Dr. Kristin Good , CA Psychologist PSY20854

Dr. Kristin Good is a California licensed clinical psychologist with 24 years of professional experience, holding the credential CA Psychologist PSY20854, which identifies her state license number. She applies evidence-informed techniques within a positive, client-centered framework to help people address symptoms of anxiety and depression and move toward greater well-being.

Dr. Good meets each person where they are, working in either English or Spanish to establish priorities and practical goals. Sessions focus on learning and practicing skills that can be used throughout life to manage future challenges and improve quality of life according to each individual’s standards. She frames difficulties as opportunities for change and growth and uses her training to help clients better understand their own emotions and the feelings of others.

Her approach emphasizes developing self-compassion and self-appreciation while reducing pain and suffering, with the aim of helping people move beyond mere survival toward a fuller, more satisfying and meaningful life. Throughout her work she blends clinical knowledge and experience to listen attentively and support clients as they build lasting skills and resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Kristin Good draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR as cornerstones of her clinical work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration - the therapist meets the person where they are and follows the client’s priorities to build goals and self-directed growth. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaching practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and everyday stress. EMDR is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact, often used when past events continue to affect current functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Good works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and to tailor a plan that may combine approaches over time. This collaborative process helps ensure the chosen methods fit the individual’s situation and evolve as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care during life changes, while still allowing meaningful therapeutic work to take place.