- Social anxiety and phobia
- Stress and depression
- Communication help
About Kristina
Kristina Clingan is an Ohio LISW with 20 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and self-esteem struggles. Kristina also focuses on social anxiety and phobia and on the practical problems those challenges create in daily life.
She tends to work in a straightforward, conversational way. Sessions often involve talking through current problems, identifying patterns that get in the way, and trying small steps to test new ways of responding. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide that process while keeping the work practical and goal-oriented.
Kristina pays attention to how isolation and strained communication affect mood and relationships. She helps people rebuild confidence in social settings and practice clearer, calmer ways of speaking up. Topics such as forgiveness, self-love, and life purpose are explored with concrete exercises and reflection rather than abstract theory.
With many years of practice in Ohio, Kristina draws on a range of clinical experience when adapting approaches to each person’s needs. She helps people set simple goals, measure progress, and revise plans when needed. The focus is on usable skills that fit real life.
To begin, she asks people to describe their immediate concerns and what they hope to change. From there Kristina and the client work together to choose techniques that make sense for the situation and schedule. This gives a clear path forward without overwhelming next steps.
How therapeutic techniques translate to online work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to focus on clear, practical change. For example, cognitive-based methods look at unhelpful thoughts that feed anxiety and teach ways to test and change them, which can reduce avoidance and make social situations more manageable. Behavioral techniques include gradual exposure and small experiments to build confidence step by step and reduce fear of specific situations.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods seem most useful based on goals, comfort, and how quickly they want to try new skills. That collaborative choice can be adjusted as progress is tracked over time.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. These practical benefits can help people keep momentum while they work on anxiety, social fears, communication, and related issues.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and related issues such as social anxiety and phobia, isolation, and communication problems.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a conversational, goal-focused way, emphasizing practical steps and skills you can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working as a licensed professional in Ohio.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds an LISW credential and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the system.