Kristen Burroughs

Compassionate, practical counseling for real-life challenges

LCMHC North Carolina

Experience: 6 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Kristen

Kristen Burroughs is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with six years of professional experience and a longer background as a K-12 school counselor.

Background and approach

She draws on that combined experience to help people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD-related challenges. Her approach blends practical skill-building with supportive listening to address emotional roadblocks and improve daily functioning.

Kristen commonly uses solution-focused and cognitive behavioral techniques to create brief, goal-oriented plans that emphasize measurable progress. She also brings knowledge of positive behavioral interventions, play-informed strategies for young clients, and trauma-focused training when relevant.

In sessions she offers psychoeducation, mindfulness-based group work, and grief support, adapting strategies to each person’s needs while maintaining a respectful and compassionate stance. Prospective clients can expect a collaborative process where goals and treatment are tailored to their circumstances and preferences.

Practical Approaches for Online Therapeutic Work

Kristen uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and develop concrete skills for managing anxiety, panic symptoms, and self-critical thinking. She also applies solution-focused therapy principles that concentrate on defining specific goals and building on existing strengths to create rapid, measurable change. These approaches are suited to concerns such as stress, mood obstacles, and goal-oriented challenges and translate well to remote formats.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kristen emphasizes collaboration in deciding which methods fit best. She will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and desired outcomes, adjusting strategies over time so the work remains practical and relevant to daily life.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to access consistent support from their home or other settings. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain momentum between meetings, and access therapeutic tools and psychoeducation in formats that match individual routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Kristen works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem difficulties, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, and she also focuses on communication problems, family issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, panic symptoms, and self-love.

How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?

The practice emphasizes client-centered care with brief solution-focused strategies and cognitive behavioral tools, prioritizing practical skills and collaborative problem solving to help clients move toward clearer goals.

What is her relevant background and experience?

She holds six years of professional counseling experience and additionally has over nine years working as a K-12 school counselor, including group leadership in mindfulness and grief work.

What credentials and location are on record?

She is credentialed as an LCMHC and practices in North Carolina; license number NC LCMHC 14398 is associated with her credential.

Which languages are available and does she accept international clients?

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

In what session formats can clients meet with her?

Clients may connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to availability and preference.

How are sessions priced and billed?

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

What steps are involved to begin therapy?

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

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsFamily problemsGuilt and shame Impulsivity Panic disorder and panic attacksSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English