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

"I’m here to understand you better and help identify the treatment goals you want to pursue."

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years of experience supporting adults through mood disorders, addiction, and life challenges. I began my career as a chemical dependency counselor and now specialize in helping clients build coping skills that support lasting growth and change.

I earned my Master’s in Rehabilitative Counseling from the University of North Texas. I use cognitive behavioral therapy and rational emotive behavior therapy to tailor care to each client’s needs. I focus on creating a collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported while working toward their goals.

I understand how important it is to have someone in your corner who listens without judgment. My goal as your counselor is to help you succeed and feel supported every step of the way. You can expect me to be attentive, compassionate, and committed to helping you achieve meaningful progress.

"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!

Paul DeLew is a Licensed Professional Counselor and graduated from National Louis University in Chicago. He has experience in treating a wide range of mental Illnesses, including panic disorder, generalized anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, and sexual abuse. He treats adolescents, young adults, and adults, creating a specialized treatment to best help each client.  

Paul utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, solution-based therapy as well as other treatment modalities. He is successful at quickly building rapport in order to create a trusting, safe environment, and he provides a nonjudgemental attitude where clients feel free to express themselves. He understands that each person is a unique individual and will guide you through your specialized treatment to help you live your best self.

"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 (LPC) 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.

"Oftentimes patterns can become ingrained in our ways of living, thinking, and perceiving, leading to feeling stuck and unable to change ourselves or our circumstances."

Ashley Ridlehoover is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience working with pre-teens, teens, and adults experiencing substance abuse, identity exploration, women's issues, and parenting difficulties. Ashley specializes in treating psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety and has worked in inpatient, private practice, and crisis intervention settings. She brings humor and warmth to the therapeutic relationship as she aids clients in developing coping skills and managing mental health for long-term recovery.

Ashley received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Seminary of the Southwest. She utilizes psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches while incorporating existential concepts and somatic experiences when needed.

Ashley understands that many people enter therapy unsure of their goals apart from a need for stability and relief from pain or isolation. She maintains a flexible approach knowing that clients' needs change and evolve. Ashley walks alongside clients, helping them prioritize their needs to achieve more fulfilling relationships and a more whole sense of self.

"I believe people thrive with connection and support. Connection to self, connection to others, and connection to something bigger than ourselves."

Ashley Ratcliffe is a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with individuals, families, and couples. She is passionate about helping others find the link between the way we process emotions and how we experience the world. Ashley specializes in anxiety, adjustment, relationship issues, and parent coaching.

Ashley completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Ashley utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and Family Systems theoretical lenses.

If you feel Ashley would be a good fit, let's get started! She would love to get to know you and hear more about your story.

"Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. I support teens and adults in building emotional resilience and making meaningful change through evidence-based interventions."

Jayme Lyon is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 15 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and families. She offers a structured, skills-based approach to help clients manage intense emotions, strengthen relationships, and cope with emotional dysregulation, self-harm, anxiety, depression, and family conflict to build a more fulfilling life.

Jayme earned her Master’s in Clinical Psychology from St. Mary’s University. She has advanced training in comprehensive dialectal behavior therapy and supports clients through evidence-based, compassionate care. Jayme is committed to guiding individuals toward stability, emotional resilience, and long-term well-being.

Jayme blends warmth with structure, helping clients feel seen and equipped with tools they can use in everyday life. Whether someone is in crisis or seeking change, Jayme meets them where they are and walks alongside them toward greater stability and purpose. She encourages you to reach out!

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.