Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Austin, TX

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Jess Paul Ambiee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Our well-being is a unique and evolving journey, and building a supportive therapeutic alliance can lead us towards more balance and fulfillment. With over ten years of experience, I’ve supported individuals navigating life transitions, meeting wellness goals, those living with mild cognitive impairment, caregivers for loved ones in all stages of dementia, and supporting persons through grief and loss.
Our well-being is a unique and evolving journey, and building a supportive therapeutic alliance can lead us towards more balance and fulfillment. With over ten years of experience, I’ve supported individuals navigating life transitions, meeting wellness goals, those living with mild cognitive impairment, caregivers for loved ones in all stages of dementia, and supporting persons through grief and loss.
(737) 340-5973 View (737) 340-5973
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Patricia Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If it feels like intense emotions run your life leaving you overwhelmed or disconnected from your true self then you’re not alone. My clients are seeking a space where they can explore their emotions without judgment and at their own pace. They want more control over their lives, clear boundaries, and to break free from unhelpful patterns. When we work together you'll build self-awareness, healthier coping skills, and a reconnection with yourself. You'll find more emotional freedom, confidence, and balance.
If it feels like intense emotions run your life leaving you overwhelmed or disconnected from your true self then you’re not alone. My clients are seeking a space where they can explore their emotions without judgment and at their own pace. They want more control over their lives, clear boundaries, and to break free from unhelpful patterns. When we work together you'll build self-awareness, healthier coping skills, and a reconnection with yourself. You'll find more emotional freedom, confidence, and balance.
(469) 972-5138 View (469) 972-5138
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Elise Keoghan
Licensed Professional Counselor, CEDS, MA
Austin, TX 78705
I am licensed in Texas, Virginia (virtual), Washington State (virtual), and Florida (virtual). I provide athletes a place of understanding support to work through issues such as eating concerns, body image, anxiety, depression, injury, post-sports career, relationships, substance use, or traumatic events. Athletes devote tremendous time and energy to physical training, and I believe intentionality with mental health is just as important for improving quality of life, and for improved sports performance.
I am licensed in Texas, Virginia (virtual), Washington State (virtual), and Florida (virtual). I provide athletes a place of understanding support to work through issues such as eating concerns, body image, anxiety, depression, injury, post-sports career, relationships, substance use, or traumatic events. Athletes devote tremendous time and energy to physical training, and I believe intentionality with mental health is just as important for improving quality of life, and for improved sports performance.
(512) 337-1254 View (512) 337-1254
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Hannah Milne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Hi there! My name is Hannah and I am LCSW and an LCDC. I am committed to creating a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help empower them to achieve their goals. I believe that everyone is doing the best they can, and that through work in therapy we have the capacity to learn how to have our needs met in healthier and more effective ways. We all have learned maladaptive coping skills, and we are capable of learning new ways to cope and interact with the world.
Hi there! My name is Hannah and I am LCSW and an LCDC. I am committed to creating a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help empower them to achieve their goals. I believe that everyone is doing the best they can, and that through work in therapy we have the capacity to learn how to have our needs met in healthier and more effective ways. We all have learned maladaptive coping skills, and we are capable of learning new ways to cope and interact with the world.
(512) 488-5676 View (512) 488-5676
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Sarah Kourouma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Austin, TX 78756
The journey to self-discovery is not an easy process. At certain periods we all need support to help uncover and heal the layers within us. My goal is to empower you in finding your true self and live a life that is authentic and genuine. We will work together to better understand your emotions, which will enable you to create healthier coping strategies that will lead to a life that is more in sync with the person you want to be. Our work together will focus on your internal world and the ways in which it supports you and the ways it may be holding you back. Understanding ourselves is a lifelong process.
The journey to self-discovery is not an easy process. At certain periods we all need support to help uncover and heal the layers within us. My goal is to empower you in finding your true self and live a life that is authentic and genuine. We will work together to better understand your emotions, which will enable you to create healthier coping strategies that will lead to a life that is more in sync with the person you want to be. Our work together will focus on your internal world and the ways in which it supports you and the ways it may be holding you back. Understanding ourselves is a lifelong process.
(512) 872-5743 View (512) 872-5743
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Jordan Dell
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Dr. Dell provides compassionate, person-centered care, supporting patients through both the expected and unexpected challenges that life can bring. She enjoys working with individuals across the lifespan and has a special passion for supporting adolescents during this important stage of growth and self-discovery. Dr. Dell is trained in evidence-based therapies to help individuals struggling with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression. She also has a distinct interest in working with patients experiencing Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (FNSD) and related concerns.
Dr. Dell provides compassionate, person-centered care, supporting patients through both the expected and unexpected challenges that life can bring. She enjoys working with individuals across the lifespan and has a special passion for supporting adolescents during this important stage of growth and self-discovery. Dr. Dell is trained in evidence-based therapies to help individuals struggling with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression. She also has a distinct interest in working with patients experiencing Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (FNSD) and related concerns.
(737) 232-7594 View (737) 232-7594
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Alexandra Jordan
LPC Associate, MA, NCC, LCDC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy uses mindfulness and values to promote a meaningful life.
Life keeps piling on. Stress, miscommunication, emotional distance - it’s wearing you out. You’re stuck in the same conversations that go nowhere, leaving you and your partner feeling more disconnected and frustrated. The anxiety and overwhelm creep in fast, and suddenly, it all feels too much to carry alone. You're tired of relationship issues draining your energy, exhausted from the constant effort. Our clients are those who are ready to move past the overwhelm and build deeper, more meaningful connections—with themselves and the people they care about. We're here to help.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy uses mindfulness and values to promote a meaningful life.
Life keeps piling on. Stress, miscommunication, emotional distance - it’s wearing you out. You’re stuck in the same conversations that go nowhere, leaving you and your partner feeling more disconnected and frustrated. The anxiety and overwhelm creep in fast, and suddenly, it all feels too much to carry alone. You're tired of relationship issues draining your energy, exhausted from the constant effort. Our clients are those who are ready to move past the overwhelm and build deeper, more meaningful connections—with themselves and the people they care about. We're here to help.
(940) 283-0462 View (940) 283-0462
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Dr. Kristie Engel
Psychologist, PhD
Austin, TX 78738
Is your child struggling? Children, teens and their parents face unprecedented challenges in today's rapidly changing world. Anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, attention problems, school stress, difficult relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, mental illness and other experiences compound the inherent challenges of growing up. You and your child may feel discouraged and alone braving these challenges yet experiencing challenges is universal and affirms our connection to each other. How different would life be if we instinctively embraced this truth and reached out for connection to grow through challenges together?
Is your child struggling? Children, teens and their parents face unprecedented challenges in today's rapidly changing world. Anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, attention problems, school stress, difficult relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, mental illness and other experiences compound the inherent challenges of growing up. You and your child may feel discouraged and alone braving these challenges yet experiencing challenges is universal and affirms our connection to each other. How different would life be if we instinctively embraced this truth and reached out for connection to grow through challenges together?
(512) 549-2903 View (512) 549-2903
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Morgan Schneider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78705
I use an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
I specialize in working with young adults navigating identity development and life transitions. This phase of life is full of exploration—breaking out from family expectations, embracing trial and error, and finding a path toward differentiation and self-actualization. Whether you're outgoing and seeking deeper authenticity or you're someone who feels stuck in a box and wants to break free, I provide a space where you can explore without judgment. I take a deeply relational approach to therapy, meeting you exactly where you are. Growth doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through relationships, including the one built in therapy!
I use an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
I specialize in working with young adults navigating identity development and life transitions. This phase of life is full of exploration—breaking out from family expectations, embracing trial and error, and finding a path toward differentiation and self-actualization. Whether you're outgoing and seeking deeper authenticity or you're someone who feels stuck in a box and wants to break free, I provide a space where you can explore without judgment. I take a deeply relational approach to therapy, meeting you exactly where you are. Growth doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through relationships, including the one built in therapy!
(737) 214-6806 View (737) 214-6806
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Marie Caccavale
LPC-Associate, MS
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
Accepting new clients starting 1/15. Hi, I’m Marie, and I’m really glad you found me. I’m here for the ones who’ve always felt a little different, a little out of place, the “oddballs” who don’t see themselves reflected in the world around them. Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, and I’m not going to pretend it is. But just because it’s hard doesn’t mean you’re powerless or going to feel this way forever. My goal is to help you find your power by showing you that you can still grow despite the challenges you face. I want to help you believe in the possibility of happiness again, even if you’re not sure what that looks like.
Accepting new clients starting 1/15. Hi, I’m Marie, and I’m really glad you found me. I’m here for the ones who’ve always felt a little different, a little out of place, the “oddballs” who don’t see themselves reflected in the world around them. Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, and I’m not going to pretend it is. But just because it’s hard doesn’t mean you’re powerless or going to feel this way forever. My goal is to help you find your power by showing you that you can still grow despite the challenges you face. I want to help you believe in the possibility of happiness again, even if you’re not sure what that looks like.
(737) 276-0784 View (737) 276-0784
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Mirela Bitkowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Accepting New Clients - Whether you are going through a difficult time or looking for some support, I'm here to help you develop the necessary insights and tools you need to achieve clarity and healing. As a licensed psychotherapist, I believe that we can all benefit from learning more about ourselves in a safe, compassionate and collaborative environment. My goal is to help you create lasting change that supports a happier, more balanced, and fulfilling life.
Accepting New Clients - Whether you are going through a difficult time or looking for some support, I'm here to help you develop the necessary insights and tools you need to achieve clarity and healing. As a licensed psychotherapist, I believe that we can all benefit from learning more about ourselves in a safe, compassionate and collaborative environment. My goal is to help you create lasting change that supports a happier, more balanced, and fulfilling life.
(512) 399-3576 View (512) 399-3576
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Laura Wahlstrom
Psychologist, PhD
Austin, TX 78746
I also draw from my formal training in CBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing.
I work with high achievers/professionals who are struggling with life stressors, mental health issues, or both. Some reasons individuals commonly seek therapy with me are relationship issues, work stress/burnout, difficulties balancing work and parenting, loneliness, lack of fulfillment, alcohol abuse, mood issues, and anxiety. Together we will identify clear goals, and implement skills and practical steps to help you move forward. My practice is structured for extra privacy and flexibility with treatment.
I also draw from my formal training in CBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing.
I work with high achievers/professionals who are struggling with life stressors, mental health issues, or both. Some reasons individuals commonly seek therapy with me are relationship issues, work stress/burnout, difficulties balancing work and parenting, loneliness, lack of fulfillment, alcohol abuse, mood issues, and anxiety. Together we will identify clear goals, and implement skills and practical steps to help you move forward. My practice is structured for extra privacy and flexibility with treatment.
(512) 521-1531 View (512) 521-1531
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Latosha Leonard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RYT, USAF, Veteran
Online Only
Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT)-a unique integrative therapy that blends science and mindfulness, I help you find clarity, healing, and inner peace.
I specialize in supporting women 35–60 through life transitions with an integrative, soul-centered approach.
Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT)-a unique integrative therapy that blends science and mindfulness, I help you find clarity, healing, and inner peace.
I specialize in supporting women 35–60 through life transitions with an integrative, soul-centered approach.
(737) 252-1728 View (737) 252-1728
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Colin Moss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
The life we live and the life we want do not always match up. Funny enough, life some times gets in the way of the life we want. I believe that we can live an authentic life with meaningful connections that makes suffering through hard stuff worth it. A person is more than their problems, thoughts, and feelings. I like to work with individuals on figuring out what kind of life they want, and how to persist through tough times to achieve it.
The life we live and the life we want do not always match up. Funny enough, life some times gets in the way of the life we want. I believe that we can live an authentic life with meaningful connections that makes suffering through hard stuff worth it. A person is more than their problems, thoughts, and feelings. I like to work with individuals on figuring out what kind of life they want, and how to persist through tough times to achieve it.
(737) 204-8094 View (737) 204-8094
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Kenneth Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and trauma-informed approaches.
My work is strengths-based which means we will work together to explore your resources, support systems, and innate aspects of your personality that can help you thrive. Therapy with me is accessible, and rooted in honoring your story. If you’re struggling, I want you to know: you’re not alone
I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and trauma-informed approaches.
My work is strengths-based which means we will work together to explore your resources, support systems, and innate aspects of your personality that can help you thrive. Therapy with me is accessible, and rooted in honoring your story. If you’re struggling, I want you to know: you’re not alone
(469) 902-2224 View (469) 902-2224
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Courtney Truitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night. You keep asking, "Why?" Perhaps you struggle with flashbacks, memories, or continue to relive distressing experiences. As a mental health and substance abuse therapist, I have extensive experience helping people struggling with complex trauma and PTSD overcome symptoms that hold them back. You are not the sum total of negative experiences in your life - you are so much more. And, you deserve to live life with less anger, worry, depression, and frustration.
Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night. You keep asking, "Why?" Perhaps you struggle with flashbacks, memories, or continue to relive distressing experiences. As a mental health and substance abuse therapist, I have extensive experience helping people struggling with complex trauma and PTSD overcome symptoms that hold them back. You are not the sum total of negative experiences in your life - you are so much more. And, you deserve to live life with less anger, worry, depression, and frustration.
(737) 315-3717 View (737) 315-3717
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Nicole Skotz
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78747
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and behavior analysis strategies in sessions.
I provide ADHD therapy for adults and teenagers, along with neurodiverse parent coaching and executive function coaching. I support neurodivergent individuals and their families navigating ADHD, ASD, anxiety, emotional regulation, motivation, and overwhelm. My approach is neuro-affirming, collaborative, and practical. Together, we work to better understand how your brain (or your child’s brain) works and build realistic strategies that fit real life. My goal is to help you move toward meaningful change in a way that feels sustainable and authentic.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and behavior analysis strategies in sessions.
I provide ADHD therapy for adults and teenagers, along with neurodiverse parent coaching and executive function coaching. I support neurodivergent individuals and their families navigating ADHD, ASD, anxiety, emotional regulation, motivation, and overwhelm. My approach is neuro-affirming, collaborative, and practical. Together, we work to better understand how your brain (or your child’s brain) works and build realistic strategies that fit real life. My goal is to help you move toward meaningful change in a way that feels sustainable and authentic.
(737) 520-7004 View (737) 520-7004
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Jaime Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Austin, TX 78758
My trainings and certifications include Mindfulness/Insight-based therapies, ACT, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, Metaphors of Movement, Provocative Changeworks, and NLP.
Hardly anybody I know aspires to be that average, center-of-the-bell-curve person. In different ways, we all deviate from the norm, which explains our own uniqueness. My aim as a therapist is to work with individuals, couples, triads, and families in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and "incurable deviance." By meeting you where you are, with who you are, in a way that makes best use of your unique strengths, hopes, dreams, and quirks, we can work together as client(s) and therapist to help you address your current challenges, get lots more of what you want, develop skills, transform, and explore new choices available to you.
My trainings and certifications include Mindfulness/Insight-based therapies, ACT, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, Metaphors of Movement, Provocative Changeworks, and NLP.
Hardly anybody I know aspires to be that average, center-of-the-bell-curve person. In different ways, we all deviate from the norm, which explains our own uniqueness. My aim as a therapist is to work with individuals, couples, triads, and families in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and "incurable deviance." By meeting you where you are, with who you are, in a way that makes best use of your unique strengths, hopes, dreams, and quirks, we can work together as client(s) and therapist to help you address your current challenges, get lots more of what you want, develop skills, transform, and explore new choices available to you.
(512) 872-2241 View (512) 872-2241
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Miranda M. Dooley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Austin, TX 78731
Are you feeling Stuck, Overwhelmed, or Disconnected? Do you keep pushing forward, doing what you’re supposed to, but lately, you’re running on empty. Maybe you struggle with self-doubt, perfectionism, or the pressure to keep it together. Do you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no, second-guessing your needs, or feeling exhausted from trying to meet everyone else’s expectations.
Are you feeling Stuck, Overwhelmed, or Disconnected? Do you keep pushing forward, doing what you’re supposed to, but lately, you’re running on empty. Maybe you struggle with self-doubt, perfectionism, or the pressure to keep it together. Do you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no, second-guessing your needs, or feeling exhausted from trying to meet everyone else’s expectations.
(512) 580-9892 View (512) 580-9892
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Dalia Hinojosa
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I love using ACT , DBT and Mindful Self Compassion in my work.
Hi, I’m Dalia. I'm a therapist, LPC, specializing in Eating Disorders, OCD and Anxiety. I'm here to meet you where you are, help you lean into your strengths and give you the tools you need to change your life. Therapy with me will be as unique as you are, and always research-backed and collaborative. Others have described my therapy style as compassionately direct, real and fun! I combine my unique life experiences and knowledge to provide an affirming space that makes room for the messy parts.
I love using ACT , DBT and Mindful Self Compassion in my work.
Hi, I’m Dalia. I'm a therapist, LPC, specializing in Eating Disorders, OCD and Anxiety. I'm here to meet you where you are, help you lean into your strengths and give you the tools you need to change your life. Therapy with me will be as unique as you are, and always research-backed and collaborative. Others have described my therapy style as compassionately direct, real and fun! I combine my unique life experiences and knowledge to provide an affirming space that makes room for the messy parts.
(512) 842-4251 View (512) 842-4251

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.