Dr. Kimi Cohen
Hi, I'm Dr. Cohen. Life changes, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, depression, and difficulty setting boundaries can leave you feeling overwhelmed or unsure of what to do next. I believe you are the expert on yourself, and my role is to provide guidance and support as we work toward greater understanding, positive change, and personal growth. I work hard to create an environment where you can feel comfortable, heard, and accepted. Our work may involve talking through a difficult experience, addressing a specific concern, looking at situations from a new perspective, or finding healthier ways to respond to challenges. My approach combines warmth and acceptance with practical problem-solving. I value building strong relationships with my clients and want therapy to feel both supportive and useful. One of the most rewarding parts of my work is helping people make meaningful changes, reach their goals, and feel more content in their lives. I have 30 years of experience as a clinical psychologist. I earned my bachelor's degree at UCLA and my Ph.D. at Oklahoma State University, before going on to build a rewarding career in Arizona.
First session
It is completely understandable to feel uncertain or anxious about starting therapy. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and to make our time together worthwhile and productive. Before we meet, I will review the information you have provided. During our first session, you will have time to tell me about yourself and share what feels important. If you are unsure where to begin, that's okay. I will listen and ask questions to help guide our conversation. You may already have clear goals, or we can identify them together. You will also have opportunities to ask questions and take an active role in shaping your therapy.
Strengths
I bring warmth, empathy, acceptance, and a nonjudgmental approach to our work together. Seeking therapy takes awareness and courage. I want you to have a space where you feel comfortable exploring what's happening in your life while working toward the changes that matter to you. I also bring a practical, problem-solving approach. Together, we can look at situations from different perspectives, explore how your thoughts may affect your feelings and actions, and identify healthier ways to respond. I tailor our work to your individual circumstances rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Ideal clients
I have a lot of experience helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, boundaries, life changes, and everyday stressors. At the same time, my focus will always be more on you as a person rather than on a specific issue. You may come to therapy knowing exactly what you want to change, or you may simply know that something doesn't feel right. Either is a good place to begin. I can help you talk through situations, feel heard, consider new perspectives, make decisions, practice new ways of responding, and take meaningful steps toward your goals.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
We will explore how you view things, and the ways these thoughts impact feelings and behavior. If we discover that some thinking patterns are leading to ineffective behaviors, we will work on reframing thoughts, or viewing situations in new ways.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Empathy (having a sense and understanding of the position you are in), acceptance of where you are at, and sharing my genuine reactions will be used to create a supportive, caring environment where you will feel empowered to explore issues and grow.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- ArizonaLicense PSY-003291