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Welcome!

If you are concerned about a child you love, you are in the right place. We specialize in helping little kids with BIG feelings, helping bigger kids with BIGGER feelings, and helping ‘tweens & teens with ALL the feelings.

It’s easy for kids (and adults) to get overwhelmed with strong emotions and not know exactly how to manage them or what to do next. That’s where Kind Therapy Austin come in!

Our approach is warm, supportive, and aimed at figuring out how to help your child find some relief so that positive changes can happen. We also coach and support parents as they walk beside their children through life’s ups and downs.

Specialties:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief & Loss
  • Poor Self-Esteem
  •  Emotional Regulation
  • Behavioral Challenges
  • Coping Skills
  • Mindfulness
  • School Concerns
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Changes & Transitions
  • Peer Relationship Issues
  • Growth Mindset
  • Social-Emotional Learning
  • Comprehensive Sexual Health Education

Meet Our Staff

Kristen Felter, LCSW-S

Kristen Felter, LCSW-S

If you are a parent who is concerned about a child you love, you are in the right place. My specialty is working with kids and teens ages 3-19 who are coping with big feelings. This may include emotional issues, behavioral problems, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, school problems, peer relationship issues, dating, stress, perfectionism, life adjustments, or family conflict. I also coach and support parents as they walk beside their children through life's ups and downs. My approach is kind, supportive, and focused on meeting your family's needs.
Briana Benavides, LMSW

Briana Benavides, LMSW

With training in play-based, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches, Bri collaborates closely with caregivers, schools, and other providers to create individualized supports that fit each child’s strengths and context. She specializes in helping children and teens develop emotional regulation, social navigation, and confidence while supporting families in building practical, compassionate strategies.
Taylor Williams, LMSW

Taylor Williams, LMSW

Hello! I'm Taylor, a licensed master social worker with a focus on supporting children from the age of 3 to 18. When your child faces challenges like anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, grief, or the impacts of divorce or foster care/adoption, I connect with them in a supportive way, using strength-based approaches to help them navigate their feelings. I help explore feelings, build confidence, and navigate past experiences. I create a nurturing environment where your child can freely express their thoughts and feelings through play, allowing them to explore and connect with their inner world.
Sol Arana

Sol Arana

Hi I'm Sol (they/he). I am Kind Therapy Austin's Administrative Assistant. I'm excited to join the team as someone who loves detail-oriented work, spreadsheets, and to-do lists, as well as someone with a background in community based social work, resource navigation, office administration and clinical reception. If you have any troubles with your client portal, scheduling, billing questions or other technical issues, I'm your guy.

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