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Kristen Zavala, LPCC, LPC
New Mexico
Licensed counselor - Anxiety and trauma
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma-focused work
- Solution-focused steps
About Kristen
Kristen Zavala is an LPCC and LPC practicing in New Mexico with ten years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and social isolation, and she focuses on concerns related to LGBT identity, grief, and compassion fatigue. Kristen speaks English and combines practical strategies with steady support in sessions.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and solution-focused methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change small habits. Sessions include clear, action-oriented steps and short skills practice between meetings. Kristen also draws on trauma-focused work when safety and processing past harm are central issues.
Her caseload has included people coping with panic attacks, mood disorders, self-harm urges, and the aftermath of sexual assault. She also addresses problem areas such as intimacy-related issues, isolation, and compulsive behaviors like trichotillomania. Kristen pays attention to how guilt, shame, and impulsivity get in the way of day-to-day functioning.
Practical concerns like fertility stress, domestic violence histories, and gender dysphoria are part of her experience, as are issues commonly encountered by women seeking help. She uses measurable goals and regular check-ins to track progress and adjust plans when needed.
Intake begins with a short matching questionnaire and a scheduled first session. Sessions are provided under a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and cost varies with location. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.
How her clinical approaches are used online
Kristen often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot automatic thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT sessions online focus on concrete practices you can try between meetings, like tracking thoughts and graded behavior experiments.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and reflecting so a person can clarify values and goals. This approach helps when someone needs steadier support while they make changes. When past trauma is central, Trauma-Focused Therapy is used to address how traumatic events affect current symptoms and coping, with careful pacing and skill-building.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristen will talk with clients about their goals, current struggles, and what methods feel manageable. She collaborates to choose techniques and adjusts the plan as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, shorten check-ins when time is limited, or reduce travel time. Licensed professionals tailor session structure to match practical needs while keeping progress measurable and actionable.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New Mexico, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and related issues such as grief, compassion fatigue, and LGBT concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new responses. Sessions focus on practical exercises and homework to change patterns.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has ten years of experience working with mood disorders, panic attacks, sexual assault recovery, and other trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds LPCC and LPC credentials and practices in New Mexico under those licenses.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Session cost varies by location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.