Greetings! I am a certified counselor who works with clients on issues such as communication, control, relationships with self and others, planning and decision-making, self-esteem, coping with changes, and substance abuse. I'm person-centered in my style . I respect my clients and they determine what topics we cover in therapy and how deeply they want to delve into their issues. No matter who you are or where you've been in life, you are important. Your thoughts, feelings and beliefs are valuable guides in the therapeutic process and I am here to help you and support you.
I draw from treatment models such as strengths-based, solution focused lens where my clients and I work together to develop a treatment plan that accomplishes my clients goals. Through cognitive-behavioral therapy I assist clients in exploring relationships between, thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Through CBT, clients reveal the dysfunctional thoughts that lead to self-destructive behaviors and beliefs. I support clients as they try new communication styles, coping mechanisms, mindfulness work, and emotional regulation. Clients can practice how they address issues with loved ones in my presence and I will provide honest feeback.
I live outside of Detroit, Michigan. My hobbies include cooking, yoga, traveling to new places, hiking with my husband and our two dogs. I've experienced many therapies and have had several therapists myself. I enjoy learning about myself and others. Finding the right therapist takes time and courage. With that being said, if you feel you are ready to take the next steps toward a life you enjoy, I am here to support you and walk alongside you celebrating your accomplishments and encouraging through the light and dark times. Change takes time and effort, but it is worth it. I check messages Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST I will reply to you promptly.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Cancer, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Intellectual disability, Life purpose, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kristin Ansel. 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.
Kristin is a great listener, validates my feelings & asks thought provoking questions that make me see things in a different way.
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Kristin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
She always makes me feel safe enough to share.
Written on Mar 23, 2024 after therapy with Kristin for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Kristin really listens and gives spot on feedback. Really valuable
Written on Oct 12, 2023 after therapy with Kristin for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
Awesome
Written on Oct 01, 2023 after therapy with Kristin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Kristin has been very helpful and has given me very good advice.
Written on Jul 30, 2023 after therapy with Kristin for 2 weeks on issues concerning anger management
Kind friendly and understanding
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Kristin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Kristen is very personable and genuine, which is refreshing. As a therapist myself it can be hard to find the right person to be vulnerable with and put your trust in. However, Kristen has been highly skilled from the beginning and I can tell she is doing the work constantly to keep up with her clients needs.
Written on May 17, 2023 after therapy with Kristin for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
I have only met with Kristin three times and she is the best therapist I have had. She truly listens to what issues I have and offers constructive solutions to the problems I have. She also challenges me to reach my goals set in our first meeting and provides resources surrounding my goals. She is truly the best. Thank you so much Kristin.
Written on Apr 05, 2023 after therapy with Kristin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Kristin has been responsive, helpful and has helped me navigate some very difficult situations.
Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Life changing experience, I truly feel heard and supported
Written on Aug 10, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Very thoughtful, considerate, kind, and knowledgeable
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kristin is wonderful! She listens and provides great thoughts and helps to make me a better a person.
Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
I enjoyed the therapy
Written on Apr 28, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I have never felt more comfortable sharing my thoughts, feelings, and emotions with someone before. Not only does she validate what is going through my head, but she also provides feedback that forces me to think in ways that I hadn't prior to our conversation. The main reason I am here is because I feel like I have used all of the tools in my toolbox to feel better and they are not working anymore. Kristin helps me to find new tools or new ways to use the tools I already have to fix my issues and difficulties myself. All in all, I am thoroughly impressed with how exceptional she is at her job and I will continue my sessions with her for the foreseeable future.
Written on Apr 21, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Kristin is a FANTASTIC therapist. Talking to her feels like talking to a friend who gives really great advice. She guides the conversation in a really productive way and if she ever doesn't understand what I'm talking she asks great questions to get there. The only issue is I wish she was available more.
Written on Jan 27, 2022 after therapy with Kristin for 6 months
My Counselor is completely helpful, professional comments professional, supportive, and I feel extremely grateful that I am in good care
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Kristin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Having Kristin as my therapist has really helped me! She really cares about getting you the help you need. Since meeting with her I have noticed change in my everyday life, Thank you Kristin!
Written on Oct 07, 2021 after therapy with Kristin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Kristin is the best counselor ever. I feel extremely lucky and blessed to have been paired up with her.
Written on Feb 08, 2021 after therapy with Kristin for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
Kristin has given me new tools to navigate a stressful time in my life that I will take with me in the future. Talking to her every week has been an effective and enjoyable way to manage my mental health. She is warm, thoughtful, and knows exactly when to dig into a topic that I brought up in jest, leading to realizations I couldn't have come to on my own. I highly recommend her!
Written on Dec 11, 2020 after therapy with Kristin for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
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