Therapists in Austin, TX
Kitty Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy providing practical tools to help you navigate through life's inevitable losses and other challenges. I think of myself as a guide, assisting folks through stuck places or daunting challenges, allowing them to increase resilience and personal empowerment. We are living in fascinating times, which can be both exhilarating and terrifying. I encourage embracing the sometimes messy entirety of what life rolls out for each individual.
I enjoy providing practical tools to help you navigate through life's inevitable losses and other challenges. I think of myself as a guide, assisting folks through stuck places or daunting challenges, allowing them to increase resilience and personal empowerment. We are living in fascinating times, which can be both exhilarating and terrifying. I encourage embracing the sometimes messy entirety of what life rolls out for each individual.
Chantal Pierre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78715 (Online Only)
I am a licensed social worker and contemplative psychotherapist practicing in Texas. I specialize in helping people return to themselves through understanding and attuning to their nervous systems, while rediscovering the wisdom inherent in their own bodies so that they may fully realize their own purpose and have a better sense of belonging. My philosophy centers around the understanding that a client is always the expert of their own life. It emphasizes the importance of witnessing and supporting the client's personal journey, with the overall aim to assist you in improving the quality of your life and your relationships.
I am a licensed social worker and contemplative psychotherapist practicing in Texas. I specialize in helping people return to themselves through understanding and attuning to their nervous systems, while rediscovering the wisdom inherent in their own bodies so that they may fully realize their own purpose and have a better sense of belonging. My philosophy centers around the understanding that a client is always the expert of their own life. It emphasizes the importance of witnessing and supporting the client's personal journey, with the overall aim to assist you in improving the quality of your life and your relationships.
Christina Latimer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78723
Not accepting new clients
I provide a non-judgmental, supportive space for a diverse population of adult clients to work through a variety of life challenges. I believe in the power, healing and personal growth that can occur within the therapeutic environment. I embrace a client's uniqueness and I strive to build a collaborative relationship of trust and respect.
I provide a non-judgmental, supportive space for a diverse population of adult clients to work through a variety of life challenges. I believe in the power, healing and personal growth that can occur within the therapeutic environment. I embrace a client's uniqueness and I strive to build a collaborative relationship of trust and respect.
Cassidy Conway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, AADC, LCAS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759 (Online Only)
We as humans develop belief systems that influence how we operate in our day to day. You may be noticing some ways you operate no longer serve you purpose and you desire change, especially if the way you have coped is causing more harm than help. Together we will develop understanding as to why and how you operate to help work towards realistic steps in making desired shifts in your life. This process brings both emotional and mental growing pains. The hope is that by working through those growing pains, you begin to believe in and live out your growth.
We as humans develop belief systems that influence how we operate in our day to day. You may be noticing some ways you operate no longer serve you purpose and you desire change, especially if the way you have coped is causing more harm than help. Together we will develop understanding as to why and how you operate to help work towards realistic steps in making desired shifts in your life. This process brings both emotional and mental growing pains. The hope is that by working through those growing pains, you begin to believe in and live out your growth.
Kathryn Ann Ehlert
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
The best predictor for positive outcome is dependent on the client therapist match. Before we commit to begin counseling, I offer a free 30 minute get acquainted session. I am eclectic in my methods and use whatever tool I have in my toolbox to help you deal with your problem as quickly as possible. Hopefully you will experience me as kind and accepting, but also proactive and energetic in helping you live your life to your satisfaction. Please feel free to text, call or email to set up a time to meet on zoom.
The best predictor for positive outcome is dependent on the client therapist match. Before we commit to begin counseling, I offer a free 30 minute get acquainted session. I am eclectic in my methods and use whatever tool I have in my toolbox to help you deal with your problem as quickly as possible. Hopefully you will experience me as kind and accepting, but also proactive and energetic in helping you live your life to your satisfaction. Please feel free to text, call or email to set up a time to meet on zoom.
Rocio Avila Salinas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705
I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder, and other co-occurring disorders. I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults. I am particularly passionate about working with BIPOC individuals and family systems. I strive to empower and support you in your journey towards healing and wellness. If you are looking for support, building coping skills, and simply want to understand and manage your mental health and wellbeing I would be happy to help collaborate with you to achieve your goals.
I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder, and other co-occurring disorders. I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults. I am particularly passionate about working with BIPOC individuals and family systems. I strive to empower and support you in your journey towards healing and wellness. If you are looking for support, building coping skills, and simply want to understand and manage your mental health and wellbeing I would be happy to help collaborate with you to achieve your goals.
Billy Lee Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
It is my heartfelt desire to assist you in connecting with your authentic self and rediscovering a deep sense of well being. I am empathetic, spiritual, thoughtful, interactive, and dedicated to your deepest healing. I work with individuals and couples, empowering them to create loving, healthy relationships. I practice a blend of techniques, including EMDR, gestalt, person centered and spiritual psychology. I also provide supervision for LMFT graduate interns and post-graduate associates.
It is my heartfelt desire to assist you in connecting with your authentic self and rediscovering a deep sense of well being. I am empathetic, spiritual, thoughtful, interactive, and dedicated to your deepest healing. I work with individuals and couples, empowering them to create loving, healthy relationships. I practice a blend of techniques, including EMDR, gestalt, person centered and spiritual psychology. I also provide supervision for LMFT graduate interns and post-graduate associates.
Healing Branches
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
There are those days when just getting out of bed is difficult. Having someone help manage struggles and figuring life out is important. The twist and turns of life can leave one feeling drained, exhausted, and in a mental fog, or a loss of wanting to or even knowing how to move forward. This is where I come in, helping those who are stuck, lost, hopeless and who cannot figure out what’s going on inside, feeling there is no way out, or even making unhelpful choices in life. Possibly a teenager or young adult scared about life or the future and managing stress. This is why I am here.
There are those days when just getting out of bed is difficult. Having someone help manage struggles and figuring life out is important. The twist and turns of life can leave one feeling drained, exhausted, and in a mental fog, or a loss of wanting to or even knowing how to move forward. This is where I come in, helping those who are stuck, lost, hopeless and who cannot figure out what’s going on inside, feeling there is no way out, or even making unhelpful choices in life. Possibly a teenager or young adult scared about life or the future and managing stress. This is why I am here.
Calm Counseling Austin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
We are a group therapy practice who works with adolescents, young adults, as well as adult populations. We provide individual, group, and family therapy. We work with clients to help them achieve a greater sense of awareness so that they may identify patterns and behaviors that interfere with living the life they want. We work with clients who tend to struggle with negative self-talk, which can manifest for some as disordered eating or a lack of self-compassion. We work with clients to understand and improve these parts of themselves. We also strive to instill a sense of hope, as we think this an important part of the process.
We are a group therapy practice who works with adolescents, young adults, as well as adult populations. We provide individual, group, and family therapy. We work with clients to help them achieve a greater sense of awareness so that they may identify patterns and behaviors that interfere with living the life they want. We work with clients who tend to struggle with negative self-talk, which can manifest for some as disordered eating or a lack of self-compassion. We work with clients to understand and improve these parts of themselves. We also strive to instill a sense of hope, as we think this an important part of the process.
Dena Roberts
Counselor, PhD, LCP-S, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Hi, I'm the clinical director at Austin Integrative Counseling and Training Center. You can learn about me and the group through our website at: inaustincounseling.com. In short, I've been practicing for more than 26 years and I am as dedicated to the art of therapy as when I started. Relationships are the foundation of good health and sense of well-being -- whether the relationship is with others or with yourself. Sometimes we need to start with the relationship with ourselves, sometimes we can go straight to the relationships with others. Either way, I'm here to help you find your way to what your are wanting in life
Hi, I'm the clinical director at Austin Integrative Counseling and Training Center. You can learn about me and the group through our website at: inaustincounseling.com. In short, I've been practicing for more than 26 years and I am as dedicated to the art of therapy as when I started. Relationships are the foundation of good health and sense of well-being -- whether the relationship is with others or with yourself. Sometimes we need to start with the relationship with ourselves, sometimes we can go straight to the relationships with others. Either way, I'm here to help you find your way to what your are wanting in life
Harmony Counseling and Coaching Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed with the demands of life and you’re wanting to achieve a better work-life balance? You may be wanting to move past feelings of shame and guilt. Are you seeking a non-judgmental, compassionate therapist to walk with you on your life journey? My specialty areas include working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, and suicidal ideations. I also enjoy supporting clients with parenting concerns, life transitions, career goals, women empowerment, and finding clarity in life situations. I support diversity, equity, and inclusion, and I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
Feeling overwhelmed with the demands of life and you’re wanting to achieve a better work-life balance? You may be wanting to move past feelings of shame and guilt. Are you seeking a non-judgmental, compassionate therapist to walk with you on your life journey? My specialty areas include working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, and suicidal ideations. I also enjoy supporting clients with parenting concerns, life transitions, career goals, women empowerment, and finding clarity in life situations. I support diversity, equity, and inclusion, and I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas and New Mexico, offering a personable approach to psychotherapy for Couples & Individuals. I have experience working with all types of mental health disorders in various settings (individual, group, couples, family). My focus is on personal wellness for the individual and the family system. My goal is to work on the issues at hand using the most up to date research proven methods. I am passionate about empowering clients to find their voice & gain insight in a supportive & non-judgmental environment.
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Sofie Loring Cardinal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78721 (Online Only)
I offer somatic therapy to all folks seeking to deepen connection with their authentic selves, to create more spaciousness for play, for possibility, and the unknown. So often we find ourselves in lives defined by the ways we have had to fracture from our core selves in order to survive. As your therapist, I strive to serve as your witness and mirror, assisting you to tap into your body’s innate wisdom. Throughout our work together, we will build reverence for the ways you have learned to protect yourself, and explore how we may build or rebuild safety in order to seek out more possibilities.
I offer somatic therapy to all folks seeking to deepen connection with their authentic selves, to create more spaciousness for play, for possibility, and the unknown. So often we find ourselves in lives defined by the ways we have had to fracture from our core selves in order to survive. As your therapist, I strive to serve as your witness and mirror, assisting you to tap into your body’s innate wisdom. Throughout our work together, we will build reverence for the ways you have learned to protect yourself, and explore how we may build or rebuild safety in order to seek out more possibilities.
Rowan Hartin Counseling & Career Design
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
"I have GOT to get my shit together." If this feels like the refrain of your 20-30something life, I can help. I specialize in the struggles with angst, anxiety, ADHD or adulting that keep you from building the life that you want. Your 20's and 30's are the defining decades of a lifetime - the time to invest in therapy is NOW. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I can help you shift from insight to action and really get things moving in the right direction. Ideally located for clients in East Austin, downtown / Central Austin, and the Mueller area! Online therapy and evening/weekend appointments are available.
"I have GOT to get my shit together." If this feels like the refrain of your 20-30something life, I can help. I specialize in the struggles with angst, anxiety, ADHD or adulting that keep you from building the life that you want. Your 20's and 30's are the defining decades of a lifetime - the time to invest in therapy is NOW. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I can help you shift from insight to action and really get things moving in the right direction. Ideally located for clients in East Austin, downtown / Central Austin, and the Mueller area! Online therapy and evening/weekend appointments are available.
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Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCDC, LPC-A, CTTS, CAMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78754 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
This practice is ideal for people struggling with alcohol or other drug addiction and prefers to start their recovery in individual sessions with a drug and alcohol counselor rather than by entering treatment in a formal rehab setting. It is also indicated for those who have alcohol and drug addiction assessments and could use the help of a counselor to build sober support. Counseling is typically combined with 12-step or other mutual support group attendance.
This practice is ideal for people struggling with alcohol or other drug addiction and prefers to start their recovery in individual sessions with a drug and alcohol counselor rather than by entering treatment in a formal rehab setting. It is also indicated for those who have alcohol and drug addiction assessments and could use the help of a counselor to build sober support. Counseling is typically combined with 12-step or other mutual support group attendance.
Ashley Fedrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
Are you struggling? My job as a therapist is to listen and provide feedback and tools that can help clients cope with life's challenges in a healthier way. I also work collaboratively with clients to identify and adapt unhealthy thinking patterns and behaviors. I strongly believe things can improve no matter your circumstances or mental health diagnosis. No one should have to suffer alone or in silence.
Are you struggling? My job as a therapist is to listen and provide feedback and tools that can help clients cope with life's challenges in a healthier way. I also work collaboratively with clients to identify and adapt unhealthy thinking patterns and behaviors. I strongly believe things can improve no matter your circumstances or mental health diagnosis. No one should have to suffer alone or in silence.
Janet Kaye Love
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759 (Online Only)
Janet "Kaye" Love is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is experienced in working with youth, parents, and families as well as individual adults. Kaye has over 8 years of experience working with individuals with developmental and learning disabilities, including Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in Special Education and Vocational Rehabilitation. Her approach blends Solution Focused, Cognitive, Psychodynamic, Psycho-educational, and Mindfulness-based techniques, Play therapy is available for children ages six to ten.
Janet "Kaye" Love is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is experienced in working with youth, parents, and families as well as individual adults. Kaye has over 8 years of experience working with individuals with developmental and learning disabilities, including Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in Special Education and Vocational Rehabilitation. Her approach blends Solution Focused, Cognitive, Psychodynamic, Psycho-educational, and Mindfulness-based techniques, Play therapy is available for children ages six to ten.
Felicia De La Garza Mercer, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, PLLC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78702
Your 20s and 30s are an important time of self-determination. If you're feeling stuck or lost, I can help you develop the tools and insights you need to enjoy this time of your life. I specialize in helping high achievers-- young professionals and grad students with academic and workplace adjustment, anxiety, burnout and stress management, multicultural stressors, and relationship and sexual desire issues. With couples, I have expertise in helping partners improve communication, conflict and emotional intimacy, and manage differences in sexual desire.
Your 20s and 30s are an important time of self-determination. If you're feeling stuck or lost, I can help you develop the tools and insights you need to enjoy this time of your life. I specialize in helping high achievers-- young professionals and grad students with academic and workplace adjustment, anxiety, burnout and stress management, multicultural stressors, and relationship and sexual desire issues. With couples, I have expertise in helping partners improve communication, conflict and emotional intimacy, and manage differences in sexual desire.
Lois Graham
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756 (Online Only)
People are driven by a need for connection with others: a friend, a lover, a family, a tribe. When that need is not met our hunger goes underground and turns into anxiety, depression, or addiction. These internal struggles feed fear which can lead us to isolate. Therapy provides a path back toward connection. You talk. I listen. Obstacles to our connection emerge and we begin to understand who you are, what you long for, what gets in your way. As you teach me who you are, you begin to know yourself better, to find your own voice and trust it.
People are driven by a need for connection with others: a friend, a lover, a family, a tribe. When that need is not met our hunger goes underground and turns into anxiety, depression, or addiction. These internal struggles feed fear which can lead us to isolate. Therapy provides a path back toward connection. You talk. I listen. Obstacles to our connection emerge and we begin to understand who you are, what you long for, what gets in your way. As you teach me who you are, you begin to know yourself better, to find your own voice and trust it.
Brooke Brockman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Is your teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms? It is harder than ever to be a teen these days. On top of present day stressors, many teens experience trauma that can impact their mood, appetite, sleep, and enjoyment in life. Connecting your teen to professional therapy is one way you can help them take steps towards healing. Is your teen struggling with ADHD? Teens with ADHD can gain understanding of themselves, improve focus, and be empowered through psychoeducation and skills training acquired in sessions.
Is your teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms? It is harder than ever to be a teen these days. On top of present day stressors, many teens experience trauma that can impact their mood, appetite, sleep, and enjoyment in life. Connecting your teen to professional therapy is one way you can help them take steps towards healing. Is your teen struggling with ADHD? Teens with ADHD can gain understanding of themselves, improve focus, and be empowered through psychoeducation and skills training acquired in sessions.
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How does your Therapist compare?
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.