About Randy
I received my PhD from the Counseling Psychology Program at the University of Texas, Austin, in 1991. My specialty areas were integrating Family Systems and Attachment Theory as they inform us on relationship development. I served a year on clinical internship at Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington D.C., focusing on the assessment and treatment of serious mental illness. Since graduating I worked at Austin Regional Clinic for seven years as a staff Psychologist until entering private practice in 1997. I have taught courses in Counseling Theory and Technique, Psychological Assessment, and Measurement and Evaluation as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas. I present regularly in the community on topics such as Couples Communication, Stress Management, Adolescent Issues, and Bereavement.
My 35+ years in the Mental Health field began in 1973 at the Austin State Hospital. Since that time I have worked at various mental health centers including the Children’s Psychiatric unit of the Austin State Hospital, Austin Child Guidance, the University of Texas Counseling and Mental Health Center, and Shoal Creek Hospital. These experiences have given me a broad understanding of psychological issues and a deep appreciation for the unique expression of such in each individual. Most of the people who come to my practice are experiencing some level of depression or anxiety. Often this depression and anxiety is related to life circumstances from the past, present or the anticipated future. It can manifest in many ways: for example, underachievement, social isolation, substance abuse, conflictual relations, or panic. My role as psychotherapist is to help clients understand the psychological dimensions of their anxiety and depression. To identify dysfunctional patterns and learn more effective strategies for relating to self and others, whether it be in individual, group or couples therapy. In all my work, I strive to accurately assess where each person is in their psychological development, identify current and past factors that influence their presenting concerns, and use this information to set goals and strategies for the therapeutic work. How long we work together and how deep we go will depend on our mutual understanding of the issues and the therapeutic goals we set together.