Dr. Kristen Dreyfus, LMFT
About me
As a licensed therapist in North Carolina, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationships, and personal challenges. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic care that honors each person's unique journey. I have extensive experience helping clients address communication difficulties, relationship dynamics, life purpose exploration, and emotional healing.
My therapeutic work focuses on supporting individuals through diverse experiences, including workplace stress, family dynamics, and young adult challenges. I work closely with my clients around feelings of isolation, guilt, shame, and personal growth obstacles.
I bring a deep commitment to understanding each client's individual needs, whether they're struggling with mood challenges, relationship transitions, chronic health conditions, or personal identity exploration. My goal is to create a supportive, affirming space where clients can develop meaningful insights and practical strategies for emotional well-being.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Prejudice and discrimination, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Systemic Therapy
License information
NC LMFT 2043
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Kristen Dreyfus. 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.
Dr. Dreyfus is by far the best therapist that I have ever worked with. She is very caring, considerate, thorough, etc. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field. and very diverse in all of the ways she can help/ treat. She has helped me so much with the things I have struggled with for so long. I would recommend her to anyone needing help in any area they may be struggling with.
Written on Jan 09, 2026 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and anger management
Genuine, caring, vast depth of knowledge & experience, and always makes you feel that you're her most important client. Quite a balancing feat on that one. Very pleased to have found her, she's been a HUGE help to me.
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She was so wonderful and kind and thoughtful . I really enjoyed me time with her and would absolutely recommend her for a friend, or reach out to her in the future if I have any needs!
Written on Sep 27, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Dr. Dreyfus is a very good listener and is helping me pick up the pieces of my shattered life with quiet grace and dignity. She is helping me to go through this difficult traumatic time in my life. I feel heard by her and she is always honest in her assessment of my thoughts and actions.
Written on Feb 21, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Thank you for helping me navigate this challenging time
Written on Jan 02, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is amazing. She listens and gives me a different perspective
Written on Dec 30, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes