Therapist profile
Dr. Kristi Hottenstein, LPC, LPCC
Licensed counselor - Relationships and parenting
Continue with KristiAbout
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Coaching for transitions
About Kristi
Dr. Kristi Hottenstein is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Michigan with about 20 years of experience. She holds a doctorate in higher education administration and a master’s in Counseling. Her practice lists concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationships, family matters, parenting, grief, trauma, mood issues, addictions, and a broad range of life transitions.
Kristi works with adults to talk through relationship strain, parenting stress, career questions, and changes that feel overwhelming. She uses straightforward conversation and concrete strategies. Sessions focus on clarifying what matters to each person and finding practical ways to act on those values.
Her approach draws on several established methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. That mix lets her shift between building skills, exploring values, and attending to how daily choices affect mood and relationships.
She also offers coaching around college selection and life transitions, blending guidance with counseling techniques. People often leave sessions with small, doable steps to try between meetings and clearer priorities for next steps.
Kristi is based in Michigan and practices in English. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and formats through the site so they know how sessions will be scheduled and delivered.
How sessions work
How her therapeutic approaches fit into online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name their core values and take small actions that line up with those values. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and making changes that matter. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can help with intense emotions and relationship conflict.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying approaches, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than picking a single method at the start.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, allow shorter check-in meetings when needed, and reduce travel time. They also make it practical to continue work during job transitions or while managing caregiving duties. Ask about specific scheduling and session formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so you know how sessions will be arranged.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Texas, Arizona, California, New Jersey, Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She lists stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, career issues, and related concerns among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a mix of practical strategies and reflective conversation, focusing on values, behavior change, and skill building.
How long has she been practicing?
She has about 20 years of experience as a counselor and has held Michigan licensure since 2009.
Which credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPC and an LPCC licensed in Michigan and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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