Have you experienced some life change or experience, which you feel you need help to overcome like divorce, grief, or trauma? Have you felt as if sometimes you are drowning in your emotions instead of just experiencing them? Does anger, sadness, anxiety, or fear keep impacting your life in ways you don't want it to? Do you struggle managing your emotions and would love to learn how to cope with them effectively? Do you struggle with thoughts of self-harm, of not being good enough, hopelessness, or emptiness? I help young adults, and adults of all ages with ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions helping them learn healthy coping skills, mindfulness, re-framing limiting beliefs, and using their strengths to empower them to live out their full potential. If you want a non-judgmental therapist who will help you manage what seems unmanageable, book an appointment with me today! I want to help you or your adolescent start your healing journey and enjoy life again. I will empower you to find your strengths, gifts, and purpose, build great relationships and learn to manage your emotions and thoughts, while increasing self-control to conquer your new path forward! I have two kids of my own and love helping parents and kids/teens understand each other and form better bonds. I also enjoy holistic medicine and therapy and therefore practice it when needed. I am always eager to learn new techniques or read new research to better help my clients. I would be honored to help you in your healing journey.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked with young adults and women of various ages for several years, I have developed the skills necessary to help those struggling with anxiety and mood disorders identify they root cause of their challenges and will help them create a specific plan to reach your goals and make progress in therapy. Because I struggled with anxiety when I was younger, I can relate to my clients with a non-judgmental approach. I am also a wife and mother to two adult children and can help with navigating different seasons of life.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I love working with young adults and adult women who struggle with balancing school, work, and home life and experience anxiety and/or depression. My clients are eager to improve but lack the necessary coping skills and tools to help them reach their goals. They often feel worried, overwhelmed, or stuck in this season of life. Women or young adults who struggle with time management, managing emotions and setting healthy boundaries in relationships with others.
About Kristin Schwartz
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients identify and transform any unhelpful thought patterns they might have about themselves and the world. I use CBT to help them re-frame any inaccurate thoughts and beliefs they might have so they can feel less anxious or depressed. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop healthy coping skills, assertive communication & healthy boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use Mindfulness to help clients relax, focus on their breathing, and become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and how they are all related.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients struggling with mood disorders, suicidal ideation, and/or personality disorders. DBT helps with tolerating distress, regulating emotions, interpersonal skills, and learning how to be present in the moment.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I use family therapy when clients struggle with setting healthy boundaries, communication skills, or conflict management. If you are struggling with knowing who to trust, how to recognize a red flag, or how to stand up for yourself, I can help you with that!
Couples Counseling
I am trained in Gottman Level 1 for couples counseling. I use resources such as Love Map, assessments, The 5 love languages, and values discussion cards to help couples increase communication skills and passion for their marriage.