Last edited 06/05/2025
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanWhiteHeterosexualLiving with a disability, Living with a chronic disease, Living with Chronic Pain, Parent of Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ ALLY
Get To Know Me
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
I was an elementary school teacher and saw the struggle a number of my students had with family issues. I needed to get my masters and decided I might be able to help more if I could help families function better. If families functioned better then students would have a better start or be able to concentrate in school better.
In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?
I came from a very dysfunctional home. I feel that I am able to empathize with many of my clients and the life situations they find themselves in due to the variety of experiences I have had from childhood, through teaching, raising my own children, divorcing, and now my encore career as a therapist.
In what ways does your personality influence your approach to therapy?
This one is funny! I am not for everyone as I have been told I am kind of bombastic! I have a lot of energy for therapy. I might not have it for many other areas of my life due to my health concerns, but I love people. They bring out the best in me and I want to feed back that energy to them in any way I can.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Relationship IssuesAcademic challengesLife transitionsTraumaVeterans' issues
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemSexuality Based IssuesADHDAddictionAdolescent mental healthBody image issuesBullyingChild mental healthChronic illnessCollege & graduate student issuesCommunication issuesDivorce & separationFamily issuesGender identity & transgender healthSleep & insomnia issuesLGBTQIA related issuesMarriage issues
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesCulturally Sensitive TherapyFamily Systems TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyHumanistic TherapyCreative Art TherapyPlay TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Solution-Focused Brief TherapyAnimal-Assisted TherapyMarriage and Family TherapyThe Gottman Method
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Couples CounselingIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyChild Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Children (5-12)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUMRUnitedHealthCare (UHC)CareFirstCigna EAPEvernorth Health ServicesGovernment Employees Health AssociationMedicaidOptima HealthOptumTRICAREUnitedHealthcare
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $220 |
| Couples Counseling: | $200 |
| Individual Therapy: | $200 |
| Group Therapy: | $35 |
| Child Counseling: | $200 |
Professional Background
LicensureVirginia, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 071001391
Training/CertificationsStar behavioral health training for MilitaryCertified Clinical Trauma Professional
Education
Capella University, Master of Science, Marriage and Family Therapy, 2013 — Graduate with Distinction
I spent a great deal of time working in the Women's Recovery Program so have a lot of experience working with families that have been affected by addiction.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Kelly Austin, LMFT, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Kelly Austin accepting new clients?
Yes, Kelly Austin is accepting new clients for online therapy in Virginia.
Does Kelly Austin accept insurance?
Yes, Kelly Austin accepts insurance, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, CareFirst, Cigna, Cigna EAP, Evernorth Health Services, Government Employees Health Association, Medicaid, Optima Health, Optum, TRICARE, UMR, UnitedHealthCare (UHC) and UnitedHealthcare.
What types of therapy does Kelly Austin offer?
Kelly Austin offers therapy for children, couples, groups and individuals.
Does Kelly Austin offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Virginia can book Kelly Austin for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Kelly Austin offer online therapy?
Yes, Kelly Austin offers online therapy via video sessions and phone sessions to people in Virginia.
How quickly can I see Kelly Austin?
Kelly Austin typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Kelly Austin speak?
Kelly Austin conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Kelly Austin online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Kelly Austin online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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