- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
About Kristyn
Kristyn VanderZouwen is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with three years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and related life changes. Kristyn also addresses concerns such as guilt and shame, attachment difficulties, and the emotional impact of illness and parenting transitions.
She listens for the stories that shape how someone feels about themselves. Sessions focus on clear conversation and practical steps. She uses approaches that help people notice patterns, test new behaviors, and set manageable goals.
Her background includes supporting people through trauma, religious harm, and the long-term effects of chronic illness. She has worked with survivors of sexual assault and people handling grief tied to identity and loss. Kristyn pays attention to how past relationships and beliefs affect current feelings of guilt and shame.
In the room she draws on client-centered practice, cognitive behavioral ideas, and techniques from dialectical behavior therapy. She also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods to help people find next steps.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and conversational. Kristyn helps clients sort through what they value, name unhelpful thoughts, and try different coping skills. The overall aim is to lessen the hold that guilt and shame have on daily life and decision making.
People who choose to work with her usually want clear practices they can use between sessions. She offers steady support for making small changes that add up over time.
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Kristyn uses client-centered methods that prioritize the client's perspective and goals. This approach centers the conversation on the person's experience and helps identify what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to track thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to test small experiments that can reduce anxiety or depressive patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance, which can be helpful for impulsivity and intense feelings.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Kristyn will discuss the options, listen to priorities, and recommend practices that fit the client’s needs and preferences. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress and challenges appear.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, handle brief check-ins, or use video or phone for different comfort levels. Many people find it simpler to practice skills between meetings when sessions fit their everyday schedule. Licensed professionals, including therapists using these approaches, aim to make the work practical and applicable to real life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and life changes. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, attachment issues, and the emotional effects of illness.
How does she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She listens to the story behind the feeling and uses talk-based work plus practical tools to change unhelpful thought patterns. The work often includes naming beliefs and testing new responses.
What is her professional background?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with three years of clinical experience. Her background includes supporting people after trauma and during significant life transitions.
Where is she based and licensed?
She practices in Michigan and holds an MI LMSW credential. Sessions are offered in English.
Can people who live outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are offered to people within the geographical and licensure limits she follows.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. The site’s scheduling flow will list available formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.