Ileana Gonzalez
She/Her
About
Ileana
Ileana provides a gentle, slow-paced environment where clients can safely explore repressed emotions and childhood trauma without fear of being rushed or overwhelmed. Through a deeply empathetic and comforting approach, she empowers individuals to build lasting resilience, establish firm boundaries, and rediscover the capacity to love and thrive away from the shadow of past abuse. Her work focuses on guiding clients as they navigate the complexities of their history, helping them transform their pain into the strength needed to face new challenges with confidence.
Outside of the therapy room, Ileana finds her balance by spending as much time as possible in nature and exploring the outdoors on long, mindful walks. She is a dedicated food enthusiast who loves discovering new flavors and culinary experiences, whether trying a local spot or cooking at home. Her quietest and most joyful moments are often spent recharging in the company of her cat, embracing the simple peace of home life.
Ileana
treats clients with
Trauma and PTSD
Stress
Life Transitions
Sex/Intimacy
Relationship Difficulties
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Depression
Gender Identity
Cultural or Racial Identity
Anxiety
Eating Disorders
Childhood Challenges
Anger
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Borderline Personality Disorder
Communities
Ileana
specializes in
Spirituality
LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Immigrants/Refugees
Approaches
Ileana
can use
Seeking Safety
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Humanistic/Transpersonal
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Interpersonal Therapy for Depression (IPT)
Ileana
education and experience
- Senior Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor at Therapy Austin
- Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Texas at San Antonio
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University Kingsville
Ileana
license information