- CBT informed
- Strengths focused
- Purpose and meaning
About Kristi
Kristi Skeem is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 15 years of clinical experience. She holds a master’s degree in counseling and a doctorate in business administration with an industrial/organizational psychology specialization. Kristi has worked in a wide range of settings and with many kinds of people, from correctional populations to community mental health and addiction services.
Her approach is direct and practical. She often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice how beliefs affect thoughts, feelings, and behavior. She also draws on client-centered and existential ideas to help people clarify values, purpose, and what matters in their lives.
Kristi helps people who face stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and addiction concerns. She also supports those coping with life transitions, career pressures, parenting strains, and issues linked to adoption or foster care. Codependency and communication problems are among the specific areas she addresses.
Sessions focus on identifying strengths and rebuilding routines that make daily life work better. She emphasizes small, achievable steps and practical strategies clients can try between meetings. The tone is collaborative and aimed at restoring a sense of agency.
Kristi works with people exploring difficult moral or meaning questions and those wrestling with online versus real-life identity issues. People who want straightforward tools and an honest, respectful conversation about their next steps may find her style a good fit.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and pace, offering listening and reflection to help people make sense of their situation and decide what matters most. This approach is useful for building trust and working through identity or meaning questions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and actions. It breaks problems into manageable parts and offers practical exercises people can try between sessions to change unhelpful patterns, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, depression, and addictions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest ways of working that match those priorities. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
Because the original biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and keep appointments during work or family schedules. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins or phone conversations when video is not ideal. Ask about available formats so sessions can be arranged to suit day-to-day routines.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kristi commonly address?
She supports people managing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, relationship struggles, and career or life transitions. Additional focus areas include codependency, communication problems, caregiver stress, and issues related to adoption and foster care.
How would you describe Kristi's therapy style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She uses straightforward conversations, helps clients identify strengths, and emphasizes small steps that can be tried between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has 15 years of counseling experience and has worked in correctional settings, mental health, and substance use agencies, as well as with leaders and community members in varied roles.
What credentials and location are listed for Kristi?
She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing out of Idaho and holds a master’s degree in counseling and a doctorate in business administration with a specialization in industrial/organizational psychology.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Kristi?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.
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