I am licensed in Mississippi with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, lgbt-related issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Stress and anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Eating disorders, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Control issues, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MS LCSW 8898
TX LCSW 112284
CA LCSW 136012
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Kim is Awesome!! She listens and gives Great feedback.
Written on Jul 22, 2026 after therapy with Kimberly for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She’s become one of my favorite people
Written on Jul 08, 2026 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
I feel very supported by Kim. She is a great listener and very knowledgeable. I am very comfortable sharing with her as a Latina in the LGBTQ community.
Written on May 29, 2026 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kimberly is professional while still being easy to talk to and understands my unique set of needs very well.
Written on Nov 26, 2025 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Kimberly has been great for me and great for helping me navigate difficult times. I absolutely recommend her for anyone looking for professional guidance.
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with Kimberly for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder
Easy to talk to
Written on Feb 08, 2025 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem