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Kirsten Peebles

Compassionate, direct, goal-focused therapy

LMHC Washington

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English
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About Kirsten

Kirsten Peebles is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Washington who focuses on practical, goal-oriented therapy for people facing stress, anxiety, substance use concerns, mood challenges, and relationship strain.

Background and approach

She draws on a decade of clinical experience to help clients navigate grief, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and anger issues, career-related stress, and life transitions. Her work also addresses bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and a range of additional concerns such as abandonment, guilt, and substance-related problems.

Her style is direct and collaborative, emphasizing clear goals and a treatment plan that reflects each person's priorities. Kirsten integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Solution-Focused techniques, and she brings in mindfulness and motivational interviewing when helpful.

She aims to reduce stigmatizing labels and instead focuses on concrete skills, behavioral changes, and measurable progress. Clients can expect a pragmatic approach that balances short-term strategies with attention to deeper patterns.

Kirsten welcomes people ready to explore change and will work with them to set realistic objectives and track outcomes over time.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online care

CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve functioning; it is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day challenges. DBT teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help people who experience intense emotions or relationship difficulties. Mindfulness therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that support stress reduction and coping with strong feelings.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, and then tailors a plan that may blend CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational techniques. Together they set concrete goals and adjust methods as progress is reviewed, aiming for practical tools that fit the person’s life.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals in formats that include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit around work and family commitments, and make it easier to attend regular sessions from different locations. The variety of formats also supports different communication styles and therapeutic tasks, from skills coaching to longer talk-based sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does this therapist address?
Kirsten works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, career stress, and bipolar disorder. She also lists additional focus areas such as PTSD, substance-related problems, and self-harm.
What is the therapist's general approach and style?
She uses a direct, collaborative style that emphasizes clear goals and practical strategies. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused methods form the core of her approach, supplemented by mindfulness and motivational interviewing when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has 10 years of professional experience working with people in a variety of settings and presenting a wide range of concerns.
What are the therapist's credentials and where are they located?
She is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with the credential WA LMHC LH60645958 and is based in Washington.
Does the therapist offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and the therapist is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for online therapy?
Appointments can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions with this therapist?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English