Hi. I'm Kris Wegman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have decades of experience working with clients with various behavioral health concerns, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders. I have had the privilege of working with Veterans for most of my career but have worked on the Civilian side, too.
I support clients on their wellness path by bringing gratitude and some humor into sessions. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to explore the connection between thoughts, mood, and behavior. Motivational interviewing helps us talk about what you want to improve and your readiness for change. I work from a strengths perspective, building on traits and resources you already have while developing new skills. I believe in looking at "what's important to you?" vs "what's wrong with you?"
Our first session includes gathering basic history so I have a better understanding of what's going on- why are you seeking help now and what do you hope to gain? I'll ask if you have any experience in counseling and what you did or didn't like about that. Then we'll talk about how often you would like to schedule appointments.
