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Krista Olson, LCSW-C, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues Depression
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About me

Welcome! I am so glad you're here.

A safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment is key to bringing about the change clients are seeking in their lives and in their relationships. Creating that kind of environment in counseling is my primary goal. Additionally, I bring a breadth of training and experience that allows me to utilize a blend of approaches to counseling dealing with a wide range of concerns. My approach is eclectic—tailored to each client's unique needs.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important element of a helpful counseling experience. As such, I am actively engaged with clients and believe strongly in a collaborative and respectful relationship. Your issues, concerns, personal history, and worldview will inform our work together. My theoretical orientation is integrative and strength based—and I will strive to provide a safe and consistent relationship with you while challenging you to examine how you relate with the world around you.

I hold a Master's Degree in Urban Studies, Policy Analysis and a Master's of Social Work Degree from Southern Connecticut State University. In my clinical experience I have counseled individual adults, groups, couples, and families. I have worked in a community counseling center, private practice setting, and a long-term care facility. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Florida, a Licensed Certified Social Worker, Clinical, (LCSW-C) in the State of Maryland, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Connecticut. I also hold a designation of Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. We all need to feel connected and heard. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!


Office Hours:
Monday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Professional experience

15yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues Depression

Additional areas of focus: Grief, Self esteem, Aging and geriatric issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Family problems, Forgiveness, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

MD LCSW-C 24576

FL LCSW SW9329

CT LCSW 11653

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Krista Olson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Krista is an amazing therapist. She listens, is empathetic and has great suggestions. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of mental health help.

Written on Oct 02, 2023 after therapy with Krista for 3 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

…she is a therapist who responds very fast and gives very good advice. Thank you very much

Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Krista for 3 years and 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues

Krosta is great

Written on May 22, 2022 after therapy with Krista for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions

Krista is amazing!! She will take time to listen to everything I say and never rushes me. Even when things are busy she does her best to ask questions and be present even when we’re not on live sessions. Krista is truly looking out for my best interest and always checks in to make sure I’m doing well or working towards that.

Written on Oct 11, 2021 after therapy with Krista for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Great counselor

Written on May 21, 2021 after therapy with Krista for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder

I am so grateful to have Krista. As a person who struggled with anxiety, whenever I’m feeling anxious I love having the flexibility of messaging Krista whenever. She always has great suggestions and it feels like she is a friend who always supports me. I would absolutely recommend her services.

Written on May 02, 2021 after therapy with Krista for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd