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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.

Hi, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where children, adolescents, and adults can be themselves and feel truly understood, In our work together, I want to help you better understand your thoughts and emotions, build coping skills, and focus on your strengths. Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other through conversation and a thorough assessment, so we can decide together what support will be most helpful for you. I understand that experiences can feel overwhelming, confusing, and isolating, and you don't have to navigate them alone. I believe goals can change as life changes, and I stay flexible so we can adjust along the way. My hope is to support you with empathy, guidance, and encouragement as you grow, heal, and move toward feeling more confident and resilient.

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.