Profile / United States
Kristen Meintzer, LPC
Georgia
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anxiety and Stress
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Kristen
Kristen Meintzer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 13 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, ADHD, addiction concerns, and career or family challenges. Kristen also supports those coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, bipolar concerns, and social anxiety and phobia.
Her sessions focus on practical steps and clear skills. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ideas alongside Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills and client-centered techniques. Kristen favors straightforward conversations that identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tries different ways of responding.
Clients can expect active problem-solving and guided practice. Kristen draws on motivational interviewing and mindfulness strategies to build motivation and attention to the present moment. She aims for short, usable tools people can use between sessions to manage mood, cravings, or stress at work.
Her background includes outpatient treatment, college counseling, and residential substance-abuse programs. That range has shaped a practical approach to issues like addiction recovery and career-related stress. She avoids stigmatizing labels and treats people with respect while focusing on measurable steps.
Sessions usually involve setting clear goals, tracking small changes, and practicing skills in real life. Kristen works with each person to create a realistic plan and adjusts methods as needed. Getting started involves a brief questionnaire and scheduling a first session to clarify priorities and next steps.
How Kristen Uses CBT, DBT, and Client-Centered Methods Online
Kristen draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT focuses on identifying patterns that link thoughts, feelings, and actions, and then trying alternative responses to change outcomes.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. DBT skills teach specific techniques for managing intense feelings and reducing impulsive actions. Alongside these, a client-centered stance means sessions begin with the person’s goals and priorities and build practical steps from there.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Kristen will help decide which methods fit a person’s goals and daily routine. She adjusts recommendations as progress and challenges become clearer.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people practice skills in their regular environment and bring real-life examples into session work.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, ADHD, addictions, career challenges, and related concerns like social anxiety and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is practical and interactive. She uses client-centered conversations with CBT and DBT strategies to teach skills and change unhelpful habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience working in outpatient care, college counseling, and residential substance-abuse treatment.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what is the cost model?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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