Krista Gerdts

Hi, I'm Krista — a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Santa Monica, with a private practice serving adults and teens both in person and via telehealth throughout California. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem, and I use CBT, IFS, and ACT to help clients build lasting, meaningful change. My style is warm, engaged, and genuinely curious — if you're ready to stop going through the motions and start actually feeling like yourself again, I'd love to work with you.

I offer a collaborative environment that allows you to develop a deeper understanding and acceptance of yourself, your thoughts, and your emotions. My approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems while taking your specific needs into account.

What you can expect from our first session is an exploration of what initially brought you to therapy. The first session is about building a connection and seeking to understand the way you have been feeling. This is an opportunity to share what you hope to get out of therapy and for me to answer any questions you have.