Mary Ellen West

At Erothots, our mission is simple: make emotional support for children, teens, and families feel approachable, grounding, and genuinely helpful. We are honored to highlight the work of Mary Ellen West, LCSW, a therapist known for her calm presence, deep compassion, and ability to help young people make sense of their inner world.

Kids and teens today live in a whirlwind of pressure school stress, social challenges, emotional overload, and constant change. Mary Ellen steps in to offer an environment where they can slow down, breathe, and learn to understand their feelings rather than be overwhelmed by them. She also partners closely with parents, helping them feel more confident, supported, and empowered at home.

Specialties & Expertise

• Emotional overwhelm, outbursts, and big feelings

• Anxiety, stress, and behavior related challenges

• Support for parents navigating difficult seasons

• Confidence building and resilience for kids & teens

• Strength based guidance for emotional growth

• Improving communication and connection at home

• Creating coping tools that actually stick

Treatment Approach

Mary Ellen’s therapy style is warm, nurturing, and structured in a way that gives families a sense of direction. She blends evidence based methods with a compassionate presence that helps kids feel safe to open up.

• Building a strong emotional foundation for kids and teens

• Helping parents understand and respond to challenging behaviors

• Encouraging self expression in a judgment free space

• Teaching coping skills through real life practice

• Strength focused exploration of each child’s unique abilities

• Creating a steady, supportive rhythm for families who feel stretched thin

Qualifications

Fees Per Session

Payment Methods

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Mastercard

• Visa

• PayPal

Insurance Accepted

• Aetna

• Blue Cross

• Blue Shield

• BlueCross and BlueShield Federal BCBS

• Moda Health

• Optum

• Premera Blue Cross

Location

3724 Jefferson Street
Suite 207
Austin, TX 78731

Phone: (737) 688-0628

Summary

1. A supportive, family centered approach that helps kids and parents feel grounded and connected.

2. Special expertise in big emotions, anxiety, and the unique challenges kids and teens face today.

3. A calm, structured therapy environment designed for growth and emotional confidence.

4. Multiple ways to access care online or in a comfortable Austin office.

5. Flexible payment and wide insurance acceptance to make getting support easier.