Dakota Becker, LPC, RPT™, NCC, IPT-CST

Sep 27

(She/Her/Hers)

3-8 Years | 9-12 Years | 13-18 Years | Family

Dakota is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Play Therapist™ (RPT™), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Institute of Play Therapy Certified Sandtray Therapist (IPT-CST). She received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of North Texas through their nationally recognized play therapy program and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development.

With years of experience working with children of diverse abilities and backgrounds, Dakota brings a deep understanding of supporting individuals through developmental, emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges. Prior to becoming a therapist, she worked in early childhood education as a teacher in an inclusive classroom, creating spaces where children of all abilities could thrive. Her clinical work has further strengthened her commitment to ensuring children and families feel seen, valued, and supported. Dakota specializes in working with children experiencing developmental disorders, grief and loss, family and life transitions, and emotional or behavioral concerns.

Dakota is deeply committed to creating environments where all identities, abilities, and lived experiences are celebrated. She is passionate about fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, both in her professional practice and in her personal life. Dakota recognizes the importance of continually doing her own work—unlearning biases, growing in cultural humility, and creating and advocating for spaces for others to feel safe and respected.

Her therapeutic approach is rooted in child-centered play therapy and expressive arts, where she focuses on building genuine, collaborative relationships with her clients. She believes in the healing power of allowing children the freedom to fully express themselves and works closely with caregivers to address the unique needs of each family.

Originally from the Dallas area, Dakota moved to Austin with her family in 2019. As a parent of a toddler, she enjoys exploring all that Austin has to offer while balancing the joys and challenges of parenthood.

DAKOTA IS PARTICULARLY WELL-SUITED TO SUPPORT FAMILIES:

With young children (and their parents) who are processing and adjusting to various transitions in their life, including but not limited to: divorce, family roles, mental health concerns, or developmental or medical diagnosis
Who desire working with a therapist who is passionate about creating an inclusive space and working with children and families who are in need of support as the result of having a child with special needs, sensory concerns, or developmental delays
Who believe in letting the child take the lead and want to pursue a relationship with a clinician trained in Child-centered Play Therapy (CCPT), Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) and Sandtray Therapy

DAKOTA WORKS AT OUR SPICEWOOD OFFICE LOCATION AND OFFERS VIRTUAL AND WALK & TALK SESSIONS. ALL SESSIONS ARE 45 MINUTES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. HER RATES ARE THE FOLLOWING:

Individual Session $215
Initial Consult, Parent Consult, Parent Coaching $230
Family Session $250

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:

ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Autism
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Developmental Disorders
Divorce
Family Conflict

Grief
Learning Disabilities
LGBTQIA+
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

DAKOTA’S FAVORITES:

Favorite board game: SkipBo, not so much a board game but it is a favorite game in my house.
Favorite ice cream flavor: Rocky Road
Favorite animal: Dogs
Favorite children’s book: My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss
Favorite color: Black
Favorite place in Austin: Barton Creek Greenbelt Trails
Favorite holiday: Christmastime
I feel happiest when: Surrounded by friends and family
If I had a superpower it would be: Teleportation
Place I feel most safe/calm/comfortable: At the beach or comfy in my bed