Marquis Who's Who Millennium Magazine

229 A Marquis Who's Who Magazine P sychotherapists like Bertha Kondrak use a variety of techniques to help clients overcome mental illnesses, including depression, post-traumatic stress, bipolar disorder, addiction or obsessive disorders. Ms. Kondrak has been in private practice for over 20 years in the Austin, Texas, area, working with a number of different populations while utilizing multiple resources. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and a Master of Science in social work from the University of Texas in 1971 and 1984, respectively. While in the process of receiving a master’s degree, she became a case supervisor for the Meridell Achievement Center in Austin from 1972 to 1989. After leaving the organization, she established her private practice, which has been opened to the public since 1989. She then became a professor at Central Texas College, where she could help other aspiring psychotherapists achieve their goals. As a clinical instructor and psychotherapist, Ms. Kondrak enjoys connecting with students and clients while providing the help they need. Ms. Kondrak served as president of Central Texas College’s Central Campus faculty senate from 2011 to 2012, president-elect from 2010 to 2011, and secretary from 2009 to 2010. She was also president of the Systems-Centered Training and Research Institute from 2003 to 2010. She remains active in her field as a member of the Texas Community College Teachers Association. Outside of work, Ms. Kondrak enjoys camping and has done so since she was a teenager with both friends and family. She loves to travel and has been to Europe, Korea, Turkey and Mexico. She plans to embark upon her first cruise soon and looks forward to traveling in the years to come. As a person who believes in empowerment, she knows that anyone can make the changes they want to make. Bertha Kondrak Psychotherapist Central Texas College Killeen, TX