Sheet 1
- CBT and DBT methods
- EMDR for trauma
- Mindfulness practices
About Kristine
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with 14 years of clinical experience, Kristine Donaldson focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, compassion fatigue, and related concerns. She works with people coping with life changes, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, workplace problems, and relationship tensions. Sessions are conducted in English and follow approaches listed below.
Kristine builds a practical working relationship to identify what matters most to each person. She listens for immediate problems and longer patterns, then outlines steps that can be practiced between sessions. Her stated methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness Therapy.
In session she uses concrete tools from these approaches. That can mean tracking thought and behavior patterns, practicing emotional regulation skills, or using EMDR procedures for trauma-related memories. She also integrates mindfulness exercises to reduce anxiety and to increase moment-to-moment awareness.
Kristine pays attention to practical outcomes like managing panic attacks, reducing compulsive behaviors, quitting smoking or vaping, and improving workplace functioning. She also addresses less visible problems such as guilt, shame, isolation, and issues around money and life purpose.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting. Therapy fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
Sheet 2
Therapeutic approaches usable in remote sessions
CBT is a skills-focused approach that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep symptoms going. It is often used for anxiety, panic, OCD, and mood problems by teaching practical exercises and tracking progress. DBT concentrates on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming, when someone struggles with impulsive reactions, or when relationship patterns cause repeated conflict. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that works with distressing memories and the reactions they produce. In practice it involves guided processing of memories alongside bilateral stimulation and is commonly used for trauma and abuse survivors. Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Kristine will work with each person to decide which methods fit their situation, goals, and comfort level. That choice can evolve as therapy continues and as needs change. Confirm the session formats before booking because formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when days are tight. They also let people use tools like guided breathing, worksheets, and in-session exercises while following the therapist's direction.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Sheet 4
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
Kristine works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and compassion fatigue, plus related issues such as addictions, grief, parenting concerns, and workplace problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, skills-based approaches like CBT and DBT alongside EMDR and mindfulness exercises to reduce symptoms and build coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kristine has 14 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the mental health field.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices within that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.