Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 41 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD and 3 more.
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Hello, I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts. I believe therapy is most helpful when you feel safe, understood, and able to be yourself without judgment. My goal is to create a warm, collaborative space where we can slow things down, better understand what you’re experiencing, and work together toward meaningful change. I earned my MSW from the University of New Hampshire in 2018 and have worked in a variety of social work settings, including hospitals, government, and nonprofit organizations. These experiences have given me a broad understanding of the many factors that shape our emotional well-being and the challenges we face throughout different stages of life. I transitioned into private practice five years ago, where I have been able to focus more deeply on individualized, relationship-centered care. My clinical approach draws from mindfulness-based, cognitive, and somatic therapies. I’m particularly interested in helping clients develop a deeper understanding of the connection between their thoughts, emotions, bodies, and relationships. I believe therapy is not about “fixing” who you are, but about creating the space and support to better understand yourself and move toward the life you want.
I rely heavily on the client's comfort level in what they are willing to share. I don't push as establishing a rapport of trust and connection isn't something to be rushed. I am a very curious person and often use the initial session to understand the perspective of the client and the significance of what they are sharing. I have a great deal of respect for those that approach therapy with an open mind and heart, and I respond to this courage with a great deal of awareness, compassion and space.
I am compassionate, curious and open to feedback. I believe strongly in the client playing an active and pivotal role in the direction of treatment, and will frequently check in to ensure we are on the most meaningful track.
My passion is supporting trauma survivors to process, heal and rebuild their lives, in a manner that is both meaningful and accessible. It's important to recognize that we all have goals and aspirations when beginning a healing journey, however lasting change begins at a slower pace than most of us are comfortable with. Much of these expectations, beliefs and hopes are explored in each session. I work with each client to explore how to establish goals that are within reach and measurable.
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Coping Skills
Depression
Military/Veterans
Buddhist
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
AvMed
Blue Benefit Administrators of Massachusetts (BBA)
Cash - $100 per session
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Mindfulness, or the act of paying attention moment by moment, affords many of us with the ability to harness the tools already within us to address everything from moods to chronic pain symptoms. In my practice I assist clients with nurturing and developing a mindfulness experience that is meaningful to them and fits within their life. Breath work, meditation, sensory awareness and somatic experiences are just a few practices that can be incorporated into this method.
ACT is an action oriented approach, that is also insight oriented. Through this work and within the sessions we will explore how self talk has created pathways that often trap you into negative cycles or thinking patterns. Exercises completed both within and outside the sessions will be incorporated to support and evaluate progress.
It's fair to state that we cannot solve issues outside of ourselves until we manage issues within. Self compassion, although seemingly simplistic, is often the most challenging method, however the rewards are far reaching and life changing. This method allows for a raw and dramatic approach to what many of us fear most, sitting with ourselves, without distraction, and loving ourselves no matter where we are at.
EMDR, stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. As we age memories, beliefs or even traumatic experiences can get "locked" or "stuck" creating tension or even triggering us into past experiences. Through the practice of bilateral stimulation (tapping alternate sides of body) we reprocess and reintegrate these experiences, thereby utilizing the body and brain's natural capacity for healing.
7 ratings with written reviews
July 15, 2026
From our first session, I could tell she is warm, caring, and genuinely compassionate. She listened ,showed empathy, and made me feel comfortable sharing. I left the session feeling supported and hopeful. I initially reached out because I am facing the grief of losing my sister. Kristen helped me feel heard and supported. Her approach is thoughtful and understanding, and I left feeling hopeful. After just one visit, I am already looking forward to meeting with her again.
May 28, 2026
Wonderful first meeting. Compassionate counselor ready to meet me where I was at and gave some helpful tools first day. Looking forward to more sessions.
July 17, 2025
Kristen is very warm and empowering to talk to. I feel at ease with her and she is aware of my physical disabilities. If i am having a bad day, she doesn't force me to stay the whole session time.