“Pain travels through families until someone is ready to feel it.”
-Stephi Wagner
Experience
Hi! I’m Kristin, a licensed mental health therapist.
I decided I wanted to be a therapist when I was 14 years old, and I never looked back. I can’t imagine a more meaningful career than sitting with people as they process, heal, and begin to feel more like themselves again. Some of the most impactful moments in my work are hearing someone say, “I’ve never told anyone this before,” or watching someone move from feeling stuck and overwhelmed to experiencing even a small sense of clarity or relief.
Beginning therapy is a brave and courageous step towards healing. I know how scary it can be to open up to someone you don’t know and I strive to provide you and your family a safe space. I hold such gratitude in my heart for my past, current, and future clients for allowing me to support them. If you are looking for someone to join you or your family on your journey towards growth, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
More about me
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arkansas Tech University in 2014, and my master’s degree from University of Arkansas in 2017. I began my career in school-based mental health before transitioning into private practice in 2021, where I’ve worked with children and adults from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, running, hiking, yoga, listening to podcasts, and drinking coffee.
My ideal client are adults navigating a wide range of experiences, including life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, and the complexities of parenthood. I have a special interest in working with Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), adults children of emotionally immature parents, and those in the perinatal and postpartum season of life.
Many of the clients I work with are trying to untangle how their past experiences are showing up in their present, especially in relationships, self-worth, and parenting. If you’ve ever found yourself reacting in ways that don’t fully make sense, feeling easily overwhelmed, or wanting to parent differently than you were parented but not always knowing how, you’re not alone. If you’re looking for a therapist who offers a more relaxed, relational, and personalized approach, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
My approach
I provide a highly relational approach, using a wide network of practices and techniques to individualize and maximize the process of growth. Rather than viewing the client as a passive recipient of treatment, I view them as an active participant in their own therapy. As a therapist practicing client-centered therapy, my approach is centered around the belief that individuals have within themselves the capacity for personal growth and change. In our sessions, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where the client can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without fear of criticism or rejection.
I often incorporate mindfulness and compassion-focused practices to help people develop the skills to detach from the less helpful inner-dialogues and connect with more compassionate inner-narratives. My role is to help clients access this inner wisdom so they can heal, grow, and live the fulfilling life they are seeking. I accept my clients for who they are, without judgment or expectation. This creates a safe space where clients can be themselves and express their thoughts and feelings freely. I use an eclectic blend of approaches including: Brainspotting, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Client-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Existential.
I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all individuals seeking therapy. I firmly believe in the importance of embracing diversity and respecting the unique experiences, identities, and backgrounds of my clients. I am committed to fostering an inclusive space where all clients feel respected, validated, and heard. I actively work to challenge biases, stereotypes, and discrimination that may impact the therapeutic process. My goal is to create an environment free from judgment and to encourage open and honest dialogue. I understand that promoting diversity and inclusivity is an ongoing process. I actively engage in continuing education, seek diverse perspectives, and stay informed about current research and best practices.