Trauma Therapists Available in Austin
This page lists therapists who work with trauma and are available to clients in Austin. Use it if you want online trauma therapy from clinicians licensed in Texas. Compare providers by their therapeutic approaches, experience with specific trauma types, and specialties such as PTSD, complex trauma, or childhood abuse. Note that a Texas license covers the whole state, so a therapist’s ability to work with you does not depend on their city. Look for descriptions of treatment styles, modalities used, and any population focus to find a good match for your needs.
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1. Dr. Sandra Webster-Brown, LPC
Empathetic, interactive therapy for meaningful change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Grief
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Existential Therapy
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2. Sarah Cook, LPC
Texas LPC focused on women's mental health
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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3. Peter Cosens, LPC
Compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor for complex challenges
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Anger · Depression · Relationship
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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4. Gregory Rico, LPC
Warm, tailored support for anxiety, relationships, and identity
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · ADHD
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy
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5. Gabriella Daniel, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for anxiety and trauma
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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6. Taiwana ONeal, LCSW
Support for healing, resilience, and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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7. Natalia Rodriguez, LPC
Grounded, collaborative therapy for clarity and self-trust
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Anger · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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8. Sherry Gould-Hillhouse, LPC
Trauma and addiction support with a collaborative approach
Works with Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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9. Carol Metcalfe, LPC
Compassionate Texas counselor for families
Works with Relationship · Family · Grief · Parenting · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy
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10. Jacob Pizana, LPC
Support for trauma, anxiety, and healing
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
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11. Cheryl Barajas, LPC
Compassionate counseling for meaningful change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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12. Lisa Barnes, LCSW
Compassionate, tailored therapy for life’s toughest moments
Works with Trauma and abuse · Eating · Parenting · Self esteem · Compassion fatigue
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13. LaDreamer Harrison, LCSW
Supportive therapy for change and healing
Works with Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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14. Teresa Riley, LMFT
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Family · Anger
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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15. Jennifer Segura, LPC
Texas LPC supporting adults and families
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Parenting · Self esteem
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About trauma therapy for people in Austin
Everyone listed on this page holds a license to practice in Texas and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a license is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Texas regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Austin can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
1,768 therapists match this page, all of whom name trauma among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LPC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes into licensed therapy work. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Austin
Austin has a population of about 961,855. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose a trauma therapist for issues like PTSD or complex trauma?
Look for therapists who list experience with PTSD, complex trauma, or the specific type of trauma you experienced. Compare modalities such as EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, somatic therapies, or prolonged exposure. Check client population focus, notes about working with co-occurring conditions, and whether the therapist describes their typical approach in early sessions.
Can I get trauma-focused care if I live in Austin but see someone licensed elsewhere in Texas?
Yes. A Texas license covers the whole state, so therapists licensed in Texas can offer online services to clients in Austin. You don’t need the therapist to be in the same city. Confirm in their profile that they accept clients in Austin and that their listed specialties include trauma work you need.
What should I expect from an initial session with a trauma therapist?
Expect the therapist to ask about your trauma history, current symptoms, goals, and safety. They may discuss assessment, treatment options, and what approaches they use for trauma care. The session is typically a chance to determine fit and to plan next steps rather than intensive trauma processing right away.
Other reasons people in Austin look for a therapist
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