Mission, TX Local Support & Community Resources

At Red Apple Therapy, a licensed professional counseling service, the team believes in the profound interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. They are dedicated to helping individuals take inventory of their mental, physical, and emotional health to discover what truly works for them. In the pursuit of personal goals, many struggle with maintaining balance; for instance, an individual may stop drinking but begin binge eating, end a toxic relationship only to face isolation, or gain financial independence while losing valuable family time. Red Apple Therapy offers alternative therapies for those seeking a holistic and eclectic approach to counseling, including creative arts, mindfulness meditation, and logotherapy—the belief that meaning can be found even in suffering. The team provides in-home counseling, ecotherapy in the beautiful parks and trails near Austin, and sessions at their office locations. Drawing from extensive experience in working with the military, families, couples, and adolescents, Red Apple Therapy addresses a range of challenges including trauma, addiction, and behavioral disorders. Their focus is always on finding what truly works for each individual, reflecting their genuine commitment to supporting clients on their journey to wellness.

Ana Cecilia Ortiz Gil, a dedicated Spanish-speaking psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, is committed to helping clients achieve their goals and develop the necessary skills to become the individuals they aspire to be. She specializes in overcoming self-defeating obstacles in work, family, and love relationships, believing that successful relationships lead to successful lives. Ana employs a brief solution-focused approach in her therapy sessions, offering insight into complex issues such as infidelity, divorce, co-parenting, and re-marriage, alongside addressing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Her therapeutic expertise includes diverse couple and individual therapies, as well as a neurobiological approach known as Brainspotting. As a founding member of the TAMFT, Ana understands the importance of addressing emotional wounds, emphasizing that just as physical ailments require attention, emotional well-being is crucial. Clients who seek her guidance are taking a step towards living a happy and meaningful life. Relaciones exitosas, Vidas exitosas.

Monica Lucia Egner is a dedicated bilingual therapist with over ten years of experience. A graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio, she holds a Master in Clinical Mental Health and is currently pursuing a Doctoral program in Psychology. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to her clients' individual needs, reflecting her compassionate understanding of their struggles. Monica began her career by working with victims of domestic violence and subsequently spent two years supporting immigrant families and youth facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, couples counseling, self-harming, and delinquent behaviors. Monica's passion for her work drives her connection with clients, allowing her to empathize with their journeys. Specializing in couples therapy, family dynamics, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, she has also gained invaluable experience in inpatient facilities, working with individuals experiencing acute mental illness. Having been born and raised in Reynosa Tamaulipas and spending much of her life in Mexico, Monica understands the unique challenges faced by the Latino population and immigrant families adapting to cultural shifts after relocating to the United States in 2010. She is committed to addressing her clients' cultural needs and is eager to support them on their path toward healing and growth.