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I am Kristina Joseph, a Licensed Clinical Social worker. My main goal is to meet the client where they are in their mental health journey. This means I work with each client to better understand which modality works best for them.
My approach
I use different best practices techniques in order to help my clients where they are at the point of the first session as well as the 100th session. I change based on what my clients need. I work with my clients to decide what works best for them. They are the true expert of their lives; I am here to guide their better selves.
My focus
I work with adults; I am willing to work with anyone who feels like they have a connection with my approach to therapy.
My communication style
I follow a loose structure in sessions. I want to make sure each session is beneficial and that we are working towards my client's goals. I often plan, based on the previous session and the homework given, what we will work on, but I also leave room for adjustments. I am also was going to check in with my clients to make sure they are ready to move forward.
My journey to mental healthcare
I started my career in law enforcement working in a county jail. I noticed that many incarcerated individuals hit low points in their lives and needed help more than enforcement. This was when I decided to obtain my MSW. I continued working with incarcerated individuals as well as the unhoused and those in a psychiatric hospital. I want to apply some of the techniques I've learned while working with people at the lowest point of their lives in the hope of helping them avoid those situations.
My first session with you
I like to get an understanding of what future clients like to accomplish in the 15 minute consultation. This allows me to see if my s15-minutekillset and style will work for them. Then I like to establish more concrete goals during the first few sessions. These goals are expected to change as we move forward, and that change is client-led.
