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Kimberly Johnston

Compassionate, practical support for life transitions

LMHC Florida

Experience
13 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Kimberly

Kimberly Johnston is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who concentrates on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, mood concerns, addiction, and life transitions.

Background and approach

With over 13 years of clinical experience, she draws on practical, evidence-informed strategies to support those facing depression, grief, anger, bipolar symptoms, and relational or family difficulties. Kimberly aims to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges and build coping skills.

Her work combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered and solution-focused techniques, along with motivational interviewing and emotionally-focused ideas when appropriate. She emphasizes collaboration, meeting clients where they are, and using individual strengths to move toward recovery and greater well-being.

Kimberly also addresses issues such as codependency, abandonment, impulsivity, addiction to substances, forgiveness, guilt and shame, feelings of emptiness, and questions about life purpose. Sessions prioritize practical tools for symptom relief together with reflective work to identify patterns and values.

Her approach balances short-term problem solving with attention to underlying emotional themes so clients can pursue meaningful, sustainable change.

Practical approaches for online emotional work

Kimberly commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and coping skills. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathetic listening and supporting clients to explore their values and inner strengths in their own time. These approaches aim to combine actionable tools with respectful, person-focused support.

Choosing the best approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to clarify goals, try strategies, and adjust methods based on what feels most helpful. Clients are invited to participate actively in planning treatment so approaches match their needs and preferences rather than following a fixed script.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to continue work between appointments using brief messages or chat when appropriate. The combination of structured techniques and accessible online formats is intended to support steady progress toward each client’s goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
Kimberly works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, bipolar and mood disorders, grief, anger, relationship and family issues, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style blends client-centered empathy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused techniques, motivational interviewing, and emotionally-focused ideas to combine practical skills with emotional exploration.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 13 years of professional experience working with people who face mental health and life challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Kimberly is a licensed clinician in Florida with the credential FL LMHC MH18217 and practices as an LMHC in that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and provides services to clients located in Florida.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCodependencyCommitment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English