Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Austin, TX (North Crossing)

"I believe that each person is the expert on their life, and as a passionate advocate I desire to be a support in providing empathy, compassion, and authenticity in navigating challenges."

Tarissa Klander is a Resident Licensed Master Social Worker, who is being supervised by Nicole Stark LCSW-S, with 5 years of experience. She specializes in assisting individuals struggling with abuse, addiction, family conflict, mental health, sexual identity, and grief, among other issues. Before becoming a counselor, Tarissa worked in a variety of settings including schools and non-profits. She is a daughter, partner, animal lover, fur momma, bonus mom, and ally. She loves doing yard work, spending time with her family and pets, and watching a good documentary as self-care.

Tarissa received her Master’s in Social Work from Tarleton State University. Her favorite approaches in the counselor-client dynamic are person-centered therapy, strength-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.

Tarissa understands that when a person seeks counseling services they open up the most vulnerable parts of themselves. With a broad range of personal and professional experience, Tarissa works diligently to be an empathetic and nonjudgmental sense of support. Reach out to her today!

"My personal intersectionalities and open-mindedness allows me to understand the importance of background when working towards wellness.c"

Kammille Harvey is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), under the supervision of Asha Johnson LPC-S, with years of experience. She has worked with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, however she specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Kammille has experience working with challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma related issues, boundary setting, relational issues, and life transitions.

Kammille completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) at the University of Texas-San Antonio. Kammille has received specialized training in trauma-informed care, and uses an integrative approach outlined by a person-centered framework to tailor treatment for each client.

She has first-hand experience overcoming life's adversity and constant change. Utilizing a combination of personal experience and a holistic approach, Kammille is able to help her clients improve their quality of life. Schedule your first session with her today.

Kris Fredericksen is licensed clinical social worker and native Texan. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Texas A&M in psychology and her Masters of Science of Social Work at The University of Texas in Austin. She has extensive experience teaching parents effective discipline methods that builds and repairs relationships with their children. She is sensitive to sexual orientation, culture, race, ethnicity, religious or spiritual affiliation, and has specialized training supporting the LGBTQ, transgendered and gender variant communities. She partners with clients to find viable solutions within their existing framework, skills and abilities to improve their mental and emotional states and life circumstances.

Kris treats symptoms of depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem, ADHD, mood and affect disorders, psychosis, substance abuse, self-harm, family dysfunction, relationship issues, domestic violence, and feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. She uses a variety of techniques such as art therapy, games, role-play, music, projects, toys as well as spontaneous ideas brought in by clients and/or brainstormed in session.

Kris works with children (ages 5 to 17) and families, adults to age 65, and couples. She has been successful at building a trusting rapport and working relationship with most clients including teenagers who are skeptical of therapists and therapy.

Bring yourself as you are, for an assessment intent on addressing the issues most important to you. Kris will walk beside you through your struggles and challenges until you are ready to walk individually knowing you are capable and valuable.

Janet "Kaye" Love is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is experienced in working with youth, parents, and families as well as individual adults. Kaye has over 8 years of experience working with individuals with developmental and learning disabilities, including Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in Special Education and Vocational Rehabilitation. Her approach blends Solution Focused, Cognitive, Psychodynamic, Psycho-educational, and Mindfulness-based techniques, Play therapy is available for children ages six to ten. She is experienced in providing spiritually sensitive counseling to clients who identify with diverse belief systems including Buddhism, Christianity, Ethical Humanism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Wicca.

Kaye is passionate about assisting individuals to explore and enhance their sense of meaning and purpose in life in a way that is sensitive to and respectful of their religious or non-religious understanding. She understands the challenges of developing an appreciation of a personal skill set that is unique, positive self-esteem, and creative workarounds for functional limitations, as well as the difficulties involved in navigating education, employment, healthcare, and community organizations designed for those with typicality.

Kaye is focused to help you alleviate distress by developing ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that increase your experience of well-being. She focuses on potential solutions instead of problems, which helps you move toward your goals. Kaye will help you understand the dynamics of your situation and discover how your thoughts and beliefs affect your emotions and behaviors. You will learn to observe your thoughts, revise limiting conditioning, develop new ways of thinking that evoke more positive emotions, and become more able to resolve issues independently.

"Growing up in the African American community, I witnessed the stigma and reluctance surrounding mental health. I became a psychologist to reduce misunderstanding of what psychotherapy is, as this is often what keeps many people from getting the help they so desperately need."

Brandy Banks is a Licensed Psychologist with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Brandy has worked with adolescents, adults, seniors, and the LGBTQ community to address issues including trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and various personality disorders. She has spent time in private practice along with inpatient and forensic settings.

Brandy received her doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. Brandy utilizes behavioral approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based methods to give clients the skills to manage life’s challenges.

Life can be overwhelming and stressful, but you don’t have to navigate your struggles alone. Brandy strives to create a safe and welcoming environment. Please reach out today to discuss options for beginning your journey toward peace and healing.