Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Kristin Saunders, LCSW
New York
Licensed clinical social worker - Grief and life changes
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 087384
- NPI
- 1851779045
- Experience
- 21 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Kristin 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
- Grief support
- Communication help
- Life purpose work
About Kristin
Kristin Saunders is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 21 years of experience. She focuses on grief and coping with major life changes, and she helps people who are trying to repair communication or reconnect with a sense of purpose. Kristin offers straightforward support for practical emotional problems.
She works with people facing endings and new beginnings. Sessions often involve talking through feelings tied to loss and change. Kristin helps clients name what matters and identify small steps to move forward.
Her approach is collaborative and evidence-informed. She uses established therapeutic techniques to help people process emotions and practice clearer communication. The work includes both emotional processing and skill-building exercises.
Kristin has worked across many settings over two decades, bringing that practical experience into sessions. She meets people where daily life pressures - work, relationships, and health - affect how they cope. The goal is to make therapy useful for everyday decisions and routines.
Her practice is attentive to differences in identity and belief. Kristin notes experience supporting LGBTQ+ people, older adults, and those exploring spirituality outside religious frameworks. She frames sessions around the client’s goals and the next steps they want to try.
BHow sessions work
How Kristin’s therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Kristin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people process grief and adapt to major life changes. One common approach focuses on helping people name and sit with difficult emotions so they become easier to manage; this helps when a recent loss feels overwhelming. Another approach emphasizes practical communication skills, such as practicing clear requests and responses, which can reduce recurring conflict and stress.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work. Kristin treats this as a collaborative process. She will talk with the client about goals and try methods that match those priorities, then adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit around work and family commitments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is tight or phone-based conversations when video would be difficult. Ask about session formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements suit your schedule and needs.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She focuses on grief and coping with major life changes, and also addresses communication problems and questions about life purpose.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work is collaborative and draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to process emotions and build practical skills for everyday life.
How much experience does she have?
Kristin has 21 years of experience working with people through transitions and emotionally difficult situations.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use 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