What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Enjoyed our conversation and easy to talk to. Will be looking forward to next steps in our future appointments. ”
Robert M.Less than 6 months agoVideo visit
“Just completed my first session. Don’t have a lot of experience. However, couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to therapy. Kind, understanding, empathetic, and fully engaged. Just lovely, really.”
Jason R.Less than 1 year ago
About Austin Dowling
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Self Esteem Issues
Anxiety
Life Transition
Stress
Depression
Men's Mental Health Issues
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Dialectical (DBT)
Strength-Based
Psychoanalytic
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
GayLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Austin Dowling
By the time many people find my office, they've become very skilled at fronting up in life, managing a successful career or taking care of others. Therapy becomes one place where they can finally become curious about themselves.
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I spent many years in senior leadership roles in corporate law and investment banking. That experience means I understand, from the inside, the pressures that often accompany responsibility—leading teams, making difficult decisions, balancing competing demands, and carrying expectations that aren't always visible to the people around you. Many professionals tell me it's a relief not to have to explain that world before we can begin the real work.
I'm a psychotherapist who enjoys working with thoughtful adults who are wondering why life feels harder than it "should." Many of my clients have successful careers, loving families, and plenty to be grateful for, yet still find themselves struggling with anxiety, relationship patterns, burnout, loneliness, grief, or a quiet feeling that they've somehow lost touch with themselves.
Others are navigating one of life's bigger chapters: a marriage changing, exploring sexuality, changing family roles & relationships, a career transition, or simply asking, "Is this really how I want the next part of my life to look?"
My job is to help you understand yourself more clearly, loosen the grip of old patterns, and create a life that feels more authentic and more like your own.
People often describe my style as warm, thoughtful, collaborative, and gently challenging. We laugh sometimes. We also have conversations that matter.
Therapy doesn't require you to have everything figured out. If it did, none of us would qualify. It does, however, invite us to be curious and open.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You don't need to arrive with a perfect explanation of what's wrong.
In fact, many people start therapy with nothing more than a vague feeling that something isn't quite working anymore.
We'll get curious together.
Sometimes we'll focus on practical tools that make everyday life easier. Other times we'll slow down and explore the deeper patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, or the way you relate to yourself.
I'm not particularly interested in turning therapy into an endless conversation about problems. I'm much more interested in helping you leave each session seeing yourself—and your life—a little differently.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Starting therapy is awkward. You're about to tell a complete stranger things you may not have said out loud before, so it's worth finding someone you genuinely click with. The first session is really just a conversation.
I'll ask questions. You'll ask questions. We'll get a sense of whether we're a good fit.
If we decide to work together, therapy tends to become an ongoing process of noticing things that were previously invisible. The goal isn't simply to feel better for an hour each week—it's to gradually develop more freedom, more flexibility, and more choice in everyday life.
There's no script. Every person brings a different story, and I adapt my approach accordingly.
My approach includes Relational Psychoanalysis, which means that I help clients to identify what is behind patterns of thought and behavior, for example how they show up in relationships or why similar patterns repeat in our lives. I also apply Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which focuses on developing the skills to mindfully experience and manage our feelings, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy which focuses on thought patterns in our daily lives.
Austin Dowling, MEd is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 50 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
We provide a monthly superbill to enable clients to claim out of network reimbursement from their insurance provider.
We offer sliding scale fees.
Contact us to explore an initial complimentary 15 minute consultation (please do not book a full appointment here if requesting 15 minute introductory consultation).
Office location
Austin Dowling, MEd also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- City University of New York, Hunter College, Master's in Education
- Trinity College, Bachelor's
- University of Sydney, Bachelor's
Professional memberships
- American Mental Health Counselors Association
NPI number
1811625866
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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18 reviews
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Enjoyed our conversation and easy to talk to. Will be looking forward to next steps in our future appointments.
Less than 6 months agoRobert M.Verified patientVideo visit
Awesome first experience and conversation. Already booking future appointments.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
First consult - very approachable, optimistic outlook.
More than 1 year agoAS
Just completed my first session. Don’t have a lot of experience. However, couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to therapy. Kind, understanding, empathetic, and fully engaged. Just lovely, really.
Less than 1 year agoJason R.Verified patient
I really enjoyed working with Austin. He was patient and super easy to talk to. He listened carefully, was empathetic, and gave very good suggestions of ways to approach situations. I worked with him for about a year, and would highly recommend Austin to anyone considering working with him
More than 1 year agoMZ
Good listener and asks great questions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Went in person in midtown. Good experience - he's alert and challenging. I didn't get a sense that he jumps to conclusions or oversimplifies things.
More than 1 year agoEK
Austin is an excellent therapist! He's very caring and has sympathy and empathy towards his patients. I found him warm, welcoming, and very easy to talk to.
More than 1 year agoHP
Austin is a joy to work with and he's so warm and easy to talk to that it sets the stage for therapy to organically take place. Austin is a very experienced professional who has a background in a few different modalities which allows for treatment to be tailored to the client.
More than 1 year agoAT
Really enjoyed my experience working with Austin. Would highly recommend to someone looking for compassionate and patient provider.
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Is Austin Dowling accepting new patients?
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Does Austin Dowling accept my insurance?
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What practice does Austin Dowling work with?
Austin Dowling works with The Insight Studio.
Where is Austin Dowling's office located?
Austin Dowling has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Austin Dowling's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Austin Dowling?
Austin Dowling frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Austin Dowling on their profile.
What languages does Austin Dowling speak?
Austin Dowling speaks English.
How do patients rate Austin Dowling in reviews?
18 patients have reviewed Austin Dowling. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.