- Family focused
- Caregiver support
- Reflective tasks
About Kristen
Kristen Ayers is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio with 11 years of practice. She focuses on common concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, and the stress that comes with life changes. Parents and caregivers often seek her out for help with family tension and caregiver strain. Kristen aims to be direct and supportive while encouraging clients to take an active role in their care.
Her work often centers on aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and caregiver stress. Sessions also address mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, self-esteem, and questions about life purpose. She combines practical tools with explanation so people understand what they can do between meetings.
Kristen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to guide sessions. She describes her style as interactive and educational, often offering reflective tasks to try between appointments. That homework is intended to keep progress moving outside of session time.
Clients should expect straightforward conversation without judgment and an emphasis on learning the mechanics behind feelings and behavior. Kristen looks for people who want to be active partners in therapy and who are willing to try new strategies. For parents concerned about family dynamics, she helps people talk through conflict and find practical next steps.
Because technical issues are affecting video chat right now, please confirm current session options when scheduling. Schedule details and session arrangements can be set after the initial match and intake steps.
How these approaches translate to online care
Kristen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy as core parts of her work. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, and mood issues. Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on goals and small, concrete steps, making it useful for people who want quick, actionable changes in family dynamics or daily routines.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kristen will discuss your goals and preferences and help you decide which methods to try. She often combines techniques and adapts tasks so they fit what you want to work on and how you prefer to engage in sessions.
Because the biography notes current technical issues with video chat, confirm the available session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support consistent follow-up between appointments. Discuss scheduling and format options during matching to find the arrangement that fits your life.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, family conflict, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, along with caregiver and geriatric concerns.
What is her general counseling style?
Her approach is interactive and educational, offering reflective tasks between sessions and practical explanations about how feelings and behavior work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working in social work settings, including work with geriatric and end-of-life issues.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, shown as LISW, practicing in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with this clinician?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.