Kirsten Peebles

Kirsten Peebles is a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on helping people manage anger, stress, anxiety, and other difficult emotions. She uses a straightforward style and helps clients set clear goals for change. Her tone is direct and practical, aimed at people who want to see real progress without stigma.

With ten years of experience, Kirsten blends several approaches to match each person’s needs. She often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also draws on dialectical behavior ideas to teach emotion regulation and mindfulness to help with staying present. Solution-focused work keeps sessions goal-oriented and action-based.

Kirsten has worked in a range of settings and has supported people dealing with depression, addictions, trauma, and mood disorders. She is a Washington licensed mental health counselor - LMHC. Her background includes work with military-related trauma and post-traumatic stress concerns, among other issues.

Her sessions emphasize clear plans and measurable steps. Clients can expect practical strategies for managing anger, coping with life changes, and improving relationships. She will help identify coping skills and small changes that build over time.

To begin, she asks people to name priorities and set attainable goals. The work is collaborative and focuses on what matters most to the person in front of her.

How her approaches translate to online work

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, helps people notice thought patterns and change behaviors that fuel anger and anxiety. Sessions often include practical exercises and homework to practice new ways of thinking and reacting.

DBT, or dialectical behavior therapy, teaches concrete skills for handling intense emotions and reducing impulsive responses. It focuses on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness in everyday situations.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and try approaches that fit those needs. That collaborative process helps decide whether to emphasize CBT, DBT, mindfulness, or a combination.

Confirm current session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also allow for flexible scheduling around work or caregiving responsibilities. Ask about the available session formats when you sign up so you can choose what fits your routine.