- Men's wellbeing supported
- Practical coping skills
- 14 years experience
About Kristine
Kristine Gustafson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri who uses practical, person-focused therapy to help people manage stress and major life shifts. She emphasizes clear, steady support and works to create a calm atmosphere where people can talk through what matters most to them.
She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered methods to build a tailored plan. Sessions focus on real-life skills such as managing anxiety, coping with grief, handling chronic health or caregiving strain, and addressing substance use or mood concerns.
Kristine has 14 years of experience in counseling and brings that background into straightforward, goal-oriented conversations. She helps people who are navigating career stress, relationship challenges, changes related to aging, and trauma recovery find clearer ways forward.
Her work includes attention to issues such as self-esteem, ADHD, body image, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people facing medical issues, chronic pain, and caregiving burdens by helping them set achievable steps and realistic coping strategies.
People who choose her can expect collaborative planning and practical homework between sessions when appropriate. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability using the Start Therapy button.
Online approaches that match your goals
Kristine uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions because it focuses on what matters most and builds small, consistent changes.She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with practical alternatives. CBT often includes simple experiments and behavioral steps that reduce worry and improve mood.
Mindfulness techniques are woven into sessions to help reduce reactivity and improve focus. These practices are brief and usable between sessions to manage stress and emotional overload.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kristine will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts pacing and tools based on what is working and what feels manageable.
Session format details were not specified in the biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Many people find online work helps them fit therapy into busy lives by reducing travel, making scheduling easier, and allowing shorter check-ins when that suits a work break or caregiving schedule.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and related issues like grief, body image, and compassion fatigue.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She uses goal-focused conversations and practical exercises from approaches like ACT, CBT, and mindfulness.
How much experience does she have?
Kristine has 14 years of experience in counseling practice and applies that background to help people manage life transitions and chronic stressors.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in Missouri.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.