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Kimberly Whitner

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

When you've spent so much time trying to keep your life together, it can be difficult to admit that you're struggling. You may be grieving someone you love, turning to alcohol to escape painful memories, or feeling exhausted by unpredictable mood changes, family conflict, and relationships that leave you questioning your worth. I want you to have a place where you can finally let your guard down, feel understood without judgment, and begin finding your way back to yourself.

My approach to therapy

I believe healing begins with understanding how your past experiences influence the way you think, feel, and respond to life's challenges today. Whether painful memories leave you constantly on edge, arguments cause you to shut down, or alcohol has become your way of coping, we'll work together to understand those patterns and find healthier ways forward. I'll help you process difficult experiences at a comfortable pace, manage overwhelming emotions, and build practical habits that bring more stability, confidence, and connection into your life.

What you can expect from me

You don't have to pretend everything is fine or feel pressured to share painful experiences before you're ready. We'll start with what's been weighing on you most, whether that's crying when you're alone, struggling to manage your moods, feeling disconnected from your partner, or carrying the emotional weight of a difficult family situation. I'll listen without judgment, help you make sense of what you're experiencing, and work with you to identify a few meaningful steps toward feeling more like yourself again.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at WALDEN UNIVERSITY, Other at University of Phoenix
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Georgia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Seeking Safety, Narrative Therapy, Humanistic, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gestalt
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English