Mary Ellen West, LCSW

Private practice therapist in Austin, Texas specializing in mental health counseling for children and adolescents

Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) Advanced Trainer

Being a kid today is not always easy.

Parenting can be difficult.

Sometimes we need a fresh perspective and new tools to help us cope with life’s challenges and difficulties.

I collaborate with children and their families to find solutions, boost capabilities and improve relationships.

I create a safe and comfortable space for children and teens to express themselves, discover their unique character strengths and become strong on the inside.

I work with parents to define and implement a clear and effective parenting strategy to nurture their child’s success.

Resources I find myself sending out often.

MEDIA

VIDEOS

Greatest Hitter in The World: https://youtu.be/KFZaCHJCkyc?si=MpwNfXo3DeTd-iHw

"Confessions of a Jewish Mother: How My Son Ruined My LIfe": https://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=FRbL46mWx9w

Horse Whisperer Driving Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiHWcwWWpG8&feature=emb_logo

Dr. Becky TED Talk on Repair: https://www.ted.com/talks/becky_kennedy_the_single_most_important_parenting_strategy

How to Not be Someone’s Friend: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrsarensberg4th/video/7118859529143455019

ARTICLES

Not a Teachable Moment: https://medium.com/heart-and-work-of-parenting/not-a-teachable-moment-119218b11ed7

NYT What Shamu Taught Me About a Happy Marriage: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/11/style/modern-love-what-shamu-taught-me-happy-marriage.html?smid=url-share

Relationship-Based Parenting Blog: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/relationship-based-parenting

How to De-Stress: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/health/mental-health/a27098268/how-to-de-stress/

PODCASTS - for parents

Stress Cycle on Unlocking Us: https://bit.ly/3kuYVPu

AUDIO -

BOOKS - for Parents

Transforming the Intense Child Workbook

Always Something Going Right

Brainstorm

Untangled

How To Raise an Adult

BOOKS - for Kids

To schedule a free 25-minute consultation call please contact maryellen@westfamilytherapy.com.