Alexis Hernández Rueda (they/them)
Many of my clients come to me feeling like they don’t quite fit in or haven’t been fully understood by the people around them. Often, the way we see ourselves is shaped by stories others have told us about who we are or who we should be. Some of those stories can be uplifting, but others may hold us back. In therapy, I help you reconnect with your own voice, so you can decide what truly matters and what kind of life feels right for you.
I work from a blend of approaches that focus on meaning, identity, narratives, and the mind-body connection. My style is warm, thoughtful, and culturally aware. I want you to feel safe and supported as we explore what’s going on in your life.
Some people I work with are in the process of figuring out who they are, and they need space to be curious and open. Others know themselves well but are struggling to live fully and authentically in environments or relationships that aren’t always affirming. I’ll help you explore the why underneath your experiences and begin to reshape the stories that may be holding you back.
I also work with couples and families, especially around patterns that get passed down across generations. I use a transgenerational lens as well as Gottman techniques for premarital counseling and to strengthen relationships.
If you're interested in working together, I offer free 20-minute consultation calls to help us see if we're a good fit.
Como Chicanx, ofrezco terapia bilingüe en Inglés y Español. Mi entrenamiento profesional, en su mayoría, ha sido en Inglés. Debido a esto, habrá instantes donde utilice el traductor. Esto es para asegurar que el lenguaje sea una herramienta para entendernos, no un limite. Si tiene dudas o preguntas acerca de mis servicios bilingües, ofrezco consultas (20 minutos) vía llamadas gratuitas.
Rewrite your story
ABOUT me
I am a queer, first-generation, Mexican-American graduate based in Austin, Texas. I have a large part of my life in Texas, but I have roots in Durango, Coahuila, and Guanajuato Mexico as well. My life story and identities motivate me to connect with the intersections others have lived. I’m passionate about LGBTQ+ rights, intersectionality, liberation, and decolonizing practices. I believe the personal is inevitably political as disparities in social support have roots in our systems. Without proper systems that are conducive of growth, we can feel stretched thin and powerless. Contextualizing our life stories with historical influences is fundamental to social and personal change, as power exists in the stories we have from ourselves and our ancestors.
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University and my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling with a concentration in Marriage, Couples and Family Counseling from Texas State University. In my free time, I enjoy reading philosophy, gaming, spending time connecting with nature, or playing with my sweet orange cat, Reuben.
Alexis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in Texas, under the supervision of Alejandra Peña, LMFT-S, LPC-S.
FEES + INSURANCE
Below are my standard rates for each service. I understand these prices may not be accessible to everyone, so if you’d like to work with me but can’t afford it, contact me! We can talk about options including sliding scale (a lower fee based on what you can afford) or referral to lower cost providers.
Individual therapy (50 mins) - $125
Individual therapy (80 mins) - $200
Couples/family therapy (50 mins) - $150
Couples/family therapy (80 mins) - $235
I do not accept insurance. If your insurance policy allows for out-of-network reimbursement, I can provide a superbill (itemized receipt of services) for you to submit to the insurance company. This superbill will include relevant mental health diagnoses and a description of services you’ve received. Please contact your insurance company directly to find out if your policy allows for this reimbursement. Please note that reimbursement may be paid at less than 100% depending on your policy.