Hi! I’m Kristen, psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher. My practice encourages a deep love for the self which we know elevates our mental, emotional and psychological capacities. When we believe we are worthy, when we believe we can achieve, when we believe we are enough, this is when our foundation is strong enough to be blown about by any
Looking for a therapist can be one of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process. Finding a stranger to share some of your most difficult thoughts and stories with is a huge step, so it's important to first acknowledge that. You should be proud of yourself for starting this process.
Therapy can be the space to make large life changes or
The most basic aspect of therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the patient. This relies on the match between the patient's expectations and the therapist's characteristics as well as on the skill of the therapist in using the relationship to understand and work through the patient's difficulties. With some patients thi
Starting therapy is a brave and healthy decision. I do my best to offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space and to honor each client's individual journey towards health and wholeness. I believe humans are doing the best they can and at times need new tools to meet life's challenges. I affirm the basic goodness of people and the desire t
I enjoy getting to know who people are separate from any type of diagnosis they may have received or problems they are currently experiencing. Thus I take a strengths-based approach to my work, meaning that I help you identify positive qualities and abilities you already possess in order to guide you in using those same assets and capabilities to m
Have you ever found yourself grappling with profound questions about your life's direction? Questions like:
What should I do with my life?
What kind of person do I want to become?
How do I resemble my family, and where do I differ?
What values are most important to me, guiding my life choices?
What type of work aligns with my passions, a
Do you often find yourself feeling stuck within yourself, relationships, or within your environment? My ideal client is ready for change. They are open to creative ideas and new ways of thinking about themselves and the world. I work with clients to gain a stronger sense of self by exploring the ways past and present experiences prevent you from li
How often do you find yourself rehashing uncomfortable moments or regrets? It is so easy to lose yourself and get caught up in trying to meet everyone else’s expectations you can lose sight of your own. Life is full of successes but they can feel overshadowed by disappointments. You want to roll through the ups and downs – to give yours
“What we don’t let out traps us. We think, ‘No one else feels this way, I must be crazy.’ So we don’t say anything. And we become enveloped by a deep loneliness, not knowing where our feelings come from or what to do with them.” - Sabrina Ward Harrison
My name is Kelly, and I want to help you learn to love you
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