Do you have ruminations that are self-critical? Do you avoid going out or joining social activities? Or maybe you become overwhelmed by anger, fear, shame, dread? Life doesn't have to be that hard. I believe that our behavior patterns are old ways of surviving difficult situations. I bring years of personal and professional experiences an
The clients that I tend to work with struggle with anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and poor self-image. However, they want to create change. While there are often the big picture issues we are working through, often there is more nuance to the issues such as perfectionism or attachment issues causing anxiety; burnout or unresolved tra
Working with you, alongside you, and for YOU, to take care of the emotional wellbeing that defines YOU.
Life can present some difficult challenges. With the right support, these can be an incredible opportunity to grow. I offer deep empathy and active listening skills. I meet you where you are, and assist you in developing strength based techniq
Accepting New Clients! You are tired of the constant worry and doubt. You find yourself spending a lot of time trying to calm the thoughts but the relief doesn’t last long. Maybe a major change or unexpected transition is affecting your focus and ability to complete tasks on time. I know it can feel scary to reach out to a therapist so I imag
The relationship between a patient and his or her therapist is the most influential aspect for the long-term effectiveness of therapy. My ability to feel and communicate genuine empathy and understanding is critical to fostering an atmosphere in which a person feels safe enough and trusting enough to attend to his or her most fundamental struggles
In my practice I focus on the providing you with the support you need at the moment. I have extensive background in CBT and DBT and am able to bring the skills and strategies that are needed in your specific situation. From depression to anxiety to PTSD to struggling with your kids I have a variety of techniques to help you through it.
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We all have challenges that hold us back and keep us from living our best life. Maybe you have been disappointed, experienced loss, trauma, or rejection. Perhaps you have struggled with divorce, anxiety, isolation, or low self-esteem. You may be going through a difficult transition. I offer a blend of tools to help you begin to feel better. I bri
Kristen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), practicing in the DC metro area since 2017. Through her practice, Kristen offers a compassion-focused, client-centered, interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused approach. Kristen is passionate about working with clients to help them c
I counsel individuals, families, couples, and children. My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationships concerns, family conflict, and grief. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves so that they can improve their relationships and quality of life. I tailor my approach to the needs of each client
I believe that my mission in life is to help others by providing the space in which they can share their struggles and concerns without judgment. Life is difficult, and more than anything else, I think we all crave to be listened to. I enjoy listening, and I like to help others to listen, too. By listening carefully we can create deep connection wi
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