Thank you for stopping by to read my profile! We can all agree that life brings challenges and is sometimes tricky, but therapy is rewarding. I imagine you are here because you want to make a change. You may seek relief from something weighing on you or be ready to explore making changes to bring more joy and fulfillment.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session together we will introduce ourselves and during this time you can ask me any questions before we start. Then, we’ll dive into the intake evaluation and explore reasons that led you to seek therapy, coping skills, and your symptoms. Finally, we will end the sessions by chatting about goals for therapy, expectations, and more
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My style is warm and genuine, interactive and grounded. I aim to hold the space you need to do this vital work. I look forward to speaking with you to explore how I can serve you at this time in your life. I have worked extensively with people experiencing depression and anxiety, grief and loss, issues surrounding self-esteem, navigating life transitions, and cultivating trust in relationships.
About Kim Johnson
Appointments
Free consults, virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I've used CBT therapy in my practice for the past six years. I've helped clients become aware of their unhealthy thinking patterns and how they negatively impact their lives. You'll learn how to recognize the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence each other. Next, we will develop healthy coping skills to change your negative thinking patterns, which will help you feel less anxious, stressed, and depressed.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I have used the ACT therapy approach (3 years) to help clients learn about accepting and improving their quality of life. ACT has helped clients acknowledge what's out of their control and commit to means of moving forward versus feeling stuck in life. We'll focus on learning to stay in the present (mindfulness) and move from overwhelming emotions to improve your mental health. You will soon see yourself taking charge, accepting, and committing to aligning with your values, and you will push forward instead of remaining stuck in your emotions.
Positive Psychology
For many years, I have worked with clients, teaching them how to look at life issues with the good and the bad. I enjoy helping my clients find the balance they need to accept all parts of themselves. In sessions, we will explore self-care skills, virtues, weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and strengths to build a balanced perspective rather than reducing you to merely your symptoms and challenges.
