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Kristen Thomas, LCSW
Florida
LCSW - stress and anxiety
See online therapy optionsAbout Kristen
Kristen Thomas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with four years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and life changes. Kristen uses straightforward, practical approaches to help clients notice patterns and try different responses.
In sessions she helps people set clear, realistic goals and break them into manageable steps. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and then test new behaviors. She also draws on client-centered methods to listen and reflect, and DBT skills to teach emotional regulation and coping techniques.
Kristen often focuses on attachment matters, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, communication problems, and workplace issues. She also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, impulsivity, mood concerns, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety. Her work includes attention to young adult issues and women's concerns when those come up.
Sessions emphasize practical skills you can use between meetings. Kristen blends structured exercises with open conversation to find what helps. Progress is tracked through small, observable steps and regular review of goals.
People who prefer clear, action-oriented therapy may find her approach helpful. She practices in Florida and offers services in English. To begin, patients follow the directory process to match and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Kristen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different actions. CBT here means identifying specific thought patterns, testing them through behavioral experiments, and building practical skills to reduce anxiety or improve mood.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening and reflecting so the client can clarify goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when emotional regulation and distress tolerance are needed, teaching concrete techniques for strong feelings and impulsivity.
Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. Kristen will work with each person to see what fits their needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust methods as progress is reviewed. The aim is to find a mix of techniques that feels useful and doable.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by removing travel time and allowing meetings during breaks. They also let people use shorter check-ins or sessions without being on camera when that better suits the moment. Many licensed professionals and therapists use these flexible options to support continuing skill practice between sessions.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, and workplace problems.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and structured, using goal-setting, skill practice, and regular review. She combines client-centered conversation with CBT and DBT-informed skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kristen has four years of professional experience as a clinical social worker. That experience includes working with mood concerns, trauma-related symptoms, and communication difficulties.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, FL LCSW, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided through the directory process.
What steps are needed to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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