Kristen Barrett, LPC

Kristen Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with five years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked across multiple settings - in-home care, hospital environments, private office practice, and managing an outpatient day program for individuals with severe mental illness. These varied roles have given her experience with a wide range of clinical concerns and levels of need.

Her clinical focus includes anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), low self-esteem, depression, anger management, family and relationship conflicts, and work with intellectual and developmental disabilities including mild autism. She strives to create an upbeat, positive, and supportive atmosphere where people can build self-esteem and improve their overall quality of life. Kristen’s decision to enter the counseling profession grew from a lifelong inclination to support others; she translated a natural talent for listening and guidance into professional training to learn evidence-based therapeutic tools.

Kristen values strong rapport as the foundation of effective therapy. She provides a non-judgmental space for individuals to share their experiences, process challenges, and pursue meaningful change. Her approach is person-centered, holistic, multicultural, and eclectic - beginning where each person is and tailoring strategies to their unique cultural identities and lifestyle. She primarily uses evidence-based methods including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling, while also drawing on more classical counseling approaches when appropriate. Her style is warm and supportive, yet focused and direct when work requires confronting difficult issues, and she collaborates with individuals to set goals and practical steps toward their objectives.