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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a combined 18 years experience as a teacher and therapist. I believe that individuals are the experts regarding their own lives. Sometimes shame and guilt along with skewed perceptions of self can be barriers to living a happier, healthier life. I encourage people to practice vulnerability in a safe, validating space to explore issues that are holding them back from functioning the way they would like.
Through a person centered, holistic approach incorporating mindfulness, solution focused therapy, dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing I guide clients through discovering their strengths and deconstructing patterns that may be holding them back from the life they deserve. Life changes, depression, anxiety and trauma among other things can cloud people's futures. Working together we can clear the way to feeling better.
I look forward to connecting with you !
Professional experience
5yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Body Image, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Communication Problems, Family of Origin Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Money and Financial Issues, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Self-Love, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kirsten Arebalos. 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.
She is very good at listening
Written on Apr 08, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I started sessions with Kristen when I was in a very challenging time of my life and hit rock bottom. I knew I needed to make huge changes but I didn’t know where to begin. She offered me a safe, non-judgemental, supportive space over many months allowing me to rebuild my life, confidence and connections, and forgive myself and understand the decisions I made with the circumstances I faced. I’ve found time with her extremely valuable.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 7 months on issues concerning depression, and intimacy-related issues
She is so sharp, and in point with questions and guidance, that I would be short in words to describe how good she is.
Written on Mar 18, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Kristen has done a really great job of listening and making me feel comfortable. I feel like she really cares how I am doing and it means a lot when she checks up on me and keeps me accountable towards my goals.
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kirsten is a wonderful therapist who has helped me work through a range of issues. She is warm, funny, and professional, and always understands exactly where I’m coming from. Each session she gently guides me towards developing greater self-awareness and practising adaptations that are genuinely helpful in my everyday life. I am so thankful to have been paired with Kirsten as she has been invaluable in helping me to adapt my patterns of thinking and learn practical ways to improve my mental well-being and my close relationships.
Written on Feb 10, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
She is very understanding, professional and kind. I always have motivation after our sessions. Also she creates a safe space in our communication. Kirsten is helping me a lot, and I see the progress and improvement.
Written on Jan 18, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Kirsten is such a wonderful listener and I can tell how experienced she is. She supports my growth with thoughtful questions and actions to focus on for the week. She's offers a stability in my week I truly need.
Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with Kirsten for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great therapist, big help!
Written on Dec 02, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kirsten has been incredibly supportive and understanding. She makes me feel comfortable enough to be my authentic self, and that's been unbelievably helpful for my self worth and progressing in my mental health journey.
Written on Nov 16, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I highly recommend Kirsten! She’s helped me through some difficult spots and she continues to help when I need it the most
Written on Nov 08, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
In the short time I have been working with Kirsten she has provided me with a variety of tools that help me feel more grounded and centered. My anxiety has decreased a great deal since we have been working together. It's been such a positive experience that I have already recommended BetterHelp to a number of friends. I feel very fortunate to be paired with a therapist that I really resonate with.
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
What makes Kirsten stand out for me is her absolute warmth, compassion and empathy. She really, truly cares and roots for you. She made me feel absolutely at ease while I sorted through my messy feelings out loud (and cried one too many times). She isn't one to be pushy or to 'force' anything out of you; instead she gently guides you and gives you a lot to think about. For those who are venturing into this 'scary' therapy space for the very first time, Kirsten will make you feel at ease with her calm presence. I highly recommend her! :)
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I really enjoy my time talking with Kirsten and feel like I've made so much progress in my own personal thinking and feeling. Kirsten is such a warm presence which really allows me to open up. She lets me talk as much as I need and always has insightful questions and things for me to practice throughout the week. I'm so grateful for her.
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very knowledgeable, comforting, and helpful; I've learned a bunch after only a few sessions
Written on Aug 07, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
All good things! She is supportive and knowledgeable! I answered oposite for one of the questions so disregard that.
Written on Aug 07, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kirsten has been a tremendous help during my time of healing and growth. She helped me in different areas of my life for the last three months. I high recommend her
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Nothing but praise for Kirsten! I feel completely at ease with her during our sessions, and I would highly recommend her services to anyone in need of her assistance and therapeutic expertise!
Written on Jun 15, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
My experience has been very positive and I am making progress.
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Her methods for helping my unhealthy cycles of productivity started helping immediately. Its still going to be process for me to stick with it, but it completely changed the game
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I find Kirsten to be a great listener. I feel like she lets me truly speak about my issues and then always seems to have a great follow up question or response that keeps the conversation productive and helps keep me on topic.
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
I have started therapy at a very difficult time in my life with so many things going on and Kirsten makes me feel heard and helps me to talk it out during our sessions and guides me to see things from a different perspective. She makes me feel comfortable and able to open up about everything im going through. Im so grateful for our chats each week
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Kirsten is very patient and understanding in the issues that I am dealing with. She offers suggestions on how to handle/deal with the issues. She is very nice with a supportive attuttude.
Written on Mar 18, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and anger management
So far we have established a rapport.
Written on Mar 14, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
We're having only our 3rd session today, but I feel like we've gotten off to a really good start with our first 2 sessions.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and depression
She's really helped me rediscover how to be myself, in the face of my fears. I don't know where I would be without her help.
Written on Feb 11, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Kirsten is thoughtful, kind, and funny. She listens and responds with deep and helpful questions and insights. We have only been meeting about a month, but I have already gotten a lot out of our time together.
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kirsten is the most amazing therapist I have ever had. She listens to me, respects me and makes me feel so whole. I look forward to therapy every single week.
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
I have really enjoyed working with Kirsten. She has a kind and approachable demeanor, which I find very important in developing a therapeutic relationship. Kirsten is a great listener and is helpful in holding space and understanding some of the blocks and barriers I have struggled to identify on my own. I highly recommend working with Kirsten.
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with Kirsten for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
I always feel better after my sessions with Kirsten. She is caring and a very calming presence. She is helping me to come to realisations about myself and I feel very lucky to have her as my therapist!
Written on Dec 13, 2021 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Kirsten is an excellent therapist and helped me get through an incredibly frustrating time. She continues to help me through our weekly calls, and I know I can depend on her always being a message away when things get tough again. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you Kirsten!
Written on Dec 01, 2021 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
Kristen has helped me understand me as a whole and deal with a lot of issues that come up in my life!
Written on Nov 07, 2021 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kirsten is an amazing therapist! She is kind and asks great leading questions to get the root of issues. She also has many tools and tips she shared each week and homework for that helped in day to day situations.
Written on Oct 20, 2021 after therapy with Kirsten for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Helped me in a way I couldn’t put in words
Written on Oct 18, 2021 after therapy with Kirsten for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coaching
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