- Parenting concerns
- Guilt and shame
- Self-esteem work
About Kristy
Kristy LaMar is a California licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with four years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and the practical strains of life changes. Kristy also notes experience with adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, communication and family of origin issues, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, self-love, women's issues, and feelings of guilt and shame.
She prefers clear, direct conversation in session. Kristy listens to what feels most urgent and helps people sort next steps. Conversations focus on understandable goals and small, practical changes that fit everyday life.
Kristy adapts the pace and topics to each person. Sessions look at how current habits and relationships affect mood and behavior. She helps people notice patterns, try different responses, and rebuild confidence after setbacks.
Her approach is problem-focused and straightforward. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, depression, and stress. This includes working on coping skills, emotion regulation, and communication practices that people can use between sessions.
People who come with parenting stress or caregiver strain can expect concrete strategies and support around boundaries and daily rhythms. Those carrying guilt or shame often work on understanding where those feelings come from and on practical steps to feel less stuck. Kristy encourages regular check-ins on progress and adjusts plans when needed.
How evidence-based techniques are used in remote sessions
Kristy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage anxiety, depression, and stress. For anxiety she focuses on helping people notice and test unhelpful thoughts and on building steady coping skills to reduce day-to-day distress. For depression and low motivation she emphasizes small behavioral changes and structured activity planning to restore routine and increase a sense of forward motion.Finding the right approach usually happens together. Kristy will talk with each person about what feels most important, try practical steps, and revisit what helps or needs adjusting. The plan is collaborative and changes as the client’s needs and goals evolve.
The practical benefits of working online include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time so therapy can happen around work or caregiving duties. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Many people find online sessions make it easier to keep regular check-ins and apply new skills between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, family of origin issues, and guilt and shame.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses clear, problem-focused conversation and evidence-based techniques. The work centers on practical skills, emotion regulation, and improving everyday routines.
What is her background and experience?
She holds a California LCSW and has four years of professional clinical experience helping adults with mood and stress-related concerns.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in California and is a licensed clinical social worker, credentialed as LCSW in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.