The Juicy Living Blog
Bleeding to Death
Bleeding to Death We’ve all known people who endlessly complain that we haven’t done enough for them. It doesn’t matter to them if we’re doing our best. They still want more, and then we feel guilty for not satisfying their needs or demands. Why would we [...]
Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the strengths that enable individuals and communities to thrive. The field is founded on the belief that people want to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, to cultivate what is best within themselves, and to enhance their experiences of [...]
Complex Trauma
Complex Trauma Not all trauma looks the same. While some people experience a single overwhelming event, many carry the effects of complex trauma—the kind that happens over time, often in relationships where you should have been safe. Childhood neglect, emotional abuse, unstable caregivers, chronic [...]
What is Psychodrama?
Psychodrama is a powerful modality often used in psychotherapy. Many clinicians use it under different terms such as drama, work, experiential, empty chair, gestalt etc... Why Psychodrama may be useful... Clients find this skill to be useful because it gets the client out of their [...]
The barn’s burned down – now I can see the moon
The barn's burned down - now I can see the moon No one WANTS their barn to burn down! That's crazy talk! Anyone can guess at why without ever having lived on a ranch or a farm. It's where the folks who live on the [...]
Praise: Tish N., Counselor
Cindy Austin is one of the most grounded, balanced, and authentic people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She has dedicated her life to promoting personal growth and health for herself, loved ones, and clients. She walks the walk and has an incredible [...]
Praise: Paul G.
I've known Cindy through various stages of my life and she has shown a consistency and a persistence in her approach to life that I respect and honor. I believe Cindy puts the pursuit of truth and honesty at the center of how she interacts with [...]
Praise: Brenda C.
Cindy continues to exhibit dedication and commitment to her work, relationships and family. She seeks out the goodness in people and encourages them to be strong and empowered. She believes that every person has the ability to be and do better through consciousness and accountability. [...]
Praise: Kathryn H.
I've known Cindy Austin for many years as she has grown into her field and a few things I can say are that she is 100% committed to finding the truth and evolving from it. She helps people, first by identifying with their human spirit without judgment, reaching [...]