Alisar Eido, LCSW | Trauma Therapist in Austin | Just Mind

(She/Her) |

Counselor:

Adults, Teens

Alisar’s goal is to create an accepting space for clients to explore the patterns in their lives and find meaning in their experiences. In her work with adults and teens, she offers a non-judgmental “come as you are” approach to healing that welcomes people’s differences with authenticity and empathy. Her areas of focus include trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, neurodivergence, assault & abuse, cultural identity issues, grief & loss, anxiety, and depression. Alisar brings a person-centered and strengths-based style to help clients find their unique capabilities and free themselves from patterns that no longer serve them.

Creativity is at the core of Alisar’s practice. She believes that no two paths to healing will be the same and enjoys tailoring her approach to each individual. Alisar’s therapeutic work is informed by Internal Family Systems (parts work), Narrative Therapy, EMDR, somatic work, mindfulness, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She also uses psychoeducation to help clients understand their trauma responses and encourage self-compassion. Though therapy can be challenging, she is passionate about helping people revive a sense of play and curiosity in the face of adversity.

Areas of Specialty

Fees

$170 per session for individuals

Practice Location(s)

Why Therapy?

When I began my own therapy journey long ago, I encountered a surprising lack of trauma-informed resources. I searched for years to find mental health support that truly embraced all parts of my identity. Once I found that support, my life changed for the better in so many ways. I wanted to give that same gift to others. From there, I set out to be the change I wished to see in the world.

Professional Motivation

I am constantly amazed by the resilience, creativity, strength, and humor I see each day in my clients. People are capable of such tremendous growth, even from the darkest places. As a therapist, I am honored to be able to witness those hard-won victories.

Education

University of Texas at Austin, Bachelor’s of Anthropology & Communications; Texas State University San Marcos, Master’s of Social Work

Hobbies

Some of my favorite hobbies are writing, martial arts, and long walks in nature with good coffee. I also enjoy cooking/baking, gardening, and singing.

Previous Occupations

I have lived quite a story! My first real job was as a cast member of an opera company. In college, I joined a student cooperative and worked as their lead gardener. Later on, I joined the cooperative’s leadership team and became a peer mediator and crisis manager for the residents. Though I didn’t realize it at the time, that experience started me on the path to my career in mental health. I knew I wanted to help people, but I wasn’t sure how just yet. Figuring that out took me on a journey through many industries. After graduation, I worked retail, started a business as a personal organizer, drove all over Texas auditing pharmacies, became a secretary, and ended up on the Learning & Development team at an international company. Finally, I found my way to social work. I found my calling as a volunteer at a crisis center for domestic violence and sexual assault. Five years, a master’s degree, and several exams later, I’m proud to have become a trauma-informed therapist. I feel it’s never too late to try something new. I’m very glad I did.