Beth Cortez-Neavel (they/them), LPC, LMFT

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Hi! I’m Beth.

my pronouns are (they/them)

I am a Latinx, neurodivergent, queer, kinky, poly, fat, and nonbinary/trans native Austinite. I worked as a journalist for 8 years before I realized a career in counseling and therapy was calling to me.

My work is based in Liberation Psychology . This means we will explore how your mental health is impacted by the society, systems, and cultures that you live in or interact with daily.

I have my M.A. in Counseling from Texas State University and have trained in multiple modalities:

  • I am trained in the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) protocol, as well as the ASSYST and PRECI protocols.

  • I am a Cognitive Processing Therapy CPT) Certified provider.

  • I am certified to work with teens using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

  • I have completed Level 1 training in the Gottman Method.

  • I have completed the Ample + Rooted Foundations training, which is a liberatory healing approach addressing body image and eating disorders.

  • I am currently completing an advanced 9-month training in Liberation Psychology through the Science and Nonduality (SAND) Institute.

My colleagues have told me I have a calming demeanor in the counseling room and during a crisis. I have an empathetic nature and am always striving to challenge and unlearn any socialized biases or prejudices. I don’t shy away from humor or cursing in my practice.

I enjoy cooking, playing piano, singing, and writing poetry about the erotic and ancestral trauma. I am passionate about advocating for social justice issues in my community and making deep personal connections with others. One of my favorite things is to curl up on a comfy chair with a good book.

What other professionals are saying about Beth

  • “Beth is the most compassionate down to earth therapist. They are passionate in advocating and empowering clients into becoming their best selves. I've had the pleasure of working with them and learning so much from their experience in social equity.” - Dianna Suarez, LPC

  • “I previously worked with Beth for several years, and I’ve learned so much from their warm, easygoing presence! Beth balances compassiona and challenge in such an inspiring way and supports clients in coming more deeply into themselves.” - Emily Hughes, LCSW

  • “I have worked closely with Beth since before the panemic and can confidently say that they are one of the most thoughtful, skilled, and compassionate therapists I know. They are warm, sincere, and highly resourceful.” - Gianna Colera, LMFT Associate, Be Well Relational Therapy

  • “Beth is as knowledgeable as they are warm. They are equally proficient at helping clients process difficult emotions and holding them accountable to their own goals. Beth’s authenticity is both infectious and a great conduit for change.” - Mike Rothschild, LPC

  • “If you’re looking for a therapist who is warm, an unwavering ally to those in need, and very knowledgeable, Beth is all of those things and more. They are such a gem, and I believe that anyone who decides to work with them will be in good hands.” - Julia Bowman, LPC, CST, Respark

  • “Beth brings a deeply empathetic and thoughtful approach to their work with clients. Their warmth, humor, and passion for social justice help them foster a safe space for growth and healing.” - Kat Grau, LCSW

  • “Beth is an exceptional therapist and treasured colleague, especially in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals and relationships. Their compassionate nature and wisdom ensures a safe, trauma-informed environment for their clients to grow in.” - Mia Mattingly, LPC Associate, Teahouse Counseling

  • “Beth has a gift for helping people feel welcome exactly as they are. They create an inclusive, affirming space with warmth, authenticity, and compassion. I would confidently recommend them to anyone looking for a thoughtful, skilled therapist.” - Courtney Powers, LMFT Associate, The Relationship Space