I am a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) for over ten years. I have an extensive background in proving individual and group therapy and have worked with all age groups (children-geriatrics).
I have worked with clients in the areas of anxiety, depression, career issues, grief/loss, and family conflict. My role as a practitioner is to go by the motto “start where the client is at.” I do not believe there is a one size fits all approach for therapy. I have engaged clients in CBT, psychodynamic approaches, and many stress management exercises.
I am ready to help you take the first steps to having a happier life!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Family Problems, Isolation / loneliness, Money and financial issues, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
AL LICSW 3555C
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kristin "Krissy" Smith. 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.
Although I've only met with her a couple of times so far, I feel like Krissy listens to me, and I really appreciate it. It's intimidating to start a new therapy relationship because you have so much back story to tell that explains where you are right now... So I'm thankful for how she listens and for the thoughts she offers. I don't feel judged or criticized, I feel understood, which is huge.
Written on Apr 02, 2024 after therapy with Kristin "Krissy" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've enjoyed my conversations with Kristin, listens closely without blaming or shaming. It's as though I can hear her listening and thinking before she speaks in her calm and assuring way. Recommend!
Written on Mar 09, 2024 after therapy with Kristin "Krissy" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Krissy has been always been an extremely helpful. Always willing to listen, helpful in ways to help me learn to adapt and improve my situation. Thankful to have the opportunity to work with her.
Written on Feb 28, 2024 after therapy with Kristin "Krissy" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Krissy listens to me and has been very helpful in helping me focus on my issues, my goals to address those issues and tools/techniques to use to better regulate my emotions and mental state.
Written on Feb 09, 2024 after therapy with Kristin "Krissy" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
Wonderful
Written on Jan 25, 2024 after therapy with Kristin "Krissy" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and adhd
I’ve met with her two times now, and she’s very encouraging and allows me to speak my feelings to fill them as I experienced them
Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Kristin "Krissy" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd