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Kristen Blazio

Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions

LPC Louisiana

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

Kristen Blazio is a licensed professional counselor who combines practical strategies with empathic support to help clients manage anxiety, depression, stress, and shifting family dynamics.

Background and approach

With an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and mindfulness-informed practices, she works to translate evidence-based ideas into concrete tools clients can use in daily life. Kristen emphasizes practical coping skills, self-understanding, and building resilience to face life changes and emotional challenges.

She brings four years of clinical experience in Louisiana and focuses on themes such as self-esteem, communication difficulties, forgiveness, and the transitions that accompany young adulthood. Her work also addresses pregnancy and childbirth concerns, postpartum depression, social anxiety and phobia, and related young adult issues.

Kristen aims to offer a nonjudgmental environment where people explore emotions, strengthen self-love, and develop sustainable strategies for improved well-being. Clients who engage with her receive individualized attention that blends short-term solution-focused techniques with ongoing therapeutic reflection.

Kristen frames therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person’s goals while providing structure for skill-building and growth.

Online Therapy That Combines Practical Tools and Compassion



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete coping skills and problem-solving techniques. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist offers genuine understanding and support to help clients explore their feelings and build self-awareness. Mindfulness Therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and acceptance through simple attention practices, which can reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Kristen works together with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and personal preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve. This cooperative exploration helps ensure therapy feels relevant and useful for daily life.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules, maintain continuity through life transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristen commonly address?
She works with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, family difficulties, and coping with life changes, along with related topics like communication problems and forgiveness.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her practice blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and Solution-Focused Therapy to combine empathic listening with practical, skill-based interventions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kristen has four years of experience providing counseling services in Louisiana, drawing on that background to support clients through transitions and emotional challenges.
What credentials and license does she hold and where is she located?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Louisiana with the license listed as LA LPC 6729.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and provides services to clients within the locations she serves.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started with therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsForgivenessPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English