Kara Bissen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-A
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
Let's Connect (737) 352-5841
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel
overwhelming, but it can also be the start of something
deeply healing. My practice is trauma-informed and
identity-informed. I support you in cultivating healthy,
meaningful relationships, with others and with yourself.
I offer individual, couples, family, and LGBTQ+ group
therapy. My approach is relational, compassionate,
and collaborative, grounded in a queer-affirming and
feminist perspective. Research shows the therapist-
client connection is one of the strongest predictors of
healing, which is why I prioritize building trust through
authenticity and non-judgment.
My focus is supporting people with trauma histories and people with marginalized identities. I encourage you to be your authentic self as we explore how to build the life you want. This can look like improving communication, learning about healthy attachment or practicing identifying and responding to emotions.
You deserve support that sees and honors the full you. My practice centers care for queer and marginalized communities, creating a space where you don’t have to shrink or hide any part of yourself. Let’s walk this path together.
(I am a licensed therapist, and my practice is supervised by Dr. Sonya M Gonzales, LCSW-S, LCDC, SAP)
Call or Email Kara Bissen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (737) 352-5841
Let's Connect (737) 352-5841
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $80
- Couple Sessions $90
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Kara Bissen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-A
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (737) 352-5841
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 110345 Kara Bissen
- In Practice for 11 years
- Attended University of Houston, MSW, Graduated 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Kara Bissen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-A
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (737) 352-5841
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Psychosis
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Kara Bissen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-A
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (737) 352-5841
7 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Feminist
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Kara Bissen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-A
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (737) 352-5841
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Kara Bissen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-A
Call for a free consultation now - (737) 352-5841