Karin Amador

MS, LPC-Associate, NCC • Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

In-person only

About

As a first-generation Latina and bilingual therapist, Karin Amador brings a unique perspective to her practice, offering a safe and affirming space for clients to explore their challenges and grow. With a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from A&M University-Central Texas and a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from UT Austin, Karin combines her academic background with a deep understanding of cultural nuances to provide comprehensive support to her clients.

Karin specializes in helping women and adolescents navigate life transitions, anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, and stress. As an LPC-Associate under the supervision of Jennifer Buffalo, MA, LPC-S, LMFT, she is particularly committed to making therapy accessible to BIPOC individuals. Her approach addresses societal pressures, generational trauma, relationship difficulties, and perfectionism, empowering clients to heal and grow while honoring their unique backgrounds.

Utilizing an integrative approach, Karin combines Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy techniques to help clients achieve their personal goals. She also incorporates mindfulness, self-compassion, psychoeducation, and art therapy to support clients in building self-awareness, healthy boundaries, and sustainable coping skills. Her aim is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment where clients feel affirmed while exploring their thoughts, feelings, and life experiences.

Karin's passion for reducing mental health stigma is evident in her approach to therapy. She recognizes the importance of intersectionality in shaping clients' experiences and strives to create a space where individuals can show up as their authentic selves. Her background as a first-generation American informs her understanding of the unique challenges faced by immigrant families and multicultural individuals.

When not in her role as a therapist, Karin enjoys her favorite form of self-care: sipping a cup of tea in the company of her beloved pets - a massive Great Pyrenees, a goofy Labrador, and a sassy Shih Tzu. This balance of professional dedication and personal rejuvenation allows her to bring a fresh, empathetic perspective to each therapy session, ready to support clients on their journey towards a more fulfilling life.

Qualifications

Education

  • Master of Science
  • Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, TX
  • Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, TX

Certifications, Memberships & Training

  • National Certified Counselor

State Licenses

  • Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

Specialties & Expertise

Specializations

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues

State Licenses

  • Texas

Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities

  • Racial Justice Allied

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Locations

Luminary Counseling - Austin Office
6633 E Hwy 290, suite 110
Austin, TX 78723

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