Therapists in Austin, TX

Thomas Khang Dong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about supporting and empowering others in their process toward improved wellness. I'm so glad you're here. Taking the step to seek therapy is a courageous and empowering decision, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. In our work together, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you can be your true self. Whether you're navigating the challenged of ADHD, grappling with the complexities of bicultural identity, or seeking support in your relationships, I'm here to help. I believe in meeting you where you are, with compassion and understanding.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about supporting and empowering others in their process toward improved wellness. I'm so glad you're here. Taking the step to seek therapy is a courageous and empowering decision, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. In our work together, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you can be your true self. Whether you're navigating the challenged of ADHD, grappling with the complexities of bicultural identity, or seeking support in your relationships, I'm here to help. I believe in meeting you where you are, with compassion and understanding.

Seeing BCBS & UHC Medicare Advantage! I am here to work with you to develop resilience against anxiety, depression---and any other painful or distressing issue. I am hoping for you to have a happy, creative, and productive life in a world full of challenges. Many patients need to verbalize their fears to be able to look at their situation from multiple perspectives. You can face the irrational aspects of worrisome thoughts. We can consider your prior coping mechanisms, to be replaced by more adaptive coping tools. Let's think of your life today and forward, accepting yourself more, and understanding how to deal with others.
Seeing BCBS & UHC Medicare Advantage! I am here to work with you to develop resilience against anxiety, depression---and any other painful or distressing issue. I am hoping for you to have a happy, creative, and productive life in a world full of challenges. Many patients need to verbalize their fears to be able to look at their situation from multiple perspectives. You can face the irrational aspects of worrisome thoughts. We can consider your prior coping mechanisms, to be replaced by more adaptive coping tools. Let's think of your life today and forward, accepting yourself more, and understanding how to deal with others.

Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-tn
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-tn

Living can often land you on a different course than the one you expected. There are moments in life when you feel lost and unsure where you took a wrong turn. Maybe you’ve been feeling down or worried but are hesitant to bring it up to family and friends out of fear of burdening them. In these moments, it's important to have a space where you are safe to be yourself, a place to remind you that where you are at is not who you are.
Living can often land you on a different course than the one you expected. There are moments in life when you feel lost and unsure where you took a wrong turn. Maybe you’ve been feeling down or worried but are hesitant to bring it up to family and friends out of fear of burdening them. In these moments, it's important to have a space where you are safe to be yourself, a place to remind you that where you are at is not who you are.

Curtis Laurence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Currently accepting new clients. We all face life circumstances that test our faith and resilience, and sometimes we need someone to talk to who can listen and also provide helpful insight and feedback.
Currently accepting new clients. We all face life circumstances that test our faith and resilience, and sometimes we need someone to talk to who can listen and also provide helpful insight and feedback.

Westlakehills My approach to therapy is to work on the present to build the future. We can't change difficult situations of the past that control us, but we can work together to better understand and resolve them.
Westlakehills My approach to therapy is to work on the present to build the future. We can't change difficult situations of the past that control us, but we can work together to better understand and resolve them.

I work with young adults navigating the challenges of this stage of life—whether it’s managing anxiety, building self-esteem, regulating emotions, understanding ADHD, addressing substance use, or navigating major life transitions. My approach is warm, compassionate, and incorporates humor and creativity to create a non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences and uncover your unique strengths. Therapy with me is collaborative and holistic. Together, we’ll work on building self-compassion, overcoming negative self-beliefs, and finding balance so you can feel more grounded, confident, and at peace with yourself.
I work with young adults navigating the challenges of this stage of life—whether it’s managing anxiety, building self-esteem, regulating emotions, understanding ADHD, addressing substance use, or navigating major life transitions. My approach is warm, compassionate, and incorporates humor and creativity to create a non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences and uncover your unique strengths. Therapy with me is collaborative and holistic. Together, we’ll work on building self-compassion, overcoming negative self-beliefs, and finding balance so you can feel more grounded, confident, and at peace with yourself.

My strengths work well with clients who were the truth-tellers in their families. Like the boy in “The Emperor Has No Clothes,” you probably experienced a lot of blowback for pointing out the obvious and uncomfortable. Maybe you came to doubt your own experience and wisdom. Over time you may have lost touch with those gifts, resulting in understandable confusion and coping skills that just aren't working anymore (symptoms). You came in this world authentically yourself, let's go find them! I offer a free 15 minute consultation so you can feel comfortable before making your first appointment.
My strengths work well with clients who were the truth-tellers in their families. Like the boy in “The Emperor Has No Clothes,” you probably experienced a lot of blowback for pointing out the obvious and uncomfortable. Maybe you came to doubt your own experience and wisdom. Over time you may have lost touch with those gifts, resulting in understandable confusion and coping skills that just aren't working anymore (symptoms). You came in this world authentically yourself, let's go find them! I offer a free 15 minute consultation so you can feel comfortable before making your first appointment.

Counseling can be a hard journey to leap into and I’m glad you are here exploring your options. It may be somewhat uncomfortable to initially share details of your life with someone you are just getting to know, but I hope to be able to create a safe space that welcomes honesty. Progress towards our goals is not always linear, and that’s ok! It’s part of what makes us beautifully flawed and human - progress goes in every direction and in all kinds of paces. It's uniquely your goal and your progress with it, no right or wrong, the value is in the journey and experience that makes us learn and grow.
Counseling can be a hard journey to leap into and I’m glad you are here exploring your options. It may be somewhat uncomfortable to initially share details of your life with someone you are just getting to know, but I hope to be able to create a safe space that welcomes honesty. Progress towards our goals is not always linear, and that’s ok! It’s part of what makes us beautifully flawed and human - progress goes in every direction and in all kinds of paces. It's uniquely your goal and your progress with it, no right or wrong, the value is in the journey and experience that makes us learn and grow.

Kathryn Garland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I am a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist as well as certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor, who incorporates relational and intuitive methods in order to create a safe space and working alliance. I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relational wounds, as well as disordered eating and body image issues. Therapy is a collaborative exploration that requires both curiosity and trust. In working together, we will examine barriers to growth, difficulty with transitions, and overcoming fears, in order to facilitate lasting change.
I am a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist as well as certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor, who incorporates relational and intuitive methods in order to create a safe space and working alliance. I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relational wounds, as well as disordered eating and body image issues. Therapy is a collaborative exploration that requires both curiosity and trust. In working together, we will examine barriers to growth, difficulty with transitions, and overcoming fears, in order to facilitate lasting change.

I offer support through the combination of evidence-based practices and warm, authentic connection. I use a collaborative and holistic approach to tailor the therapeutic process to your specific needs. Is a recent or past trauma is manifesting in ways that interfere with your ability to live a life of wellness? Are you acting or reacting in ways that are incongruent with your authentic self? Are you having trouble connecting to yourself or others, or struggling to maintain sustainable relationships? Do you simply want a mental health professional to walk with you through life’s many challenges and complexities?
I offer support through the combination of evidence-based practices and warm, authentic connection. I use a collaborative and holistic approach to tailor the therapeutic process to your specific needs. Is a recent or past trauma is manifesting in ways that interfere with your ability to live a life of wellness? Are you acting or reacting in ways that are incongruent with your authentic self? Are you having trouble connecting to yourself or others, or struggling to maintain sustainable relationships? Do you simply want a mental health professional to walk with you through life’s many challenges and complexities?
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I am a bilingual therapist (fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin) licensed in both Texas and New Jersey. I specialize in supporting individuals, parents, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges, including trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, and relationship issues. My primary focus is to create a non-judgmental, compassionate, safe, and inclusive space for all my clients, and I am deeply committed to supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am particularly attuned to the impact of culture and trauma on one’s experiences.
I am a bilingual therapist (fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin) licensed in both Texas and New Jersey. I specialize in supporting individuals, parents, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges, including trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, and relationship issues. My primary focus is to create a non-judgmental, compassionate, safe, and inclusive space for all my clients, and I am deeply committed to supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am particularly attuned to the impact of culture and trauma on one’s experiences.

My approach is welcoming to men/boys and skeptics who have an aversion to therapy with humor. I am a great fit for those not afraid to think outside the box and I am inclusive of the unique needs of neurodiverse individuals, LGBTQIA+, or the chronically misunderstood. Whether you are stressed, feeling stuck, or noticing road rage and other miscommunications, I am capable to ‘meet you where you are’ and find solutions that are achievable.
My approach is welcoming to men/boys and skeptics who have an aversion to therapy with humor. I am a great fit for those not afraid to think outside the box and I am inclusive of the unique needs of neurodiverse individuals, LGBTQIA+, or the chronically misunderstood. Whether you are stressed, feeling stuck, or noticing road rage and other miscommunications, I am capable to ‘meet you where you are’ and find solutions that are achievable.

Esmeralda L Hoang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Trauma changes us, whether we know it or not, it creates new pathways in our brain that attempt to continue protecting us even when danger has passed. Many of us continue to use trauma responses in everyday life even though they are no longer necessary nor effective. Trauma may be showing up for you as anxiety, anger outbursts or short fuse, sadness, as a difficulty in connecting with others or difficulty adjusting to changes in your life. Together we will work on discovering new pathways to coping with everyday life while also acknowledging the traumatic events, however small or big, that changed you.
Trauma changes us, whether we know it or not, it creates new pathways in our brain that attempt to continue protecting us even when danger has passed. Many of us continue to use trauma responses in everyday life even though they are no longer necessary nor effective. Trauma may be showing up for you as anxiety, anger outbursts or short fuse, sadness, as a difficulty in connecting with others or difficulty adjusting to changes in your life. Together we will work on discovering new pathways to coping with everyday life while also acknowledging the traumatic events, however small or big, that changed you.

Meredith McNamee
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
24 Endorsed
Online Only
Do intrusive thoughts & compulsive behaviors prevent you from fully engaging in your life? Are you tired of the endless cycle of emotional eating, calorie counting, and the exhausting pursuit of the 'perfect' body? Are you desperate for a sense of control and peace? You're in the right place. I specialize in guiding individuals struggling with OCD, disordered eating, and anxiety to reclaim control of their life and find a way forward. In my welcoming and judgment-free space, you'll have the opportunity to share your story, allowing us to collaboratively explore avenues for healing and change.
Do intrusive thoughts & compulsive behaviors prevent you from fully engaging in your life? Are you tired of the endless cycle of emotional eating, calorie counting, and the exhausting pursuit of the 'perfect' body? Are you desperate for a sense of control and peace? You're in the right place. I specialize in guiding individuals struggling with OCD, disordered eating, and anxiety to reclaim control of their life and find a way forward. In my welcoming and judgment-free space, you'll have the opportunity to share your story, allowing us to collaboratively explore avenues for healing and change.

I specialize in working with stress, anxiety disorders, women's issues, and trauma. I believe that through self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-love we can strengthen and grow the relationships in our lives and within ourselves. You may be struggling with issues related to relationships, confidence, anxiety, or major life changes. I am passionate about helping women navigate the most important relationships in their lives. I understand that the patterns are wired so deep in our nervous system that even when we consciously want to change how we show up it can feel impossible. The psychedelic experience allows you to uncover.
I specialize in working with stress, anxiety disorders, women's issues, and trauma. I believe that through self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-love we can strengthen and grow the relationships in our lives and within ourselves. You may be struggling with issues related to relationships, confidence, anxiety, or major life changes. I am passionate about helping women navigate the most important relationships in their lives. I understand that the patterns are wired so deep in our nervous system that even when we consciously want to change how we show up it can feel impossible. The psychedelic experience allows you to uncover.

I have been counseling children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds and cultures for over twenty years. I have experience with a wide variety of mood disorders and life issues. Every client is unique and no two individuals share the same experiences. My approach is to tailor my interventions and treatment to my clients individual needs. In my free time, I enjoy being in nature, reading, and traveling. My favorite empowering quote is, "New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.
I have been counseling children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds and cultures for over twenty years. I have experience with a wide variety of mood disorders and life issues. Every client is unique and no two individuals share the same experiences. My approach is to tailor my interventions and treatment to my clients individual needs. In my free time, I enjoy being in nature, reading, and traveling. My favorite empowering quote is, "New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.

I understand that finding a therapist who you can trust and feel comfortable with is important. I am easy to talk to and offer a warm, relaxed, and non judgmental environment where you can speak honestly and confidentially about any issues you may be having in your life. My role as a therapist is to help you both explore opportunities for growth and change and to look for barriers that might be getting in the way.
I understand that finding a therapist who you can trust and feel comfortable with is important. I am easy to talk to and offer a warm, relaxed, and non judgmental environment where you can speak honestly and confidentially about any issues you may be having in your life. My role as a therapist is to help you both explore opportunities for growth and change and to look for barriers that might be getting in the way.

Pain, mental suffering, and relational anguish are a part of life. The question is, what are these experiences saying for you? Desire might be inhibited, hidden by anxiety, or revealed through a symptom, but living without it seems impossible. Psychoanalysis is the process of finding out how to live with what cannot be lived without.
Pain, mental suffering, and relational anguish are a part of life. The question is, what are these experiences saying for you? Desire might be inhibited, hidden by anxiety, or revealed through a symptom, but living without it seems impossible. Psychoanalysis is the process of finding out how to live with what cannot be lived without.

Austin Counseling and Nutrition
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Are you struggling with relationships, food and body, life transitions, or trauma? Living with difficult thoughts and feelings can feel unbearable at times. These struggles can feel like they take over your whole life. You don't have to live with crushing anxiety. You don't have to hide from the world because you feel depressed. Austin Counseling and Nutrition can help you on your journey to learn to trust yourself and/or your body. You can be liberated from your pain and wounds so that you can live a full life. We have clinicians who specializing in couples counseling, family therapy, kids, teens, eating disorders and trauma.
Are you struggling with relationships, food and body, life transitions, or trauma? Living with difficult thoughts and feelings can feel unbearable at times. These struggles can feel like they take over your whole life. You don't have to live with crushing anxiety. You don't have to hide from the world because you feel depressed. Austin Counseling and Nutrition can help you on your journey to learn to trust yourself and/or your body. You can be liberated from your pain and wounds so that you can live a full life. We have clinicians who specializing in couples counseling, family therapy, kids, teens, eating disorders and trauma.
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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 |
87% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Stress |
68% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
87% | Aetna |
70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
67% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Austin, TX see their clients
51% | In Person and Online | |
49% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | 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.