Kristin R Alex

My approach to mental health counseling is very simple, one that encompasses unconditional positive regard and that encourages self-exploration throughout the therapeutic encounter. The client is considered the expert of his/her own life who may need support when challenges or obstacles become overwhelming and/or problematic (maladaptive). Through this therapeutic collaboration clients learn to identify how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors may positively or negatively impact their daily experience. If problematic belief patterns are identified, the client will co-create a treatment plan aimed to reduce the negative symptomatology while enhancing the client’s self-esteem and overall well-being. My approach to Applied Positive Psychology coaching focuses on the client’s positive emotions, his or her experiences, and/or character traits that enable communities to flourish. This strength based approach explores how clients build psychological resiliency by engaging in activities that enha