Therapist profile
Dr. Kristin Good, CA Psychologist PSY20854
California psychologist - family and parenting concerns
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- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Works in English Spanish
About Kristin
Dr. Kristin Good is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist PSY20854) with 24 years of clinical experience. She works in English and Spanish. Her stated focus includes stress, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, LGBT issues, and a wide range of related struggles such as grief, addiction, sleep and eating problems, and ADHD.
She uses a client-centered approach that begins with what the person wants to work on. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical skills that can be used outside of appointments. Kristin emphasizes learning tools to manage symptoms and cope with life changes, rather than relying on abstract concepts alone.
Her work draws on evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior approaches, EMDR for trauma-related distress, and elements of Jungian thought when appropriate. In sessions she helps people understand their emotions and the emotions of others, and she practices concrete skill-building for daily life.
Parents and adults facing family strain or parenting stress can expect attention to communication, managing anger, and problem-solving around everyday home pressures. She also addresses attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and family of origin concerns in straightforward terms.
Kristin asks clients to set goals together and to practice skills between meetings. The emphasis is on reducing suffering and building practical ways to handle future challenges. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and an initial scheduled session are the usual first steps.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's priorities and goals and involves active listening and collaborative planning. It helps when you want to set concrete goals and work on problems that matter in daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful thinking and behavior. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating problems, and stress by giving clear techniques to practice between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved communication. It is often used for strong mood swings, anger management, and relationship strain.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. Plans can be adjusted as skills are learned and circumstances change, so the approach can shift over time based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let clients work on skills in the context of everyday life and bring real situations into the conversation for immediate problem-solving.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, relationship issues, trauma and many related areas listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a client-centered way of working that sets goals together and focuses on practical skills to use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of clinical experience as a psychologist working in California.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California psychologist listed as CA Psychologist PSY20854 and practices from California.
Does she work in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can I have sessions remotely from another country?
International clients are not currently accepted; confirm location details before scheduling.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule the initial session.
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