AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
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Mindfulness informed
Practical skill focus
Person-centered care
About Kimberly
Kimberly "Kim" Frey is a licensed professional clinical counselor with 20 years of experience in California. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, motivation struggles, family conflict, depression, and ADHD. She aims to meet people where they are and to treat them with respect and compassion.
Kim uses straightforward conversation to learn what matters most to each person. She tailors sessions and a treatment plan to the concerns brought in by the client. Her style is practical and person-focused, with an emphasis on skills people can try between sessions.
Over two decades of work have included a range of issues beyond the core specialties. These include abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, body image and communication problems. She also has experience with personality-related concerns and blended family dynamics.
Kim draws on several approaches to shape treatment depending on the client. Mindfulness Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy inform how she frames goals and homework. She discusses options and adjusts methods as goals change.
Her approach is collaborative and goal-oriented. New clients complete a short matching questionnaire to get started and then schedule according to therapist availability. Kim encourages anyone taking the first step to reach out and begin a conversation about what they want to change.
How mindfulness and practical therapies translate to online sessions
Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judging them. It can help with anxiety, stress, and ongoing mood struggles by teaching short, repeatable practices to use during the day.
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's perspective. It helps people feel heard and supported while they set their own goals and decide the pace of work.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It emphasizes small experiments and practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and motivation problems.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process means techniques can shift as progress is made.
Many people find online therapy fits more easily into a busy life because it reduces travel time and can be scheduled around work or caregiving. Online sessions can make it simpler to practice mindfulness exercises at regular moments, do brief check-ins, or use short homework tasks between meetings. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available formats before booking to ensure they match your schedule and needs.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kim help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and motivation issues. Her listed specialties also include family concerns and ADHD.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She focuses on respectful conversation and skills you can practice between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional work experience in the field.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an LPCC credential and is licensed in California.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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