My Approach
Do you feel alone or misunderstood? Are some days too hard to find any hope? I believe every person has strength that can sometimes feel difficult to find. I approach therapy in a way of helping you identify your strengths and make sense of your past experiences so that you can live more fully in the present and begin building the future that you want. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, are having relationship issues, and facing low self-esteem.
Using humor, warmth, and empathy, I partner with you to identify your strengths and help you achieve personal growth through exploration and curiosity about the root causes behind your behaviors. Together, we work to understand your early life experiences and relationships with others in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment.
About Me
Kristin is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington, DC. She graduated from George Mason University with a Master of Social Work (MSW). She then practiced for several years in community mental health and has since transitioned to private practice. She welcomes people of all abilities, religions, sexual orientations, ethnicities, races, and genders and enjoys working with a wide range of clients.
Specialties
Kristin has experience in the following areas
Anxiety
Blended Families
Self Esteem
LGBTQ
Depressions
Divorce
Sexual Abuse
Life Adjustments: Relocation, Marriage, Changing Jobs, Parenthood
Adoption
Relationship Issues
Trauma & PTSD
Training
The Viva Center, Washington, DC
Trauma-Informed Clinical Practice: Certificate Program
Washington School of Psychiatry, Washington, DC
Clinical Program on Psychotherapy Practice
Principles of Group Psychotherapy
Fundamental Concepts and Techniques of Dynamic Psychotherapy Program