Curtesia Plunkett, PhD

PhD (she, her)

I personally know how difficult it can be to seek out support regarding your mental health, so I applaud you for taking this first step towards your healing. We are strongly influenced by our family, environment, culture, and experiences. I approach therapy and assessment from an integrative perspective, grounded within a psychodynamic & multicultural framework. What this means, simply, is that I understand the importance that the past plays on our present, and how it can impact our future if we don’t heal from it. I naturally exude genuine compassion, authenticity, and empathy for my clients.  I believe the therapeutic relationship is the center of all transformative treatment. I respect the diversity that exists among us all and I tailor therapy to fit each individual. One of my top priorities is ensuring that I provide culturally sensitive treatment within a safe environment. From the moment you walk into my office, I want to ensure you that you have entered a safe space–a space in which you can be free to be yourself, fully and unapologetically. I will work to empower and support you, while providing you a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental place to explore, process, learn, and heal.

  • Work best with: LGBTQ+, People of Color
  • Appointments: Telehealth only
  • Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
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I personally know how difficult it can be to seek out support regarding your mental health, so I applaud you for taking this first step towards your healing. We are strongly influenced by our family, environment, culture, and experiences. I approach therapy and assessment from an integrative perspective, grounded within a psychodynamic & multicultural framework. What this means, simply, is that I understand the importance that the past plays on our present, and how it can impact our future if we don’t heal from it. I naturally exude genuine compassion, authenticity, and empathy for my clients.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is the center of all transformative treatment. I respect the diversity that exists among us all and I tailor therapy to fit each individual. One of my top priorities is ensuring that I provide culturally sensitive treatment within a safe environment.

From the moment you walk into my office, I want to ensure you that you have entered a safe space–a space in which you can be free to be yourself, fully and unapologetically. I will work to empower and support you, while providing you a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental place to explore, process, learn, and heal.

Credentials

Education

Attended University of Oklahoma, Counseling Psychology

Personal Interests

I was born and raised in Oklahoma. I obtained my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Oklahoma (2016). (Shhhhh….I know I am in enemy territory, but no one else needs to know).  As you may be able to tell, humor is very important to me. It is one of the most beautiful & accessible healing tools we have today. I have over 9 years of experience within the mental health field and have provided therapeutic care, assessment services, crisis intervention, and outreach programming for a diverse array of clients across the lifespan. Throughout my doctoral training, I received training in various settings including community mental health centers, college/university counseling centers, child study centers, inpatient hospitals, and secure/non-secure juvenile residential treatment facilities. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, spending time with family & friends, spoken word, and practicing yoga & meditation, among other things.

In-network and Self Pay

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • Employers Health Network
  • Medicare
  • Partners Direct Health
  • Sana Benefits

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialities

Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Conflict with Friends
  • Depression
  • Existential Issues
  • Fear of Rejection
  • Lack of Emotional Awareness
  • Life Transitions
  • Loss or Grief
  • Mood Swings
  • Not Happy or Satisfied with life
  • Perfectionism
  • Personal Growth
  • Procrastination
  • Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
  • Shame
  • Shyness / High Sensitivity
  • Social Anxiety
  • Social Isolation / Loneliness
  • Stress / Burnout

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Accelerated Experiential Dynamic (AEDP)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dance/Movement Therapy
  • Depth Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based Interventions
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychobiological Approach to Couples (PACT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
  • Yoga Therapy

Locations

Westlake Office

location_on3006 Bee Caves Road
Suite D-300
Austin, Texas 78746
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Client Focus

  • Age Groups Served: Adults
  • Participant Types: Individuals
  • Language Spoken: English

I understand how hard it can be to seek support, and I’m here to offer a warm, culturally sensitive space where you can feel safe, seen, and empowered to heal. My approach is integrative and grounded in psychodynamic and multicultural frameworks, honoring how your past and identity shape your present.