Registered Dietitian

Hi there, I’m Natalie. I’m a registered and licensed dietitian practicing in Austin, Texas. I graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition. In my free time, you can find me at creeks/hiking trails with my husband and dog or traveling around the world.

While I help people with various diagnoses, my passion lies in serving those that are struggling in their relationship with food or their body. It is an honor and privilege to be apart of my clients’ journeys. I prioritize your needs by meeting you where you are at and using a collaborative approach. In our sessions, I won’t just hear what you have to say, I will listen. I want to help you discover your own definition of health without shame or guilt attached to it.

I practice from an Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size approach. I am also a Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian. I strive to promote an inclusive environment for all humans and provide health care that you deserve. If you would like to learn more or have any questions we can discuss during your free 15 min discovery call.

Art Therapist

Hi, I’m Liz. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist virtually serving clients in the State of Texas. I graduated from Angelo State University with a Masters in Counseling and received a Post-Graduate Certification in Expressive Arts Therapy from Prescott College, in Prescott, Arizona.

I am known to enjoy gardening, walking, enjoying sunsets, listening to music, or sitting on the porch of a local café with friends. At home, I enjoy art making, reading, or cuddling with my two cats (Noah and Oliver) while streaming a new series on Netflix.

Over the years, my greatest joy and reward has been helping women and teens (16+) who have a history of trauma.  So often, women come to therapy with debilitating anxiety, panic attacks, and depression to discover the issue the source of the symptoms is trauma. Often the traumatic experience is minimized and not considered "big" enough. 

Because the trauma experience can result in feelings of disconnection from others and ourselves, I incorporate Expressive Arts Therapy with an evidence-based approach, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).  The art-making provides the pathway to process the trauma in a deeper way – connecting the mind through CPT and the body/emotions through art-making. Sessions are designed to be at a pace comfortable to you. My goal is to walk with you on this journey, side by side, partnering in your healing process.

If you would like to learn more or have any questions we can discuss during your free 15 minute discovery call: (432) 242-1798

College Consultant

Shannon Bergeron is the Founder of Core College Consulting, based in Austin, TX. Shannon is a highly experienced and compassionate counselor, skilled in helping students understand their own strengths and goals in order to develop a balanced and realistic college list. Her approach focuses on synthesizing a holistic view of the self for the college application journey, helping students and families reduce stress throughout the process while also helping them come to terms with personal identity and various educational needs, making her highly in demand.

Shannon earned a BBA in Marketing from the University of North Texas and a Masters in Education in Counselor Education from the University of Maine. She is a member of NACAC, IECA, and TACAC.

As a volunteer with the Matchlighters Scholarship program, Shannon provides college counseling for high-achieving, low-income students. She also volunteers with Ally Parents, serving as a friendly and empathetic resource for transgender/nonbinary youth (and parents).

Prior to her leap into education, she worked as a marketing associate in the music industry, and also owned an organic farm and apple orchard in Maine. In her spare time, she trains for and runs marathons.

Provides Psychological Assessments

Dr. Chrishawn Finister is a licensed psychological associate and licensed specialist in school psychology. She has served in the role of School Psychologist over the last decade and is recognized as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. She believes in using diagnostically sound assessments to identify barriers to learning and applying research-based interventions to modify problematic behaviors as needed. Additionally, she values the importance of training future practitioners and the evolution of remaining culturally competent.

Trained in psychological pedagogy and evaluations at Texas Woman’s University, she earned her Master’s level degree in 2010. While working and serving in a large North Texas Public school district, she went on to earn her Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership and Policies from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2019. She has also served as a guest lecture for the college of Education at Texas Christian University. Upon completion of her latest degree, Dr. Finister lived and worked in the Middle East to help establish mental health and special education support services for students in the country of Qatar.

In her free time, Dr. Finister loves spending time with her husband and two children. She also enjoys gardening and reading.