LCSW Kristen Gurdak
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
Kristen Gurdak is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
More about me
Licensing: LCSW Years in Practice: 8 State: New York
Hello! My name is Kristen and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience providing therapy services. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT; Level 3) but integrate other clinical approaches in my practice. I have worked in various clinical settings including: community mental health programs, mental health outpatient services, inpatient rehabilitation, and in private clinical practice. Primarily I treat, but I am not limited to, personality disorders, mood disorders, and substance-related disorders. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy consisting of the following clinical approaches:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- And other approaches like motivational interviewing and solution-focused as needed.
Academically, I received my undergraduate degree from Florida Atlantic University and my Master’s degree in Social Work from Barry University in Miami, Florida. Currently I am a Social Work Ph.D. Candidate at New York University specializing in mental health stigma and community integration for those with serious mental illnesses. Concurrently, I am an adjunct lecturer at NYU Silver School of Social Work.
My approach to therapy is tailored to your unique needs. We will work together to identify which therapeutic approach will be most helpful and effective for you. With the appropriate customized therapeutic approach, we will be able to manage immediate stressors, overcome challenges, improve the quality of your relationships, and develop personal growth by exploring the source of specific behaviors and emotional patterns. Seeking therapy is not an easy decision but it is a courageous one. You have already done the hardest part and I commend you for your strength. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey to a more fulfilling life.
About online counseling
Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Try online counseling with Kristen Gurdak
Chat now- Issues
- Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Family conflicts Grief Career difficulties Bipolar disorder
- Languages Spoken
- English
Services offered
Professional, confidential, and judgment-free
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