- Work and wellbeing
- Skills focused
- Trauma aware
About Kristine
Kristine Donaldson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Illinois with 14 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and workplace and life transitions. Kristine aims to build a respectful, trusting relationship that guides how therapy proceeds.
Kristine uses practical, skills-based approaches so people can see change in day-to-day life. Sessions often focus on coping strategies for compassion fatigue, grief, addictions, and relationship or family concerns. She also helps with work-related problems like career strain, workplace issues, and money or financial stresses.
Her background includes long-term work in mental health settings where she supported people through trauma, mood disorders, and panic or obsessive symptoms. Kristine brings a steady, collaborative style to sessions and works with people who want clear tools and emotional support during difficult periods.
Therapy often blends evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and mindfulness techniques. The mix of approaches is adapted to each person's goals and situation.
People who want practical skills, emotional processing, and help navigating life changes can find a straightforward, compassionate approach with Kristine. She encourages small steps and ongoing feedback so therapy stays aligned with what the client needs.
How certain approaches translate to online care
Kristine commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as part of her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practicing new skills to change feelings and actions. EMDR is a method for processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional charge using guided attention techniques.She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools and mindfulness practices to help with emotion regulation and stress management. DBT tools teach skills for tolerating distress, improving relationships, and managing strong emotions, while mindfulness helps people notice thoughts and sensations without getting overwhelmed.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and may try different methods or combine them to fit the person's needs. Clients and therapist check in together about what works and adjust the plan over time.
Confirm session options before booking since specific formats were not listed in the biography. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, or allow a quieter check-in during a work break. Some formats also require less bandwidth or no video, which can make sessions more practical on tight schedules.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kristine help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, compassion fatigue, and workplace issues among other concerns.
What is Kristine's therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and collaborative, offering skills training alongside emotional processing to help people manage day-to-day challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kristine has 14 years of clinical experience in mental health settings supporting people with mood disorders, trauma, and stress-related concerns.
What are Kristine's credentials and location?
She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - practicing in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for therapy with Kristine?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Kristine?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.