Austin Papasian (They/Them, He/Him)

LICSW
Accepting Clients

Unlock your capacity for joy, connection, and growth. Immediate openings for online sessions in Washington state.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in , WA

Services

About My Clients

I work with adults who are seeking support with finding how they fit into the world. As a queer and trans clinician, I am passionate about providing quality, affirming care to LGBTQIA+ people. I work with clients who are making sense of past abuse, navigating life while being impacted by intersecting oppressions, and renegotiating relationships with habits that no longer serve them.

My Background and Approach

In a session, we might talk, play, help you connect with your body, develop an action plan, dream up a ritual, make art, or drink tea. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My work is informed by feminist, relational, and existential therapies. I bring over 7 years of post-graduate experience supporting clients with complex trauma, compassion fatigue, addiction, exploring gender, sexuality, spirituality, grief, fear, and love. Additionally, I bring over 15 years of experience in social services providing advocacy, case management, and crisis intervention.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Some biases I embrace: The wisdom of our emotions. The wisdom of our bodies. The power of that which is invisible. Disability justice. Fat positivity. Trans and queer positivity. Kink and polyamory positivity. Dismantling white supremacy. Min Yoongi. More compassion. More rest.

I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $170 - 250/session

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