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Kristi Lewis

Compassionate, practical therapy for complex challenges

LMHC Florida

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English

About Kristi

Kristi Lewis is a Florida-licensed therapist with 14 years of clinical experience who works with adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, and stress. She uses practical, evidence-informed methods to help clients navigate difficult life transitions, workplace pressure, and challenges in relationships.

Background and approach

As an LMHC she combines structured tools with a compassionate stance to help people manage symptoms and build coping skills. Her style blends skill-building and empathic support so clients can address past wounds and develop healthier patterns in the present.

Kristi emphasizes resilience, clearer communication, and actionable strategies that fit daily life. She creates a collaborative atmosphere where goals are clarified and progress is measured, while honoring each person’s pace and individual story.

In sessions she draws on techniques that encourage problem solving and emotional regulation, helping clients move from feeling stuck to gaining practical options for change. Her practice aims to translate insights into sustainable habits that support long-term wellbeing for those working through grief, addiction, trauma, or persistent stress.

Online approaches for skill building and coping



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of responding; it helps people reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress by learning concrete strategies for thought and behavior change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship challenges.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to explore goals, preferences, and the specific problems they want to address, and then tailor a mix of approaches that fits those needs. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan evolves with their progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with these approaches through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of formats makes it easier to attend sessions around work or caregiving responsibilities, use skills in real time, and maintain continuity of care when schedules are busy. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to whichever communication method feels most practical for the client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristi commonly address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, along with related issues such as codependency, communication problems, and guilt and shame.
What therapeutic approaches does she use in sessions?
Treatment draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to teach skills, explore motivation, and set practical goals.
How long has she practiced clinically?
She brings 14 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is she licensed and what is her credential?
Kristi is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, credentialed as FL LMHC MH20999.
Does she provide services in multiple languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for online work?
Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies by 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, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English