Therapists in Austin, TX
Taylor Maureen Barstad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
I would describe my therapeutic style as personable, open, warm, accepting and thoughtful. I will always meet my clients where they’re at and include them while creating a personalized treatment plan.
I would describe my therapeutic style as personable, open, warm, accepting and thoughtful. I will always meet my clients where they’re at and include them while creating a personalized treatment plan.
Amah Aziamoah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78751 (Online Only)
Hello & welcome! Asking for help is not easy, but there’s a part of you that’s wishing something was different and that same part of you has led you here. I have gratitude for that courageous part of you. I am a trauma-informed therapist with 11 years of experience working in organizations that serve children and adults. My experience as a Clinical Social Worker/Therapist in schools, treatment centers, and medical settings have equipped me to work with a variety of mental health needs. I am honored that my work history has granted me the opportunity to work with people of various racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Hello & welcome! Asking for help is not easy, but there’s a part of you that’s wishing something was different and that same part of you has led you here. I have gratitude for that courageous part of you. I am a trauma-informed therapist with 11 years of experience working in organizations that serve children and adults. My experience as a Clinical Social Worker/Therapist in schools, treatment centers, and medical settings have equipped me to work with a variety of mental health needs. I am honored that my work history has granted me the opportunity to work with people of various racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Claudia Legarreta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.
At Relational Pathways we strive to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where families are able to strengthen their connections and achieve their therapeutic goals. Whether you are looking for parental mentoring, child therapy or neurofeedback therapy , we offer an array of services that can assist you and your family reach your gaols.
Scott Wayne Melgren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701 (Online Only)
My personal belief is that everyone is doing their best with the tools they have. I utilize an individualized approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen resiliency and provide coping skills to overcome daily life stressors. If you have ever found yourself stuck and desire a way to navigate and work through your personal challanges, together we can create that change.
My personal belief is that everyone is doing their best with the tools they have. I utilize an individualized approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen resiliency and provide coping skills to overcome daily life stressors. If you have ever found yourself stuck and desire a way to navigate and work through your personal challanges, together we can create that change.
Austin Sports Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78758
Are you an athlete constantly worried about your sport performance? Have you recently been injured and find your mood has taken a nose dive as you wait for your body to heal, afraid you will not return to the same level of fitness as before? Are body image issues or your relationship to food having a negative impact on your sport? Or maybe you are at the end of your sport career, struggling to let it go and confused about your identity outside of your sport. Have you turned to substances to cope? Is your team less cohesive and more conflicted, losing focus and competing more with each other than against your actual opponents?
Are you an athlete constantly worried about your sport performance? Have you recently been injured and find your mood has taken a nose dive as you wait for your body to heal, afraid you will not return to the same level of fitness as before? Are body image issues or your relationship to food having a negative impact on your sport? Or maybe you are at the end of your sport career, struggling to let it go and confused about your identity outside of your sport. Have you turned to substances to cope? Is your team less cohesive and more conflicted, losing focus and competing more with each other than against your actual opponents?
Ussama Taha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748
I work with clients who may be finding themselves struggling with the impacts of trauma and noticing they're repeating patterns in their intimate relationships that they want to be different. They are open to exploring the complexities of their upbringing and learning how these early templates are showing up in their lives now. They are curious - and perhaps frustrated by - what is motivating their thoughts, emotions and behaviors, and are looking for deep, lasting change.
I work with clients who may be finding themselves struggling with the impacts of trauma and noticing they're repeating patterns in their intimate relationships that they want to be different. They are open to exploring the complexities of their upbringing and learning how these early templates are showing up in their lives now. They are curious - and perhaps frustrated by - what is motivating their thoughts, emotions and behaviors, and are looking for deep, lasting change.
Christine Winston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
With an eye toward your past but with feet firmly in the present, I help people make sense of what they've tried sort it out on your own. You may have asked, what else can I do for myself, for my relationship? Reaching out for help can be scary, but it can be a major step toward feeling more satisfied with you life.
With an eye toward your past but with feet firmly in the present, I help people make sense of what they've tried sort it out on your own. You may have asked, what else can I do for myself, for my relationship? Reaching out for help can be scary, but it can be a major step toward feeling more satisfied with you life.
Couples Therapy With Dylan Davies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with couples because so much change is possible. I will work with you to identify and work through the painful and stuck places in your relationship, and will support you in creating a different experience of one another that honors each partner. You will find my style direct, yet compassionate; challenging, yet supportive. The change I aim for is not a superficial one, but one that transforms the relationship. My mission is to help couples create more vitality in their relationship and live with a greater sense of ease, freedom and harmony together. RLT (Relational Life Couple Therapy) & Sex Therapy Trained.
I love working with couples because so much change is possible. I will work with you to identify and work through the painful and stuck places in your relationship, and will support you in creating a different experience of one another that honors each partner. You will find my style direct, yet compassionate; challenging, yet supportive. The change I aim for is not a superficial one, but one that transforms the relationship. My mission is to help couples create more vitality in their relationship and live with a greater sense of ease, freedom and harmony together. RLT (Relational Life Couple Therapy) & Sex Therapy Trained.
Jordan Rico
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745 (Online Only)
My ideal client is anyone who is struggling with life. I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, cultures, and identities on various issues. Whether you need support dealing with a specific life event, managing ongoing mental health issues or life circumstances, or even if you aren't sure what you want to work on, I'm here to help! My job is to collaborate with my clients to identify what is distressing them, what they want to change, and how they can achieve their goals in therapy.
My ideal client is anyone who is struggling with life. I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, cultures, and identities on various issues. Whether you need support dealing with a specific life event, managing ongoing mental health issues or life circumstances, or even if you aren't sure what you want to work on, I'm here to help! My job is to collaborate with my clients to identify what is distressing them, what they want to change, and how they can achieve their goals in therapy.
Becca Baughman
LPC Associate, MS, NCC, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78751
My counseling style is collaborative and empowering, with a focus on cultivating a therapeutic environment that invites authenticity, embodiment, trust, insight, creativity, and humor. The core of my work is to help clients tap into their innate ability to grow and heal in order to connect to a life more deeply grounded in meaning and joy. Within a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space, I invite you to examine inner beliefs and how they shape your behaviors, relationships, and emotional wellbeing. I believe that, with compassion and curiosity, sitting in the present with what is can be truly transformational.
My counseling style is collaborative and empowering, with a focus on cultivating a therapeutic environment that invites authenticity, embodiment, trust, insight, creativity, and humor. The core of my work is to help clients tap into their innate ability to grow and heal in order to connect to a life more deeply grounded in meaning and joy. Within a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space, I invite you to examine inner beliefs and how they shape your behaviors, relationships, and emotional wellbeing. I believe that, with compassion and curiosity, sitting in the present with what is can be truly transformational.
Griselda Ruvalcaba
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
I am a person-centered, bilingual counselor that is fluent in both Spanish and English. I am warm, empathetic and also have experience as a school counselor.
I am a person-centered, bilingual counselor that is fluent in both Spanish and English. I am warm, empathetic and also have experience as a school counselor.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCST, CPDPE
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78736
Waitlist for new clients
I am highly experienced assisting children, teenagers, young adults, and families with a variety of behavioral, developmental, and social - emotional challenges. As a former school counselor, I can provide beneficial information regarding accommodations/modifications that are needed in the school setting. In a private counseling setting, I can help with behavioral and emotional challenges, including: anger, bullying, impulse control, depression, anxiety, peer relationships, and self-regulation techniques. I assists teens steer through difficult challenges and offer support for the young adult while they face many challenges as they navigate life and their many changing roles after high school.
I am highly experienced assisting children, teenagers, young adults, and families with a variety of behavioral, developmental, and social - emotional challenges. As a former school counselor, I can provide beneficial information regarding accommodations/modifications that are needed in the school setting. In a private counseling setting, I can help with behavioral and emotional challenges, including: anger, bullying, impulse control, depression, anxiety, peer relationships, and self-regulation techniques. I assists teens steer through difficult challenges and offer support for the young adult while they face many challenges as they navigate life and their many changing roles after high school.
Jaala Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Welcome! I’m so happy you're here! I'm Jaala Davis, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Claudia Thompson, LMFT-S, LPC-S. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Virginia State University (2004) and a Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward’s University (2023). I'm committed to creating a safe space for individuals to embrace their authentic selves. My focus includes working with individuals, relationships, and underrepresented communities such as BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals to foster empowerment and adjustment.
Welcome! I’m so happy you're here! I'm Jaala Davis, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate supervised by Claudia Thompson, LMFT-S, LPC-S. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Virginia State University (2004) and a Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward’s University (2023). I'm committed to creating a safe space for individuals to embrace their authentic selves. My focus includes working with individuals, relationships, and underrepresented communities such as BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals to foster empowerment and adjustment.
Side Quest Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78752
Hello, my name is Doc Davis and as a person who has often lived outside the "mainstream" of society, I enjoy working with others from the gamer, cosplay, fandom, nerdom, LBGTQ+, kink, and other so called "fringe" communities. It is often hard enough to feel like we fit in throughout our lives, and when we align ourselves with things that some may shun, it can be infinitely more complicated and sometimes devastating. With issues around social anxiety, self-identity, navigating the nonacceptance of others, and self-acceptance being just some the things people have to deal with, it can often get in the way of a truly authentic self.
Hello, my name is Doc Davis and as a person who has often lived outside the "mainstream" of society, I enjoy working with others from the gamer, cosplay, fandom, nerdom, LBGTQ+, kink, and other so called "fringe" communities. It is often hard enough to feel like we fit in throughout our lives, and when we align ourselves with things that some may shun, it can be infinitely more complicated and sometimes devastating. With issues around social anxiety, self-identity, navigating the nonacceptance of others, and self-acceptance being just some the things people have to deal with, it can often get in the way of a truly authentic self.
Jessica Kilpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Waitlist for new clients
Are you worried about your child's mental health or overall well-being? Has your child recently gone through something difficult and you feel they may need some extra support? I would love to help you navigate these challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who specializes in working with children, teens, and families. I believe that healthy connections and safe relationships can create healing opportunities. I would be honored to help your family understand anxiety, face relationship difficulties, or navigate uncertain and challenging situations.
Are you worried about your child's mental health or overall well-being? Has your child recently gone through something difficult and you feel they may need some extra support? I would love to help you navigate these challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who specializes in working with children, teens, and families. I believe that healthy connections and safe relationships can create healing opportunities. I would be honored to help your family understand anxiety, face relationship difficulties, or navigate uncertain and challenging situations.
Kathy Boyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
John Lennon nailed it: "Life is what happens when we are busy making other plans." Without warning we my find ourselves dealing with the loss of a relationship, a job, or a difficult diagnosis. Perhaps parenting, which used to be so easy, does not seem to be working. For others, years of carrying so much anxiety and stress has now become too heavy and is getting in the way. Possibly life itself has turned upside down, magnifying everything else to the point that it is just overwhelming. I get it and can offer support, skills and a path towards reclaiming your well-being and a life worth living.
John Lennon nailed it: "Life is what happens when we are busy making other plans." Without warning we my find ourselves dealing with the loss of a relationship, a job, or a difficult diagnosis. Perhaps parenting, which used to be so easy, does not seem to be working. For others, years of carrying so much anxiety and stress has now become too heavy and is getting in the way. Possibly life itself has turned upside down, magnifying everything else to the point that it is just overwhelming. I get it and can offer support, skills and a path towards reclaiming your well-being and a life worth living.
Samantha Clements
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748
Giving a safe space to identify goals, search for solutions, work towards the future, process emotions, and support your growth and change. I work with my animal partner/co-counselor Mabel Jean (MJ) to provide empathy, understanding, compassion, and hope into each session. MJ typically is incorporated into therapy interventions. She is very engaging with others, gives unbiased listening and acceptance without judgment, is attuned to others’ emotions, helps others self-regulate, is curious to learn more about clients, and is a fast learner. We are supervised by Kim L Sullivan, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S.
Giving a safe space to identify goals, search for solutions, work towards the future, process emotions, and support your growth and change. I work with my animal partner/co-counselor Mabel Jean (MJ) to provide empathy, understanding, compassion, and hope into each session. MJ typically is incorporated into therapy interventions. She is very engaging with others, gives unbiased listening and acceptance without judgment, is attuned to others’ emotions, helps others self-regulate, is curious to learn more about clients, and is a fast learner. We are supervised by Kim L Sullivan, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S.
Nancy Willbern
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
'Ring the bells that still can ring; forget your perfect offering; there is a crack in everything; it's how the light gets in.' (Leonard Cohen) When clients come in with cracks in their lives, I am committed to pointing towards the light. I love my job.
Although I am educated and experienced in classical psychotherapeutic theory and practice, I have a spiritual foundation to my work. I encourage my clients to connect to an inner, Loving Wisdom -- and I am committed to doing the same. It is through that connection that we both are healed.
'Ring the bells that still can ring; forget your perfect offering; there is a crack in everything; it's how the light gets in.' (Leonard Cohen) When clients come in with cracks in their lives, I am committed to pointing towards the light. I love my job.
Although I am educated and experienced in classical psychotherapeutic theory and practice, I have a spiritual foundation to my work. I encourage my clients to connect to an inner, Loving Wisdom -- and I am committed to doing the same. It is through that connection that we both are healed.
Kenneth Dobbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78723 (Online Only)
I consider therapy a great opportunity for me to walk alongside clients on their healing journey. I take a person-centered and trauma informed approach to meet clients where they are at and work together as a team to identify treatment goals. I strive to foster a warm and supportive environment so clients feel seen, heard, and valued. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important aspects of therapy. My training and clinical experience has allowed me to work with both athletes and non-athletes from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
I consider therapy a great opportunity for me to walk alongside clients on their healing journey. I take a person-centered and trauma informed approach to meet clients where they are at and work together as a team to identify treatment goals. I strive to foster a warm and supportive environment so clients feel seen, heard, and valued. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important aspects of therapy. My training and clinical experience has allowed me to work with both athletes and non-athletes from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
Kathryn Reynolds-Bukhair
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78754 (Online Only)
I work with Perinatal Mental Health (conception through 1st year postpartum), Spectrum Disorders (Autism), Learning Difficulties, Life Transitions, Anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and Depression. I am also a mother and work with Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum health. I always crave additional training, which is why I became certified in Perinatal Mental Health and completed EMDR basic training. I believe in the importance of focusing on the mind-body connection in a holistic manner.
I work with Perinatal Mental Health (conception through 1st year postpartum), Spectrum Disorders (Autism), Learning Difficulties, Life Transitions, Anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and Depression. I am also a mother and work with Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum health. I always crave additional training, which is why I became certified in Perinatal Mental Health and completed EMDR basic training. I believe in the importance of focusing on the mind-body connection in a holistic manner.
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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?
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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.