- Warm interactive style
- Practical skill building
- Focus on relationships
About Kimberly
Kimberly Kolarik is a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience in clinical practice. She practices in Illinois and draws on a wide base of work with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and big life transitions. Her tone is warm and interactive and she focuses on treating each person with respect and compassion.
Kimberly tailors sessions to the person in front of her rather than using one fixed method. She combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with human-centered dialogue. In practice that means helping people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, try new ways of communicating, and experiment with different behaviors between sessions.
She has substantial experience supporting people coping with blended family issues, chronic pain or illness, codependency, and the emotional consequences of divorce and separation. First responder issues and fatherhood concerns are also part of her caseload, along with family of origin and communication problems.
Her work often addresses stress, relationship problems, and the panic that can show up in daily life. She also helps people manage overlapping concerns such as co-morbidity, guilt, and shame. Sessions aim to be practical, grounded, and directed toward small, achievable changes.
Kimberly encourages people to approach therapy at their own pace. She focuses on collaboration, clear goals, and skills people can use outside sessions. If someone is ready to take a step toward change, she offers steady support and guidance along the way.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Many of the evidence-based techniques Kimberly uses focus on changing thoughts, behavior, and relationships. Cognitive approaches help people notice and test unhelpful thoughts, which can reduce anxious thinking and panic symptoms. Humanistic methods center on empathetic conversation and support, helping people feel heard and understood as they figure out next steps.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kimberly will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. She adjusts language, exercises, and homework so the plan fits what the person wants to try.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people practice skills in familiar routines and bring real-life examples into the session for troubleshooting.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kimberly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and helps people coping with life changes. Panic and panic attacks are included among the anxiety concerns she lists.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and interactive. She aims to be respectful and compassionate while tailoring conversations to each person's needs.
What is her clinical experience?
She has 15 years of experience in clinical practice working with a wide range of emotional and relational issues.
Which credentials and location apply to this clinician?
She holds an LCSW and practices in Illinois, with licensure noted in Illinois and Indiana.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to make sure they match your needs.
How much do sessions cost?
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?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.