Kristin Doherty , LPC

Kristin Doherty is a licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with 20 years of experience supporting people through family conflicts, anger management, low self-esteem, depression, and major life transitions. She is also certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, a national credential that recognizes adherence to professional standards in counseling. Drawing on training in cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy, she helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and clarify goals for change.

Kristin’s work includes addressing caregiver stress and communication problems as well as motivation and anxiety. She emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach that invites honest sharing of thoughts and feelings while acknowledging that the therapeutic process often requires uncomfortable adjustments. She is transparent about the limits of her practice and does not list addiction as an area of expertise. Kristin encourages those ready to pursue a more fulfilling and balanced life to take the first step, offering steady support as they work toward measurable change.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Support

Kristin Doherty uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT focuses on practical skills - such as identifying negative thoughts, testing assumptions, and building new coping strategies - and can be helpful for depression, anxiety, anger, and self-esteem concerns.

She also employs solution-focused therapy, which concentrates on identifying strengths and small, achievable steps toward client goals. This approach is useful for managing life transitions, improving communication, and addressing caregiving stress by emphasizing realistic, forward-looking solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristin works collaboratively with each person to choose and adapt techniques based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting course as progress is made.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic limitations. These options allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that fit their routine and comfort level while still receiving structured, evidence-informed care from a licensed professional.