- Client-centered care
- Focus on recovery
- Skills-based work
About Kiara
Kiara Pittman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, trauma, grief, relationship strain, and codependency. She works with adults, couples, and teenagers and brings eight years of clinical experience to sessions. Kiara aims to create a warm, welcoming space so people can take the hard first step toward getting support.
Kiara's style is client-centered and solution-focused. She listens first and follows the goals people set for themselves. Sessions often use tools from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build practical skills and new ways of thinking.
Her background includes work in clinics, hospitals, outpatient programs, home-based care, and addiction treatment settings. Kiara has roughly five years of experience specifically addressing substance use and working with survivors of sexual assault and trauma. She also notes experience with veteran and armed forces issues and multicultural concerns.
Having moved frequently as a military dependent and traveled widely, Kiara emphasizes adaptability and resilience. She aims to help people reframe perspectives and align thoughts and behaviors so daily life feels more manageable. Sessions are collaborative, with Kiara offering guidance while clients set the direction.
Kiara wants people to finish sessions feeling closer to their goals. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
How Kiara's Approaches Work Online
Client-centered therapy focuses on what the person wants to work on. The therapist listens, reflects, and helps clients set their own goals while offering guidance and support during sessions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. It teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful thinking and build healthier habits, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It includes techniques for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness that can be useful for people coping with strong reactions or relationship conflicts.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with clients to pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Plans can change over time as progress and priorities shift.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats available before booking. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, or let someone choose not to be on camera. Ask about current session arrangements so you know what to expect.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kiara address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction issues, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship strain, self-esteem problems, bipolar challenges, anger, and coping with life changes. Codependency and young adult issues are also listed focus areas.
What is Kiara's therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm and client-centered, with a solution focus. Sessions often combine talking, skill practice, and concrete strategies chosen with each person's goals in mind.
How much experience does she have?
Kiara has eight years of experience working in clinics, hospitals, outpatient programs, in-home care, and addiction services. She has about five years addressing substance use and trauma work.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current pricing and scheduling details before booking.
What steps are needed to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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