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Kristian Wilson

Kristian Wilson, LMHC, LPC

Therapist · Florida · 16+ years of experience

Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions

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At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
LMHC, LPC
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMHC · No. MH11336
License (Georgia)
LPC · No. LPC016644
NPI
1346557337

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  • 16 years experience
  • Florida based
  • Client-centered care

About Kristian

Kristian Wilson is a licensed mental health counselor with 16 years of practice in Florida. She draws on a broad background to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strains, and life changes. Kristian focuses on making therapy clear and approachable so people can take small, useful steps forward.

She creates a calm, accepting space where clients can talk through what matters most. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to each person’s goals. Kristian pays attention to practical problems like sleep, work stress, parenting challenges, and caregiver strain while also addressing deeper issues such as trauma, grief, and identity concerns.

Her work often involves helping people improve communication, manage strong emotions, and rebuild self-esteem. She also supports those coping with addictions, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and the stresses that come with chronic illness or caregiving. Aging and geriatric issues are included among the areas she pays attention to when they relate to a client’s situation.

Kristian uses a mix of approaches to fit each person she sees. She leans on client-centered methods to follow the client’s lead and on cognitive behavioral strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and actions. Mindfulness practices and narrative techniques are used to build awareness and reframe personal stories.

Her style is direct but compassionate, with an emphasis on clear goals and steady progress. Kristian works with individuals to build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and find ways to move forward from difficult periods.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Credentials

Florida, Georgia

Languages

English

Approaches that guide online work and goals

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's priorities. It gives people room to set the pace, name what matters, and shape the goals they want to pursue. This approach is useful for anyone looking for a supportive, nonjudgmental space to talk about identity, relationships, or life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and trying small experiments to change them. It is practical for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress that gets in the way of daily life. Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice their experience without getting swept away, which can reduce reactivity and improve coping with strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kristian will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress is made. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan stays useful and realistic.

Session logistics should be confirmed before scheduling since formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make fitting sessions into a busy week easier, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks or evenings. It also supports continued work when life changes make in-person meetings harder. Ask about current session options when you schedule to pick the format that works best for you.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristian commonly address?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma, addictions, ADHD, caregiver stress, and aging and geriatric issues as they relate to an individual.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and practical. She focuses on clear goals, skill building, and helping people apply changes in everyday life.

What is her professional background?

Kristian has 16 years of experience working as a licensed clinician and brings that experience to supporting individuals with mood, relationship, and life-transition concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the credentials LMHC and LPC and practices in Florida.

Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working together?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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