- Emotion-focused work
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused steps
About Kristen
Kristen Gaughan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 23 years of clinical experience. She has worked across many treatment settings and with people facing mental health and addiction challenges. Kristen focuses on practical help for problems that interfere with daily life.
Her background includes a Bachelor’s degree from York College of Pennsylvania with a double major in psychology and sociology and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. Over two decades she has treated mood and anxiety concerns, trauma and abuse, substance use, and process addictions such as gambling or compulsive behaviors.
In sessions she uses approaches that center emotions and relationships, along with client-centered talking, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps. That means conversations aim to identify patterns, clarify goals, and try manageable changes between meetings. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas when it helps to understand longer-standing patterns.
Kristen helps people address issues including grief, anger, ADHD, burnout and compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, and relationship or family problems. She also supports those coping with life changes like divorce, blended family adjustments, or medical challenges such as cancer.
Her style emphasizes clear goals and steady progress. She asks questions, offers reflections, and helps people experiment with new ways of relating to themselves and others. To begin, prospective clients can follow the site sign-up steps to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Emotion-Focused and Client-Centered Work Online
Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps identify and name core emotions and attachment patterns that affect relationships and self-understanding. It is often used when people notice repeated interaction patterns or difficulty tolerating strong feelings. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, reflection, and the client’s own goals so the person leads the pace and focus. Motivational Interviewing supports change by exploring ambivalence and building motivation for specific steps.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss options and work together with the client to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and the issues at hand. This is a collaborative decision made over the first few meetings.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting meetings into work, caregiving, or travel schedules. Video can support face-to-face conversation, while audio or shorter check-ins may suit a quick review or lower bandwidth situations. The aim is practical: make therapy fit everyday life so progress can continue between sessions.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered conversation, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused techniques to clarify feelings and try practical changes.
How much experience does she have?
Kristen has 23 years of clinical experience working in a variety of behavioral health settings and with a wide range of presenting issues.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and holds a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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