My name is Tony Cesario and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I live in the Austin area and have worked with clients from many diverse backgrounds and identities. Recently I have been working with many LGBTQIA+ clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem/image issues. I believe in a holistic and strength based approach to therapy which means that I am interested in you as an entire person and that I want to help you find the strength inside yourself that you may not realize is already there.As the client, I feel that you should control the pace of our sessions and should always feel comfortable and safe, even when discussing uncomfortable things.A typical first session with me is primarily about building rapport and seeing if we are a good fit for one another. As we get to know one another, I want to hear your story and learn more about what has brought you to counseling. From there we will work together at a pace that is comfortable for you.