Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

Carbondale, IL 62901

(618) 226-8935

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If you’re carrying pain that seems to echo through time, wounds that were never given space to heal, you don’t have to keep carrying it alone. Suffering doesn’t define you. And while you may not be responsible for the pain you’ve endured, you do have the power to face it, process it, and grow beyond it. I’m here to walk that path with you.

As a psychotherapist who takes a personalized, eclectic approach, I’m committed to meeting you exactly where you are; drawing from methods like CBT, exposure therapy, and open dialogue to help you reach the version of yourself you long to become. This is a space of compassion, clarity, and collaboration.

If you’re ready to move from surviving to thriving, I’d be honored to walk beside you. Let’s begin your healing journey. One step, one conversation, one breakthrough at a time. Reach out today and let’s talk.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Austin Fishback now - (618) 226-8935

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

LifeThrive

Carbondale, IL 62901

(618) 226-8935

Murphysboro, IL 62966

I offer afternoon sessions Mon-Fri, 2-6 PM, in-person (Marion) or via Telehealth. Let's connect in the way that works best for you.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Child and Personality Disorders

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (618) 226-8935

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

LifeThrive

Carbondale, IL 62901

(618) 226-8935

Murphysboro, IL 62966

I offer afternoon sessions Mon-Fri, 2-6 PM, in-person (Marion) or via Telehealth. Let's connect in the way that works best for you.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Child and Personality Disorders

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $180
Couple Sessions $180
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
All Saver's Insurance
Allegiance
Alliance of Wisconsin
Allied
Ameriben
Anthem
Benefit System Services
Blue Cross
Blue Cross Community Options
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
BPA Bestlife
CHAMPVA
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Cigna and Evernorth
ComPsych
Consociate
Coventry
CSI
Deaconess
Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
Gravie Inc
Health Alliance
HealthLink
Hope Trust
Humana
IPMG
Magellan
Medicaid
Medicare
Meridian
Meritain Health
MHNet Behavioral Health
Midwest Health Partners
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan
Mutual of Omaha
Optum
PreferredOne
SEIU Healthcare
SIHO
TRICARE
TriWest
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
VA Community Care Network (CCN)
Wisconsin Physicians Service (WPS) Health Solution
Youthcare
Out of Network

We know finances can be a barrier, and we don't want that to stand in the way of getting support. That's why we offer flexible payment options and a sliding scale for those who qualify based on financial need and current federal guidelines.

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Email me or call with questions - (618) 226-8935

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Email me or call with questions - (618) 226-8935

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.022088 Austin James Fishback

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

Attended Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Master's of Science in Education (Counseling), Graduated 2021

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (618) 226-8935

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (618) 226-8935

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Child
Personality Disorders

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Life Coaching
Marital and Premarital
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Spirituality
Stress

Therapy is more than just a place to talk; it's where transformation begins. Through honesty, courage, and proven tools like distress tolerance and radical acceptance, we face the past not to relive it, but to reclaim your future. Healing starts with compassion. If you're ready, I'm here to walk with you.

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Email me or call with questions - (618) 226-8935

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Email me or call with questions - (618) 226-8935

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Toddler ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Family Systems
Gestalt
Gottman Method
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
Play Therapy
Trauma Focused

If you're ready to move beyond survival, I offer a tailored approach to therapy using methods like DBT, EMDR, and NLP. These tools can regulate emotions, process trauma, and unlock mindset shifts. Healing isn't one-size-fits-all, but transformation is possible. Let's begin when you're ready.

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Email me or call with questions - (618) 226-8935

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Email me or call with questions - (618) 226-8935

Location

Primary Location

LifeThrive

Carbondale, IL 62901

(618) 226-8935

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Additional Location

Murphysboro, IL 62966

(618) 226-8935

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I offer afternoon sessions Mon-Fri, 2-6 PM, in-person (Marion) or via Telehealth. Let's connect in the way that works best for you.

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (618) 226-8935

I offer afternoon sessions Mon-Fri, 2-6 PM, in-person (Marion) or via Telehealth. Let's connect in the way that works best for you.

Austin Fishback

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (618) 226-8935

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