Kristina Hoeksema

I grew up in the Upper Peninsula and have lived in northern lower Michigan for the past 25+ years. I love to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and enjoying my hobbies of reading, playing instruments and singing, puzzles, and hanging out with my adult daughters. I graduated with my Masters of Social Work in 2004 and received my full clinical license in 2009. I am currently working full-time as a school mental health provider for a K-12 school and while I thoroughly enjoy this environment, I am missing working with adults and made the decision to offer services to adults 18 and up on a part-time basis. I work with clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, navigating life stressors, and other struggles that impact self esteem and ability to navigate every day life.

I utilize a strength based approach, folding in CBT, and other evidence based therapy approaches as deemed appropriate in treatment to help you reach your goals. I'm relaxed, open, encouraging, but also direct and honest with you. I don't tell you what to do, but walk beside you as we sort through life's challenges.

Clients working with me will gain new insights about their experiences while building helpful coping skills to manage symptoms. Developing an ability to view your struggles in different ways allows you to regain control over your responses to difficult situations and emotions.