Now scheduling individuals 10 years old and up!
/Kristen is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC-22713) under the clinical supervision of Christina Curry, LPC and earned a masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at NAU. Kristen believes therapy, like life itself, is deeply personal and is committed to a uniquely tailored approach to each client's needs. Kristin has experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, separation/divorce, OCD, mood disorders, eating disorders, and personality disorders. She is most passionate about working with individuals who are LGBTQIA+, recovering from religious trauma, and young adults navigating life transitions and exploring their identities. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy she helps clients gain understanding and acceptance of their inner conflicts. She equips clients with communication and coping skills to face day to day challenges through DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). She also utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to heal the root causes of current challenges, facilitating lasting change. Outside of work Kristen’s interests include spirituality, personal growth, asian food, and her dog Wesley.
Brianna is an intern counsleor under the supervision of Naomi Briones, LPC. She is completing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through NAU. Brianna completed her Bachelors degree in Pyschology in her home state of Washington at Whitworth University. She is a great believer in the therapeutic relationship. Witnessing how a non-judgmental and encouraging space can inspire individuals has left her in awe of her clients and their willingness to tackle life’s challenges. With foundations in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she aims to incorporate a strengths-based approach in her work. Brianna is also passionate about working with those that seek to incorporate faith, those struggling with self-esteem, anxiety or life transitions. Brianna is also excited to serve the Spanish speaking community and hopes to offer those individuals a space and resources where they can move forward with healing without a language barrier. Brianna looks forward to supporting client well-being and growing professionally at RCC, where the whole person is welcome. In her personal life, she greatly enjoy spending time with her son and husband. She also love to explore God’s creation and good books.