Kimberly Balkcom, LMHC - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Kimberly Balkcom

Kimberly Balkcom

(she/her)

LMHC
15 years of experience
Virtual

As a dedicated mental health counselor with fourteen years of experience, I have been helping individuals navigate life's challenges and foster their mental well-being. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. My therapeutic style is integrative, allowing me to tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs and goals. My goal is to empower clients to gain insight, develop coping strategies, and build resilience, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life. In addition to my clinical work, I am committed to ongoing professional development and staying current with the latest research in the field. I also value community involvement and often collaborate with local community leaders to provide resources and promote mental health awareness.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Clients can expect to begin building rapport with therapist through intake assessment and motivational interviewing. Clients should come prepared to ask questions and state expectations for therapy process.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My strengths as a provider are active listening, non judgmental approach, empathy, communication skills, cultural competence, flexibility, commitment to continuous learning, and ethical integrity.

About Kimberly Balkcom

Licensed in

Address

17560 Northwest 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33056, USA, Suite 105

Appointments

Virtual & in-person

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Using CBT has allowed me to provide a structured and collaborative space, where clients actively engage in understanding and changing mental patterns and behaviors. This method is goal-oriented and focuses on both immediate relief and learning long-term ways to maintain mental wellness.

Trauma-Focused CBT

Using TF-CBT allows me to create a structured, collaborative space to allow clients' to focus on and addresses the effects of trauma in a sensitive and effective manner.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing allows me to enhancing motivation, foster a collaborative and respectful therapeutic relationship, and support clients in making and sustaining meaningful changes in their lives.

Couples Counseling

Providing couples therapy offers me an opportunity to proved a structured and supportive environment for partners to address challenges, enhance their relationship, and build a stronger, more fulfilling connection.