About Kristin
Kristin Taman is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington who focuses on practical, evidence-informed care. She uses clear, direct methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and motivation struggles. Kristin also supports people coping with trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, bipolar symptoms, low self-esteem, and ADHD-related challenges.
She trained at Wake Forest University and has five years of professional experience as a LMHC. Kristin aims to make sessions simple and straightforward.
Background and approach
She creates an open space where people can name their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Kristin blends directive and non-directive counseling. That means she may offer clear skills and tools at times, and step back to listen and reflect at others.
She often works with clients to notice automatic negative thoughts and then challenge them together in session. Sessions tend to focus on small, practical steps that fit daily life. Kristin helps people build confidence and change patterns that get in the way of feeling better.
She encourages progress at a pace that feels manageable. Kristin recognizes that starting therapy takes courage. She aims to be steady, approachable, and focused on actionable change so people can move toward greater well-being.
How Kristin’s Approaches Work Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values. It can help when worry, avoidance, or painful memories get in the way of everyday life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns into manageable steps and teaches practical skills to change them. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so the person feels heard and understood while they find their own solutions.Finding the right approach is a team effort. Kristin will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers several flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people see visual cues and practice skills in real time. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow ongoing support between sessions or shorter interactions that fit a busy schedule. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, or other commitments.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
Also works with
- ADHD
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 5 years
- Licensed
- Washington
- Languages
- English