Therapists in Austin, TX
Susan Anne Gallagher, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78729
Therapy is a collaborative effort. I am present to accompany, listen, and reflect. I work with a broad range of individuals. With over two decades as a school counselor, I particularly enjoy working with children and adolescents and their parents. I work effectively with clients who are going through a divorce, the death of a significant person, chronic family illness, job changes, domestic violence, or abuse. Clients can expect focused attention, quiet acceptance and honest feedback in a private space where they can clear their thoughts and feelings, sort through fears and pain, and redirect their lives.
Therapy is a collaborative effort. I am present to accompany, listen, and reflect. I work with a broad range of individuals. With over two decades as a school counselor, I particularly enjoy working with children and adolescents and their parents. I work effectively with clients who are going through a divorce, the death of a significant person, chronic family illness, job changes, domestic violence, or abuse. Clients can expect focused attention, quiet acceptance and honest feedback in a private space where they can clear their thoughts and feelings, sort through fears and pain, and redirect their lives.
Collin Speciale
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
It takes a lot of courage to seek out mental health services, I'm glad you found my page! I'm eager to help individuals, couples, or families seeking support for Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety and Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, Simple or Complex Traumas, or any type of Relationship Issues. Additionally, our work could include improving self-esteem, self-worth, communication and boundaries in relationships, grief and loss, direction in school, career, or difficult life decisions that you'd like to work on, work through, or resolve.
It takes a lot of courage to seek out mental health services, I'm glad you found my page! I'm eager to help individuals, couples, or families seeking support for Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety and Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, Simple or Complex Traumas, or any type of Relationship Issues. Additionally, our work could include improving self-esteem, self-worth, communication and boundaries in relationships, grief and loss, direction in school, career, or difficult life decisions that you'd like to work on, work through, or resolve.
Diana Zwang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745 (Online Only)
My mission is to help clients find inner peace and mental clarity. I will assist you gently through the healing process as you develop new awareness and discover inner strengths that will lead you to inner peace and mental clarity. I see the whole person and will encourage you to assess various aspects of your life and implement small but vital routines within your control and pace. Service is my core value. I divide my work schedule between seeing patients at a hospital setting and in private practice.
My mission is to help clients find inner peace and mental clarity. I will assist you gently through the healing process as you develop new awareness and discover inner strengths that will lead you to inner peace and mental clarity. I see the whole person and will encourage you to assess various aspects of your life and implement small but vital routines within your control and pace. Service is my core value. I divide my work schedule between seeing patients at a hospital setting and in private practice.
Liz Staples Sheehan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78723 (Online Only)
I help people get results they weren’t seeing from traditional therapy. As a High-Performance Coach, I work with leaders, athletes, creators and truth seekers who are desiring mastery in their craft and personhood. This is for individuals who want to experience their optimal level of energy, a deep inner-knowing of confident peace and enjoyment as they pursue their passion and purpose. I maintain a full-time private practice in Austin specializing in coaching clients to conquer their minds. Clients experience separation from their thoughts and emotions, gain mental fortitude and bodily awareness necessary for lasting change.
I help people get results they weren’t seeing from traditional therapy. As a High-Performance Coach, I work with leaders, athletes, creators and truth seekers who are desiring mastery in their craft and personhood. This is for individuals who want to experience their optimal level of energy, a deep inner-knowing of confident peace and enjoyment as they pursue their passion and purpose. I maintain a full-time private practice in Austin specializing in coaching clients to conquer their minds. Clients experience separation from their thoughts and emotions, gain mental fortitude and bodily awareness necessary for lasting change.
Robin Hendershot, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Hello and welcome. I am currently accepting new patients for Individual and Couples Counseling. If you are searching for a therapist, I imagine you are experiencing some feelings of pain and disconnection. We all want to be loved, seen, and understood; but oftentimes in life we find ourselves engaging in unhealthy relationship patterns, unhelpful communication styles, and harmful behaviors. Therapy offers a powerful tool for growth, connection, and insight. The heart of successful therapy is the client-therapist relationship. I would be honored to speak with you about your goals to see if I can be of service to you.
Hello and welcome. I am currently accepting new patients for Individual and Couples Counseling. If you are searching for a therapist, I imagine you are experiencing some feelings of pain and disconnection. We all want to be loved, seen, and understood; but oftentimes in life we find ourselves engaging in unhealthy relationship patterns, unhelpful communication styles, and harmful behaviors. Therapy offers a powerful tool for growth, connection, and insight. The heart of successful therapy is the client-therapist relationship. I would be honored to speak with you about your goals to see if I can be of service to you.
Elvira Vaughan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor licensed in the state of Texas. I have a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry that I earned at the University of Texas-Austin in 1992. I decided later in life to go back to school and become a counselor. By then, I had a husband and family, so I decided to attend an online program at Liberty University in Virginia. I graduated in December 2012, and began my internship working in an outpatient setting helping people with mental health disorders, including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor licensed in the state of Texas. I have a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry that I earned at the University of Texas-Austin in 1992. I decided later in life to go back to school and become a counselor. By then, I had a husband and family, so I decided to attend an online program at Liberty University in Virginia. I graduated in December 2012, and began my internship working in an outpatient setting helping people with mental health disorders, including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.
Erica Bones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78723
Erica Bones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Texas with over 10 years of experience in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions. Erica finds joy in empowering others to reach their full potential. Life is full of changes and Erica is here to help you on a journey of balancing those transitions. Erica’s experience includes providing individual and group therapy for self-esteem, anxiety, depression, life stressors, relationship and family challenges, domestic violence, and parenting challenges.
Erica Bones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Texas with over 10 years of experience in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions. Erica finds joy in empowering others to reach their full potential. Life is full of changes and Erica is here to help you on a journey of balancing those transitions. Erica’s experience includes providing individual and group therapy for self-esteem, anxiety, depression, life stressors, relationship and family challenges, domestic violence, and parenting challenges.
Roman Coronado Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
Hi there, I'm Roman Coronado, are you feeling somewhat stuck in life? Thinking you are too hard on yourself, but also feeling tired of being burdened by the weight of feeling unhappy, unmotivated, or just excessively worrying. Are you struggling with your health, work, or relationship? I help individuals work through these challenges and help manage them whether it's anxiety, depression, or something else. I can understand that seeking therapy can seem scary, overwhelming, or even questionable, but you are making the right choice.
Hi there, I'm Roman Coronado, are you feeling somewhat stuck in life? Thinking you are too hard on yourself, but also feeling tired of being burdened by the weight of feeling unhappy, unmotivated, or just excessively worrying. Are you struggling with your health, work, or relationship? I help individuals work through these challenges and help manage them whether it's anxiety, depression, or something else. I can understand that seeking therapy can seem scary, overwhelming, or even questionable, but you are making the right choice.
Jane Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
If you have ended a wanted pregnancy, you are welcome & deserving of compassion, healing, & community. Termination for medical reasons (TFMR), or ending a wanted pregnancy due to the health of the baby or the pregnant person, is uniquely complex & results in the devastating loss of a much loved baby & future. You may feel much of the same pain & silencing that other pregnancy & infant loss parents do. You may also feel additional layers of shame, fear, & judgment due to the politicized nature of the loss, the idea that you had to make a “choice,” & the lack of safe & inclusive communities & resources available to support you.
If you have ended a wanted pregnancy, you are welcome & deserving of compassion, healing, & community. Termination for medical reasons (TFMR), or ending a wanted pregnancy due to the health of the baby or the pregnant person, is uniquely complex & results in the devastating loss of a much loved baby & future. You may feel much of the same pain & silencing that other pregnancy & infant loss parents do. You may also feel additional layers of shame, fear, & judgment due to the politicized nature of the loss, the idea that you had to make a “choice,” & the lack of safe & inclusive communities & resources available to support you.
Psychotherapy Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78750
At Psychotherapy Associates, we believe in providing a safe, nurturing and effective psychotherapy to individuals, couples, children and families in crisis or other major life transitions. We also offer play therapy, EMDR for teens and adults, as well as court and CPS-mandated services for all age groups. Additionally, we work very closely with doctors, pediatricians, schools and other specialists out in the community to provide the best continuity of care for our clients. If we can be of help to you or someone you care about, please call or email us today for more information or to make an appointment with one of our counselors.
At Psychotherapy Associates, we believe in providing a safe, nurturing and effective psychotherapy to individuals, couples, children and families in crisis or other major life transitions. We also offer play therapy, EMDR for teens and adults, as well as court and CPS-mandated services for all age groups. Additionally, we work very closely with doctors, pediatricians, schools and other specialists out in the community to provide the best continuity of care for our clients. If we can be of help to you or someone you care about, please call or email us today for more information or to make an appointment with one of our counselors.
Lani Hartnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
My name is Lani Hartnett (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. The world can be an overwhelming place, especially when we feel alone. While I incorporate aspects of CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma focused CBT into my practice, I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the single most important factor in therapy. In order to create positive change, you must feel comfortable to explore your experiences and your feelings. Our relationship will serve as an example of how to be your most authentic self, embrace vulnerability, and set healthy boundaries.
My name is Lani Hartnett (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. The world can be an overwhelming place, especially when we feel alone. While I incorporate aspects of CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma focused CBT into my practice, I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the single most important factor in therapy. In order to create positive change, you must feel comfortable to explore your experiences and your feelings. Our relationship will serve as an example of how to be your most authentic self, embrace vulnerability, and set healthy boundaries.
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Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
I help teens and adults heal from debilitating intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and unwanted behaviors. These thoughts and behavioral compulsions usually attack your personal values, identity, and beliefs, leaving you searching for reassurance and falling into the same defeating cycle. My ideal client usually needs help relinquishing control and finding peace with the unknown. I provide a calming presence, a lighthearted sense of humor, and a non-judgmental space to overcome your fears. Together, we create structured goals and implement them in each session.
I help teens and adults heal from debilitating intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and unwanted behaviors. These thoughts and behavioral compulsions usually attack your personal values, identity, and beliefs, leaving you searching for reassurance and falling into the same defeating cycle. My ideal client usually needs help relinquishing control and finding peace with the unknown. I provide a calming presence, a lighthearted sense of humor, and a non-judgmental space to overcome your fears. Together, we create structured goals and implement them in each session.
Mimi Lugo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78758 (Online Only)
Telehealth/Virtual only- I believe everyone deserves to have mental and emotional health, as well as feel safe and happy. There will be times when we feel stuck, helpless, and like we are the only one who is experiencing what we are. I do not want you to give up. I want you to know there is help available. "There's a light at the end of the tunnel" if you truly want it and work for it. I would like to virtually facilitate your journey toward healing. If this is also your desire, you may reach me via email or call and leave a message please. You may also go directly to my website.
Telehealth/Virtual only- I believe everyone deserves to have mental and emotional health, as well as feel safe and happy. There will be times when we feel stuck, helpless, and like we are the only one who is experiencing what we are. I do not want you to give up. I want you to know there is help available. "There's a light at the end of the tunnel" if you truly want it and work for it. I would like to virtually facilitate your journey toward healing. If this is also your desire, you may reach me via email or call and leave a message please. You may also go directly to my website.
Katy Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT-S, LPC, SEP, CCTP, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I offer somatic psychotherapy (touch and tablework) for people who are working on trauma, relationship and attachment issues. This work may also bring up family of origin issues that may also be unresolved. I combine somatic, IFS, and attachment modalities. My somatic training also provides expertise in helping those with chronic illness or pain and how this is related to mental health. Somatic work also is for those with after-effects of surgeries or accidents.
I offer somatic psychotherapy (touch and tablework) for people who are working on trauma, relationship and attachment issues. This work may also bring up family of origin issues that may also be unresolved. I combine somatic, IFS, and attachment modalities. My somatic training also provides expertise in helping those with chronic illness or pain and how this is related to mental health. Somatic work also is for those with after-effects of surgeries or accidents.
Amy Bernath
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Amy and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I provide therapeutic services to: Youth, Teens, Young Adults, Women with Postpartum Depression, Geriatric Clients, and Adult Children. I take a client-centered approach using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Hi, my name is Amy and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I provide therapeutic services to: Youth, Teens, Young Adults, Women with Postpartum Depression, Geriatric Clients, and Adult Children. I take a client-centered approach using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Ruth A. Airhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78757
Not accepting new clients
I offer a variety of expressive art therapy techniques (art, sand tray, journaling, etc.) in addition to traditional talk therapy. Clients describe me as warm and down-to-earth, yet professional and insightful. I enjoy engaging with my clients in a creative, client-centered and solution-focused way.
I offer a variety of expressive art therapy techniques (art, sand tray, journaling, etc.) in addition to traditional talk therapy. Clients describe me as warm and down-to-earth, yet professional and insightful. I enjoy engaging with my clients in a creative, client-centered and solution-focused way.
Tracey Petuch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and their families. I have assisted families with actualizing their full potential and overcoming barriers and challenges in their lives. I have worked with a plethora of issues and concerns including but not limited to the following: anxiety, depression, family dynamics, parenting strategies, ADHD symptoms, traumatic events, and adjustment barriers. My intervention strategies include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma responsive therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and their families. I have assisted families with actualizing their full potential and overcoming barriers and challenges in their lives. I have worked with a plethora of issues and concerns including but not limited to the following: anxiety, depression, family dynamics, parenting strategies, ADHD symptoms, traumatic events, and adjustment barriers. My intervention strategies include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma responsive therapy.
Jan Carlson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78749 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Dreams are messages from our unconscious that help us understand our deepest Self. In our work together we may decipher the language of your unconscious, as well as discover symbolism that may be more general. Dreams are not the only road to self awareness. I will provide a safe, confidential partnership to assist you in your personal work. You can free yourself from patterns that may keep you from living the rich full life you may desire. Depression and anxiety are major roadblocks to success and intimacy. Through the process of psychotherapy you may resume the natural flow of your existence.
Dreams are messages from our unconscious that help us understand our deepest Self. In our work together we may decipher the language of your unconscious, as well as discover symbolism that may be more general. Dreams are not the only road to self awareness. I will provide a safe, confidential partnership to assist you in your personal work. You can free yourself from patterns that may keep you from living the rich full life you may desire. Depression and anxiety are major roadblocks to success and intimacy. Through the process of psychotherapy you may resume the natural flow of your existence.
Rohr Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
I believe we thrive on healthy connections with others. Sometimes we need help repairing and facilitating our relationships. Sometimes we might want to clarify what is working and not working in our lives. I offer an environment where motivated couples and individuals are able to freely express themselves, while gaining insight into their lives. I have a particular interest in working with people experiencing a Cancer Diagnosis, including partners, family members and caregivers. I am willing to help process the complicated emotions and feelings accompanying this illness.
I believe we thrive on healthy connections with others. Sometimes we need help repairing and facilitating our relationships. Sometimes we might want to clarify what is working and not working in our lives. I offer an environment where motivated couples and individuals are able to freely express themselves, while gaining insight into their lives. I have a particular interest in working with people experiencing a Cancer Diagnosis, including partners, family members and caregivers. I am willing to help process the complicated emotions and feelings accompanying this illness.
Stevie Stanford
Psychologist, PhD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78736
Specializing in trauma treatment, addiction and sex therapy. My purpose is to help others connect and love in a healthy and fulfilled way. Sometimes, we need to address our trauma and addictions to get to that place of authentic love.
Specializing in trauma treatment, addiction and sex therapy. My purpose is to help others connect and love in a healthy and fulfilled way. Sometimes, we need to address our trauma and addictions to get to that place of authentic love.
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Number of Therapists in Austin, TX
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Austin, TX who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
76% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Stress |
68% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
74% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
64% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Austin, TX see their clients
55% | In Person and Online | |
45% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Austin?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.