Hi, my name is Kristina. I love to help people overcome obstacles in their lives, including but not limited to relationship problems, anxiety, low moods, work burnout, major life transitions, or self-esteem issues. I use a Person-Centered approach to therapy and apply evidence-based practices such as CBT and Solution Focused. I facilitate a therapeutic space of non-judgment and curious exploration, to foster self-discovery and deep healing from trauma and adverse experiences.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Our first session together is about assessing what problems there are to address, answering any questions you may have, and mapping out the treatment goals. As we build rapport and take this therapeutic journey together, you may feel challenged at times, introspective, self-assured, or even "lighter" emotionally.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I take a holistic approach to therapy, looking at what my client's needs are with cultural humility and trauma-informed care. I use tools and methods from Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Existential, DBT, and CPT.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I strive to empower clients to overcome feelings of shame, alienation, and inadequacy. I strive evoke teach self-compassion and self-love to combat internalized anger and self-sabotage.