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Dr. Kriss Wiant

Therapist blending practical experience with collaborative care

OH Psychologist P.4840 Ohio

Experience
30 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Kriss

Dr. Kriss Wiant brings three decades of clinical experience to his practice in Ohio, combining a varied professional history with a steady, client-focused approach.

Background and approach

He has worked in diverse roles including military service and secondary education, and over the years he has supported people coping with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem difficulties, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, anger, and ADHD. His background informs a practical style that emphasizes understanding each client's unique perspective and life context.

Wiant centers therapy on a collaborative relationship in which clients and therapist work together to clarify concerns, identify internal resources, and set achievable goals. He pays careful attention to patterns of thinking and feeling, and uses targeted skill development to address barriers - whether that involves shifting unhelpful thinking habits, improving communication, or practicing coping strategies.

His methods draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered and mindfulness-informed techniques, and he also offers hypnotherapy as an option when appropriate. Prospective clients are encouraged to ask questions early on to determine whether his approach feels like a good fit for their needs.

Approaches for Online Healing and Skill Building

Dr. Wiant commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-informed methods in online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them against reality, then practicing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-focused awareness and acceptance, helping people respond to stress and difficult emotions with clearer attention and less reactivity.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with clients to explore their goals, preferences, and the nature of their difficulties, and then tailors the mix of strategies to fit the person rather than insisting on a single method. That partnership helps clients try techniques, evaluate what works, and adjust the plan over time.

Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow people in Ohio to access care without travel and to continue with consistent practice and skill-building between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
Dr. Wiant works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, relationship and family matters, parenting and anger, as well as ADHD and related challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered relationship with close attention to perceptions, beliefs, and feelings while developing concrete strategies and skills to support change.
What is his professional background?
He has 30 years of experience and has worked in a variety of roles including military service and high school teaching before practicing as a psychologist.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is licensed as OH Psychologist P.4840 and practices in Ohio.
Does he work with non-English speakers or international clients?
He provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Additional focus areas

Avoidant personalityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPersonality disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)HypnotherapyMindfulness Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English