Therapists for college students near University of Texas at Austin

Hi, I'm Henry. Through WellQor, I provide convenient online therapy that allows students to access support from wherever they are. WellQor also accepts most major insurance plans, helping make quality mental health care more accessible. Many of my clients are juggling academic pressures, relationships, family expectations, and uncertainty about the future while trying to figure out who they are and where they want to go. I especially enjoy helping students who feel stuck in cycles of worry, self-doubt, or overthinking. Together, we focus on practical skills that can be used both in therapy and everyday life to help manage anxiety, build confidence, and navigate challenges more effectively. I also work well with individuals who are processing grief, trauma, or significant life changes and are looking for support as they move forward. My clients are often motivated to grow but may not know where to start. They value having a therapist who is genuine, attentive, and willing to work alongside them. Whether you're struggling with a specific issue or simply looking for a space to better understand yourself, I strive to help you gain insight, develop new tools, and create meaningful change in your life.

Through WellQor, I provide online therapy for college students and young adults, and WellQor accepts most major insurance plans to help make care more accessible. My approach starts with understanding your story rather than judging your symptoms. I believe that our experiences shape how we see ourselves, connect with others, and navigate the world, and that healing often begins when we take the time to understand those connections. One thing I have learned through my work is that people are often much harder on themselves than they would ever be on someone else. Many students come to therapy feeling frustrated by their emotions, relationships, or reactions to stress. They wonder why they keep repeating certain patterns, why they struggle to move on from difficult experiences, or why they don't seem to be coping as well as everyone around them appears to be. I work with students facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and everyday life stress. Together, we can explore what's beneath the surface, strengthen coping skills, and create space for growth and healing. My goal is to help you build a greater sense of self-understanding, confidence, and trust in your ability to move through life's challenges.

Hi! I'm Lauren Whitehead, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with people from all walks of life on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, and big life changes like starting college or figuring out what comes next. These seasons are hard, but they can also be real chances to grow, and therapy can help you get there. My favorite part of this work is watching clients find strength they didn't know they had. I believe small changes add up. One positive thought in the morning can shift your whole day. In our sessions we'll build practical tools like mindfulness and healthy coping skills, and practice treating yourself with more compassion. You can count on me to listen, support you, and keep our space safe and free of judgment. You don't need to know exactly what you want to work on. Showing up for yourself is the first step. Find a spot on my calendar and let's get started! Lauren Whitehead, LCSW

Hi there, I'm Rachel, a clinical therapist with over 17 years of experience working with all kinds of people. I help clients with a wide range of challenges, and I specialize in anxiety, mood disorders, and relationship issues. When you come to me, I want you to feel safe and supported. I put a lot of care into building trust and creating a space where you can share what you need without shame or fear. I love offering support, education, and real tools, and there's nothing better than watching a client grow and make positive changes. Being a therapist has taught me that we can't always control what happens around us, but we can control how we respond, and we can truly improve our lives by managing our thoughts, emotions, and relationships. However alone you might feel, there are people ready to support you. So please, come talk to me! When I'm not with clients, I love to travel, shop, and garden. I have a hydro garden and enjoy thrift shopping for hidden treasures. Doing what you love is great self care! Rachel Morris, LPC-S

Hello, I'm Dr. Hector Soto, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience across social services, schools, hospitals, and outpatient settings. I first headed toward pre-med and pediatrics, but a course in abnormal child psychology sparked a deeper calling to understand the mind and support people through emotional challenges. Seeing the strength people carry through trauma, loss, and adversity still shapes how I work today. I help individuals, couples, and families with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict, and major life transitions. A lot of our work is about understanding your patterns, building emotional regulation, and finding a stronger sense of stability and direction. I believe real change comes from a mix of insight, accountability, and practical skills, and I'll always meet you with dignity along the way. I see therapy as a collaborative process where we step into the work together. My approach is trauma informed, integrative, and evidence based, drawing on cognitive and behavioral therapy, psychodynamic and attachment work, and mind body approaches. I also make room for meaning making, including faith informed perspectives when that resonates with you. Outside of work, I love time with my family, attending church, and staying active. I also share my home with five dogs, my own team of four legged therapists. I'll encourage you to face challenges with both courage and self compassion. I look forward to meeting you! Dr. Hector Soto, LCSW, DSW

Hi! My name is Erin Connell and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a registered yoga teacher. I have worked in both private practice and larger institutions, helping people work through depression, anxiety, PTSD, and big life adjustments. My approach blends traditional therapy with holistic practices that care for the mind, body, and spirit. I see therapy as a journey toward knowing yourself and healing. It is a space where you can reconnect with who you really are, find balance, and build resilience. What I love most is the connection I get to build with the people I work with, and watching them grow and make real change in their lives. As your therapist, I promise to hold a safe, judgment free space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. I will listen with compassion and move at your pace. Outside of sessions you will usually find me hiking, practicing yoga, or out in nature, which keeps me grounded and present for this work.

Do you feel you've lost some of your motivation, direction, or sense of purpose lately? If so you're not alone. I'm here to help you reconnect with your strengths! Hello I'm Holly Bankston, Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I provide a supportive and client-centered approach to counseling, helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I also have experience in academic advising and disability services. I'm taking new clients ASAP! I also have availability evenings, weekends and holidays!

I am a personable, bilingual clinician who believes therapy is for everyone in search of overcoming life obstacles. I believe healing and progress can be obtained through a collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to offer clients a non-judgmental space where anyone feels safe to face their struggles and challenges. I help individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, life transitions, parenting issues, and women's issues. The decision to start therapy can feel unfamiliar and scary, however, it would be my honor to help overcome those fears by starting this journey of improvement and change with you. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.

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As an LCSW, I specialize in helping teens and young adults navigate the challenges of life, including depression, anxiety, identity exploration, self-esteem, and the transitions that come with growing up. I also offer support for those struggling with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I take a client-centered approach, meeting you where you are and tailoring therapy to fit your unique needs. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts and emotions. I am fat-positive, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and deeply committed to inclusivity, helping you embrace your authentic self in a world that often pressures us to be anything but. I am also deeply passionate about Health at Every Size (HAES), dismantling diet culture, and supporting life-enhancing, joyful movement that honors your body. I believe that health and wellness should be about well-being, not conforming to societal ideals or restrictive norms. 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 also incorporate expressive arts therapy to encourage creativity and self-expression. In addition to traditional therapy, I bring my dog, Finn, to sessions to offer extra support and comfort, creating a calming and compassionate space for healing. If you're looking to explore your true self, manage your emotions, or work through life’s transitions, I’m here to guide you on your journey!

Hello my name is Billie. Like so many people I grew up in a conservative town that made it clear that they saw Queerness as "evil" and "destroying the family." I started Texas Queer Counseling to allow people the space to figure out who they are, away from the expectations society places on us. As a transwoman I know the state of Texas has is not a safe place to live. It is also important to find the joy of being Queer. Don't be as miserable as the people trying to criminalize our lives. I offer a complimentary 30 minute session.

It's been some time since you felt like you. Have you noticed that you been withdrawn? Overwhelmed? Maybe you are noticing that your feelings of being down, sad, worried, or anxious just aren't going away. Maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, that your life is turned upside down, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. You've thought about reaching out for therapy, but you weren't sure. It's ok. We are here. Reach out today. We help you feel like you again. Through engaging in counseling we will assist you in accomplishing your goals. We believe that each of us encounters our own challenges in the course of creating a full life and that through partnering with a helping professional the path of improving your own wellness may be a bit brighter. We strongly believe in each individual’s capacity for growth and insight. Engaging in therapy with one of our therapists and starting (or continuing) your healing process, we believe you can develop and strengthen your own inner light and we hope to share in this process with you. As your collaborative partner, our clinicians will use their attuned listening skills, reflections, and specialized training to provide quality, individualized, and counseling and psychotherapy. Taking the first step towards change is never easy, but is often rewarding. When you are ready to take a step on a new path, let us be there to help you strengthen your own Bright Light. Our clinicians work with young adults, college students, and adults who are diverse in their identities, life experiences, and backgrounds. Areas of expertise include treating anxiety, depression, life transitions/adjustments, emotion regulation, traumas and stressful experiences, cultural and racial stress, and relationship issues. Additionally, each of our clinicians have their own areas of expertise. You can learn more about our clinicians on our website.

I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, and major life transitions. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by the pressure to figure everything out, I offer a space where you can slow down, explore what’s going on underneath the surface, and begin to feel more grounded. My therapeutic approach is eclectic and collaborative—I draw from attachment-based, person-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive-behavioral therapies to meet you where you are and help you move toward meaningful change. I’m also trained in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, a powerful modality that can support healing for those dealing with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and trauma. I offer KAP as part of a holistic treatment plan, and work closely with clients to process and integrate insights from their experience into ongoing therapy. Therapy with me is about building insight, reconnecting with your inner resources, and finding clarity in the midst of uncertainty. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.

I'm Alyn, a fully bilingual (Spanish/English) Latina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). My practice is trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, stemming from my own journey as a complex trauma survivor. With a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I center my work on social justice, cultural affirmation, and total inclusivity. I specialize in supporting teens and young adults through life transitions, including college and identity formation, focusing on inner child work in a safe, validating space. My approach helps clients become more comfortable with distress by gently expanding their window of tolerance. This process boosts emotional intelligence—improving the ability to manage and articulate feelings, deepening connections, and leading to a more satisfying life. I create a secure environment for deep healing, hope, and strengthening inner resolve, using compassion, empathy, and creativity. My goal is to empower you to gain clarity, find balance, manage time and energy wisely, and tap into your inner resilience to face challenges and embrace your unique path.

We are a liberation-focused, anti-oppressive group practice offering trauma-informed, relational care for those navigating complex identities, grief, and systemic harm. We hold space for your full humanity, without pathologizing your pain. Our work is grounded in cultural humility, decolonial healing, and collective care. We understand how systems shape mental health. Our team includes clinicians who are immigrants, queer, polyamorous, BIPOC, non-binary, and first-generation college students. We create space for your full self, without judgment or pathologizing your experience.

When you're carrying the weight of past experiences, current stressors, or emotional pain, it’s easy to feel alone or misunderstood. Sometimes, even one more challenge can be enough to make you pause and wonder if you need support. If you’ve found your way here, you’re already taking a meaningful first step. I provide therapy for teens up to adults who are ready to explore what’s beneath the surface—whether it’s trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply feeling stuck. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported. You set the pace and the priorities; I offer guidance, tools, and insight to help you move toward healing and connection. My approach is grounded in understanding how the brain, body, and relationships shape our experiences. I work with compassion and curiosity, helping you recognize the strengths and survival patterns you’ve developed—and how they can evolve. Through our work, you can build new ways of coping, deepen self-awareness, and reconnect with what matters most.

I am a white, queer, fat, disabled, AuDHD, genderfluid therapist based in Houston, Texas. I specialize in working with clients exploring their gender, sexual, or romantic identity, polyamory/relationship anarchy, late-diagnosed Autism or ADHD, adults seeking support around chronic pain and illness, and processing trauma. I am passionate about LGBTQ+ rights (and human rights in general), intersectional feminism, anti-racism, and dismantling systems of oppression. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process, built on mutual respect and authenticity. You know more about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences than anyone else—my role is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental place for you to process your emotions and create a path moving forward. My therapeutic approach will vary from person to person depending on individual need and unique lived experience. I often use a blend of somatic work and mindfulness paired with consent-based, feminist, narrative, trauma-informed, neurodiverse-informed, emotionally focused therapies. I primarily work with adults in individual and group therapy.

Ellie Mental Health in Central NW Austin, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. All our Clinicians work with young adults/college age students. College should be the time of one's life, but we know transitions can be tough and we here to help and care for a student's unique needs during this exciting time in their life.

At Mindful Living Therapy, I work with young adults who want to feel a little more like themselves again. Those who are dealing with anxiety, relationship stress, people-pleasing, big life transitions, or that frustrating feeling that something just isn’t right, but you can’t quite put it into words. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or just trying to figure out who you are and how you want to show up in your life, I meet you where you are, with compassion, real conversation, and practical help for building a life that feels lighter, more confident, and more you.

Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to balance who you are, where you’re going, and everything in between. I offer a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and make sense of what you’re carrying—whether that’s, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, or healing from trauma. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, supported, and connected to yourself. I offer in person sessions in Austin, TX & virtual therapy for individuals anywhere in Texas.