Business Details
23 Years
experience
Christian Counseling Services in Austin, TX
At Abundant Life Counseling, we are dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, and communities achieve emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being. Founded in 2003 by Kerry Williamson, our practice has grown to serve the greater Austin area through three locations in North Austin, Kyle, and Georgetown. Our team of licensed professionals combines clinical excellence with a foundationally Christian perspective, offering tailored counseling services that respect each client's unique background and beliefs. We specialize in individual therapy for adults and teens, marriage and premarital counseling, sex therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy, among other modalities. Our counselors bring diverse expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, and relational challenges.We prioritize creating a safe, nurturing environment where clients can explore their struggles and develop meaningful solutions. While we integrate faith into therapy when desired, we welcome all clients and adapt our approach to meet their specific needs. With flexible scheduling options, including evening hours and telehealth appointments, we strive to make quality mental health care accessible. Our administrative team supports seamless scheduling and personalized guidance to help clients find the right therapist. We are committed to community engagement through educational presentations and partnerships, reflecting our mission to foster abundant living through healing and connection.
Services
Individual Therapy
Marriage Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Family Therapy
Premarital Counseling
Sex Therapy
Play Therapy
Group Therapy
Affair Recovery
Counseling for Sexual Addiction
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer faith-based counseling integrated with evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Our team includes specialists in EMDR, emotionally focused therapy, and sex therapy.
- Three convenient locations serving the greater Austin area since 2003.
- Flexible scheduling with evening hours and telehealth appointment options.
- Personalized therapist matching and comprehensive administrative support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health support for adults and teens facing depression, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy and solution-focused techniques, we help clients develop coping strategies and achieve emotional wellness. Sessions create a safe space for self-exploration and growth while respecting each person's unique background and beliefs.
Marriage Counseling
Specialized marriage counseling addresses relationship challenges through emotionally focused therapy and marital systems approaches. We help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust while honoring both partners' perspectives. Sessions focus on strengthening emotional connections and developing practical relationship skills for long-term success and mutual understanding.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy treats trauma and PTSD symptoms through structured protocols that help process distressing memories. This evidence-based approach reduces emotional distress and promotes healing from past experiences while incorporating Christian counseling principles when appropriate for the client's comfort and recovery.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions address relational dynamics and conflicts within households using systemic approaches to improve communication and understanding. We help families navigate challenges like parent-child conflicts, life transitions, and behavioral issues while respecting each family's values and cultural background to create healthier home environments.
Premarital Counseling
Premarital counseling prepares couples for marriage through structured sessions that explore relationship expectations, communication patterns, and conflict resolution strategies. Using faith-based and secular frameworks, we help engaged couples build strong foundations for lasting partnerships while addressing potential challenges before marriage.
People
Kerry Williamson
Founder
Kerry Williamson, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST founded Abundant Life Counseling in 2003. With over 20 years of experience in mental health, she specializes in Christian counseling and sex therapy while providing clinical supervision to licensed professionals across Texas.
Carolyn Dixon
Counselor
Carolyn Dixon, MSW, LCSW brings expertise in trauma recovery and women's issues to her counseling practice. She utilizes evidence-based approaches to help clients overcome anxiety, depression, and relational challenges while integrating faith-based perspectives when appropriate.
Rachelle Honohan
Counselor
Rachelle Honohan, MSW, LCSW-S specializes in family systems therapy and trauma treatment. As a licensed clinical social worker, she helps individuals and families navigate emotional challenges using strength-based approaches that honor clients' personal values and beliefs.
Julie O'Brien
Counselor
Julie O'Brien, MA, LPC provides counseling services for individuals and couples facing relationship challenges and life transitions. Her approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with faith-based perspectives to support clients in achieving emotional wellness and healthier connections.
Scott Pratt
Counselor
Scott Pratt, MS, LPC-Associate offers counseling services for men's issues and life transitions. Under clinical supervision, he helps clients develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and relational challenges while creating a supportive therapeutic environment.
Questions
Do you offer telehealth counseling sessions?
Yes, we provide telehealth appointments for clients who prefer virtual sessions or need remote access to counseling services.
Are your counselors Christians?
All our therapists identify as Christian but respect diverse beliefs, offering faith-integrated counseling only when requested by clients.
How do I choose the right therapist?
Review counselor profiles on our website detailing specialties and therapeutic approaches, or contact our office for personalized recommendations.
What are your office hours?
Administrative staff are available 9 AM-5 PM Mon-Thu; counselors offer appointments 7 AM-8 PM Mon-Sat at various locations.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as out-of-network providers; clients receive documentation for potential insurance reimbursement but we don't bill insurers directly.
Can I schedule appointments online?
Yes, our portal allows scheduling for existing clients; new clients should contact our office to arrange initial appointments.
