Krista Shabtaie, LCSW, is a compassionate and supportive therapist who understands the courage it takes to begin therapy. Her empathic nature empowers clients to navigate various struggles in relationships, work, school, health, and other areas of life, fostering the development of tailored solutions for both unique and everyday challenges. Utilizing a collaborative and flexible approach, Krista ensures that her clients are active participants in their healing journey. She believes that incorporating humor and lightheartedness into sessions is essential for creating a comfortable therapeutic environment. Specializing in prenatal and postpartum mental health issues, mood and anxiety disorders, life transitions, and trauma, Krista employs a diverse array of therapeutic techniques including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) among others. By adapting her methods to meet the specific needs of each individual, Krista facilitates greater self-acceptance, the development of essential coping skills, and lasting healing.