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Dr. Kimberly Austin, LPC

Licensed counselor specializing in relationships and LGBT care
  • 20 years experience
  • LGBT and relationship care
  • Accepts international clients

About Dr. Kimberly Austin

Dr. Kimberly Austin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi with 20 years of clinical experience. She focuses on relationship and family concerns, LGBT related issues, intimacy and parenting challenges, and a wide range of sexual and relational topics including BDSM, kink, alternative sex culture, polyamory, and sexual dysfunction. Her practice also addresses blended family dynamics, commitment and infidelity concerns, fatherhood and family of origin issues, fertility and gender dysphoria questions, multicultural and veteran-related matters, and other intimacy and identity challenges.

She approaches each person and family with thoughtful attention, helping clients explore thoughts and emotions in a nonjudgmental space where they can consider new ways forward. Dr. Austin emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, guiding people to identify strengths, clarify goals, and take practical steps toward greater fulfillment. Seeking change requires courage, and she aims to support and encourage clients through that process while respecting their values and lived experience.

Dr. Austin holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, a license that indicates formal training and authorization to provide counseling services. She works with individuals and families to address complex interpersonal and identity-related concerns, offering informed, experienced care grounded in two decades of practice.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues

Additional Focus Areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCommitment issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesGender dysphoriaInfidelityMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Kimberly Austin have?

Dr. Kimberly Austin has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Kimberly Austin a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: MS LPC 1811.

In which languages does Dr. Kimberly Austin provide therapy?

Dr. Kimberly Austin provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Kimberly Austin located?

Dr. Kimberly Austin is located in Mississippi.

How can I work with Dr. Kimberly Austin as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Kimberly Austin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Kimberly Austin work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Kimberly Austin works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Kimberly 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people wonder whether working with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that best fits their needs and schedule, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That adaptability makes it easier to include therapy in busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when circumstances change.

Therapists who provide online services are licensed professionals, and if a different fit is desired you can switch providers at any time. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical and effective route to support and growth with trained, licensed professionals.

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