Therapist profile
Kristina Hoeksema, LMSW
LMSW focused on family and parenting concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Caregiver support
About Kristina
Kristina Hoeksema is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with five years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, life changes, relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related issues, parenting, anger, depression, and compassion fatigue. Kristina also works with people facing adoption and foster care questions, aging and geriatric issues, cancer- and hospice-related concerns, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
She starts by listening to what the person already knows about their situation. She treats the person as the expert of their story and looks for existing strengths to use in practical ways. Sessions are straightforward conversations that aim to clarify goals, identify small steps, and check what helps in daily life.
Her approach is focused on usable tools rather than jargon. She helps people manage distressing symptoms, develop coping strategies, and build routines that reduce overwhelm. For grief and loss, Kristina supports people as they adjust to changes and find ways to remember and continue with life.
With trauma and abuse concerns she moves carefully and at a pace set by the person seeking help. She pays attention to dissociation, safety planning, and communication skills when relationships are strained. When caregiving or health issues are involved, sessions include problem-solving around practical burdens and emotional strain.
Kristina sees the early steps of therapy as testing what works. She helps clients try new approaches, notice differences, and revise plans when needed. The goal is clearer thinking about next steps at home and in relationships, with manageable changes rather than big, immediate overhauls.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Evidence-based techniques involve clear methods that address symptoms and behaviors. One common approach focuses on practical coping skills - teaching breathing, grounding, and short behavioral steps to reduce anxiety and manage stress. These skills are useful for daily parenting challenges and quick emotional regulation.Another useful method addresses grief and adjustment through structured conversations. This includes making space to name losses, tracking triggers that bring up memories, and building small routines that help with day-to-day functioning after a loss. These methods aim to make life more manageable rather than promising a particular outcome.
Finding the right approach usually happens together. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what helps. That collaborative testing helps pick strategies that fit a person's needs, comfort level, and preferences.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online care can make sessions easier to fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people continue support while managing caregiving duties, medical appointments, or work schedules.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family or parenting concerns does she work with?
She helps with parenting stress, communication problems within families, family of origin issues, and intimacy-related concerns drawn from the biography.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She listens for strengths and focuses on practical steps. Sessions aim to clarify goals and try manageable changes rather than using clinical language.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience as described in the biography.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMSW, licensed in Michigan, and practices from that state according to the provided details.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and the biography notes she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are used?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, as stated in the fact sheet.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session as described in the getting started instructions.
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