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Kristen Burnsmith, LPC, SEP

My name is Kristen Burnsmith and I graduated from Ottawa University in 2014 with a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling with a focus on Trauma, Abuse and Deprivation.

My style is eclectic and client-centered with a goal of creating a safe place to help you live the best life for you. I believe everyone has the ability to heal and that the right therapist can help you experience and recognize your true self so you can start enjoying a life filled with joy, passion and love. I specialize in working with people who are struggling with LGBTQIA+ issues, anxiety, depression, trauma of all kinds, addictions and relational issues.

The techniques I use to treat my clients are derived from cutting edge therapy models and evidence-based models that include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Pia Mellody's Model for Codependency (PIT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing Therapy (SE) for trauma and nervous system regulation, the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

I have worked for the past ten years at The Meadows, a world-renowned inpatient treatment facility, assisting clients with their trauma and addiction issues. I have a limited private practice with availability Monday evenings with additional availability on the weekends.

I am currently accepting new clients for my private practice on a limited basis. Please contact me to schedule an appointment. My office is located in Surprise, AZ, and I have a profile on Psychology Today located here: https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_detail.php?profid=320580

I have also assisted many people find inner peace through guided meditation. I have recently recorded a meditation track to assist with relaxation and increase positive thoughts. Please contact me at kristen@counselingbykristen.com to purchase my meditation track.

I have created a gratitude and intention journal that is available for purchase on Amazon