- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- CBT and ACT methods
About KRISTINA
KRISTINA KOTECHA is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 21 years of experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and intimacy-related issues. Her practice also covers depression, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, and career and life transitions.
She uses a conversational style in sessions and aims to make therapy straightforward and practical. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what changes a person wants to make. She draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered methods to guide that work.
Kristina also supports people facing more specific challenges. These include autism spectrum concerns, avoidant personality patterns, blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, and communication or control problems. She has experience with topics around sexual expression such as BDSM and kink, and with addiction and domestic violence histories.
Her background spans many settings over two decades, giving her familiarity with a wide range of life problems. She uses mindfulness and solution-focused techniques alongside longer-term work when helpful. Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and steps a person can try between meetings.
People who choose to work with Kristina can expect practical conversation, goal-setting, and tools they can use outside of sessions. To begin, prospective clients follow the service's matching and scheduling steps to arrange a first meeting.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that fit their values; it can be useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and then testing small changes; it is often used for anxiety, sleep issues, and mood problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative conversation where the therapist follows the person's lead and helps clarify goals and choices.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Kristina will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then use ACT, CBT, client-centered techniques, mindfulness, or solution-focused ideas as appropriate. That process is collaborative and may shift as needs change.
Confirm the exact session formats available before booking through the service. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or travel and may allow shorter check-ins or meetings from different locations. Talk with the therapist during the matching steps about how to structure sessions so they fit into everyday life and goals.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, intimacy issues, depression, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting and work-related stress, and related topics.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses a conversational, practical approach that focuses on current concerns and clear goals. Sessions mix discussion with steps to try between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 21 years of professional experience working in a variety of clinical settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Will sessions be available in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the service.