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Kristen  Wilson

Kristen Wilson, LCSW

Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Mood Concerns

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Credentials check

Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Illinois
LCSW, licence 149.016890
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW16599
NPI
1548812274
Experience
14 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

These details come from information Kristen supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • CBT techniques
  • Mindfulness practice
  • Solution-focused work

About Kristen

Kristen Wilson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois and Florida with 14 years since completing her master’s degree in social work. She has extensive experience working in school settings and providing psychotherapy for adults and children. Kristen focuses on issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, grief, relationship concerns, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

She spent much of her career as a school social worker and has provided clinical supervision to licensure candidates in Florida. That background means she is used to practical problem solving and helping people navigate systems like schools and community supports. Her work has included supporting people with mood disorders, panic and post-traumatic stress, and with challenges around anger, self-esteem, eating, and body image.

Her approach draws on client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused work. She also uses mindfulness strategies and motivational interviewing to help people make changes. Sessions typically focus on clear goals, skill practice, and everyday steps that fit a person's life.

Kristen aims to talk through patterns that keep problems going and to develop concrete ways to manage symptoms and stressful situations. She also addresses family of origin issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, and financial concerns as they relate to mental health. Her practice is based in Florida and services are conducted in English.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Cost varies by location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

BHow sessions work

How Kristen's approaches translate to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's concerns, helping people name what matters and set personal goals. It supports work on self-esteem, family of origin issues, and feelings of emptiness by prioritizing the person's perspective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and respond differently to triggers. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention practices and grounding techniques that can reduce reactivity and support coping with stress and panic.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kristen collaborates with each person to weigh goals, preferences, and what feels practical. She will discuss which methods are likely to help and adjust plans as progress and needs change.

The practical benefit of online sessions is fitting therapy into busy lives. Online work can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time so people can use a lunch break or an evening slot more easily. If you want to proceed, confirm the session formats offered before booking and use the platform's steps to complete the matching questionnaire and set a first appointment.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Listed in

Illinois, Florida

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She works with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, bipolar disorder, grief, relationship issues, and coping with life changes among other concerns.

What is her therapeutic approach like?

Her style combines client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to set goals and practice skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She completed her master’s degree in social work 14 years ago and has many years of clinical experience, including work as a school social worker and providing supervision in Florida.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois and Florida and is based in Florida.

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the US work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with her practice?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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