Kirsten Berlin

Kirsten Berlin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anger, anxiety, depression, and related struggles. She aims to make therapy feel calm and approachable so people can talk through what’s hardest and find clearer next steps.

Kirsten emphasizes building on each person's strengths and choices. She creates a warm, trusting space where clients can explore feelings and test new ways of coping. Sessions are straightforward and focused on what the client wants to change.

Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and client-centered principles. That means sessions often include identifying unhelpful thoughts, practicing skills, and setting small, achievable goals. The plan is shaped around each person’s needs and preferences.

Kirsten has ten years of experience and has worked in hospital settings performing behavioral health assessments, crisis interventions, and discharge planning. She also has experience supporting people with trauma, loss, substance concerns, mood disorders, and challenges tied to chronic medical conditions.

People who come to her often want clear tools to manage strong emotions, reduce reactivity, and handle life transitions. She helps clients move from feeling stuck toward practical changes they can maintain between sessions. Scheduling and the structure of care are discussed during the intake process so plans match each person’s life and goals.

How these approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful relationship. It helps people feel heard and decide their own priorities for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, anger, and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention and breathing practices to help with stress and reactivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match goals, comfort level, and daily demands. That may mean trying a skill-focused plan for a few sessions or using mindfulness alongside problem-solving exercises.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, save travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow people to practice skills in everyday settings and discuss what does or does not work between sessions.