyle Concerns
- Anger
- Attachment Concerns
- Body Image
- Boundaries
- Depression
- Divorce / Separation
- Domestic Violence Survivor Support
- Grief and Loss
- Identity Exploration
- Intergenerational Trauma
- LGBTQ+ Concerns
- Meaning & Purpose
- Perfectionism
- Pregnancy Loss
- Self-Harm
- Sleep Difficulties
- Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
- Eating Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)
- Perinatal & Postpartum Concerns
- Post-IOP / Post-Hospitalization Care
- Psychosis / Schizophrenia Spectrum
- Relationship Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
Who Laurie works with
- First Responders
- LGBTQ+ Individuals
- Military Members & Veterans
- Bicultural / Multicultural Individuals
- College Students
- Identity-Exploring Clients
- Spiritually Exploring Individuals
- Young Professionals
- Adoptive & Foster Families
- Artists & Creatives
- BIPOC Communities
- Caregivers
- Couples & Partners
- Intercultural Families
- Intergenerational Families
- Non-Monogamous / Polyamorous
- Parents & New Parents
- Perinatal & Postpartum Individuals
- Sex-Positive Individuals
How Laurie works
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- EMDR
- Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping)
- Mindfulness
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Person-Centered
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Narrative Therapy
- Reiki / Energy Work
- Somatic Mindfulness
- Strengths-Based Approach
- Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
- Art Therapy
- Behavior Modification
- Bibliotherapy
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Dreamwork & Symbolic Exploration
- Enneagram-Informed
- Expressive Arts Therapy
- Integrative Approach
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
- Polyvagal-Informed
- Psychodynamic
- Somatic Therapy
- Yoga-Informed
Therapist spotlight
What made you decide to become a counselor?
I have always been drawn to connectivity and human beings! Love humanity and have an intrinsic desire for everyone to be treated with dignity and respect at all times. Further, I've been fascinated with how the mind works. A significant life event I experienced led me toward the counseling profession. I have been a "seeker" my entire life and naturally gravitate toward hope and healing for all of us.
If you could teach the world one skill or technique to improve their lives, what would it be?
DBT Wise Mind and EMDR calm/peaceful place--would love for everyone to have these skills :)
If you could recommend one book to all your clients, what would it be?
The Four Agreements-Don Miguel Ruiz. Just fantastice for anyone and everyone in my opinion!
How do you personally practice self-care?
Cannot begin my day without grounding and incorporating mindfulness with a bit of yoga and morning meditation.
Have you personally been in counseling and if so, what did you learn about yourself?
Yes I have, more than once in my life. I found the space to breathe, reset and learn new essential skills and am grateful for the experience.
What inspires you to help others?
To continue to see the spark return when individuals may have felt lost and hopeless.
Who is your ideal client?
Adults that are motivated to learn, don't mind some directness and homework during their therapeutic journey
How do you relate to Mindfulness? How do you incorporate it in your sessions?
I incorporate mindfulness in just about all that I do. Firm believer in the fact that our bodies "keep the score" and somatically we register things before our brain may connect with thoughts.
If you are hosting a dinner party, who are the 3 people you would invite and why?
Such a tough one, it would definitely have to be more than 3! I'd like to invite all 4 Beatles, Stephen King, Mother Teresa, Gandhi and so many more. It would be a 3-4 hour meal with lively, philosophical conversation.