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Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S

Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78735
Let's Connect (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
At Golden Paws Counseling Services PLLC, my therapy dog, Deuce, and I partner to deliver trauma-informed interventions as a counseling team for children, adolescents, parents, and adults. Certified animal-assisted counseling can range from empowering clients with calming techniques, building social skills and expressing emotions, navigating changes and transitions, to help with overcoming challenges and building resilience.
I believe in a strength-based approach that is positive and collaborative. Expressive and experiential animal-assisted activities can help build coping strategies, communication skills, and a sense of self-efficacy that can be readily applied to everyday life.
Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation. I would love to learn more about your needs and how we can partner to support your journey. My practice includes both animal-assisted and non animal-assisted counseling. I look forward collaborating with you to foster growth and healing and to help you thrive.
Call or Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (512) 337-4027

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Austin, TX 78735

(512) 337-4027
Accepting new clients. Evening and weekend sessions are available. Also accepting LPC Associates seeking LPC Supervision.
$150 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Meet Deuce!
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Let's Connect (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Austin, TX 78735

(512) 337-4027
Accepting new clients. Evening and weekend sessions are available. Also accepting LPC Associates seeking LPC Supervision.
$150 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Meet Deuce!
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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I accept self-pay clients and can provide a Superbill to help with reimbursement. I offer a discounted rate for military, first responders, and educators.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
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I accept self-pay clients and can provide a Superbill to help with reimbursement. I offer a discounted rate for military, first responders, and educators.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 12337 Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
  • Degree/Diploma from Baylor University, B.A. in Psychology
  • Attended University of Texas at Austin, Master of Education in Educational Psy./Counseling
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Special Education Certification, Counselor Certification, and Elem. Teaching Certification; extensive experience on MTSS (RtI) teams and as 504 Coordinator. Strong knowledge of age-appropriate developmental tasks, protective factors, and school interventions to mitigate barriers to success.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
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Special Education Certification, Counselor Certification, and Elem. Teaching Certification; extensive experience on MTSS (RtI) teams and as 504 Coordinator. Strong knowledge of age-appropriate developmental tasks, protective factors, and school interventions to mitigate barriers to success.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 337-4027
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Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Do these issues align with your needs? or (512) 337-4027
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Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S

3 Endorsements

Kara Lucas
Kara Lucas
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC-S
Karen and Deuce create an environment where clients feel empowered to embrace their individual strengths and work towards their life goals. Through a collaborative approach, Karen cultivates her clients' abilities to build resilience and truly thrive!
Haileigh Pettigrew
Haileigh Pettigrew
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPCNCCCSC
Karen and Deuce work together to help all clients with their individual needs in a safe, calm, and nurturing space. Karen has extensive experience and collaborates with clients to overcome lifes challenges while fostering resilience, growth, and healing.
Katelyn Williams
Katelyn Williams
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC-SRPT-S™NCC
Karen, along w/ her therapy dog Duece, are extremely approachable and welcoming! Karen is an incredible resource for clients who are navigating school interventions or working to overcome life's obstacles from a practical and strengths-focused perspective.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Animal-Assisted Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Elements of CBT may be used to identify and address "faulty cognitions." Solution-focused counseling techniques capitalize on clients' strengths and focus on practical problem-solving. I believe in creating a welcoming environment that celebrates diversity and fosters authenticity.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
"
Elements of CBT may be used to identify and address "faulty cognitions." Solution-focused counseling techniques capitalize on clients' strengths and focus on practical problem-solving. I believe in creating a welcoming environment that celebrates diversity and fosters authenticity.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S

Location

Primary Location

Austin, TX 78735

(512) 337-4027
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Accepting new clients. Evening and weekend sessions are available. Also accepting LPC Associates seeking LPC Supervision.
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
"
Accepting new clients. Evening and weekend sessions are available. Also accepting LPC Associates seeking LPC Supervision.
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 337-4027
Photo of Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen Jones - Animal Assisted Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S