I am a mature woman with a young spirit. I am interested in what is going on in the world and tend to stay current and youthful in my thinking. I am a perpetual learner and am very open minded. I strive to be accepting and non-judgemental. I see myself as a tool to be used in the therapeutic work we are pursuing. I have had many unique and challenging life experiences that equip me to easily relate to a broad group of individuals. I may have walked in your shoes. I will strive to relate to you as though I have with empathy and compassion.
During the first session, I perform a thorough clinical interview in which I gain knowledge of the client in many ways including demographics, social history, their goals, etc. This provides a framework to prepare to launch the therapy. As much as this interview is extensive, I do not belabor the time spent. The information gained will be utilized thereafter to begin the counseling session during this first meeting. I like to be productive. By the end of the hour long session, I will have ascertained enough information and knowledge of the client to be able to prescribe some homework for them to focus on in the following week until we return again.
I am extremely intuitive and perceptive as to the client's underlying issues. I am not intimidated by tough topics and I am willing to go where we need to go to uproot issues that are festering under the surface causing the client pain and emotional distress. I often suprise clients by how we are able to explore issues openly and comfortably in areas they have never shared before. I don't let shame, guilt, or embarrassment stand in the way
My dream client is a person who has identified a sincere need to overcome personal issues that are negatively impacting their lives. They are a person who is willing to take a look at the problems they encounter under the guidance of a skilled and experienced therapist, and willing to work on said issues via homework and recommendations. They will be ready to accept responsibility for their issues and able to do the hard work of repairing their misaligned behaviors and thought patterns. Therapy requires work and is not only about having conversations with your therapist but a willingness to tackle the task of healing alongside the support and tutoring of therapy.
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Having been in the practice of psychotherapy for a number of years, I have learned of the successful use of and approach to applying a number of therapeutic techniques according to the issues requiring attention. I am inclined to use a solution focused approach where there may be homework assigned each week to begin to move on the changes required to gain relief and to see improvements.
14 ratings with written reviews
April 2, 2026
After my first session with Kihm, I am already excited to see her again. She was relatable, kind, and asked probing questions. It's clear that she has experience and tools to help me, and I feel so thankful that I connected with her. I'm looking forward to going on a healing and growth journey with her support and wisdom on my side!
January 16, 2026
Fantastic listener and a great session!
October 27, 2025
Extremely warm and compassionate. Providing solutions on day one.