Reaching out to schedule an initial therapy session can be intimidating. For this reason, my priority as a therapist is to provide a safe and confidential space for my clients in which they can share and feel heard and understood. I am passionate about providing to each individual a unique and creative therapeutic approach to meet their specific goals and needs.
My approach incorporates cognitive behavioral, expressive arts, and solution-focused techniques. The intention behind my work is to help my clients build self-confidence and increase self-awareness, thus enhancing their potential to attain personal goals in therapy and make desired positive change in their lives.
My counseling experience includes assisting individuals with life transitions, grief, anxiety, communication, depression, infertility, stress management, relationship difficulties, and addictive behaviors. I also see clients who are experiencing perinatal and post-partum anxiety and/or depression. During my 25-year career, I have worked in a variety of therapy settings, including private practice, hospice care, public mental health agencies, and treatment centers.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues
DC LICSW LC200002637
VA LCSW 0904008573
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Kristen is really great and has helped me a lot. Probably the best therapist I’ve had.
Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Kristen is a remarkable listener and quick to accurately assess my concerns and issues. She is empathetic, remembers from session to session, and provides terrific advice. Her sense of humor is an added bonus.
Written on May 01, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
One of the best people to talk to! She truly listens to what you have to say and addresses it in a kind but powerful way, challenging you to ask further prompting questions to yourself.
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Absolutley the right person to help me. Easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable and super responsive!
Written on Feb 10, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
A blessing. Listens attentively and helps me stay focused on the goal of getting better.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She won't waste your time if you're not very compatible, but she is good about challenging your predispositions
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd