Therapy Austin
Ellen Fencl Therapy Austin

Ellen Fencl, LPC Associate

Supervised by Alice "Bess" Green, LPC-S

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” -Anais Nin


Hello there! I’m Ellen. In my experience, suffering can feel unbearable, confusing, and isolating. It’s hard to imagine where to start, or what healing even looks like. 

If you feel stuck, uncertain, or blocked creatively- I offer a safe and judgment-free space for self-expression and exploration. I believe therapy can help us heal from painful experiences, simply by being heard, witnessed, and validated. From there, therapy can help us move forward, and create a healthy connection to one’s self. 

I have a degree in Art Therapy, and like to incorporate expressive art into sessions, when it would benefit and be of interest to the client. Art has always been my passion. Before I had ever heard of Art Therapy, I was using self-expression as a way to cope, self-soothe, and gain self-awareness. 

In my internships during graduate school, I was able to work with different populations in a wide range of settings. I have worked with young children, adolescents, adults, groups, and couples. I gained my experience while living in Santa Fe, NM, working at the Tierra Nueva Counseling Center, Behavior Change Institute, and Boys and Girls Club of Santa Fe. 

I moved to Austin in the fall of 2018, got married, and had two kids; which has slightly delayed starting my counseling career. Adjusting to motherhood is a whole thing! That being said, I welcome mothers, parents, and caregivers to reach out to me… I see you, I am with you, it’s not easy!

I welcome all to reach out, especially if it sounds like we might be a good fit. You don’t have to be a parent or have an interest in art. I will be honored to listen, learn, and reflect back to you. I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and hold the keys to healing. I just offer assistance along the way!


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More about Ellen

Rates

Starts at $110/hr*
*Actual rates subject to counselor openings

Area of Expertise

Artistic, playful, creative, warm, funny, accepting 

Art therapy! self-expression, creative vision, imagination, and inspiration 

Depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss


Services

Individual Counseling

Locations

South Slaughter
Offsite

Works With

Anxiety & Stress
Depression/Low Mood
Trauma
Low Self-Esteem
Troubled Childhood
Life Transitions
Grief & Loss
Parenting
Pregnancy/Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Personal Growth
Perfectionism
Loneliness/Isolation
Problem Thoughts
Spirituality
Issues with Parents
Communication Issues
Conflict Resolution
Anger Management
Death & Dying
Caregiver Fatigue
Neurodivergence (ADD/Autism)
Career Transitions
Problems at Work
Problems at School
Chronic Illness
Obsessive/Compulsive Tendencies
Interrupted Sleep/Insomnia
Relationship to Food/Body
Troublesome Behaviors
Exploring Sexuality/Sexual Expression
Gender Identity
Substance Use
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Identity Development/Exploration
Development Trauma
Imposter Syndrome
Inner Critic/Negative Self Talk
Issues Related to Oppression

Techniques & Experience

Specializing in grief, loss, death, dying
Integrates art therapies
Helpful with mid-20's challenges
Trauma-focused
Career counseling
Mindfulness modalities
DBT trained/informed
Anxiety alleviation experience
CBT oriented
ACT - Values Based Therapy
Solution-focused/Brief Therapy
Focused on practicing skills
IFS (Parts work)
Practices from an anti-racist lens
EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy)
SE (Somatic Experiencing)
Familiar with substance abuse

Qualities

Warm & caring
Youthful
Active sense of humor
Experienced in raising children
LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Spiritually sensitive
Professional experience other than counseling
Enjoys working with older adults
Anxiety alleviation experience
Enjoys working with young adults
Decades of life experience
Friendly & direct
Calm & slow-paced
Motherly
Enjoys working with midlife adults
Lived experience/Identity affirming
Enjoys working with first-time therapy clients
Schedule Openings

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Mondays
Teletherapy
50 min
10:00 am
10:30 am
11:00 am
11:30 am
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
Tuesdays
South Slaughter
(or Teletherapy)
50 min
11:00 am
1:00 pm
Wednesdays
South Slaughter
(or Teletherapy)
50 min
10:00 am
10:30 am
11:00 am
11:30 am
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
Thursdays
Teletherapy
50 min
10:00 am
10:30 am
11:00 am
11:30 am
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
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Additional Info

Clinical Supervision

Alice E. Green
1101 Arrow Point Drive, Suite 207
Cedar Park, TX 78613

512/636-9838

Contact Ellen

512-201-4501 ext 296