Onward
Counseling & Training
Empowering individuals through compassionate counseling, fitness, and martial arts, fostering resilience, self-discovery, and holistic well-being in every aspect of life.
About Me
My mantra is “the mind is secondary”, which implies that something else is primary. For me the answer is “heart”, because something done without love isn’t worth doing. This is the intentionality I bring to both personal fitness and mental health with clients I’m working with – in either case I hope to help build a more resilient and fulfilled version of you.
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor
- Member of LPCAGA
- BJJ Black Belt
- PN1 Sport Nutirtion Coach
- BioForce Certified Conditioning Coach
Services
Life can be unpredictable and challenging. Sometimes we know something needs to change. Sometimes we just need a place to start and someone to listen. I specialize in working with athletes, first responders, and health care workers.
Fitness is a creative process I use to develop autnomous athletes and help them gain insight into themselves and cultivate their capabilities. Through training we explore our physicality and our psychology, alleviate our ailements, and develop what moves and inspires us.
Submission grappling offers a unique opportunity for experiential stress management and self-discovery as well as being one of the world’s premiere martial arts. Available in-person only at Integrity BJJ.
I provide online synchronous and asynchronous CE trainings for counselors. The Thinkific platform also features “learn at your own pace” fitness training programs.
Reviews
Bruce Grant, PsyD
I've had the privilege of working alongside Austin and I can say without hesitation that he brings a rare and invaluable blend of tenacity, deep conceptual thinking, and sincere human kindness to his clinical work.
Quan Smith, LPC, CPCS
Austin's holistic approach blends therapy with fitness and nutrition, creating a unique space for athletes and first responders. His warmth, expertise, and focus on resilience make him the guide you need to navigate growth and build your best self!
Verified Client
What initially drew me to Austin was actually noticing his cauliflower ear in his photo. Having been around others with an MMA/Grappling background, I knew that having someone in my corner who has skill in these sports would likely be a good fit. Austin has proven himself as someone who holds you accountable and isn't afraid to call it like he sees it. He talks with you instead of at you, and guides instead of leads. His no-nonsense approach helps each session feel worthwhile and progressive.
Verified Client
I chose Austin because his bio stated he had experience working with PTSD and I was struggling tremendously at the time with that. He has been instrumental in my own healing journey in every aspect. He has provided me with the tools to help myself through acute crisis as well as long term stabilization. I barely recognize myself (in a good way) a year later and feel that Austin was a huge part of that success.
Verified Client
I have really enjoyed my time in therapy with Austin, he’s helped very much already and I look forward to exploring further. He is grounded, goal oriented, analytical and open minded. With 10+ years of experience in the field, he’s ready to support you through everything from deep trauma processing to managing day to day stressors.
Verifired Client
I have now had 4 appointments with Austin and he does a wonderful job of getting to the root of issues and providing real life applicable solutions. I would highly recommend Austin to anyone looking for a therapist.
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