Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy in Austin
At Catalyst Psychotherapy, we prioritize your journey toward healing and self-discovery. With over a decade of experience in social work and mental health counseling, our team combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to address complex challenges like trauma, addiction, and relationship struggles. Our licensed therapists utilize evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to create personalized paths for growth.Specializing in trauma-informed care and LGBTQIA+ support, we foster safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients build resilience and reconnect with their inner strength. Backed by national board certification and Texas state licensure, we uphold the highest ethical standards while offering flexible payment options and insurance partnerships to ensure accessible, client-centered care.
Services
Individual Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Addiction Counseling
LGBTQIA+ Support
Transition Letters
Highlights and features
- Licensed and nationally board-certified therapists
- Specialized in trauma-informed care and LGBTQIA+ support
- Combines EMDR with Internal Family Systems therapy
- Accepts major insurance providers including BCBS PPO
- 10+ years experience in social work and addiction recovery
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health sessions address anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our therapists use collaborative approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve emotional wellness through weekly 50-minute sessions tailored to individual needs.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma-informed care utilizes EMDR and complementary techniques to process distressing experiences. We help clients rebuild emotional safety and establish healthy boundaries while addressing PTSD symptoms and complex trauma patterns in a supportive therapeutic environment.
Addiction Counseling
Holistic addiction recovery focuses on rebuilding self-connection and healthy relationships. Our approach addresses underlying emotional patterns while developing sustainable coping mechanisms, combining clinical expertise with compassionate support for long-term recovery success.
LGBTQIA+ Support
Culturally competent therapy creates safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals. We specialize in identity exploration, relationship challenges, and overcoming systemic shame through affirming practices that celebrate diverse gender expressions and sexual orientations.
Transition Letters
Professional WPATH-standard letters for gender transition or legal name changes. This service includes comprehensive assessment and notarized documentation to support clients' identity affirmation needs with medical and legal institutions.
People
Brian Killworth
Licensed Therapist
Brian Killworth holds a Master's in Professional Counseling and 10+ years of social work experience. Specializing in trauma recovery and LGBTQIA+ care, he uses EMDR and Narrative Therapy to guide clients toward healing while maintaining national board certification and Texas licensure.
Marilyn Ramirez
Therapist
Marilyn Ramirez, LMSW, provides bilingual trauma-focused therapy with expertise in LGBTQIA+ mental health. Her Master's in Social Work and Texas licensure support specialized care for clients navigating complex emotional challenges and identity-related stressors.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual counseling using EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems for trauma, addiction, and LGBTQIA+ support with personalized treatment plans.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept BCBS PPO, United Healthcare, Optum, Cigna, and Oscar insurance plans. Contact us to verify your specific coverage details.
Are transition-related services available?
Yes, we offer WPATH-standard transition and legal name change letters as part of our LGBTQIA+ affirming care services.
What are session costs?
Individual therapy sessions and transition letters both cost $120 per 50-minute session. Payment options include credit/debit cards and cash.
