Kristina Kerr , LPC

Kristina Kerr is a licensed counselor with two decades of experience working across a wide range of clinical settings and client needs. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Butler University and a Master of Counseling from Trevecca University. She holds licensure to practice counseling in Tennessee and Kentucky and carries the LPC credential. In addition, she is a Masters Addictions Counselor and a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional, reflecting specialized training to address substance use and trauma-related concerns.

Her clinical work spans many diagnoses from the DSM-5, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use disorders, as well as presenting concerns such as low self-esteem, anger management, stress reduction, relationship and parenting struggles. She approaches each person from a person-centered perspective, offering unconditional positive regard - meaning she aims to meet people without judgment and with acceptance so they can explore difficult issues safely and at their own pace.

Kerr integrates evidence-based techniques to match the individual needs of each client, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy - in which she holds certification - motivational interviewing, stages of change, solution-focused methods, trauma-informed techniques, and practical coping skills. She adapts interventions to what the client finds most useful, creating a flexible, collaborative approach that emphasizes growth, symptom reduction, and practical problem solving.

Throughout her work she focuses on building trust, openness, and mutual respect, tailoring treatment to support meaningful change and the goals individuals bring to therapy.

Approaches for Online Counseling and Therapeutic Support

Kristina Kerr uses client-centered therapy to place the individual at the heart of the work, offering acceptance and respect while helping clients explore their values, choices, and goals. This approach suits people seeking a supportive environment to process personal concerns and build self-awareness. She also employs cognitive behavioral therapy, a practical method that helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Additionally, Kerr integrates dialectical behavior therapy skills training to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - tools that are especially useful for strong emotions, relationship challenges, and impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is collaborative; Kerr works with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts techniques over time as those needs evolve. This collaborative planning helps ensure therapy stays relevant and effective for the client's current situation.

Online therapy with Kerr is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, accommodate busy routines, and access support from various locations while working with licensed professionals who tailor treatment to individual concerns.