Clinical Matching Session in Texas

I am a compassionate and dedicated mental health counselor who is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, self-esteem concerns, trauma-related symptoms, and life changes. My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths-based, and grounded in empathy. I believe that healing begins when clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can openly explore their thoughts and emotions while developing practical coping skills that promote lasting change. I value meeting each client where they are and tailoring treatment to their unique needs, experiences, and goals. Together, we focus on building self-awareness, resilience, and confidence while working toward greater emotional balance and clarity. My goal is to empower clients to reconnect with their strengths, develop healthier patterns, and move forward with intention and hope.

Supervised by Tara Bates, MSW, LCSW-S Kristina is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who genuinely enjoys helping people make sense of life when things feel heavy, confusing, or stuck. She earned her master’s degree in social work from the University of Texas at Arlington and also holds a master’s degree in sociology from Temple University in Philadelphia. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, stressed, or just not quite like yourself, Kristina gets it—and you’re not alone. With nearly 20 years of experience teaching at the college level and working in nonprofit settings, Kristina brings both knowledge and real-world understanding into the therapy room. She’s especially attuned to how relationships, life transitions, and larger social systems can shape how we think, feel, and move through the world. If you’re unsure about therapy or feeling nervous about starting, that’s completely okay. Kristina welcomes those conversations and believes therapy works best when you feel comfortable being honest—even about your doubts. She works with individuals, couples, and groups, including adolescents, young adults navigating change, middle-aged adults, and older adults (65+). She supports clients dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, ADHD, relationship challenges, life transitions, and women’s issues. Above all, she strives to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and judgment-free. Life can be really hard at times. Kristina believes that with the right support, you can build tools that help you feel more grounded, more in control, and more connected to yourself. Her approach is collaborative and flexible, drawing from evidence-based practices like attachment-focused therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, narrative and solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based perspectives. She tailors therapy to your goals, values, and pace—because there’s no one-size-fits-all path to healing. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start therapy. Come as you are. Kristina is known for her warmth, patience, and ability to truly listen. She believes everyone deserves a life with more ease, meaning, connection, and moments of joy. I am honored to walk alongside you as you move toward healing, growth, and lasting change. I am always TEAM YOU!

Every adult deserves to feel at home in their own skin. As a Baylor-educated therapist and veteran, I specialize in trauma-informed care for those navigating the weight of PTSD, anxiety, or major life transitions. By providing a non-judgmental, grounded environment, I help my clients move past 'just surviving' and into a life that feels authentic and joyful. Let’s work together to rediscover your strength and move forward with purpose.

I am an Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Associate under the supervision of Kristy Dean, LMFT-S, LPC-S. I provide mental health services to individuals, couples and families from a compassionate and empathetic approach. Life can be challenging filled with uncertainty and a feeling of confusion or even loss. However, therapy has the possibility to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your issues. I look forward to walking your journey with you and by assisting you fulfill a happier relationship, life and future.

I work with young adult men who want to strengthen their mental performance, emotional regulation, and decision-making—especially during periods of transition, pressure, or identity development. My approach is grounded in performance psychology and focuses on helping clients move from feeling stuck or reactive to feeling intentional, confident, and in control. I primarily use Solution-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This means we spend less time reliving the past and more time building practical strategies you can apply immediately—while also developing awareness of thoughts, emotions, and patterns that may be holding you back. Therapy with me is collaborative, goal-oriented, and rooted in real-life application. I have a particular interest in working with young adult men navigating challenges related to motivation, discipline, stress, relationships, self-worth, and life direction. My goal is to help clients not only cope, but perform at a higher level—mentally, emotionally, and behaviorally—while staying aligned with their values.