Greetings!
I am a mental health counselor licensed in Florida and Michigan with over 13 years of experience; I have worked in a variety of settings including community health, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and substance abuse facilities, and corrections. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addictions, trauma, and LGBT-related issues. I earned my Bachelor's of Arts in History and Psychology at Florida State University as well as my Master's of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy at Webster University in Jacksonville, Florida.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral, and solution-focused counseling. I will collaborate with you to develop a plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to make the first step in order to make a change toward a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take that step and put in the work, I am here to support and empower you!
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
MI LPC 6401019769
FL LMHC MH13183
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Kimberly is awesome! She has helped me through some of the toughest things life has thrown at me and i feel so thankful i was able to heal properly with her help.
Written on Mar 15, 2024 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
She’s the best
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and adhd
Kimberly helped me with my coping skills. And also reminding me that different doesn't mean bad or good. I am very thankful for her expertise and feedback. Being able to do therapy with her was a great experience. Highly recommend.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
I absolutely love Kimberly. When I started therapy, I had been suffering from frequent panic attacks and social anxiety. At this point in therapy, I no longer get panic attacks and it’s all thanks to Kimberly. She has provided me with the proper tools and resources. I am also able to confidently set boundaries and take care of myself, so I never get to a place like that anymore. I Absolutely love her and wouldn’t want to have any other therapist.
Written on Apr 13, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Kimberly is an amazing listener and helps work through my everyday issues while also helping me processes my trauma
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kimberly is one of the best counselors i’ve ever had! She listens, she is very thorough and wants the best for you. The tips that she shares and gives have helped me tremendously. If you’re looking for a counselor that you want to feel comfortable and close with, I highly recommend Kimberly!
Written on Aug 17, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and bipolar disorder