Kristin Andersen LMFT #135368

Hello and welcome to my website. I am a private practice psychotherapist, offering in-person as well as telehealth therapy. I am a warm, grounded, and accepting therapist who seeks to create a safe space for you to share your struggles and concerns. All are welcome here. If you are struggling with problems that feel insurmountable, I am here to lend a helping hand. I am psychodynamically trained and pair my knowledge with my intuitive instincts, tailoring my approach to meet your own unique needs. My work involves listening deeply to assist you in uncovering what keeps you from living the life you seek. I am client-centered, compassionate, and attachment-based, using trauma-sensitive care as needed. I am particularly passionate about trauma work, am an EMDR-trained clinician, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 trained, and currently studying Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment. Additionally, I'm trained in Eating Disorders Therapy and worked at an Intensive Outpatient Eating Disorder Center. Having dealt with my own eating disorder provides me with increased insight into what it's like to suffer with this disorder and how to experience increasing freedom and recovery from this debilitating dis-ease. Other issues I often treat include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, obsessions/compulsions, issues with sexuality, relationship problems, and gender exploration/expression. For a more complete list, please see below. I currently work with adolescents and adults. Fees and Insurance My fees are $200/session. I am in-network with Aetna Insurance. For other insurance plans, I am able to provide you with a monthly statement which may be helpful in receiving partial reimbursement. Feel free to contact me to find out about my current availability or to ask additional questions. Statement on Racial Justice I am allied with the Racial Justice community. I recognize the deep roots and impact that white supremacy has on our country. I strive to counteract this effect in my practice. I embrace the stance of cultural humility and recognize my efforts towards anti-racism, anti-oppression, multiculturalism, and inclusivity must be an ongoing effort of mine, especially in the treatment of trauma. Statement on Non-Binary and LGBTQIA+ Communities I am allied with the Non-Binary and LGBTQIA+ communities. I’m mindful of the history of physical, sexual and psychological oppression of individuals in these communities over time and place. I take a stance of cultural humility, avow that cultural competence is an ongoing process, and commit to continuing education about the issues faced by Non-Binary and LGBTQIA+ persons. Trainings and Credentials: -Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #135368 -MA, Counseling Psychology, California Institute for Integral Studies -Practicum at Bay Area Community Resources -Internship at Community Institute for Psychotherapy -Internship and Licensed work with Eating Disorders at Amrita Eating Disorder Treatment Center -Certificate of Completion in Spiritual Direction, Loyola Marymount College -Certificate of Completion in Grief Recovery Method, The Grief Recovery Institute, Sherman Oaks, CA -Certificate of Completion, EMDR Basic Training, EMDR Institute, Inc -DBT Intensive Course, PESI -Completion of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute of Level 1, Trauma Themes Current training: Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment Certification with Dr. Janina Fisher