Kristy Zufelt

Kristy Zufelt is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) practicing in Utah. She focuses on practical strategies people can use now to manage stress, anxiety, addiction struggles, trauma, and anger. Her tone is straightforward and supportive, aimed at helping someone take that first step toward change.

Kristy believes clients know their own stories and brings a respectful, collaborative attitude to sessions. She looks for each person’s strengths and builds on them to tackle whatever feels most urgent. The work is goal-oriented and down-to-earth, with an emphasis on usable tools rather than abstract talk.

Over 14 years of experience inform her approach. She draws on several evidence-based methods to meet different needs, choosing techniques that fit the person sitting across from her. Sessions often include practical exercises, real-world strategies, and clear steps to practice between meetings.

Kristy also addresses related concerns like abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, and recovery from substance misuse. She helps people dealing with mood disorders, panic attacks, impulsivity, and the shame that can follow difficult life events.

People who choose Kristy can expect a steady, empathetic clinician who emphasizes collaboration and action. She encourages small, manageable changes and works with clients to track progress over time.

How ACT, CBT, and EFT inform online care

Kristy uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to structure online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes recognizing difficult thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values, which can help when anger or avoidance get in the way. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking and change behaviors with step-by-step exercises useful for anxiety and panic. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on understanding emotions and how they shape reactions, which can be helpful for processing trauma and improving emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kristy will talk with each person about symptoms, goals, and preferences, then suggest strategies to try. That collaborative process helps shape session goals and practice between visits.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow flexible scheduling. It also supports using digital exercises, worksheets, and real-time coaching on coping strategies so the work can continue between meetings.