Therapists in South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Hi! I'm Jessica, a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist based in Austin, Texas. For the past 8 years, I've been dedicated to supporting individuals and their families in crisis across Texas, particularly those in underserved communities who often face significant barriers to mental health care. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. I believe trauma is stored in the body and revealed in relationships and being strong is exhausting. It's time to stop walking on eggshells, push yourself out of your comfort zone, and heal!
Hi! I'm Jessica, a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist based in Austin, Texas. For the past 8 years, I've been dedicated to supporting individuals and their families in crisis across Texas, particularly those in underserved communities who often face significant barriers to mental health care. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. I believe trauma is stored in the body and revealed in relationships and being strong is exhausting. It's time to stop walking on eggshells, push yourself out of your comfort zone, and heal!
JoVonna Carter, LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with years of experience serving preteens, teens and adults. My approach is a direct and solution-focused approach to change. My goal is to help you discover viable solutions to day to day problems and to achieve meaningful results in the shortest amount of time possible. Being a highly personable counselor, I will meet you where you are and will provide you with the support and tools you need to make necessary adjustments in your life to achieve results quickly.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with years of experience serving preteens, teens and adults. My approach is a direct and solution-focused approach to change. My goal is to help you discover viable solutions to day to day problems and to achieve meaningful results in the shortest amount of time possible. Being a highly personable counselor, I will meet you where you are and will provide you with the support and tools you need to make necessary adjustments in your life to achieve results quickly.
Every person’s journey is one that is filled with unique experiences and understandings, so it’s important to me to strive to create a space that is inclusive and affirming to all identities and maintains perspective on the intersections of identity such as race, religion/spiritual practice, gender identity, sexual orientation, body size, ability, and more. I believe that every person has their own unique strengths and resources and holds the ability to tap into them.
Every person’s journey is one that is filled with unique experiences and understandings, so it’s important to me to strive to create a space that is inclusive and affirming to all identities and maintains perspective on the intersections of identity such as race, religion/spiritual practice, gender identity, sexual orientation, body size, ability, and more. I believe that every person has their own unique strengths and resources and holds the ability to tap into them.
Alisa Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
Angela Funke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTS
Verified Verified
South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745
I work primarily from an blend of psychodynamic and experiential viewpoints. In this structure, therapy is primarily aimed at helping clients become aware of and make productive use of deeper thoughts and feelings under the surface. As humans, over the years we suppress and manage our emotions in order to cope with everyday life, however, it is only when we acknowledge and express these emotions, that we can rediscover a passion for life.
I work primarily from an blend of psychodynamic and experiential viewpoints. In this structure, therapy is primarily aimed at helping clients become aware of and make productive use of deeper thoughts and feelings under the surface. As humans, over the years we suppress and manage our emotions in order to cope with everyday life, however, it is only when we acknowledge and express these emotions, that we can rediscover a passion for life.
Do you feel disappointed about where you are in life? Maybe you want to feel happier, healthier, or more fulfilled? Maybe you feel stuck and want to change, or just need someone to talk to. If that feels true to your experience, I would love to help you. My counseling style is supportive, honest, and aims to help you reach the vision you have for your life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, sexual issues, break-ups, identity issues, and stress management. My aim is to help you find solutions, relief, and to feel better quickly. Call or email me if you'd like to take the next steps of your healing journey together.
Do you feel disappointed about where you are in life? Maybe you want to feel happier, healthier, or more fulfilled? Maybe you feel stuck and want to change, or just need someone to talk to. If that feels true to your experience, I would love to help you. My counseling style is supportive, honest, and aims to help you reach the vision you have for your life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, sexual issues, break-ups, identity issues, and stress management. My aim is to help you find solutions, relief, and to feel better quickly. Call or email me if you'd like to take the next steps of your healing journey together.
Hi, I'm Sarah. Maybe you feel stuck right now. Maybe things feel hard and you're just not sure what to do. Maybe you've noticed unresolved feelings, or big feelings, coming back again and again. Maybe you feel stuck in a relationship, a season in your life, or your identity. Maybe it feels like things might always feel this way. Clients that I work with are curious about their experiences. Whether it's noticing past patterns, current feelings, or experimenting with doing something different, the clients that I see often want to understand more about themselves, to show up for themselves in ways they hope to be.
Hi, I'm Sarah. Maybe you feel stuck right now. Maybe things feel hard and you're just not sure what to do. Maybe you've noticed unresolved feelings, or big feelings, coming back again and again. Maybe you feel stuck in a relationship, a season in your life, or your identity. Maybe it feels like things might always feel this way. Clients that I work with are curious about their experiences. Whether it's noticing past patterns, current feelings, or experimenting with doing something different, the clients that I see often want to understand more about themselves, to show up for themselves in ways they hope to be.
I’m passionate about working with people from all backgrounds and am especially committed to supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. My focus is on helping individuals healing from trauma, managing anxiety and depression, coping with chronic illness, grief healing, exploring gender identity, and improving relationships! I’m also here for those seeking guidance with education and career paths. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel seen, heard, and supported as we explore and move towards your goals.
I’m passionate about working with people from all backgrounds and am especially committed to supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. My focus is on helping individuals healing from trauma, managing anxiety and depression, coping with chronic illness, grief healing, exploring gender identity, and improving relationships! I’m also here for those seeking guidance with education and career paths. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel seen, heard, and supported as we explore and move towards your goals.
I am a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a practicing Family Nurse Practitioner (at Pride Family Medicine), committed to the well-being of others. My passion for mental health care has driven me to specialize in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), a potentially transformative therapy. I believe in meeting people where they are in life, understanding their unique circumstances, and collaboratively exploring pathways for healing. I am an inclusive, non-judgmental, LGBTQ+ ally.
I am a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a practicing Family Nurse Practitioner (at Pride Family Medicine), committed to the well-being of others. My passion for mental health care has driven me to specialize in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), a potentially transformative therapy. I believe in meeting people where they are in life, understanding their unique circumstances, and collaboratively exploring pathways for healing. I am an inclusive, non-judgmental, LGBTQ+ ally.
Cyndi Collen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW-S, CMHIMP, CKYT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745
If you are having a hard time coping with the ups and downs in your life or have chronic feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, shut down, stuck, over-thinking or stressed, psychotherapy with me can help soften the intensity and lessen the duration of unpleasant episodes. Whether these challenges are new, pre-existing or a result of recent or previous trauma(s), I understand the need to feel better, to feel better equipped to make hard decisions, to put up a boundary while not losing valued relationships, and to understand what is happening within you and why .
If you are having a hard time coping with the ups and downs in your life or have chronic feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, shut down, stuck, over-thinking or stressed, psychotherapy with me can help soften the intensity and lessen the duration of unpleasant episodes. Whether these challenges are new, pre-existing or a result of recent or previous trauma(s), I understand the need to feel better, to feel better equipped to make hard decisions, to put up a boundary while not losing valued relationships, and to understand what is happening within you and why .
Austin Trauma Therapy Center/ Diana Anzaldua
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, TCYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745
Austin Trauma Therapy Center understands the ranges of psychotherapeutic approaches in use today and will integrate them as necessary. Often people struggle with utilizing unhealthy, adaptive coping skills to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders. We can assist you with identifying strategies that will work for you to identify and modify maladaptive patterns that no longer serve you. Austin Trauma Therapy Center remains flexible, open and non-judgmental in an effort to cater to your unique needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. Our approach is to meet you where you are in an authentic way.
Austin Trauma Therapy Center understands the ranges of psychotherapeutic approaches in use today and will integrate them as necessary. Often people struggle with utilizing unhealthy, adaptive coping skills to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders. We can assist you with identifying strategies that will work for you to identify and modify maladaptive patterns that no longer serve you. Austin Trauma Therapy Center remains flexible, open and non-judgmental in an effort to cater to your unique needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. Our approach is to meet you where you are in an authentic way.
Online Therapists
Ashley Rosenstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome to your journey towards healing and growth! We can work together to process life challenges, learn new coping skills, and come up with a plan to help you improve the areas of life you want to live more fully. Whether you are wanting to manage challenging emotions, process trauma, need help navigating life transitions, or just wanting to learn how to be the best version of you, with counseling I can help you work towards your goals.
Welcome to your journey towards healing and growth! We can work together to process life challenges, learn new coping skills, and come up with a plan to help you improve the areas of life you want to live more fully. Whether you are wanting to manage challenging emotions, process trauma, need help navigating life transitions, or just wanting to learn how to be the best version of you, with counseling I can help you work towards your goals.
Melissa Bing
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Hello! My name is Melissa & I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, Supervised by Diana Garza-Louis, LPC-S, LMFT-S. In my practice I see children & adolescents, and I believe the most important thing is to establish a trusting relationship with clients. I believe that change can’t happen unless safety & security are established first. My goal for each session is to bring authenticity to the playroom & create a safe space for each child to learn how to trust their own inner wisdom, strength, & gain confidence. Through compassion, humor, and encouragement, I create a supportive environment for a therapeutic healing process.
Hello! My name is Melissa & I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, Supervised by Diana Garza-Louis, LPC-S, LMFT-S. In my practice I see children & adolescents, and I believe the most important thing is to establish a trusting relationship with clients. I believe that change can’t happen unless safety & security are established first. My goal for each session is to bring authenticity to the playroom & create a safe space for each child to learn how to trust their own inner wisdom, strength, & gain confidence. Through compassion, humor, and encouragement, I create a supportive environment for a therapeutic healing process.
When you feel overwhelmed or need help to evaluate your coping skills, therapy can be an effective option. Let me partner with you to help discover a path to improved mental health. Building therapeutic relationships with clients so that they can cope with the difficulties of life is an important goal for me. I have worked with clients with anxiety, anger management, grief, behavior issues, and depression. I can also assist people needing career counseling. Let's begin the healing process. If you are ready to engage in meaningful and positive change, contact me.
When you feel overwhelmed or need help to evaluate your coping skills, therapy can be an effective option. Let me partner with you to help discover a path to improved mental health. Building therapeutic relationships with clients so that they can cope with the difficulties of life is an important goal for me. I have worked with clients with anxiety, anger management, grief, behavior issues, and depression. I can also assist people needing career counseling. Let's begin the healing process. If you are ready to engage in meaningful and positive change, contact me.
My mission is to empower all those I serve to achieve their most fulfilling life. I provide strength-based, trauma-informed, & client-centered services to adults, adolescents, couples, & families. If you are seeking support in any of the following areas, I can help: anxiety • depression • loneliness • grief • trauma • relational challenges • ocd • adhd • career challenges • substance use • family issues • technology dependence • chronic pain • work-life balance • processing difficult moods & emotions • resilience • communication • acceptance (of self & others) • healthy boundaries. I work with you to create individualized goals.
My mission is to empower all those I serve to achieve their most fulfilling life. I provide strength-based, trauma-informed, & client-centered services to adults, adolescents, couples, & families. If you are seeking support in any of the following areas, I can help: anxiety • depression • loneliness • grief • trauma • relational challenges • ocd • adhd • career challenges • substance use • family issues • technology dependence • chronic pain • work-life balance • processing difficult moods & emotions • resilience • communication • acceptance (of self & others) • healthy boundaries. I work with you to create individualized goals.
I've focused my practice on substance use issues and addictive problems in people lives. For years I worked with women in eating disorders treatment utilizing an addictions model. Later I focused on men, and substance use disorders. Problems can stem from using drugs as an unproductive coping skill to a deeper more physiologically based problem. Our first job together is to find what your specific problem looks like and then find a way forward that's suited to your needs. In addition I also offer services evaluating clients for Substance Use Disorders in Family Law and Criminal cases.
I've focused my practice on substance use issues and addictive problems in people lives. For years I worked with women in eating disorders treatment utilizing an addictions model. Later I focused on men, and substance use disorders. Problems can stem from using drugs as an unproductive coping skill to a deeper more physiologically based problem. Our first job together is to find what your specific problem looks like and then find a way forward that's suited to your needs. In addition I also offer services evaluating clients for Substance Use Disorders in Family Law and Criminal cases.
John Hurst is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2003. He has a BS in Psychology from University of Florida and an MS in Counseling from Albizu University (Miami Campus). Over his career John has been able to build strong, genuine relationships with his clients in the therapeutic setting by offering safety and earning trust through listening, understanding, connecting, and showing unconditional positive regard. People have stories to tell, and those stories can be difficult, harsh, and often traumatic.
John Hurst is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2003. He has a BS in Psychology from University of Florida and an MS in Counseling from Albizu University (Miami Campus). Over his career John has been able to build strong, genuine relationships with his clients in the therapeutic setting by offering safety and earning trust through listening, understanding, connecting, and showing unconditional positive regard. People have stories to tell, and those stories can be difficult, harsh, and often traumatic.
My ideal client is one that feels a mind and body disconnect and is motivated to learn and implement a gentle breathwork and grounding practice as part of their therapy. This along with rational emotive therapy and mindfulness are the primary modalities I utilize.
My ideal client is one that feels a mind and body disconnect and is motivated to learn and implement a gentle breathwork and grounding practice as part of their therapy. This along with rational emotive therapy and mindfulness are the primary modalities I utilize.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, struggling to deal with intrusive thoughts and anxiety, or have unresolved past traumas that affect your ability to cope in the present. Maybe you feel like there is only a thin skin between you and the world, and distinguishing your needs from others’ desires while setting healthy boundaries in relationships can be challenging. Whatever your experience might be, I’m here with you to uncover more safety, ease and joy in areas that have felt blocked, so your authentic self can emerge.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, struggling to deal with intrusive thoughts and anxiety, or have unresolved past traumas that affect your ability to cope in the present. Maybe you feel like there is only a thin skin between you and the world, and distinguishing your needs from others’ desires while setting healthy boundaries in relationships can be challenging. Whatever your experience might be, I’m here with you to uncover more safety, ease and joy in areas that have felt blocked, so your authentic self can emerge.
Perhaps you are coming to therapy wanting to “feel better,” and have gotten stuck in the understandable patterns of trying to get rid of different distressing symptoms. And yet, as most of us who have repeatedly tried and eventually realized, these internal experiences are not easily controlled. Thus, I view therapy as actually “getting better at feeling”—whatever those internal experiences may be—in service of working through and disentangling from them. In changing your relationship with these internal experiences, as well as adjusting your responses to them, you can break out of the cycles that are no longer working for you.
Perhaps you are coming to therapy wanting to “feel better,” and have gotten stuck in the understandable patterns of trying to get rid of different distressing symptoms. And yet, as most of us who have repeatedly tried and eventually realized, these internal experiences are not easily controlled. Thus, I view therapy as actually “getting better at feeling”—whatever those internal experiences may be—in service of working through and disentangling from them. In changing your relationship with these internal experiences, as well as adjusting your responses to them, you can break out of the cycles that are no longer working for you.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
10+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in South Congress Ave, Austin, TX who prioritize treating:
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
91% | Anxiety |
82% | Relationship Issues |
82% | Depression |
73% | Self Esteem |
73% | Stress |
64% | Parenting |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
100% | Optum |
67% | Aetna |
How Therapists in South Congress Ave, Austin, TX see their clients
55% | In Person and Online | |
45% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
91% | Female | |
9% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in South Congress Ave, 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.