Austin Howald
4+ years experience

Austin Howald

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

·MSW, LCSW
4+ years experience
Bloomington, IL, United States
$115
Accepting clients

About

Whether you are navigating anxiety, stress from work or school, depression, men's issues, or any other thing keeping you down, I am prepared to help you through positive change. I firmly believe that everyone has the potential for change and may benefit from some guidance and support. If you are prepared to take the next step towards positive change in your life, I am ready to help you. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to ask any questions about therapy. Seeking help is often difficult and may be confusing at times, I am here to make things simpler for you! I provide both evidence based talk therapy as well as EMDR. I will help you begin to navigate your feelings and subconscious thoughts with greater detail and guide you in changing behaviors to improve your day to day life. I believe in a solution focused approach that relies on you as an expert to your own experience. Specialties: Whether you're struggling with academic stress and pressure, overwhelming anxiety, facing challenges specific to men's mental health, or depression I create a safe space where you can explore these concerns without judgement. Credentials & Experience: I have over 7 years of experience in helping people affected by mental health concerns, substance substance use disorders, and social service needs. I am licensed to provide therapy in Illinois.

"I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to create a personalized approach that honors both your readiness for change and your need for practical tools. This combined approach respects your autonomy while providing you with evidence-based techniques that create lasting transformation at a pace that feels right for you."

I work with

Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults
Seniors
Seniors
Teens
Teens

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

AddictionAlcohol UseAnger Management
AnxietyBehavioral IssuesBipolar DisorderBorderline PersonalityCoping SkillsDepressionDivorceDrug AbuseMen's IssuesPeer RelationshipsPersonality DisordersRelationship IssuesSchool IssuesSuicidal IdeationTrauma and PTSDImpulse Control DisordersMood DisordersThinking Disorders

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
EMDR
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Dialectical (DBT)

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online

$115

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · MSW, LCSW

Austin Howald · Verified November 2025

Education and Years in Practice

Attended University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Master of Social Work in , Graduated 2022

Insurance & Policies

Accepts insurance

I am in network for Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Anthem, and Aetna. I'm taking immediate access appointments and offer both 45-minute and 60-minute options to best fit your needs.

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Location

Austin Howald Counseling, PLLC

Bloomington, IL, 61704

United States

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I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to create a personalized approach that honors both your readiness for change and your need for practical tools. This combined approach respects your autonomy while providing you with evidence-based techniques that create lasting transformation at a pace that feels right for you.

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$115 Per Session
Accepts insurance

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