- CBT
- DBT skills
- EMDR when relevant
About Kristin
Dr. Kristin Good is a California Psychologist (PSY20854) with 24 years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship strain, trauma and related concerns. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and focus on practical steps people can use right away.
She uses a client-centered style that begins with the person's priorities. That means people set goals and the work follows those goals. She teaches skills to manage strong feelings, reduce symptoms, and handle setbacks more effectively.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) appear in her approach for building coping skills and changing unhelpful thinking patterns. She also integrates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when trauma memories are part of the story.
Her sessions aim to make difficult emotions clearer and more manageable. People practice techniques in session and learn how to apply them between meetings. The focus is on useful tools rather than theory alone.
Over two decades in practice means she draws on a range of methods, including Jungian ideas about meaning and client-centered attention to individual priorities. People who come for help with anger or persistent resentment are guided toward specific skills and steps they can try in everyday life.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and priorities. In practice this means sessions concentrate on what the person wants to change and on building skills that fit their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety, anger, and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) contributes concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can be practiced between sessions.Finding the right approach is treated as a shared task. She will discuss options, try techniques, and adjust the focus based on the client’s needs, goals, and reactions. That way the work stays relevant and useful rather than fixed to one method.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the bio. Online care can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. It also lets people practice skills in their usual settings and bring real moments from daily life into the session for immediate feedback.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She supports adults with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, trauma, and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She follows a client-centered approach, starting from the person's goals and building practical skills to manage emotions and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, trauma, and coping skills.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California Psychologist, credential PSY20854, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.