Hi. I'm Kristalene.
I'm glad you have reached out and are seeking help and support from BetterHelp. I know how hard it can be to find the right person to work with and I want to let you know a little about me to help you decide if I am the right person for you.
I am an independent clinical social worker licensed in the state of Washington, Oregon, and Colorado. I have worked in mental health helping people improve their lives and reach their goals for over 36 years. I specialize in a range of issues including recovery from narcissistic abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationships, and work conflict, as well as other mental health concerns.
I believe that the way you heal and achieve your goals is a product of the working relationship that we develop together. We have all had experiences in our lives that have challenged, hurt, and impacted us in a way that hinders our ability to move forward. I have the tools to help you see the barriers and develop the skills to move past the pain and on to a future that is brighter and better than it is today. My commitment to you is I will stay by your side throughout the healing process.
I have appointments available and ready for you to schedule. I review messages daily and try to respond quickly. I am available via video, phone, chat, and text, whatever works best for you. You can also check out my web site at www.kristalene.com
I look forward to meeting and working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kristalene Pitts-Palmerton. 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.
Kristalene has been such a blessing during my divorce and healing journey. She is an excellent listener and validates my feelings and has helped me navigate the issues I've had to deal with this year and I look forward to our sessions
Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with Kristalene for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Intuitive and a fantastic communicator, she understands me. I feel heard.
Written on Nov 20, 2024 after therapy with Kristalene for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Kristalene is wise, kind, authentic, and responsive. She is the therapist I've been waiting to find.
Written on Oct 14, 2024 after therapy with Kristalene for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coaching
She quickly made sure I was referred to someone who specializes in what I need and that speaks volumes about how amazing her professionalism is. Thank you
Written on Nov 12, 2020 after therapy with Kristalene for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Kristalene has helped me a great deal. She is a good listener. She asks for clarification. She offers realistic solutions. I sense that she cares. I value my time with her!
Written on Oct 09, 2020 after therapy with Kristalene for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and compassion fatigue
I've had 2 sessions and I already adore this site. I've needed some help recently and I've gotten some advice that really helps.. I was scared to join therapy for the longest time, but I do not regret it. Best decision I've made in a while
Written on Sep 04, 2020 after therapy with Kristalene for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigu