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Kristen Kakanis

Kristen Kakanis

LCSW

Tennessee

Supportive LCSW guiding practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Tennessee / 6537
Experience
10 years
Languages
English
Location
Tennessee

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    • Strengths-focused
    • Goal-oriented
    • Practical steps

    About Kristen

    Kristen Kakanis is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience providing care in Tennessee. She focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, and problems with motivation and confidence. Kristen approaches each person with respect and a belief that they already know important parts of their own story.

    She emphasizes a collaborative style that supports a person’s strengths. Kristen listens first, then helps people set small, manageable goals. She aims to make change feel practical and possible instead of overwhelming.

    Her work includes addressing relationship strain, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, parenting stress, career transitions, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are aimed at improving coping and building confidence to face life changes.

    Kristen uses a mix of approaches to match individual needs, including Motivational Interviewing, client-centered ways of working, cognitive behavioral techniques, and solution-focused strategies. These methods shape how she guides conversations and sets goals with clients.

    If someone is unsure where to start, Kristen supports a step-by-step process. She helps people identify what matters most, try practical steps, and adjust plans as progress is made.

  2. How her approaches translate to online therapy

    Kristen uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and to build motivation one step at a time. This approach is often useful for addressing habits, addictions, and moments when motivation feels low.

    She also draws on client-centered work, which means conversations focus on the person's priorities and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors that reduce anxiety and improve mood.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kristen will discuss goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as progress is made. This is a collaborative process where the person’s preferences guide decisions about what to try next.

    The original biography does not list specific online session formats. Before booking, confirm which session options are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or avoiding the need to be on camera for every conversation. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches so meaningful progress happens in the time available.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

    Also works with

    AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    10+ years

    Listed in

    Tennessee

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Kristen help with?

    She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, motivation and confidence, relationship strain, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting stress, career changes, and compassion fatigue.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her style is collaborative and strengths-focused. She listens first, then works with you to set realistic goals and small steps toward change.

    How much experience does she have?

    She has ten years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community care in Tennessee.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    She is a Tennessee LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Tennessee.

    Which languages are supported and what about international clients?

    Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are offered?

    The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options when booking to be sure they meet your needs.

    How does cost and subscription work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What are the first steps to begin?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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