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The terrifying reality of existential OCD
Emily Villarreal 12/30/25 Emily Villarreal 12/30/25

The terrifying reality of existential OCD

Artwork by Gertrude Abercrombie. The plight of existential OCD is one of constant doubt and philosophical rumination about living, dying, and existence.

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Navigating dysfunctional families during the holidays with IFS
Emily Villarreal 12/24/25 Emily Villarreal 12/24/25

Navigating dysfunctional families during the holidays with IFS

Artwork by Pierre Mornet. The holidays can be stressful if your family is dysfunctional. Here are my tips for navigating it with an IFS perspective.

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On being a therapist when the empire is falling
Emily Villarreal 2/4/25 Emily Villarreal 2/4/25

On being a therapist when the empire is falling

Artwork by Conroy Maddox, Poltergeist. Letting go of my attachment to social work and licensure is scary, but well worth the risk.

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Where is the mental health community amidst a genocide?
Emily Villarreal 1/30/25 Emily Villarreal 1/30/25

Where is the mental health community amidst a genocide?

Artwork by Sliman Mansour, The Sea is Mine. The mental health community’s complicity and silence during a genocide is a reminder of the white supremacist roots of this field.

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Expanding beyond self-care: from individual to collective
Emily Villarreal 11/18/24 Emily Villarreal 11/18/24

Expanding beyond self-care: from individual to collective

Artwork by Jacob Lawrence. From individualistic self-care to collective care.

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"Maladaptive" traits or traits that have kept you alive?
Emily Villarreal 6/17/24 Emily Villarreal 6/17/24

"Maladaptive" traits or traits that have kept you alive?

Artwork by Gertrude Abercrombie. Why the term “maladaptive” is problematic, from a decolonized mental health lens.

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Invisible Steel Counseling, PLLC

Austin, TX, 78756

We are located on the occupied and traditional land of the Jumanos, Coahuiltecan, Tonkawa, Lipan Apache, & Comanche people.

Invisible Steel Counseling is a member of Middleground Mental Health Collective

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Tuesday - Friday, 11AM - 7PM

I encourage boundaries that support well-being and self-preservation, so please allow 24-48 business hours for a response from me. If you are in a crisis, please call 911, 988, or review these resources.