- Empathy with honesty
- Focus on relationships
- Practical daily skills
About Kristin
She focuses on relationships, family issues, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Other areas she helps people with include abandonment, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family challenges, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, and recovery from domestic violence or separation.
Kristin aims to make therapy approachable and practical. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with attention to what is happening day to day. She listens for patterns in thoughts and habits and works with clients to try different ways of responding to stressful situations.
Her style blends genuine support with direct feedback when it helps. Kristin believes trust grows from honesty, steadiness, and consistency across sessions. She also acknowledges the hard parts of recovery while helping people build small, usable skills.
People who choose her often want a therapist who is both compassionate and real. Kristin’s years of practice include work with complex and chronic concerns, and she brings that experience to focused, practical conversations aimed at everyday change.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
How evidence-based approaches guide online work
Kristin describes her clinical work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that target thoughts and everyday habits. One common approach focuses on noticing thought patterns and testing them in daily life, helping people shift responses to stressful situations and improve coping. Another often-used method teaches small behavioral experiments and routines to break unhelpful cycles and build steadier day-to-day habits. These approaches are practical and aim to change how someone thinks and acts between sessions.Finding the right approach is collaborative. Kristin works with each person to decide which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences. She listens to what has or hasn't worked before and adjusts the plan as therapy progresses so the work feels relevant and doable.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm which session formats Kristin currently offers before booking. Many people find that remote sessions help fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to attend during work or caregiving breaks. They can also allow for shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling when life gets hectic. Confirm the available options to make sure they suit your routine and communication needs.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kristin address in therapy?
She works with relationship and family struggles, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses related topics like attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, and family of origin problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is down-to-earth and supportive with direct, honest questions when needed. Sessions tend to be conversational and focused on practical changes in thoughts and everyday habits.
What kind of experience does she bring?
Kristin has 15 years of clinical experience working with a range of complex concerns, including trauma, chronic mental illness, and family court related issues. She describes her work as steady and relationship-focused.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
Kristin holds the LPC credential, which is listed as NJ LPC, and she practices in New Jersey.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with Kristin?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.