Life can be stressful on your relationships, your sleep and your work. You know that talking to someone might help, but you aren’t sure where to start.
Everline Counseling, a Greater Austin YMCA team, is designed to provide mental health support to adults, couples and children dealing with the stresses of life.
What we offer:
- Appointments within 5 days, getting you the help you need, when you need it.
- A safe, familiar and discrete space for your wellness, right in your neighborhood.
- Engaging sessions (individual or couple) lead by trained professionals who understand your needs.
- Access to affordable and convenient mental health care services.
- English & Spanish
Locations
East Communities YMCA, North Austin YMCA and TownLake YMCA centers are home to in-person mental health counseling services.
Teletherapy is available to all YMCA members & members of the community, regardless of location.
Cost
Costs are for individuals, couples and families.
YMCA members pay $75 for an initial meeting, and appointments are $60.
Members of the community pay $95 for an initial meeting, and appointments are $80.
Financial assistance is available. Reach out to everline@austinymca.org to inquire about financial assistance.
Meet Our Counselors
Kristen Pierce-Vreeke
Kristen Pierce
Kristen Pierce-Vreeke, LMFT-S, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and is the Associate Vice President of Operations at The Greater Austin YMCA. She is the creator of Everline Counseling, the Austin YMCA’s new mental health initiative. Prior to joining the YMCA, she served as the Executive Director of Austin Child Guidance Center, the first person of color to do so in their 70-year history.
Before moving into nonprofit leadership, Kristen spent over a decade helping couples and families curate relationships rooted in trust, collaboration, and fun. An AAMFT and Texas approved supervisor since 2011, she has supervised dozens of master’s level and provisionally licensed therapists over her 20+ year career.
Born and raised in Newton Massachusetts, she moved to Austin in 2011 with her family and currently lives in Northwest Austin with her husband and three very busy fur babies. She is the mother of two amazing adult children and loves anything to do with music and performing arts.
Simone Deloach
Simone Deloach
Estefania Ramos
Estefania Ramos
My name is Estefania Ramos and I am currently completing my master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at St. Edward’s University. I am expected to graduate in December of 2024. I am truly passionate about helping others and guiding them into unlocking their authentic selves by bringing self-compassion into the mix. My clinical interests revolve around trauma work, narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques. I believe everyone is the author of their life story and you can think of me as a co-author ready to guide you through the chapters of your life. I am a native Spanish speaker and learned English when I was a child. I am excited to work with kids, adolescents, adults, and couples.
Mi nombre es Estefania Ramos y estoy terminando mi maestría en Clinical Mental Health Counseling (área clínica para la salud mental) en la universidad de St. Edward ‘s donde me recibiré este diciembre del 2024. Realmente me apasiona ayudar a los demás y guiar a las personas a convertirse en su versión más auténtica. Mis intereses en el área clínica se basan en trabajar en trauma, terapia narrativa con técnicas que se basan en el enriquecimiento de encontrar un equilibrio entre la salud mental y emocional. Creo firmemente que todos somos autores de nuestra propia vida y puedes pensar en mí como un coautor que te guiará entre los capítulos de tu vida. Mi primer lenguaje es Español y aprendí a hablar Inglés cuando era una niña. Me entusiasma trabajar con niños, adolescentes, adultos, y parejas.
Melissa Lacayo
Melissa Lacayo
As a passionate advocate for self-understanding and growth, I am dedicated to supporting you in navigating your thoughts, emotions, and reactions. My primary aim is to empower you to transform these internal experiences into more adaptive and proactive ones while uncovering and harnessing your strengths. Together, we’ll embark on a therapeutic journey focused on equipping you with the necessary tools to navigate life’s challenges.
Collaboration is at the heart of my approach. I believe in co-creating a space where your journey takes center stage, fostering an environment of safety and trust where you can freely express yourself. Central to this process is the cultivation of unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and empathy.
As a bilingual and bicultural student intern hailing from Nicaragua, I am committed to serving diverse communities and providing assistance to those who need it most. My goal is to ensure you feel at ease and supported in expressing your emotions in whichever way feels most comfortable to you.
Drawing from a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strength-based, person-centered, and mindfulness-based techniques, my counseling approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and aspirations.
I eagerly anticipate accompanying you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery
Ayudarte a entenderte a ti mismo, tus pensamientos, sentimientos y reacciones es una pasión para mí. Guiarte para redirigir esos pensamientos y sentimientos hacia otros más adaptativos y proactivos, así como encontrar tus fortalezas y ayudarte a ponerlas en acción son los principales objetivos que deseo establecer contigo para nuestro proceso terapéutico.Quiero ayudarte a desarrollar las herramientas necesarias para enfrentar sentimientos y situaciones desafiantes. Creo en colaborar contigo en este proceso. ¡Este es tu viaje y tu espacio!
Quiero crear un ambiente seguro y de confianza donde puedas ser tú mismo y expresarte libremente. Creo que crear un espacio basado en el afecto positivo incondicional, la autenticidad y la empatía es crucial para la autoexploración y el autodesarrollo.
Como estudiante interna bilingüe y bicultural proveniente de Nicaragua, estoy comprometido a servir a comunidades diversas y brindar asistencia a quienes más lo necesitan. Mi objetivo es asegurarme de que te sientas cómodo y respaldado para expresar tus emociones de la manera que te resulte más cómoda.
Tomando elementos de una combinación de Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual (TCC), enfoque basado en las fortalezas, centrada en la persona y técnicas basadas en la atención plena, mi enfoque de consejería está diseñado para satisfacer tus necesidades y aspiraciones únicas.
Espero con entusiasmo acompañarte en tu viaje hacia el autodescubrimiento.
Naveen Challapalli
Naveen Challapalli
Naveen is a graduate student at Texas State University, expected to graduate in December 2024 as a Marriage and Family Therapist. He is passionate about helping his clients ease their suffering to find inner peace and a joy for life. While his specialty lies in working with teenagers, couples, and families, he also enjoys working with individuals from all stages of life and backgrounds.
Naveen is also undergoing training in Somatic Experiencing (SE), a body-oriented approach to healing trauma and chronic stress. If this type of therapy is something you are curious about, please schedule a free 15 minute consultation with him.
If you think you would prefer talk therapy, Naveen will help you feel seen and heard through nonjudgmental curiosity and empathy. Wherever you may be on any given day, Naveen is skilled at creatively adapting his approach to attune to your unique needs. He is excited to help you reconnect with your true self, build meaningful relationships, and live a more fulfilling life.
Andreanna Barley
Andreanna Barley
Hello, I’m Andreanna, I am on track to become dual licensed at Texas State University as an LMFT and LPC with an expected graduation date of December 2024. My approach to therapy is rooted in curiosity, openness, and empathy, fostering a safe and empowering space for couples and families to explore their stories and experiences.
I am deeply passionate about working with diverse populations, including people facing relationship challenges, and those within the LGBTQ+ community. My therapeutic style is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on building authentic connections and understanding the unique narratives of each person I work with. I am committed to promoting social justice, cultural competency, and equity in my practice, advocating for inclusivity and empowerment within therapeutic spaces.
In sessions, I strive to create a compassionate environment where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. I believe in the power of storytelling and relational connections as catalysts for personal growth and healing. Together, we explore narratives, challenge assumptions, and co-create pathways towards positive change.
I look forward to supporting you on your journey towards greater well-being and self-discovery. If you are seeking a therapist who values diversity, empathy, and social justice, I am here to help you navigate your path with authenticity and resilience.
Andreanna currently accepts couples or family therapy clients.
Heather Singh
Heather Singh
Heather Singh has devoted her life to helping others with care and compassion. She began her journey by earning a BS in Biology from SUNY Fredonia, followed by an MS in Education from Long Island University at Brooklyn. Now, she is set to graduate with an MA in Professional Counseling from Texas State University in May 2025. For over two decades, Heather has poured her heart into various roles within non-profit organizations, serving as an educator, coordinator, director, and in other leadership positions.
Her extensive experience enables her to connect with people of all ages, nurturing their growth with genuine curiosity. In counseling, Heather’s warm and empathetic approach quickly builds trust, helping her clients to uncover their strengths and delve into the issues they wish to explore. Together, she and her clients create a safe, trusting space where self-discovery, compassion, and understanding can grow.
Heather’s journey began in Niagara Falls, NY, and has led her to vibrant communities across the U.S., including Brooklyn, Phoenix, South Florida, and now Austin. She shares her life in Austin with her loving family—her husband, two daughters, a dog, and two cats. Outside of her professional work, Heather finds joy in nature, music, reading, exploring new cuisines, and cherishing time with her family.
