Mauricio Verduzco

When life changes, we change. Maybe you’re in the middle of a big transition that is supposedly “good,” such as a new job or transitioning out of college, but are questioning your direction or struggling with self-doubt. Or maybe this change is out of your control: the death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship, or something else. It feels like your circumstances and your true identity are in conflict, and you don’t know how to reconcile them.

I believe people heal by knowing and accepting themselves. The more we know ourselves the better equipped we are to make choices and decisions that align with our needs. Often, we experience distress or pain as a result of the expectations that have been placed on us by others. Through therapy, I want to help you recognize your own power and to learn how to accept & release those things that are outside of your control while simultaneously taking control of what is in your ability to do so. This is not an “accept it and move on” mentality.

No matter what you may be feeling right now, it is welcome here. Each session, my goal is to offer you a welcoming space where you can feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered.

Just as you will be encouraged to show up authentically in therapy, I commit to doing the same. I view our work together as a collaboration, and we’ll work together to help recognize & change unhelpful patterns, identify your strengths, learn to accept yourself with greater ease, more confidently set boundaries in your relationships, and experience the kind of healing that spills over into all the areas of your life.

Background & Experience

I have spent much of my career working extensively with children, adolescents, and families navigating the immigration process, the legal system, and serious mental illness. As a member of the local mental health authority of Travis County for over 6 years, I supported clients in various settings including clinics, schools, correctional facilities, and other areas in the community. 

Today, I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people struggling with issues related to immigration trauma, people struggling to navigate through the criminal justice system. Through my work, I’ve learned the value of play for clients of all ages and developed a passion for people who feel part of their identity is in conflict with the circumstances around them. Together, we’re able to work toward a place of acceptance and confidence that allows them to thrive in every area of their lives.