Barbara Austin
Experienced, compassionate therapy for lasting change
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About
Barbara Austin is a licensed clinical therapist in South Carolina with 25 years of professional counseling experience. She approaches each person’s story as unique and worthy of careful attention, aiming to understand how individuals have adapted and made their lives work so far.
Her work focuses on exploring additional perspectives, nuances, and possibilities that a person may choose to include - offering ways to re-create, add to, or re-envision the chapters ahead. She assists clients in identifying strengths and ideas that can help create new feelings and experiences useful for challenging or replacing distressing thoughts and emotions.
Barbara holds a South Carolina license for independent clinical social work, license number 4450, and brings a supportive, empowering approach to the therapy process. She works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self-esteem, coping with life changes, LGBT issues, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and depression. She recognizes the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life and aims to support and empower clients throughout that journey.
- Location:
- South Carolina, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Parenting, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Codependency, Communication problems, Depression, Family, Family of origin issues, Grief, Guilt and shame, Intimacy-related issues, LGBT, Life purpose, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Relationship, Relationship, Self-love, Trauma and abuse, Women’s issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: SC LISW-CP 4450
- NPI Number: 1639291685
- License: LISW-CP (South Carolina) #4450 exp 2026-12-31
Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?
For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. This makes virtual care a viable option for people seeking meaningful therapeutic support.
One of the main benefits is flexibility. Individuals can meet with a therapist in the format that fits their needs and schedule, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to maintain continuity of care amid busy or changing routines.
All participating clinicians are licensed professionals, and people may choose to switch therapists at any time if they seek a different fit. Online therapy offers an accessible way to pursue support from qualified therapists while accommodating personal preferences and life demands.
How much experience does Barbara Austin have?
Barbara Austin has 25 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Barbara Austin a licensed therapist?
Yes, Barbara Austin is licensed to practice as an independent clinical social worker in South Carolina, license number 4450.
In which languages does Barbara Austin provide therapy?
Barbara Austin provides therapy in English.
Where is Barbara Austin located?
Barbara Austin is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Barbara Austin as my therapist?
You can work with Barbara Austin through phone, video, live chat, and messaging.
How much does therapy with Barbara Austin cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Barbara Austin. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.