Kristi Meade , LPC

Kristi Meade is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia with six years of clinical experience and three years as a fully licensed counselor. She became certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors in January 2024, adding a formal credential to her background in behavioral health.

Much of her career has been spent in a crisis stabilization unit serving individuals with mental health and substance use needs. That work developed her experience supporting people facing stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, challenges with motivation, concerns about self-esteem and confidence, and management of bipolar disorder. Her background in high-intensity settings informs a steady, practical approach to care.

Kristi emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. She prioritizes collaboration, helping people identify goals and build skills that fit their lives. She recognizes that beginning therapy often takes courage and affirms the step of reaching out for support.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Kristi draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it can be useful for chronic stress, anxiety, and motivation struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve functioning; it is commonly used for anxiety, mood concerns, and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaborative pacing, creating a supportive space for clients to explore self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristi works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds to find the best fit.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer greater flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to access a licensed professional from home, work, or another convenient location. These options support continuity of care and allow people to engage in therapy in ways that match their routines and communication preferences.