- Client-centered
- CBT methods
- DBT skills
About Kristine
Kristine Edstrom is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Minnesota with nine years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
She uses a straightforward, client-centered approach. Sessions focus on listening and on practical steps people can use between meetings. Conversations are intended to be direct and respectful so clients can name what matters most to them and try new ways of responding.
Kristine draws on cognitive behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and to build more effective behaviors. She also uses dialectical behavior techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. Mindfulness and trauma-focused methods are woven in when appropriate to address past events and present reactions.
In meetings she prioritizes clear goals and short-term skills people can practice. She will talk through specific triggers, patterns, and situations that lead to outbursts or simmering resentment. The emphasis is on concrete tools - breathing and grounding, thought records, and structured behavior changes - rather than vague advice.
People can expect a practical, steady process aimed at reducing the impact of anger and other struggles on daily life. Kristine asks clients to set goals together and to check progress regularly so sessions stay focused and useful.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Kristine commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy in her work. CBT involves identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and trying small behavior changes to see what helps. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger that comes from repetitive thinking. DBT teaches concrete emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills to handle intense feelings and reduce reactive responses.Choosing which approach to try is collaborative. She will review your goals, what has or hasn't helped before, and your preferences, then suggest a plan to try and adjust over time. The focus is on finding practical strategies that fit your life rather than forcing a single method.
Confirm which session formats she currently offers before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they allow therapy to fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, or make shorter check-ins easier. Online meetings can also let people try skills in real-life contexts and bring notes or tools into the session for hands-on practice.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she address?
She supports people dealing with anger alongside stress, anxiety, relationship and family tensions, and other emotional challenges.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a client-centered style that focuses on listening, clear goals, and practical skills to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with the listed concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPCC and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.