Austin Whitman, M.A. – Teen & Young Adult Therapist in Orange County

Austin Whitman, AMFT, is a passionate therapist who works especially well with teens, young adults, and individuals looking for a more interactive, creative, and values-based approach to therapy. His work is grounded in humanistic and existential principles, focusing on helping clients make sense of their lives, manage emotions, and build fulfilling paths forward.

Austin creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their identity, mental health challenges, and inner strengths. Whether you’re facing anxiety, grief, self-harm, life transitions, or simply trying to figure out who you are, Austin integrates talk therapy with experiential tools like art, music, games, and physical activity to keep therapy grounded, meaningful, and engaging.

He is trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, and person-centered therapy (Rogerian Therapy), allowing him to meet clients where they are and support growth from the inside out. His therapeutic style is approachable, creative, and deeply rooted in connection.

Austin is supervised by Kathleen "Kay" Wenger, M.A., LMFT #38183, LPCC #1450. He offers sessions in Laguna Beach and online via Telehealth.

Who I Work Best With: I work best with teens, young adults, and creative individuals who are navigating emotional ups and downs, identity questions, or major life transitions. I especially enjoy helping clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves and are looking for a space to explore, reset, and grow.

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, grief, self-harm, or just need someone to walk alongside you through the chaos, I’m here to help you build a path forward that feels authentic and empowering.