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Online therapist

Austin Saiz

Supportive, practical help for family and relationships

Credentials
LPC
Experience
6 years
Licensed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Austin

Austin Saiz is a licensed professional counselor who works with people across Colorado. He draws on six years of clinical experience to help clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and family concerns. He aims to make sessions direct and practical so parents and caregivers can use what they learn right away.

Austin keeps language simple and focuses on real-life problems rather than jargon. His style is warm and affirming while staying goal-oriented.

Background and approach

He listens for patterns that affect daily life, like communication breakdowns or feelings of isolation. He also addresses attachment issues, family of origin problems, and the emotional fallout from addiction and gender identity questions. Sessions often include talking through difficult memories, practicing better ways to talk with others, and building steps to reduce anxiety.

Austin brings evidence-based techniques into conversation in plain terms. He helps people notice how thoughts and behaviors interact and then tries new responses in small, manageable steps. Work with him can include exploring money stresses, body image worries, or questions about life purpose.

He provides care in English for people located in Colorado. Online options give flexibility for varied schedules. Costs vary by location and are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

To begin, a person selects the Start Therapy button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules according to therapist availability. That process helps match practical needs with his way of working.

Evidence-based techniques and online sessions that fit family life

Many of Austin's methods come from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. One common approach helps people notice and change thoughts that fuel anxiety and low mood; it teaches simple skills to shift unhelpful thinking and try different actions. Another approach focuses on improving communication and attachment - it looks at how patterns between people keep problems going and teaches new ways to connect and set boundaries.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Austin will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their goals, needs, and preferences. He adjusts techniques as progress is made so the plan stays useful and relevant.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy families and caregivers. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from home, phone sessions remove travel time, and live chat or text-based messaging can fit into short breaks during the day. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while managing school runs, work, and other obligations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Austin address?
Austin works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and family issues. He also focuses on areas like attachment, communication problems, addiction, and gender dysphoria.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and conversational with a warm tone. He aims to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and improve daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of work as a licensed therapist supporting people through a range of emotional and relational challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - with license CO LPC LPC.0022943 and practices with clients located in Colorado.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions offered online?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow flexibility for different needs and schedules.
What does therapy cost?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
6 years
Licensed
Colorado
Languages
English

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