Adult Therapy for High-Achieving Women in Austin & Across Texas
Perfectionism. Burnout. Anxiety.
You’ve mastered the art of getting it all done — but inside, you’re running on fumes.
Maybe you’re the one everyone comes to for help, yet you’re secretly holding your breath, wondering when you’ll drop the ball. You’ve tried pushing through, setting goals, even “self-care” routines — but the stress creeps back.
If you’re tired of quick fixes, you’re in the right place. I work with high-functioning women in Austin and across Texas who want more than coping skills. We go deeper — finding the patterns and unspoken rules that have been running your life.
What therapy looks like here
My approach is psychodynamic and relational. That means:
We slow down enough to notice what’s under the surface.
We look at your story — especially early relationships — to understand why certain feelings or patterns keep showing up.
We work together, not in a “therapist tells you what to do” way, but in a curious, compassionate partnership.
Common reasons women come to me
Perfectionism that feels like pressure, not pride
Burnout from work, caregiving, or both
Anxiety that won’t turn off
Feeling disconnected from yourself or others
Guilt for wanting rest or saying no
Wondering “Is this all there is?”
What can change
When we work this way, you can expect to:
Understand yourself on a deeper level — and why you do what you do
Notice patterns in the moment so you can choose differently
Feel more grounded and less reactive
Build self-trust that isn’t dependent on achievement
Create boundaries without guilt
Why choose me
I’m Tyler Ricks (she/her) — a Black, psychodynamic therapist offering adult therapy in Austin and online across Texas. I get the pressure of holding it all together, and I know the quiet cost it can take. In our work, there’s space for your full story — the parts you show the world and the parts you’ve been hiding.
I pay close attention to how you show up emotionally, relationally, and even in the therapy room itself. We work with the parts of you that have learned to shut down, smile through the pain, or over-function to stay safe. If you’ve had therapy before that felt too polite, too vague, or too shallow… you’re in the right place.
Request a Free Consult
Let’s see if we’re a good fit!
This is a 10-15 minute phone call where we’ll talk about what you’re looking for, what I offer, and whether it feels aligned to move forward. No pressure, no commitment — just a space to connect.