Nicholas Dezso, LPC, Therapist in Austin, Texas

Nicholas Dezso helps teens and adults build practical skills to manage life’s challenges, improve emotional well-being, and create meaningful change. As a therapist with LifeStance Health, he provides individual and group therapy for patients throughout Texas, supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Nicholas believes that effective therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to move toward their personal goals. Nicholas has a particular interest in helping individuals work through anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma. He understands how these concerns can affect relationships, work, school performance, and overall quality of life. Using a compassionate and collaborative approach, he helps patients identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck while developing strategies that foster resilience, confidence, and lasting growth. His treatment style integrates evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based approaches. Nicholas works with teens and adults facing a variety of concerns, including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), grief, gender identity exploration, and men’s issues, while also providing support for additional mental health needs. He partners with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their strengths, values, and unique life experiences. Nicholas earned degrees from Hendrix College and St. Edward’s University, where he developed a strong foundation in counseling and mental health care. His clinical approach combines professional expertise with genuine curiosity about each person’s story, helping patients gain insight and practical tools to navigate challenges both in and outside of therapy. Outside of his clinical work, Nicholas enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer, and following UT football and New Orleans Saints football. These interests help him maintain balance and connection, values he encourages his patients to cultivate in their own lives.