Profile / United States
Kiara Pittman, LMHC
Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Stress and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Kiara
Kiara Pittman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people who come for stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression. She also addresses relationship concerns, grief, anger, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.
Kiara uses straightforward, goal-focused sessions. She asks about the problems that feel most urgent and helps clients set clear, manageable steps. Much of her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and narrative techniques to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
She brings experience from clinics, hospitals, outpatient programs, in-home care, and addiction settings. That background includes about five years working specifically with substance use issues and with sexual assault and trauma. She has worked with adults, couples, and teenagers across those settings.
Kiara places attention on multicultural concerns and the practical realities people carry. Her own background moving between states and living overseas informs how she talks about adaptation and resilience with clients. Sessions focus on what the client wants to change and on steps that can be practiced between meetings.
Her style is open and interactive. Clients set goals and she offers guidance, concrete tools, and feedback. The aim is to leave sessions with at least one clear next step toward the client’s goals.
How Kiara uses structured approaches in remote care
Kiara commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy during sessions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes active listening and letting the client guide goals so sessions stay focused on what matters most to them.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when strong emotions or impulsive behaviors are a concern. DBT skills are practical tools people can practice between sessions to reduce crises and improve coping.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kiara collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts strategies based on what is working and what is not.
Session format options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions useful for fitting work, school, or caregiving into the week, reducing travel time, and making it easier to attend brief check-ins. Ask about the specific session formats offered when scheduling to match timing and practical needs.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression, plus relationship issues, grief, anger, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her approach in sessions?
Sessions are client-centered and solution-focused. She uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, narrative methods, and practical skills practice.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience in clinical settings, including about five years focused on substance use and addictions work.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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