Jim Dauster specializes in helping clients who have been stuck in old patterns and responses, particularly those who have attempted therapy before but still encounter the same barriers. His expertise centers on supporting individuals navigating the fractured realms of dissociation and DID, the tangled threads of addiction, and the silent burdens of masculinity.
Jim's approach goes beyond symptom management to help clients discover their untapped strength and wisdom, reclaiming their authentic selves. He emphasizes that therapy isn't about giving advice but rather creating a space to uncover one's inner wisdom, strength, resilience, and insight. Using the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and ego-state work, Jim helps clients gently approach and process defense mechanisms that once served as protection but may no longer serve them.
Despite addressing profound issues, Jim incorporates humor, irreverence, and playfulness into his practice. He focuses on developing habits, tools, and behaviors rooted in the neurobiology of healing, helping clients reconnect with lost aspects of themselves—including playful, joyful, and nurturing elements. Through this work, old defenses soften, allowing clients to feel more aligned, authentic, and capable of living a meaningful life filled with connection and joy.
Jim Dauster's Workplace

Austin Location
805 W 10th St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78701
Our downtown Austin center offers a full range of psychotherapy services, mind-body practices, and intensive retreats in a serene, accessible setting.




