About Kristen

Kristen Hagin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who brings 17 years of experience to sessions. She works with adults on issues like anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, and coping with life changes. Kristen aims to create an easygoing space where people can talk through problems and learn practical skills.

Kristen holds a master's degree from Grace University in Omaha, Nebraska, and holds licensure in Washington (LMHC) and Nebraska (LIMHP).

Background and approach

Her background includes community behavioral health, youth-focused services, and work in a primary care setting. That range gives her familiarity with different life circumstances and systems of care. She uses Client-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to meet people where they are.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools to teach coping strategies, manage mood, and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Mindfulness techniques are used to build calm and focus. Sessions may combine focused skill work and space to process emotions.

Kristen can help people develop routines, communication skills, and relapse prevention plans when needed. She also offers a listening space for those who need emotional support without structured skills training. Her online practice includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Kristen tailors scheduling and session format to each person's needs so therapy fits into daily life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person without judgment. It helps people feel heard and to explore goals at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and homework, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress in difficult moments.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Kristen works collaboratively to figure out what fits a person's goals and daily life. Sessions may mix approaches and adjust over time based on what helps most, with the client guiding priorities and pace.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video is helpful for face-to-face conversation and teaching skills, while phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging can provide shorter check-ins, written skill reminders, and flexibility around work or caregiving schedules. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while fitting into a busy life.

Questions people ask

What concerns does Kristen commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma, and many related concerns such as coping with life changes and compassion fatigue.
What is her overall therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, blending client-centered listening with skills-based approaches like CBT and DBT to address thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience across community behavioral health, youth-focused services, and primary care settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LMHC in Washington and a LIMHP in Nebraska, and she practices from Nebraska.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on availability.

What this therapist works with

Most often

Experience
17 years
Licensed
Washington, Nebraska
Languages
English

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