- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family concerns
About Kimberly
Kimberly Kolarik is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of clinical experience in Illinois and Indiana. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family concerns, depression, and life changes. Kimberly also addresses blended family issues, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and problems with communication and commitment.
She uses a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques in conversations that are interactive and direct. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. Kimberly aims to reduce shame and blame while helping people identify patterns that keep problems going.
Her way of working draws on several established therapy methods, shifting to fit what a person brings to the room. She talks through thoughts and behaviors, looks at relationship dynamics, and helps people name the feelings behind their actions. Goals are set together and adjusted as needs change.
In practice she addresses specific situations such as divorce, blended family transitions, fatherhood challenges, and stress related to first responder roles. She also offers support for those dealing with chronic illness, guilt, and forgiveness issues.
Kimberly explains options clearly and outlines steps for moving forward. New clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches and what online sessions involve
Kimberly draws on evidence-based techniques that focus on thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. One approach looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions and teaches practical strategies to adjust unhelpful thinking and behavior. This can help with anxiety, stress, and day-to-day coping.Another commonly used approach examines relationship patterns and interaction styles. It helps people identify recurring dynamics in partnerships and families and practice clearer communication and boundaries. This is useful for relationship strain, blended family transitions, and communication problems.
Finding the right combination of methods is part of the work. Kimberly collaborates with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences, and she adjusts plans as progress is made.
The biography does not list specific session formats for online work, so confirm available options before booking. Generally, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, reducing commute time, offering shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoiding travel when illness or pain makes going out difficult. Licensed professionals tailor the session length and focus to match practical needs and daily schedules.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kimberly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include blended family issues, chronic pain and illness, codependency, and communication problems.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is interactive and direct, using conversations that focus on practical steps and changing patterns. She aims to reduce shame and help people set realistic goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working in Illinois and Indiana.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Illinois, with prior licensure noted in Indiana.
Which languages are offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.