- Acceptance and action
- Mindful skills
- Goal focused
About Kristine
Kristine Gustafson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 14 years of clinical experience. She uses a practical, person-centered approach to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and codependency concerns. Sessions focus on clear goals and steady progress rather than jargon or quick fixes.
Her work blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered listening. She adapts tools to fit each person's life and priorities. That means learning new ways to respond to strong emotions and building habits that support recovery and growth.
Kristine also brings special attention to compassion fatigue and chronic illness challenges. She supports caregivers and people dealing with long-term health issues to find manageable routines and sustainable coping strategies. She aims to reduce overwhelm and help clients reclaim a stronger sense of agency.
Therapy sessions typically involve practical exercises, gentle reflection, and planning specific steps to try between meetings. Kristine emphasizes collaboration so the person in therapy has an active role in shaping goals and methods. Progress is tracked in ways that make sense for everyday life.
People who want straightforward, steady support for life changes, relationship patterns, addiction struggles, grief, or career stress often seek this approach. Kristine works in English and is available to clients in Missouri and beyond who choose to work across borders.
How Kristine’s Approaches Work Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking steps toward them even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear. Online ACT sessions tend to mix discussion with simple exercises that help people notice patterns and commit to chosen actions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and change them through practical experiments and new skills. Delivered online, CBT often uses short homework tasks and focused problem-solving between appointments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristine collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She will adjust techniques as progress is made so the plan stays useful and realistic.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people appreciate the way online sessions can fit into busy days by reducing travel time, making scheduling easier, or allowing a shorter check-in when time is limited. Online work can still include practical exercises, mindfulness practices, and step-by-step behavior changes adapted to everyday routines.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kristine address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, codependency, addictions, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting, career strain, and a range of other life challenges listed in her specialties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered listening to create a practical, collaborative approach.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kristine has 14 years of experience providing counseling and supervision in clinical settings.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and she can work with international clients as indicated in her profile.
What session formats are used for therapy?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or in-person sessions are offered.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.