- Guilt and shame
- Communication problems
- Chronic illness coping
About Kimberly
Kimberly Kolarik is an LCSW licensed in Indiana and Illinois with 15 years of clinical practice. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, depression, and life changes. Her profile also lists work related to blended family issues, chronic illness and pain, codependency, commitment and communication problems, forgiveness, and guilt and shame.
She draws on a mix of practical approaches to help people sort what matters most to them. Sessions tend to focus on clear goals, small steps, and learning ways to handle hard feelings. Conversations are direct and collaborative, with attention to patterns that keep problems repeating.
Kimberly uses cognitive-behavioral ideas to challenge unhelpful thoughts and build different habits. She also brings humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives when it helps to understand how past relationships shape present choices. Rational-emotive concepts are used to name and question self-critical beliefs that feed guilt and shame.
In work around relationships and blended families she helps people clarify boundaries, improve communication, and navigate role changes. When chronic illness or disability is part of the picture, she focuses on coping strategies and realistic planning rather than quick fixes.
Her approach is practical and conversational. She and a client set short-term objectives and check progress together. To begin, clients complete an intake step and schedule an initial session that outlines next steps.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Kimberly uses a blend of methods that translate well to remote sessions. Cognitive-behavioral techniques focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and short between-session tasks. This approach helps with anxiety, depression, and self-critical thoughts that feed guilt and shame.Humanistic ideas are used to understand the person behind the problem, encouraging clearer self-expression and values-based choices. Psychodynamic thinking looks at recurring relationship patterns and how past experiences influence current reactions, which can be helpful when guilt or family-of-origin issues are present.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That collaborative planning usually happens in the first few sessions and is reviewed as progress is made.
Session formats were not detailed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow focused check-ins when schedules are tight. Therapists and licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work well in remote settings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she see?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and coping with life changes. The profile also lists blended family issues, chronic pain or illness, codependency, and guilt and shame.
How would she approach guilt or shame?
She uses conversational, goal-focused work that names self-critical beliefs and looks for alternatives. Techniques include questioning unhelpful thoughts and learning different responses to painful feelings.
What is her professional background?
She has 15 years of clinical experience and holds an LCSW credential. Her work includes long-term and short-term concerns across mood and relationship areas.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Indiana and Illinois and is located in Illinois.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she provide?
Session formats were not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video, phone, or in-person meetings are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. The exact fee schedule depends on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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