Arón Bautista, MS
Arón Bautista opened the Austin Center for Therapy and Assessment (ACTA) doors for the first time in the summer of 2007. It is his aim to provide the most comfortable and serene environment possible so that ACTA patients can confidently work through their concerns. He addresses patient concerns using a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, solution focused, and rational emotive techniques. In counseling work, he tailors his approach for each client based on their concerns, personality style, developmental level, and the nature of their treatment goals. Mr. Bautista also provides psychological assessment services in conjunction with Dr. Byrne and neuropsychological assessment services under the supervision of Dr. Jim Harrison.He specializes in the assessment and treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, but is also quite competent in assessing and treating other mental health concerns.

Mr. Bautista developed ACTA after years of planning and preparation. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Austin College, a small liberal arts school north of Dallas. He continued his education at the University of North Texas where he completed the Master of Counseling Psychology program. His graduate school external practicum in Dallas, Texas focused primarily on neuropsychological and psychological assessment of adults with various concerns ranging from depression, to learning disabilities, to attention deficit disorder, to brain injuries.

After completing graduate school, Mr. Bautista worked at two private practices in the North Texas area completing internships in adult and child neuropsychological and psychological assessment. During that time, he strengthened his counseling skills, working with diverse populations and age ranges. He also supervised numerous undergraduate and graduate interns, as well as post-graduate interns in assessment work.

Mr. Bautista returned to Austin in 2005 and began working at a private practice in Westlake. During that time, he developed skills in neurofeedback or EEG biofeedback and completed several training programs in the field. Neurotherapy fits in well with Mr. Bautista’s skill set and adds another component of the patient’s life which can be addressed and improved. Currently, he is using neurotherapy services to address attentional problems with children and adults.

Mr. Bautista is a third generation native Austinite with a strong personal connection to the diverse culture, natural beauty, and rich history of the town. When he is not at the practice, he enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs, scuba diving, traveling in Central America, and teaching karate to children and adults.

Mr. Bautista is licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. He is a member of the American Counseling Association and the Austin Neuropsychological Society.