Kimberly Vanputten-gardner

Kimberly Vanputten-Gardner is a dedicated psychotherapist and family life specialist with a profound commitment to facilitating individual growth and healing within family relationships. With a PhD and extensive training in Counseling Psychology and Family Studies, she specializes in providing individual and family counseling for a diverse range of mental health issues, including depression, relationship challenges, and parenting concerns. Kimberly also offers family life education services tailored to the needs of separated or divorced families, elderly care, issues related to adult children returning home, biracial couples, and trans-racial adoptive and foster care families. Her experience extends beyond therapy; she has served as a policy advocate and a college professor, representing the American Psychological Association in Congressional briefings on Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. Currently, she teaches family science at the University of Maryland, College Park, enriching the lives of her students. Kimberly is also a participating provider with various insurance companies, ensuring accessibility for her clients while providing flexible payment options.