I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Pennsylvania with over 20 years of clinical experience in the behavioral health field. I've worked in a variety of treatment settings with a wide range of clients. I have extensive experience treating mental health issues, as well as substance use and process addiction (gambling, eating, sex, spending, etc.) issues. I am truly passionate about helping people in need, having decided to become a counselor at the age of 13. I hold a Bachelor’s degree from York College of Pennsylvania with a double major in Psychology and Sociology and double minors in Criminal Justice Corrections and German. I also received a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. My work as a counselor is not just a job, but a true vocation. I am committed to helping each and every one of my clients to live their healthiest life. I look forward to continuing to work to help people to find the peace, joy, and contentment they deserve in their lives. Please note that due to the nature of the Betterhelp.com platform, I am unable to write letters on my client's behalf.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Jealousy, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues, Workplace issues
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She is very understanding, wise, appreciative, and has been supportive in my journey of my growth and healing though it all. She genuinely cares and has been there for me when I feel scared, sad, or guilt.
Written on Jan 04, 2026 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Kristen is absolutely amazing! She listens, truly understands, has amazing insight and advice, she talks to you not at you. 10 out of 10. Im very grateful for finding her.
Written on Jan 01, 2026 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Appreciate her directness and understanding. Easy to understand, supportive, and gets to the bottom line.
Written on Dec 09, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Kristen is such a wonderful person, she’s funny, honest, thoughtful and truly listens. In 2 sessions I feel like I’ve already gained new perspective and ways to navigate through my struggles. It’s been a breath of fresh air.
Written on Nov 23, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
I am very happy with Kristen. I feel like I am talking to someone I have known a long time. She gives very thoughtful responses and has helped me through situations I didn’t know how to handle with patience and grace.
Written on Nov 20, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She is extremely thoughtful and caring.
Written on Nov 12, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Great listener. Experienced. Takes the time to understand and ask questions and provide guidance towards solutions. Influences conclusions without forcing them.
Written on Oct 24, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kristen is empathetic, kind, considerate and an amazing listener. Yes, she gets paid to be these things, but it's deeper than that. I feel heard. She doesn't pull any punches, calls me out when she needs to, and has helped me tremendously in my journey to find myself again!
Written on Oct 10, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
She seems to genuinely care
Written on Sep 15, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Kristen is a great listener and offers practical, actionable solutions to problems.
Written on Sep 07, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Sessions with Kristen have had a positive impact on my life
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is very good at getting to the root of things. However, she still could improve at giving solutions to the problem for long term recovery.
Written on Jun 24, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She is such a sweet and considerate therapist. She has a good sense of humor. She is positive and has a heart of gold
Written on Jun 17, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Kristen has already been super helpful with the problem that I came to her with. She has been very reassuring and checks up on me.
Written on May 10, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Kristen is an amazing therapist. I don't feel any pressure when I talk to her. I go in and talk about my day or what's been on my mind. She is a great listener but also offers great feedback. Some of her feedback challenges you and your current beliefs which I enjoy.
Written on Apr 06, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Understanding and caring
Written on Apr 05, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Very understanding. Kind, but truthful and firm advice. Very happy to be paired with her.
Written on Mar 22, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I have been to many therapist and Kristen is the first one that I feel truly understand me and help guide me through difficult times.
Written on Feb 26, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She is straight forward whether or not you like it, which I certainly appreciate it, good listening skills and here's you and gives you things you need to think hard about and act on her recommendations, I know you will benefit greatly, she is great!
Written on Feb 05, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
I would recommend Kristen Gaughan. I feel comfortable sharing my personal feelings with her. She gives me the confidence i need to deal with my feelings and express them while working through difficult life situations. Kristen checks on me with a text, which is greatly appreciated!
Written on Jan 20, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Kristen has been very supportive throughout a difficult time. She's also my biggest cheerleader. She tells me the truth, respectfully. She coaches me through changes in my life. She's professional yet caring. I'd work with her again in a heartbeat.
Written on Jan 08, 2025 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s very caring and listens the whole way through and she remembers everything I’ve mentioned in the past, she’s awesome.
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Kristen has been great at listening and providing solutions.
Written on Oct 24, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Kristen is amazing. She is thoughtful, insightful and always can make me see things in a different, more positive light. She is always available through a message and can always be relied upon to give me things to work on that help me. I fully recommend her to anyone seeking to better themselves.
Written on Oct 23, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
I am so grateful for Kristen's support. She has helped me to make sense of complex issues and feelings, to feel more self-compassion, and to see positive ways forward. She is kind, funny and very genuine. Working with Kristen is really helping me.
Written on Sep 30, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Kristen wants to know in what areas she can help in and asks the right questions to deepen her understanding of what you are going through or what you want to work on.
Written on Sep 28, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Seems great so far
Written on Sep 27, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
It was a very helpful experience
Written on Aug 15, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I am grateful for Kristen. Kristen has been a blesssing in the past yeear amidst my chaos called life. I have learnedd new ways to think about and react to situations that were sources of turmoil and great stress.
Kristen listens and even in challenging times, she even has me laugh. Highly recommend her!!
Written on Jun 19, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kristen has been very supportive and has offered me lots of ways to process my thoughts between sessions. Her feedback has helped me see things from different perspectives and has guided me further down the road of self discovery.
Written on May 28, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I feel heard by Kristen, and she does give very practical advice. Her perspective is always helpful.
Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
She has been very good a great listening ear and helps me with my issues.
Written on Mar 21, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
From the first time I met Kristen I just knew, she was my person! I’m not too cliche like that, but I couldn’t put it any better. She’s always on my team even when our opinions or thoughts differ! She’s currently a huge support person in my life who I can confide the “true me” to ❤️
Written on Mar 01, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kristen is fantastic. I personally know I can be dramatic, and she has no issue telling me when I am being dramatic, or when I am overthinking something. Which is exactly what I need.
She's dependable, listens well, and is great at giving life advice.
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
I find Kristen to be not only professional, but understanding and very likable. She has a very kind & humble personality that I believe would mold to a large demographic of persons in need.
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Glad I stopped putting it off, you’ve been nothing but helpful. Can’t wait to speak again.
Written on Jan 30, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks
I respect Kristen as she is kind and considerate. She listens to me and offers excellent suggestions and advice.
Written on Jan 30, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kristen is amazing!!!
Written on Jan 06, 2024 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Kristen has helped me probably in more ways than I even realize.
Written on Dec 17, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
I always feel she truly cares about me
Written on Nov 11, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
Kristen helped me through my lowest moment in life. With her help I discovered more about myself and was able to come up with the solutions needed to get back to my happy self.
Written on Aug 08, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Kirsten is a skilled, knowledgable and empathetic listener. She was able to help me look at my situation in a different light which really helped me resolve my turmoil. I would definitely recommend Kirsten.as a therapist.
Written on Jul 27, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 4 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties
Kristen is a great therapist ! She listens, is helpful and knowledgeable. I can relate to her in many different ways.
Would recommend 10/10!!!
Written on May 14, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s really just the best. I can feel her wisdom every time we speak. She instill an immediate sense of calm and endurance.
Written on May 09, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
great
Written on Apr 21, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I have had a satisfying experience with Kristen as my therapist. I believe she is very knowledgeable and provides guidance to perspectives that might otherwise not be considered. I find meetings with Kristen very insightful and always feel like I leave every meeting with a new tool. I am very pleased to have Kristen as my therapist.
Written on Apr 17, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I found Kristen to be very thoughtful and insightful. She offered helpful observations about my circumstances, as well as concrete ideas for making positive changes. I would highly recommend Kristen to others.
Written on Feb 28, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
She is amazing. I’m so grateful I found her.
Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I joined Better Help to work through issues I was experiencing following the birth of my second child. I sought help through therapy a couple times in the past but never found a therapist that I connected with or provided me with actionable recommendations and coping mechanisms for my anxiety. I am so glad that I found Kristen. She is incredibly thoughtful, empathetic, and practical. While I was initially seeking help for postpartum anxiety, she has helped me through issues surrounding my relationship with my parents and attitude towards work life balance. I appreciate that she gives me tangible feedback and feel that my mental health and reaction to life’s stressors has greatly improved since treating with her. I would highly recommend working with Kristen. I am very glad that I am.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
She is very kind and she listens to what I have to say she’s helped me a lot
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
A highly effective therapist. Top notch!
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I have worked with Kristen for a year and a half. I have never covered my childhood trauma in such depth before and I don't think I would have gotten an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan without her.
Written on Jan 08, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and adhd
I like her so very much. Kristen has a wonderful way of holding space for healing. She’s brilliant and well educated but at the same time extremely down to earth and very open minded. She’s also extremely present during my sessions and seems to have the perfect listening/speaking balance which I find really Adds a lot to the experience.
5 stars. I’m grateful for you Kristen. namaste
Written on Jan 06, 2023 after therapy with Kristen for 1 week on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, anger management, and career difficulties
Kristen is an awesome therapist! I’m looking forward to continue to work through my struggles
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
She is knowledgeable and empathetic. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs help.
Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Excellent!
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning grief
Kristen listens and provides support in a very encouraging way. She creates a positive space for me to feel comfortable to open up to her. She challenges my thoughts and provides advice on how to tackle them on my own. I would highly recommend her.
Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very helpful
Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
From the beginning Kristen has been attentive, thoughtful and very helpful in starting therapy again. She (unlike many therapists) can show how much care and effort is needed in listening and responding. She encourages and pushes my goals, works through my struggles and talks through and guides me with resolving problems. She constantly reminds me that I’m in control of how therapy is run and asks what and how I’d like to go about it. I’ve only done a few weeks with her but I have loved every minute.
Written on May 06, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
She’s absolutely amazing!
Written on Apr 08, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coachin
I have loved working with Kristen. I came to her after hitting a brick wall with my other therapist and felt like I wasn’t getting anywhere. I made more progress mentally in the first month with Kristen than I did in 6 months with my other one. Kristen is just easier for me to talk to and easy to click with. Kristen is absolutely an amazing person to work with.
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Kristen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
There was a time in my life that I was completely falling apart. I couldn't even breathe I couldn't close my eyes without thinking and overthinking and crying and making myself sick. When I decided to start talking to someone Kristen was there for me. She was concerned about me she talked to me she gave me worksheets and things to do to keep myself occupied and to bring myself down when I was at the point of hyperventilating and just making myself sick. I don't know how I would have gotten through this hard time in my life if I didn't have her. Talking to Kristen was like talking to an old friend.
Written on Aug 28, 2021 after therapy with Kristen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
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