- CBT
- Motivational interviewing
- Trauma informed care
About Kirstie
Kirstie Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with five years of experience. She lists stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, depression, and coping with life changes among her main focus areas. She also notes work related to panic, post-traumatic stress, and issues like isolation, body image, and self-love.
Kirstie frames her work around trauma-informed care and uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques. She names Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing as approaches she uses to help people make practical changes in thinking and behavior. Sessions emphasize clear steps and strategies rather than vague theory.
She identifies as a female-only therapist and says her worldview is informed by Christian faith. That perspective can shape conversations about values, meaning, and hope when clients wish to include those topics. Language of sessions is English and she practices in Missouri.
In the room, Kirstie focuses on understanding each person’s story and current challenges. She helps people identify patterns, try small changes, and practice new ways of coping with stress and anxiety. That includes work on panic attacks, communication problems, and decisions such as divorce or financial strain.
Her stated intake process asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Payment is handled through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and costs vary with location.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Many of the methods she uses are familiar and straightforward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments. It is often used for anxiety, panic, and stress to build new behavior patterns and reduce avoidance.Motivational interviewing helps people clarify what matters to them and find motivation for change. It uses open questions and reflection to move from uncertainty to action, which can help with decisions about relationships, parenting roles, or lifestyle changes.
Choosing an approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, and then suggest techniques to try. That process is collaborative and can be adjusted over several sessions as needed.
Confirm the specific online session formats before booking, since format details are not listed in her biography. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time. Ask about formats available so sessions can be matched to practical needs and daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She lists stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, depression, and coping with life changes among her main focus areas. Additional topics include panic, post-traumatic stress, isolation, and body image.
What is her therapeutic style?
She describes a trauma-informed approach and uses evidence-based techniques to support practical changes in thinking and behavior. Sessions emphasize clear steps and strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription payment model that can be canceled at any time; exact cost varies with location.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.