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Kristen Trolenberg

Therapist
28 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

You have many options to choose from when looking for a therapist and I know from years of experience that finding the right therapist makes all the difference. I have worked as a psychotherapist for decades now and have supported clients from all walks of life and with many different challenges. After achieving my Masters in Social Work, I worked in community mental health and hospitals for several years, and in women's health for several years before that, and in restaurant work before all that (which I think was actually a great addition to my later work as a therapist!) I began my psychotherapy practice, about 24 years ago working with adolescents, adults and couples and teaching DBT skills classes. My specialty areas are mood and relationship difficulties, personality disorders, compulsive and procrasting behaviors, ADHD and food/body image issues. This expertise and extensive experience has given me a wide array of skills to call upon, both emotional and practical, to help bring out your best.

My approach to therapy

If you are looking for an active participant in your self-exploration, improved wellness, relationships and productivity, then my decades of experience may be the solution. I have a solution-focused and strength-affirming style that will highlight your true self and address your challenges. We will also focus on skills development and use homework to help you achieve the lifestyle, mood and communication goals you are hoping for. My background in mindfulness, CBT, wellness and performance have led my clients to enhance their relationships, careers and find confidence and calm in their daily lives. I hope that I can be part of your process too.

What you can expect from me

I offer a free initial consult to make sure we feel like we are a good fit to get the most out of therapy. Then in the first session we will establish your goals, get to know your life history and current challenges and determine what steps will help you feel and function better right away.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Direct, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    28 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at East Carolina University, BA-Bachelor Of Arts at North Carolina State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
Next available: Jun 24