Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 35 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Life Transitions, Phobias and 5 more.

Kristen Salvatore

(she/her)

LMSW-C, 13 years of experience

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
VirtualAvailable

I will provide you a safe space within an authentic relationship to work through challenges. I've been trained in multiple therapy modalities, bringing to our work an eclectic and flexible approach. I can help you build insight and incorporate an understanding of your past into skills that will help you thrive and become your best self today. I previously completed a fellowship in Michigan Medicine's Department of Psychiatry, where I specialized in anxiety disorders, grief and loss, and depression. I was rigorously trained in CBT, including exposure therapy, motivational interviewing, DBT, and interpersonal psychotherapy. I also have experience developing and facilitating therapy groups. I take a flexible approach to find what works best for you!

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Our first session will include a quick overview of what to expect from therapy and each session, and then we'll dive into what is bringing you in! I'll typically ask a lot of questions to try to understand what's going on and how we should move forward. Then, together, we'll decide on a few goals to focus on.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My clients would describe me as open, accepting, authentic, and direct. I believe in the power of mastering discomfort to move us towards growth, and I look forward to working on this together!

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I typically work with adults & young adults as they work to face transitions, build confidence, and manage difficult emotions. I specialize in anxiety, such as social anxiety, worry, and panic. I also work with OCD and issues with relationships, assertiveness, and self-confidence. I am a good fit for clients who are motivated to make change or process difficult emotions, and those who want to work on things outside of our sessions.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Other specialties

Grief

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

I identify as

Serves ages

Location

Virtual

, 7 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

September 25, 2025

She's very calm,caring and kind. I felt comfortable talking to with her and normally talking to people is hard for me to do. She made me feel safe.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Kristen