Welcome, I’m Kristina!

I believe relationships are the essence of life, and the key to joy and fulfillment and positive mental health, but only when they are connected, nurturing and supportive. Relationships can be painful, but they can also be healing! There is a saying that goes something like: It is comforting to be loved, even if we are not known, although being known and not loved is our greatest fear; however, to be loved AND known is the most satisfying and sublime of all human experiences. Facilitating this process is what lights me up as a therapist.

I am passionate about helping couples, families and individuals dig deep into their lived experience, find understanding and compassion for themselves and others, so that they can live more authentic and peaceful lives. One of my superpowers is helping others find safety in vulnerability. I also love helping people find their strengths and feel resilient.

I value being warm, supportive, collaborative, culturally sensitive and honest, and I will bring these qualities to the table every session.

I work systemically, which means I value the context of your life. Whoever you are, you are a whole person to me. I know from experience that life can be very hard and damaging to the core of our being. Messages from many directions tell us we are not enough, or healing is not possible. But healing is possible. It is work, but it is work we can do together.

When I’m not doing therapy my favorite place to be is with my family or in nature. I love trees, ocean breezes and lots of library books. I have been married almost 10 years to my amazing husband and we have 5 kids and the cutest ragdoll kitten (who is the mascot of our family).