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Counseling & Wellness · Austin, TX
Haven Counseling offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy in Austin - telehealth available, sliding scale fees, all welcome.
A real conversation with our intake coordinator - no cost, no commitment, and you can stop at any point. We reply within one business day.
1,500+
Clients Served
Individuals, couples, and families since 2010
14 yrs
Years Experience
Licensed clinicians with deep specialty training
15+
Insurance Plans Accepted
Including major commercial and EAP plans
Eve. & Wknd
Evening & Weekend Hours
Scheduling that works around your life
Our Specialties
Every Haven therapist is trained in evidence-based modalities and matched to clients based on specialty fit - not just availability. We also offer teen therapy and couples intensives.
Evidence-based treatment for generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, and chronic stress using CBT, mindfulness-based techniques, and somatic awareness practices.
How we treat anxiety & stress →
Collaborative, individualized treatment for major depressive disorder, dysthymia, and seasonal depression. We work with your prescribing physician when medication is part of your care plan.
How we treat depression →
Individual and couples therapy for communication patterns, intimacy concerns, infidelity recovery, premarital preparation, and navigating major life transitions together.
How we treat relationship issues →
Specialized trauma treatment including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-focused CBT, and somatic processing for both recent trauma and complex developmental trauma.
How we treat trauma & ptsd →Your Therapists
Every new client is matched with the therapist whose clinical training and approach best fits their presenting concerns - not whoever has an open slot.
Clinical Director & Founder
UT Austin School of Social Work. 14 years in clinical practice specializing in trauma, anxiety, and EMDR. Former clinical supervisor at CommUnityCare Health Centers.
Licensed Professional Counselor
St. Edward's University graduate. Specializes in men's mental health, depression, and life transitions. CBT-certified and trained in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Licensed Psychologist
University of Texas doctoral graduate. Provides psychological testing, couples therapy, and perinatal mental health treatment. Specializes in adolescent and young adult populations.
What Clients Say
Testimonials are shared with client consent. No clinical details are included.
“Coming to Haven was the first step I needed. I was nervous about starting therapy but the intake process was gentle and the match to my therapist felt right from the first session. I've recommended this practice to three people I care about.”
“I tried two other therapists before Haven. The difference is that my therapist here actually has a specialty that matches what I was dealing with. The quality of the sessions is completely different when the clinician knows your area deeply.”
“My partner and I were at a crossroads. Dr. Brown's couples work helped us both feel heard and gave us concrete tools - not just a space to vent at each other. We're in a different place now, a much better one.”
Insurance
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Currently in-network:
Blue Cross Blue ShieldAetnaUnited HealthcareCignaEnter your insurance provider
Don’t see your plan? We offer self-pay rates and can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement. Ask us to check your coverage →
Fees & Pricing
We accept most major insurance plans and offer a sliding scale for eligible clients.
Individual Session
Couples / Family Session
Monthly Wellness Plan
Most sessions are covered by insurance. We are in-network with Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and 10+ other plans. A Good Faith Estimate is available upon request.
Service Area
Haven Counseling serves clients throughout Austin and surrounding communities, with both in-person sessions and telehealth available statewide in Texas.
Common Questions
Your first session is called an intake or assessment session. Your therapist will ask about what brought you in, your personal history, and what you're hoping to get from therapy. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and share any concerns. By the end, you'll have a sense of whether the fit feels right and a preliminary direction for your work together.
Yes. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, United Healthcare, and Cigna. We also offer a self-pay rate and can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement if your plan covers it. Call us and we'll verify your mental health benefit before your first appointment.
For most presentations, yes - research on telehealth therapy for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns shows equivalent outcomes to in-person treatment when conducted via a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. Our telehealth sessions use a dedicated encrypted system, not standard video calling. We offer the choice based on your preference and clinical suitability.
It depends entirely on your goals and the nature of what you're working on. Solution-focused work on a specific concern might resolve in 8–12 sessions. Longer-term personal growth work, complex trauma, or relationship patterns typically benefit from extended engagement of 6 months to a year or more. Your therapist will discuss a realistic timeline at your second session after completing their assessment.
Blog
Honest, accessible writing about mental health, therapy, and emotional wellbeing.
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Read MoreStart with a free 15-minute phone call - no forms to fill in first, nothing to pay, and no obligation to book. We’ll listen, answer your questions, and verify your insurance before you ever sit down with a therapist.
