Understanding the Overlap: Personality Disorders + Addiction
AUSTIN, TX — The Annex Mental Health is proud to announce that its Clinical Director, Jennifer Shotwell, LPC-S, LCDC, EMDR Trainer, has been selected as a featured speaker for the upcoming 2026 TAAP Symposium. Shotwell will present a critical deep dive into the complex relationship between personality disorders and substance use disorders, offering clinical insights […]
Understanding REBT: The “Logic” of Emotional Health
Featuring: Miranda Hayes, MS, LPC-Associate, NCC Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), developed by Albert Ellis in the 1950s, is a pioneering form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Its core philosophy is simple but profound: It’s not what happens to us that causes distress, but the way we interpret what happens. At the heart of REBT […]
The Core 10
The Core 10 Framework at The Annex Mental health is more than just the absence of a struggle; it is the presence of a meaningful, stable, and connected life. At The Annex, we utilize The Core 10, a comprehensive framework designed to move clients from a state of survival to a state of emotional thriving. Here […]
Navigating the holidays + complex trauma
FEATURING HALEY DAROOWALA, LMFT | LEAD CLINICAL THERAPIST AT THE ANNEX The holiday season is a time often painted with scenes of joyous gatherings, glittering festivities, and cherished moments with loved ones. Yet, beneath the tinsel and cheer, lies a potent mix of heightened stress and emotional overwhelm, especially for those who carry the weight […]
The Annex Welcomes Lauren Juvers as Director of Clinical Outreach
AUSTIN, TX — August 6th, 2025 — The Annex, an integrative mental health treatment program for adults, is proud to announce the appointment of Lauren Juvers as its new Director of Clinical Outreach. Lauren, a seasoned professional in the behavioral health field, brings over six years of experience connecting families and clinicians with high-quality, ethical […]