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Rated 4.7 stars out of 5, 14 ratings

Kristine Phelan

LMFT, 7 years of experience

Warm
Solution oriented
Empowering
Virtual
Next available on

About me

I believe providing a compassionate and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. My training in integrative therapy equips me with a diverse set of tools to tailor treatment to each individuals unique needs and goals. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship, fostering trust and safety. I work from a stance that you have the answers, and together we create a space that allows you to deepen your understanding of yourself and others, increasing insight and leading to decisions that support your growth, improve relationships and meet your goals.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In the first session, we will focus on building a strong therapeutic alliance. I'll explain the therapy process, discuss confidentiality, and address any questions or concerns you might have. We'll explore your reasons for seeking therapy and set initial goals together. This session is about getting to know you and creating a safe, trusting environment for your healing journey.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My strengths as a therapist include my focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients. I draw from various modalities to tailor treatment to individual needs and goals. My empathy, humor, and genuine care for my clients helps to build a strong therapeutic alliance that supports growth, healing and acceptance.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Curious, willing to deepen their knowledge about the therapeutic process. Open to exploring new perspectives and committed to personal growth. This client values the therapeutic relationship and actively applies insights from our sessions to foster meaningful change in their life.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD

Other specialties

Addiction
Life Transitions
Military/Veterans
Parenting

I identify as

Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)

My treatment methods

Integrative

I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with six years of clinical counseling experience. I have worked closely with individuals struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, parenting challenges and relationship issues. I've helped children and adults navigate change, understand themselves better and feel more confident about their decisions. My therapeutic approach blends CBT, and humanistic therapies with a psychodynamic stance.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

California

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
Ambetter from Health Net
Anthem
Blue Cross
AvMed
Blue Shield
Blue Shield (MHSA) Magellan
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
Cash - $185 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Scripps Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Rated 4.7 stars out of 5, 14 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

February 13, 2025

Im new to therapy but i like Kristin. I think she will be a good fit for me

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Kristine

February 11, 2025

So warm and welcoming, listened to all my concerns and offered insights into my trauma and emotions in a non-judgemental empathetic way. Love her!!

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Kristine