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I am a fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University in 2004, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Sociology in 1999 from Grand Valley State University. I have a passion for working with adolescents, adults, elderly, and couples, with a specialty focus on depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, self-injury, grief/loss, women’s issues, and life transitions.
My goal is to provide you a safe, compassionate space for you to share your life, for optimal growth and healing. My counseling style is person centered, tailored to the individual goals and needs of my clients utilizing cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, behavioral, and solutions based therapies.
Having worked in the mental health field for 16 years, my experience has allowed me to assist many people and their families with varying backgrounds dealing with challenges such as; chronic mental illness, severe depression, anxiety, terminal illness, self-harming behaviors, and crisis intervention.
Are you ready to experience joy and hope again? I would like to come alongside you in finding the root causes of distress in your life to overcome unhealthy behavioral, and/or thought patterns allowing you to break free from simply surviving.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dissociation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kimberly Stratton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
My therapist is an excellent listener and I feel fortunate that I was matched with Kimberly. I feel she doing a great job of really trying to understand what’s at the core of my disordered eating. I look forward to what she can teach me , help me better understand myself and what’s going on, and learn tools to achieve my goals.
Written on Apr 12, 2024 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders
Kimberly is the best therapist I’ve ever had, she gently guides, listens, and helps support me through life decisions, getting out of an abusive relationship and everyday life.
Written on Nov 07, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
right out of the gate I was set up with the perfect therapist. We connect on so many levels. I feel relaxed listen to validated she reassures me that anytime I need her 24 seven to reach out she is there for me 100%. I love the fact. I can stay in my home where I’m comfortable. No driving time. The connection is always great, I just can’t say enough good things I’ve been seeing my therapist for almost 10 months every week and I’m very happy that this has worked out so well for me.
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and adhd
She’s amazing
Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and coaching
Kimberly has helped me so much with people pleasing and so many other areas!
She has helped me how to look at life differently in the best way possible!
Written on Aug 13, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I am so grateful to have Kimberly as my therapist. She is equipped with many tools to help me conquer any issues I am dealing with. She is a great listener and shows genuine care in our sessions. The help she has given me has greatly improved my mental health, and I always look forward to our sessions.
Written on Jul 28, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year on issues concerning depression, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Kimberly listens and offers other ways of looking at things!
Written on Jun 12, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and compassion fatigue
Truly a great listener and great advice giver. Very calming and respectful energy. So grateful to have had her as a therapist.
Written on Jun 05, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Kimberly has been a wonderful help to me and I appreciate her advice, expertise and kindness more than she can even imagine.
Written on May 11, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Kim was the best therapist this year to me. Very loving and listening skills she used all the time .. I would recommend her to anyone in the future..
Bless her big heart
Heidi Westrick
Written on May 10, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is great
Written on May 03, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 8 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She is fantastic
Written on Apr 26, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kim is very kind, respectful, and always looking for more ways to help me out with all the things I'm struggling with. I appreciate her very much even though we haven't been working together long.
Written on Apr 25, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem
Kim has helped me and still helping me navigating my way during divorce process. She helped me setting my goals and how to cope with anxiety better and be in control. I really appreciate having her during this difficult time to process my feelings in most healthy way.
Written on Mar 31, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kim has been a beacon of light through the darkest time in my life. She helped me navigate through some difficult emotions while allowing me to naturally come to some conclusions on my own. I never once felt any judgment from her, only empathy and care. Her kindness, wisdom, and professionalism were exactly what I needed from a therapist.
Thank you Kim!
Written on Mar 30, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
After about a year with Kimberly, she has helped me much. I’m very thankful to her. She is very caring about whom she’s working with. Helping with anxiety, depression, and mental awareness was a big thing for me, and I cannot thank her enough!
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Kimberly for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
First session was great! Looking forward to the next!
Written on Dec 12, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kim is a wonderful and insightful therapist. She has a warm, welcoming demeanor that makes you feel very comfortable during sessions. I cannot recommend her enough!
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and career difficulties
Kimberly is a great therapist for me. Keeps my faith at number one. Understands my counseling needs.
Written on Oct 30, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month
My therapist listens and has good advice to my problems and situations.
Written on Oct 30, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and bipolar disorder
Kimberly is very easy to talk to. She’s friendly, polite, respectful and warming. She understands and connects with me and my struggles and then she so nicely helps me through them. No judgement, just compassion. I really like being able to message in between sessions! I highly recommend her (:
Written on Sep 25, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Patient and understanding.I’m thankful to Betterhelp.com and K. Stratton
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Great listener - very attentive and helpful.
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is great at her job. Very compassionate, and takes the time to really hear you
Written on Sep 20, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
I’ve so loved sessions with Kimberly. She’s helped me to grow a lot. She asks really good questions and gets to the root of issues. She’s a great listener and very supportive. I know that I wouldn’t be experiencing the growth I am if it wasn’t for starting therapy and I’m so glad I did.
Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kimberly has been awesome to work with. She is kind, understanding and responsive. She was quick to find what triggered my anxiety and had great solutions to offer.
Messaging was very fluid and helpful. If I need help in the future, I will definitely reach out again.
Thank you so much for everything!
Written on Jul 29, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and eating disorders
Kimberly is great! She is down to earth and made me feel so comfortable. She listened well and sent me worksheets based on what we spoke about. The work was super interesting and really made me think and dive into the topics. Mental health work is a lot of work, good work, necessary work, and it is a pleasure to spend that time with Kim.
Written on Jul 21, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, grief, and addictions
Kimberly has helped me to identify and sort through underlying issues and struggles. She has provided the tools to work through them in a healthy way.
Written on Jul 19, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kimberly is someone you feel safe with - and I think that's so important with a therapist. We've only had one video session and it was the best counseling session I've had in years. I'm excited to continue growing with her guidance!
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is very insightful, gives me her honest perspective, but also understands my struggles and helps guide me through them. She is very kind and easy to talk with, and I personally feel very comfortable confiding in her. Kimberly’s fantastic!
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
I’m very comfortable with her and I trust her knowledge
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Kimberly is great! She take the time to listen and understand so she can be thoughtful in her guidance.
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
I’ve been working with Kimberly for a few months now, she helped me through some major issues in my life marriage. I appreciate the support and worksheets she provides me.
Written on May 07, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months
Kim has been a consistently positive force during a very difficult season for me.
Written on May 06, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Kimberly is fantastic! She gets it!
Written on Apr 18, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
She is amazing and I feel so comfortable with with her and I can be honest. That is huge!
Written on Apr 16, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Kimberly has been a big help to me already. She listens, cares and guides me. I am thankful for her expertise and support.
Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders
Kim is absolutely fantastic. After 4 diff therapists at different times in my life, she ended up being absolutely perfect for my needs. I’m so thankful we were paired together! Highly recommend her.
Written on Mar 25, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She really helps me to get to the deeper roots of my issues. She gives a lot of tools to help move forward and better myself.
Written on Mar 24, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I’m so happy to have found Kim and having BetterHelp for therapy has really helped me through some dark times. Thankful!
Written on Mar 24, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Kimberly has been so wonderful and really met me where I was. I am so very grateful for her help. Truly life changing!
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 1 month on issues concerning parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Kimberly has helped me see my situation from a different perspective. She offers strategies and exercises to help me cope. She also has shared with me behaviors and thoughts within me that need to change.
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
She is awesome
Written on Dec 31, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She does her job well, and has been very helpful in sorting myself out.
Written on Nov 21, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
I've had one session with her and so far I love talking to her. She's really understanding and kind and very non judgemental. She checks in on me and I really appreciate her help. Would absolutely recommend to anyone going through a hard time
Written on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s very easy to talk to. Makes me think and helps me understand myself. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs help.
Written on Oct 04, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Kimberly has been great so far. I truly feel like she listens and understands where I'm coming from without being condescending or pushy for me to express my feelings. I feel like I can talk to her without judgement knowing that she is going to bring a great perspective to my sessions.
Written on Oct 01, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Kimberly Stratton has been a wonderful blessing in my life. I have really enjoyed talking with her and look forward to hearing what she has to say. Thank you for the important work you do. I appreciate you so much
Written on Aug 09, 2021 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
She’s been a rock for me and extremely helpful in my life issues. I would still be in a very unhappy place if it wasn’t for my time with her!
Written on Sep 26, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
She is an amazing listener.....and also understands me....very important....because I can pick up on those things of someone who does not truly understand someone like me, but she has a phenomenal approach to my issues and I appreciate that......thank you, Kathy New
Written on Sep 02, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Kimberly is a really good counselor. She takes time to listen to your problems. She is knowledgeable about a lot of things. She has helped me deal with a lot of struggles i've had. I recommend her to anyone who needs a good counselor.
Written on Sep 01, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I really enjoy speaking with Kimberly and am very happy with the receptiveness of her messages. I think she's been a great help to me for the past couple weeks and I will continue to speak with her on a weekly basis.
Written on Aug 13, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
I am very glad that I found BetterHelp, I was matched with another therapist but felt it wasn’t a great match and then I was Matched with Kimberly and she has been very encouraging and supportive, I feel like I can be honest and communicate openly, which is something I felt too scared to do in face to face therapy.
Written on Jul 21, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I really enjoy how quickly we jumped into my problems.
Written on May 30, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I'm still pretty mew to counseling but so far, she has been very helpful. Shes responds quickly, helped me set a goal to work towards and is very nice on the phone.
Written on May 18, 2020 after therapy with Kimberly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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