Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki

Practical, compassionate counseling for life transitions

LPC Louisiana

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Depression
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Kimberly

Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana who focuses on helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and family-related concerns. She works primarily with individuals from early adulthood through geriatric years and brings eight years of clinical experience to each client relationship.

Background and approach

Her priority is creating a nonjudgmental, empowering atmosphere where clients can explore feelings and develop practical strategies for everyday wellness. Kimberly integrates client-centered principles with structured techniques to support growth and measurable progress.

She emphasizes collaborative treatment planning, using feedback and ongoing assessment to refine goals and track improvements. In sessions she offers punctual, professional guidance alongside resources aimed at fostering coping skills, communication, and resilience.

Prospective clients are invited to begin by completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling according to availability, after which Kimberly tailors a plan geared toward each person’s needs and preferences.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Kimberly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for changing behaviors and emotional responses, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy principles that emphasize empathy, active listening, and a supportive therapeutic relationship so clients feel heard while exploring personal goals and values. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set concrete, short-term goals and build on existing strengths to create forward momentum in areas like coping with life changes and problem solving.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process, and Kimberly partners with clients to determine which combination of methods best matches their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts strategies over time based on feedback and observable progress so treatment remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options for different schedules and communication styles. These formats support continuity of care, make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, and allow clients to work on skills and strategies in ways that suit them best.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Kimberly focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.

What is the therapist's general therapeutic style?

Her approach blends client-centered care with structured techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused methods to foster collaboration, practical problem solving, and measurable progress.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings eight years of experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures, with particular focus on adults from early adulthood through geriatric populations.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with license LA LPC 7186 and practices in Louisiana.

Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what session formats can clients meet with her?

Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preferences and scheduling needs.

How is cost handled for sessions with this therapist?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Depression ADHD

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English