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

Mental Health Counselor - Psychotherapy
Private Practice
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.
Coach and Personal Trainer - Fitness
Integrity BJJ and Fitness
Fitness is a creative process I use to develop autonomous athletes with insight into themselves and cultivate their capabilities. Available remote and in person at Integirty BJJ.
Black Belt / Coach - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Integrity BJJ and Fitness
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.
Counselor Training and Education - Education
Thinkific
I provide online synchronous and asynchronous CE trainings for counselors.

Reviews

Bruce Grant, PsyD
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
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
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
Verified Client
Went well, offered more insight as always. Pushed me to be more open with myself ect.
Verified Client
Verified Client
He's been nothing but extremely helpful. Very knowledgeable and considerate, I would recommend Austin to anyone.
Verified Client
Verified Client
Austin's been a great listener, and he's helped me see things from a different perspective. Definitely recommend.

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