Kristen Cairns, a Licensed Professional Counselor (MS, LPC), specializes in providing compassionate care to adolescents and adults facing eating disorders, mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, and perinatal conditions related to pregnancy and motherhood. With a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship, she adopts a collaborative counseling approach, emphasizing the importance of therapist-client fit as a vital element in fostering change. Kristen is dedicated to creating a safe environment where clients can explore their struggles, uncover deeper root issues, and develop healthier coping strategies. Her clinical experience encompasses working with individuals, groups, and families across all levels of care. Additionally, she is trained in EMDR, which she incorporates as a supplemental tool for trauma work when it is appropriate and desired. Recognizing that reaching out for extra support requires bravery, Kristen is eager to connect with those seeking guidance on their journey to healing.