- Practical coping steps
- Support for grief
- Focus on relationships
About Kirsten
Kirsten Guiliano is a licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, and relationship strain. She commonly supports those dealing with grief, low self-esteem, and depression. People who are coping with panic disorder and panic attacks may also find her approach relevant.
Kirsten holds a Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential. She has about 10 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community care. Her work emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion for each person she meets.
In sessions Kirsten tailors conversation and plans to each person's needs. She focuses on practical steps and clear goals, and she invites clients to take small, manageable actions between meetings. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Kirsten often addresses underlying patterns such as attachment styles, communication problems, and feelings of isolation. She also helps with issues related to divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and finding life purpose. Young adults seeking direction or confidence may find her perspective helpful.
Kirsten describes therapy as a partnership. She supports and empowers clients as they try new ways of coping and living. To start, she listens carefully, then builds a plan that fits the person’s goals and circumstances.
Therapeutic approaches and how online work can fit your life
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often focus on learning practical skills and changing unhelpful patterns. One common approach teaches breathing and grounding strategies plus step-by-step exposure to feared situations to reduce panic and anxiety responses. This helps people gain more control over sudden panic symptoms and daily worry.Another frequently used method looks at relationship patterns and attachment. It helps people notice recurring habits in close relationships and practice new ways to communicate and set boundaries, which can reduce loneliness and conflict.
Choosing the right method is part of the work. The therapist will explore your goals, symptoms, and preferences and together you will decide which approaches to try. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as by reducing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes regular meetings more feasible when juggling work, school, or caregiving responsibilities, while still focusing on meaningful skill-building and planning.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
Therapy commonly covers stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and depression, along with related topics like attachment issues, communication problems, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is the therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, focused on clear goals and small steps. Conversation and plans are adjusted to fit each person's needs.
How much experience does this clinician have?
The therapist has 10 years of professional work experience in clinical and community settings.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She holds LMHC and LCPC credentials and is licensed in Florida and Illinois, with a practice presence in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.