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Austin Kerker, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Austin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Austin. View 15 reviews
Great news, Austin is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Austin has been amazing since our very first session. He challenges and pushes me with his bow ledge a d feedback. He makes the conversations comfortable and he’s easy to talk to.

Reviewed June 2024

A great therapist who makes himself available. He is flexible and supportive . Would highly recommend.

Reviewed May 2023

More about Austin

  • 11 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Coping with life changes Coaching Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Codependency Control issues Dependent personality Drug and alcohol addiction Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sex addiction Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Austin Kerker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184073967.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW13441 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Austin Kerker

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Austin has been amazing since our very first session. He challenges and pushes me with his bow ledge a d feedback. He makes the conversations comfortable and he’s easy to talk to.

Reviewed June 2024

A great therapist who makes himself available. He is flexible and supportive . Would highly recommend.

Reviewed May 2023

I have been searching for a therapist for a while now, I can’t believe how easy it was with better help to find a good match. Austin is great, he listens and ask those questions that make you think, he has great awareness and will point out distorted thinking and hidden fears, he is not one of those passive counselors who only listen to you talk and ask how did this make you feel. He is engaged and I text him any time some thing comes to my mind and he respond timely. It is like you have a great emotional support at your finger tips.

Reviewed April 2023

He’s been great! 10/10, would recommend.

Reviewed December 2022

Working with Austin is a great experience! I feel like I’m growing in a positive direction and understanding myself more each time.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr.Kay is the best. He will provide you with methods to improve the situations you are in and really takes the time to listen and is very patient. I clicked with him right away and he changed my life.

Reviewed November 2022

Austin is great, he has helped me put my relationship back on track. His analogies are on point. I'd recommend gim to anyone with relationship trouble or even personal doubting issues.

Reviewed September 2022

He's a pretty cool and helpful guy :)

Reviewed August 2022

I like Austin a lot, however after one meeting don’t you think it’s a little early for a survey of this detail?

Reviewed August 2022

Great therapist! He has me understanding a ton more about what's going on within myself.

Reviewed August 2022

Best therapist i have worked with!

Reviewed July 2022

Austin is helping me understand myself on a new level. I have a long way to go, but finally feel like progress is possible.

Reviewed July 2022

Amazing man

Reviewed July 2022

He’s a great help for me. Thankful we were matched up!

Reviewed July 2022

Austin is very attentive and responsive approachable and very understanding, my time with Austin has been all positive and professional

Reviewed June 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Austin Kerker offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Austin Kerker works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Austin Kerker speak?

Austin Kerker speaks English.

How many years of experience does Austin Kerker have?

Austin Kerker has 11 years of experience.

Where is Austin Kerker licensed to practice?

Austin Kerker is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Austin Kerker accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Austin Kerker does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Austin Kerker offer?

Austin Kerker offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Austin Kerker?

Austin Kerker can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Austin Kerker?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.