Therapists in West Campus, Austin, TX
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Gambling Recovery Center, Christopher W Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, ICGC-II, BACC
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
If you are struggling with gambling and/or sex addiction, or your long term addiction recovery, you've reached the right place.
If you are struggling with gambling and/or sex addiction, or your long term addiction recovery, you've reached the right place.
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Pivot Psychology Austin, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, LSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
Whether you are going through a difficult life transition, dealing with stress at home or work, struggling with pervasive mental health concerns, or simply want to know yourself better- we can help you mindfully navigate challenges and develop new perspectives and coping methods. We believe in the power of feeling seen and understood. We strive to meet you just as you are. Our approach integrates evidence-based practices into person-centered, individualized care.
Whether you are going through a difficult life transition, dealing with stress at home or work, struggling with pervasive mental health concerns, or simply want to know yourself better- we can help you mindfully navigate challenges and develop new perspectives and coping methods. We believe in the power of feeling seen and understood. We strive to meet you just as you are. Our approach integrates evidence-based practices into person-centered, individualized care.
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Ariel Cross
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78701 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I’m Ariel Cross, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma. My goal is to help individuals who struggle with OCD, anxiety, and other difficulties so they can live a healthier, happier life. I work well with individuals who are stressed out, burned out, and have been told they’re “Overthinkers.” My approach meshes well with people who identify as highly anxious but have difficulties with managing their symptoms. I work to create a sense of safety and comfort within session. It’s my goal to be as genuine and understanding as possible to create an area where a person feels comfortable talking about difficult problems.
I’m Ariel Cross, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma. My goal is to help individuals who struggle with OCD, anxiety, and other difficulties so they can live a healthier, happier life. I work well with individuals who are stressed out, burned out, and have been told they’re “Overthinkers.” My approach meshes well with people who identify as highly anxious but have difficulties with managing their symptoms. I work to create a sense of safety and comfort within session. It’s my goal to be as genuine and understanding as possible to create an area where a person feels comfortable talking about difficult problems.
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Bethany Kimbell LPC-Associate Supervised by Lauren Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
Bethany is here for the person who is finally ready to talk about 'the thing' they have been trying to hide from or push down. Bethany believes in tenderly entering into difficult parts of the client's story. She helps clients work through painful feelings & thoughts, instead of explaining them away, so that they can ultimately experience healing in their hurting places. Her main areas of focus include anxiety, emotional trauma, and relationship issues.
Bethany is here for the person who is finally ready to talk about 'the thing' they have been trying to hide from or push down. Bethany believes in tenderly entering into difficult parts of the client's story. She helps clients work through painful feelings & thoughts, instead of explaining them away, so that they can ultimately experience healing in their hurting places. Her main areas of focus include anxiety, emotional trauma, and relationship issues.
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Robert Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
I am committed to providing a safe and accepting environment where individuals and families can find help and hope while looking to make a change in their lives. I am a systems therapist who specializes in dealing with children, parents, couples, & family dynamics. I believe strongly that laughter is an effective tool and do my best to make therapy both fun and effective.
I am committed to providing a safe and accepting environment where individuals and families can find help and hope while looking to make a change in their lives. I am a systems therapist who specializes in dealing with children, parents, couples, & family dynamics. I believe strongly that laughter is an effective tool and do my best to make therapy both fun and effective.
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Fabian Armenta
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with couples and young adults who feel suffocated by anxious thoughts and overwhelmed by emotions. I especially enjoy helping individuals who are developing their racial or ethnic identities as well as interracial or multicultural couples work through the challenges of blending two cultures in marriage. I work with clients in both English and Spanish, helping them gain clarity to confidently live the life they choose. I know from my own path to wellness that my therapy experience has freed me to live with intention. I feel honored to walk alongside others as they move toward self-discovery and acceptance.
I specialize in working with couples and young adults who feel suffocated by anxious thoughts and overwhelmed by emotions. I especially enjoy helping individuals who are developing their racial or ethnic identities as well as interracial or multicultural couples work through the challenges of blending two cultures in marriage. I work with clients in both English and Spanish, helping them gain clarity to confidently live the life they choose. I know from my own path to wellness that my therapy experience has freed me to live with intention. I feel honored to walk alongside others as they move toward self-discovery and acceptance.
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Sophia Wang
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LPC-A, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
I specialize in working with individuals and couples through relationship issues, dating issues, infertility, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and life transitions. Oftentimes, my clients come to therapy feeling stuck or unheard in their relationships. I provide therapy that empowers you to use tools that form new patterns of communication and build a stronger connection. Together, we gain deeper insight into the relationship dynamic and practice skills to work through conflict and increase understanding, respect, and affection.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples through relationship issues, dating issues, infertility, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and life transitions. Oftentimes, my clients come to therapy feeling stuck or unheard in their relationships. I provide therapy that empowers you to use tools that form new patterns of communication and build a stronger connection. Together, we gain deeper insight into the relationship dynamic and practice skills to work through conflict and increase understanding, respect, and affection.
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Eden Stone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
Ditch survival mode, reclaim your life. My clients struggle as you do. Despite being smart, determined, and kind, life is hard. When they first come in, they experience thoughts and emotions as too intense. They have trouble living in the moment and feel as though anxiety and worry have taken over their lives. While they're great at making people feel good, they struggle to do the same for themselves. Before therapy, my clients felt guilt and shame for struggling. Other people seem to have it all together, why can’t they? The pressure they put on themselves was pervasive. They felt exhausted trying to manage everything on their own.
Ditch survival mode, reclaim your life. My clients struggle as you do. Despite being smart, determined, and kind, life is hard. When they first come in, they experience thoughts and emotions as too intense. They have trouble living in the moment and feel as though anxiety and worry have taken over their lives. While they're great at making people feel good, they struggle to do the same for themselves. Before therapy, my clients felt guilt and shame for struggling. Other people seem to have it all together, why can’t they? The pressure they put on themselves was pervasive. They felt exhausted trying to manage everything on their own.
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Lisa Gianandrea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
Waitlist for new clients
No matter the reason for seeking help, I’m glad you found me. Needing support is not an admission of defeat. Life is tough, and you and I are not excluded from being affected by hardship. You may be feeling scared, or worried, or maybe even excited! These are all normal feelings when looking for a therapist whether you are new to counseling or have been in therapy before. I believe in living authentically, in any way that feels most true to you. Together we will explore what living authentically means to you and work with your strengths to process past trauma and build your life in a way that you are excited about.
No matter the reason for seeking help, I’m glad you found me. Needing support is not an admission of defeat. Life is tough, and you and I are not excluded from being affected by hardship. You may be feeling scared, or worried, or maybe even excited! These are all normal feelings when looking for a therapist whether you are new to counseling or have been in therapy before. I believe in living authentically, in any way that feels most true to you. Together we will explore what living authentically means to you and work with your strengths to process past trauma and build your life in a way that you are excited about.
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Athletic culture often praises the ability to do it all, however, we all experience issues that cannot be masked or pushed aside. 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.
Athletic culture often praises the ability to do it all, however, we all experience issues that cannot be masked or pushed aside. 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.
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Thomas Khang Dong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
I enjoy working with college students, professionals in healthcare, caregivers, singles that are dating/looking to date, single parents, newly divorced or separated, and specifically young adult couples looking to improve their relationships amidst juggling school, work, new baby, or life transitions. I also have a strong interest in helping individuals who struggle with the bi-cultural experience and inter-generational conflicts.
I enjoy working with college students, professionals in healthcare, caregivers, singles that are dating/looking to date, single parents, newly divorced or separated, and specifically young adult couples looking to improve their relationships amidst juggling school, work, new baby, or life transitions. I also have a strong interest in helping individuals who struggle with the bi-cultural experience and inter-generational conflicts.
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Mark Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
What is psychodynamic psychotherapy? It’s therapy that recognizes that symptoms, problems, and struggles have meaning and that learning about their meaning––especially meaning that is outside our awareness––allows us to see our struggles in context and make better choices based on new learning about ourselves. Therapy works best when it feels like a safe place to engage in a process of curious exploration. Through understanding and being understood, most people find they can make clearer choices, take charge of their lives, build healthier relationships.
What is psychodynamic psychotherapy? It’s therapy that recognizes that symptoms, problems, and struggles have meaning and that learning about their meaning––especially meaning that is outside our awareness––allows us to see our struggles in context and make better choices based on new learning about ourselves. Therapy works best when it feels like a safe place to engage in a process of curious exploration. Through understanding and being understood, most people find they can make clearer choices, take charge of their lives, build healthier relationships.
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Jim Rowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
Waitlist for new clients
Are you seeking a deeper understanding and a deeper sense of connection with yourself and in your relationships? Have you and a loved one struggled to communicate lately? Do you miss the relationship you used to have? I work with individuals who are navigating relationships, mental health challenges, and identity, as well as families and couples going through periods of change and disconnection, to find and express their more authentic selves and to find connection again. In my work with you, I aim to foster a sense of authenticity, hope, and empowerment.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding and a deeper sense of connection with yourself and in your relationships? Have you and a loved one struggled to communicate lately? Do you miss the relationship you used to have? I work with individuals who are navigating relationships, mental health challenges, and identity, as well as families and couples going through periods of change and disconnection, to find and express their more authentic selves and to find connection again. In my work with you, I aim to foster a sense of authenticity, hope, and empowerment.
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Catherine Sult
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
Life is not easy, and being happy with our lives, relationships, and who we are can be challenging. Add stress to the mix, and our lives can suddenly feel out of control. I am here to help you regain control in all aspects of your life. Do you struggle with communication? Are you quick to anger? Are you using unhealthy ways to cope? Are your relationships suffering? I approach clients’ struggles through a systemic lens. Our experiences, family, relationships, and culture all influence who we are and contribute to our ups and downs.
Life is not easy, and being happy with our lives, relationships, and who we are can be challenging. Add stress to the mix, and our lives can suddenly feel out of control. I am here to help you regain control in all aspects of your life. Do you struggle with communication? Are you quick to anger? Are you using unhealthy ways to cope? Are your relationships suffering? I approach clients’ struggles through a systemic lens. Our experiences, family, relationships, and culture all influence who we are and contribute to our ups and downs.
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My name is Maria Monte and I am a Spanish-speaking licensed professional counselor offering online therapy to children and adults. I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include trauma, PTSD, child and adolescent therapy, grief counseling, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Maria Monte and I am a Spanish-speaking licensed professional counselor offering online therapy to children and adults. I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include trauma, PTSD, child and adolescent therapy, grief counseling, anxiety, and depression.
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Discovery Counseling Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
The path forward. That's how we think of therapy at Discovery Counseling. We're here to help you navigate the highs and lows. The challenges and triumphs. That means the hard stuff and the big transitions. The persistent issues and the seemingly small stuff too. Experience tells us that you've got all the skills and smarts you need to thrive. So we'll help you find your path and we'll follow it alongside you. Whether you're searching for mental health, career aspirations, family healing or nutrition counseling, we're here to help tap into your inner wisdom and set out on the next phase of your journey.
The path forward. That's how we think of therapy at Discovery Counseling. We're here to help you navigate the highs and lows. The challenges and triumphs. That means the hard stuff and the big transitions. The persistent issues and the seemingly small stuff too. Experience tells us that you've got all the skills and smarts you need to thrive. So we'll help you find your path and we'll follow it alongside you. Whether you're searching for mental health, career aspirations, family healing or nutrition counseling, we're here to help tap into your inner wisdom and set out on the next phase of your journey.
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Kemi Yemi-Ese
Licensed Professional Counselor, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
Not accepting new clients
**Currently not accepting new clients** I am just beginning my career as a counselor and I am excited to start gaining more experience in this helping field. My focus is addressing the therapeutic needs of clients with disabilities, but I am also equipped and eager to help clients whose challenges are in the areas of anxiety, coping skills, and stress management as well.
**Currently not accepting new clients** I am just beginning my career as a counselor and I am excited to start gaining more experience in this helping field. My focus is addressing the therapeutic needs of clients with disabilities, but I am also equipped and eager to help clients whose challenges are in the areas of anxiety, coping skills, and stress management as well.
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Lisa K. Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78751 (Online Only)
Do you often feel misunderstood? Have you been told to toughen up because you are "too sensitive"? Do you long to feel closer to others but feel overwhelmed by the task? Having the capacity for depth and complexity can be difficult to navigate in our competitive, linear-oriented, results-driven culture. Knowing and accepting yourself for simply "you" (not who others think you should be) is an important practice to cultivate and will help release toxic stress and shame, allowing you to connect more deeply with yourself and others.
Do you often feel misunderstood? Have you been told to toughen up because you are "too sensitive"? Do you long to feel closer to others but feel overwhelmed by the task? Having the capacity for depth and complexity can be difficult to navigate in our competitive, linear-oriented, results-driven culture. Knowing and accepting yourself for simply "you" (not who others think you should be) is an important practice to cultivate and will help release toxic stress and shame, allowing you to connect more deeply with yourself and others.
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Andrea Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705
I am interested in getting to know each of my clients and forming a close, collaborative relationship that affords them the freedom to learn more about themselves. Creating this type of unique relationship is invaluable to the therapeutic process. The opportunity to grow in self awareness can be a powerful way to learn about what motivates us and how our histories affect us throughout our lives. I have both personal and professional experience with individuals in the LBGTQ community, and extensive work helping people with disabilities entering the workforce.
I am interested in getting to know each of my clients and forming a close, collaborative relationship that affords them the freedom to learn more about themselves. Creating this type of unique relationship is invaluable to the therapeutic process. The opportunity to grow in self awareness can be a powerful way to learn about what motivates us and how our histories affect us throughout our lives. I have both personal and professional experience with individuals in the LBGTQ community, and extensive work helping people with disabilities entering the workforce.
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LeAnn Dapper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Campus, Austin, TX 78705 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, and grief. While having been trained in dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, I also incorporate other theoretical backgrounds in my approach, depending on client need and individual personality.
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, and grief. While having been trained in dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, I also incorporate other theoretical backgrounds in my approach, depending on client need and individual personality.
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Number of Therapists in West Campus, Austin, TX
60+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in West Campus, Austin, TX who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
92% | Depression |
85% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Stress |
78% | Life Transitions |
77% | Self Esteem |
68% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | Aetna |
74% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
55% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in West Campus, Austin, TX see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
26% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in West Campus, 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.